One of the most fun birds we saw in this area was the Elegant Trogon (first three photos). Not only were we able to see this bird for a good amount of time, we were able to observed him in and near his nest hole. Seeing the Elegant Trogon was one highlight of the trip!
Something unexpected about the Portal area was the landscape. It is spectacular! Rock, cactus, birds, creeks, warmth...it was amazing. Everywhere we turned offered an awesome view. I can see why the birds like it here. :)
A second bird that was a huge treat to see was the Vermillion Flycatcher. I'm not sure why, but I thought I'd not get to see this bird. I think seeing a bird and wanting to see a bird is inversely related. Happily this little guy didn't support that notion. In fact, he was one of the first birds we saw when we arrived. We got to see him multiple times, including one time when he charged Dave! He's a beautiful and feisty little bird (flame orange with black eye line pictured below).
Portal is teeming with Bullock's Orioles. Talk about feisty - these birds are feisty and fussy and I think wanting attention. They were great fun to watch frollick.
Without a doubt, the peskiest bird of them all were the Painted Redstarts. There were somewhat abundant, but being warblers, they would not sit still for even a second. Photographing them was quite a challenge. Still, Dave was able to get a few shots of them (see red, black and white bird below).
Sounds (and looks) like you guys had a great time--Bird Extravanganza! Have you read "A Supremely Bad Idea"? A laugh-out-loud birdo book I think you'd enjoy.
One of the most fun birds we saw in this area was the Elegant Trogon (first three photos). Not only were we able to see this bird for a good amount of time, we were able to observed him in and near his nest hole. Seeing the Elegant Trogon was one highlight of the trip!
Something unexpected about the Portal area was the landscape. It is spectacular! Rock, cactus, birds, creeks, warmth...it was amazing. Everywhere we turned offered an awesome view. I can see why the birds like it here. :)
A second bird that was a huge treat to see was the Vermillion Flycatcher. I'm not sure why, but I thought I'd not get to see this bird. I think seeing a bird and wanting to see a bird is inversely related. Happily this little guy didn't support that notion. In fact, he was one of the first birds we saw when we arrived. We got to see him multiple times, including one time when he charged Dave! He's a beautiful and feisty little bird (flame orange with black eye line pictured below).
Portal is teeming with Bullock's Orioles. Talk about feisty - these birds are feisty and fussy and I think wanting attention. They were great fun to watch frollick.
Without a doubt, the peskiest bird of them all were the Painted Redstarts. There were somewhat abundant, but being warblers, they would not sit still for even a second. Photographing them was quite a challenge. Still, Dave was able to get a few shots of them (see red, black and white bird below).
Enjoy!
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Sounds (and looks) like you guys had a great time--Bird Extravanganza! Have you read "A Supremely Bad Idea"? A laugh-out-loud birdo book I think you'd enjoy.
Awesome birdo pics - you should come get some of these captures in the jungle dude!
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