We spotted this little Western Tanager while out on a hike hiding in some shrubs on a somewhat overcast day. We don’t see these guys often so it is one of those little things that just makes your day. A splash of color on an overcast day…nature therapy for sure. Yellowstone National Park.
nature has no boss 
Gorgeous shot!
LikeLike
Thanks Kathie, these guys sure are colorful and it was fun to get to spend a few minutes getting a good look. Hope you are having a great day.
LikeLike
This wonderful photo sure made my day, thank you Mike. I have a western tanager on my property, I hear it daily, but I still have yet to see it. Great shot. 🙂
LikeLike
Thanks Jet, It is always amazing to see such a colorful bird and most of our encounters were brief but this time we got to shot a few photos. Hope you are having a great day.
LikeLike
Cute little guy. Brings in the sunshine on an otherwise cloudy day!
LikeLike
Indeed he does. Hope your week is off to a great start.
LikeLike
Delicate and exquisite creature – I’d be happy too if I spied such a delight of nature!
LikeLike
Hi Eliza, he was indeed a big ball of sunshine and a really fun guy to watch. Hope your week is off to a great start.
LikeLike
Beautiful capture, Mike! What a gorgeous bird.
LikeLike
Thanks Jane, wish we would see these guys more often but then again a surprise is always a good thing.
LikeLike
What a great shot you were able to get! Beautiful bird 🙂
LikeLike
Thanks for checking out the photo much appreciated. I agree they are beautiful birds and being lucky enough to come across one on a hike is a real treat. Wishing you all the best.
LikeLike
Thanks. This is a perfect photo. Very nice.
LikeLike
Thanks Stephen, hope you are having a great day.
LikeLike
Spectacular shot!!
LikeLike
Thanks and I hope you are having a great day.
LikeLike
Beautiful shot!
LikeLike
Thanks Laura.
LikeLike
You’re welcome 🙂
LikeLike
🙂
LikeLike
Reblogged this on Photos That Inspire Words.
LikeLike