Talk about small…we spent some time watching these little Bush Tits feeding and it seemed like the whole time they were either moving or hiding behind leaves of this shrub. Each time one would hop into view they would be gone before I could fire the shutter. Finally this guy came out and sat still for a few seconds in the open and I was able to get a photograph. I am glad I did because the photo allowed me to really see what I was seeing in those trees. Mackerricher state park, CA.
nature has no boss 
It’s practically a miracle that you captured such a clear photo of this frenetic, lovable bird, Mike. Really great photo.
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Thanks Jet, this little guy was a chore to photograph but so much fun to get to see. Hope your week is off to a great start as well as the new year.
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Nice! 🙂
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Thanks and hope your Monday is going well.
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It has eyes like a hawk. Glad you were able to capture it!
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A very tiny hawk.
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Wow, Mike. Can’t believe you actually caught a bush tit. We have them here and I love watching them, but they are so quick, and hide so well. Great shot.
Peace
Mary
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Hi Mary, It is funny as we really could not get a good look at this guy until we got the photo. He was darting around like you have noticed and staying hidden beneath leaves so even with binoculars we only got a short view. Happy Monday.
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Patience pays. Such a beautiful bird with sharp eyes. Great catch, Mike.
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Thanks Alix although this little guy sure was pushing the patience that morning.
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Adorable! Happy New Year Mike. 🙂 ❤
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Thanks Natalie and a very happy new year to you as well.
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I feel your frustration trying to capture this little guy. We have Fairy Wrens in Australia. Tiny little blobs of bright blue that hop constantly and are so hard to photograph.
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I guess in refection it is that challenge that makes the one or two keepers just that much sweeter. Hope your doing well and wishing you a very happy new year.
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Thank you
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Your welcome.
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So adorable!
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They are cute little birds aren’t they. Hop your day is going well.
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They are. 🙂
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Indeed.
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I have the same problem, Mike. My photos are either out of focus because of movement, or the birds are in the process of grooming and the head is hidden under some feathers. 😊
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Hi Tanja, yes the little birds are a challenge but on the bright side that is what makes photographing them and then getting to look at those photographs so much fun…especially when you get a keeper or two.
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