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Swede1952@universeodon.com ("Swede’s Photographs") wrote:

Perch and Petal

Charlie and I sat out back for about an hour this morning while I sipped coffee. As usual, dozens of birds flitted in and out of the crepe myrtle trees that line the back fence. Nothing unusual—just the regulars: cardinals, blue jays, chickadees, tufted titmice, house finches, and sparrows. It’s the colorful birds that catch my eye first.

But the house sparrows (Passer domesticus), like the one I watched today, move differently. They fly in and out in small groups—five to ten at a time. I watch them arrive and vanish among the crepe myrtle leaves, lingering just long enough to conjure up the courage to raid a feeder.

If you enjoy photos of birds and other wildlife, take a look at my photo gallery. Sparrows are never overlooked—they're a valued and important part of my collection. Feel free to explore!

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"A small bird perches near a blooming crepe myrtle flower, her posture alert but unhurried. She is a female house sparrow (Passer domesticus)—compact and sturdy, with a short, conical beak built for cracking seeds. Her plumage is modest and practical: soft browns and warm grays, with subtle streaks along her back and wings. Unlike the male, she wears no black bib or chestnut crown—just a gentle wash of color that blends easily into the landscape. Her eye is dark and round, set in a pale stripe that runs behind it like a quiet accent. Beside her, the crepe myrtle blooms in clustered bursts—petals crinkled like tissue paper, likely in shades of pink or lavender. The flower’s texture is delicate, almost frothy, and its branching structure reaches into the frame like a soft exclamation. The contrast between bird and bloom is gentle, not dramatic: muted feathers against vibrant petals, stillness beside flourish. The background is likely dappled with filtered light, giving the scene a sense of intimacy. There’s no spectacle here—just a moment of quiet coexistence. A bird and a bloom, each doing what they do best." - Copilot