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You've probably heard us mention David Lindquist before. He's one of our most active BirdCam users, and has contributed some really beautiful photos to the Wingscapes Photo Gallery. David has 22 bird feeders set up in his backyard in Cary, North Carolina, and has used his BirdCam to track bird behavior patterns. We convinced David to share some of his bird watching wisdom in an informative BirdCam Q&A. Thanks, David!
One of the benefits of having a Wingscapes BirdCam constantly watching your feeders is the amazing behaviors you can discover about the birds you thought you already knew pretty well.
Take this image of a Carolina Wren recently uploaded to the Wingscapes BirdCam Photo Gallery by our friend David from Cary, NC for example.
Carolina Wrens are not generally known to frequent hummingbird feeders of course; however this one has likely discovered them to be quick and easy sources for the tasty insects that are drawn to the sweet liquid contained inside.
Nice photo David – thanks!
Birdwatchers well know that as one’s life list gets longer, the time between additions to it lengthens as well. So we were delighted when Milton from Surprise, Arizona uploaded this image of a Cactus Wren that he recorded with his BirdCam to the photo gallery. It makes a superb addition to our Wingscapes BirdCam Life List.
Milton reports that the image was recorded this past January when a number of Cactus Wrens suddenly appeared. However since that time he has noted no further sightings of these boldly patterned, desert dwelling birds.
Thanks for the newest life list addition Milton!
We've revamped and restructured the Wingscapes page on Facebook, so if you've joined our page in the past you'll (unfortunately) have to join us again. BUT we've added a video you don't want to miss! Become a fan of our page to see a 30-second video about a brand new product. Everyone who becomes our friend by Monday, August 24 will get a special insider's preview of NEW PRODUCTS!!
Amy from Chicago's Magnificent Frigatebird blog is always a good read, and I'm especially loving her great BirdCam photos of her backyard birdbath. Check out her series of a Robin bathing, as well as some hilarious shots of Mourning Doves and House Sparrows. Thanks, Amy!
As most any experienced photographer will tell you, the background of a good photograph is just as important as the subject itself. That’s why when setting up a Wingscapes BirdCam, it’s a good idea to step back and consider what will be seen in the picture behind that prize-winning image of one of your feeder-visiting birds.
Glenna from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada recently uploaded to the Wingscapes BirdCam Photo Gallery a superb example of effective BirdCam positioning. By aligning the BirdCam, feeder, and a beautifully blooming flower basket, she was able to record this Rubythroated Hummingbird with both an attractive and appropriate background.
Of all the species of woodpecker commonly seen in North America, the Pileated Woodpecker is certainly the most easily recognized. Its large size and unmistakable, bright red up-swept crest make it instantly recognizable. Of course, the popularity of a certain cartoon character named Woody also helped to make this species the one most people think of when they hear the word "woodpecker."
BirdCam user Joe from Concord, Ohio recently uploaded to the Wingscapes Photo Gallery this image he recorded during the past winter of this iconic woodpecker demonstrating its remarkable ability to feed even while hanging upside down. Thanks Joe!
Living with Lions is a research and conservation group in Kenya, and Lion Guardians is a program designed to reduce pressure on lions by employing local Maasai warriors to protect the lions from illegal killing.
In April of this year, the Lion Guardians received a Wingscapes BirdCam as a gift from Sheri and Owen Hogle from the Wild Bird Center in Utah. Since then they've been putting their BirdCam to good use!
They have set up their BirdCam to take photos of wildlife around camp. So far, they've captured some beautiful birds, and even a snake!
We love to keep an eye on their blog and can't wait to see more photos from Africa.
