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12-APR-2011 Barry Cottam

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) at willow flowers

Barry was at the FWG and commented that the day was much less windy, and there were many bees around the willow flowers. He got this excellent shot of a honey bee coming in for a landing. Barry also noted that he saw a phoebe and northern flicker in addition to the juncos, goldfinches and other regulars. A hawk "exploded out of the New Woods by the barn and got chased toward the IC" by starlings. He said it had a long straight tail and was likely a cooper's hawk. Lots of things happening around the garden as spring comes on, including less desirable activities, such as a possible fire by the Old Field (it is that time of year again!), and a dog running into the pond. We need those signs back up there!

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi
1/400s f/6.3 at 225.0mm iso400 full exif

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Fabienne17-Apr-2011 19:42
superbe macro !
meekam tam15-Apr-2011 22:31
Excellent timing and beautiful macro of the bee, Barry! V
Guest 14-Apr-2011 12:11
Very nice action shot Barry.
Claudia Burns
Dan the Man14-Apr-2011 01:42
Great shot!!!
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