I was lucky to catch a shot of this little Blue-gray Gnatcatcher as he flitted non-stop from branch to branch overhead, searching for tiny flying insects. Curiously, despite their name, ‘gnats do not form a significant part of the Blue-gray Gnatcatcher’s diet’. (All About Birds)!
Although they are more abundant during our south Florida winters, these busy birds can be found all year round here. Their tell-tale call (variously described as wheezy, whiny, and sort of a nasal pzzz!) gives away their location, but they are always on the move.
For more info about these diminutive birds, also check out: Audubon.
You got such a nice shot! I had the same challenge with a Blue Jay yesterday 🙂
I know what you mean, Tiny… ;-D
A fantastic photo. It would make an awesome stain glass sun catcher.
Connie
What a lovely idea, Connie – thanks!
Thanks BJ for the interesting introduction to this bird and the lovely photo!
Thanks, AB. Here are two more interesting facts about how they treat their larger prey: “The wings are torn off larger prey and their bodies beaten on a perch prior to being eaten.” And, “Large insects are beaten against a branch before being eaten.”!!
What a terrific shot! You can almost feel the fuzzy softness on the top of his head!
Thanks Laura! Yes, they always look so soft and fluffy!
Sweet shot!
Sweet bird! Thank you, Donna ~
So they’re not so cute after all!
Nice nugget.
Thanks
You never know. . . . ! Thanks, Berny 😉
That’s how I felt this week!! 😋
Lol ☺️. Now you can relax and enjoy the next few weeks!
three weeks ago I was fortunate to photograph these little birds. It was the first time I seen any in my area of southeast Virginia. I know they been here but I never seen them. I was happy to add it to my bucket list
I’m so glad you had a chance to see them. They are tiny little charmers!