Little Eastern Bluebird, Big World
One of the most exciting moments was when the baby Eastern Bluebirds started to poke their heads out of the birdhouse. With my camera in hand, I was able to…
Male Eastern Bluebird Takes a Dip
After removing a fecal sac from one of its baby birds, the male Eastern Bluebird took a bath in the birdbath located in my yard in Arkansas.
Eastern Bluebirds: Fecal Sac Removal
I was able to get this photo of the male Eastern Bluebird leaving the birdhouse with a fecal sac. I used a beanbag to rest my camera and lens on the deck rail.
Male and Female Eastern Bluebird Feeding Strategies
One of the joys of having a birdhouse in your yard is watching Eastern Bluebirds build their nest and raise their young. I've been fortunate enough to witness..
A Female Eastern Bluebird in her Birdhouse
Today's photo is of a female Eastern Bluebird that is peering out of one of my birdhouses here in Arkansas. I am sure she is sitting on eggs...
Eastern Bluebird Nest Building
I was pleased to find that the female Eastern Bluebird had arrived at the birdhouse, ready to deposit the nesting material inside.
Male Eastern Bluebird Catches Cricket
I noticed a male Eastern Bluebird swooping down to the ground with lightning speed to catch a cricket. I was impressed by the agility and precision of this...
Spa Day For This Eastern Bluebird
Join me in witnessing the pure joy of an Eastern Bluebird indulging in a much-needed spa day! Watch as this hard-working bird takes a relaxing bath in a...
Carolina Chickadees Compete for Nesting Spot
I was surprised to see the Carolina Chickadees investigating the same birdhouse that the Eastern Bluebirds were interested in.
The Eastern Bluebird on a Blue Barrel
After spending some time with the cormorants, I spotted an Eastern Bluebird perched atop a blue barrel right in front of my pickup truck.
A Splash of Color in My Arkansas Winter
A wildlife photographer describes capturing photos of a vivid blue Eastern Bluebird perching in a tree in his backyard in Arkansas in December.
Eastern Bluebird With A Spider And Wasp
This Eastern Bluebird came to the nest this time with a Spider and Wasp to feed the nestlings. Monday I posted a photo of a Bluebird bringing an Earthworm (Eastern Bluebird With Earthworm). On the 17th I posted it bringing a large spider (Eastern Bluebird With Spider).
How I Got The Shot – Eastern Bluebird With A Spider And Wasp
Here is a link to my setup for photographing the Eastern Bluebirds in my Yard: My Eastern Bluebird Photography Setup
I had my camera and lens resting on a bean bag draped over the open window of my pickup.
• Location: Arkansas
• Date Taken: May 1, 2020
• Aperture: f5.6
• Shutter speed: 1/320 sec.
• ISO: 1000
• Exposure Bias: +1/3 EV
• Exposure Mode: Aperture Priority
• Focal Length: 500 mm
• Lens: Canon EF 500 mm f/4L IS USM
• Camera: Canon EOS 7D Mark II
Eastern Bluebird With Earthworm
This time, I was able to capture an Eastern Bluebird in my yard, carrying an earthworm for its nestlings. Spring is a time of new beginnings, and I was lucky…
Eastern Bluebird With Spider
Last year I posted a photo of an Eastern Bluebird with a large spider (Eastern Bluebird With Large Spider). This year I photographed another Eastern Bluebird with a spider. I see them bringing in lots of spiders to the nestlings.
How I Got The Shot – Eastern Bluebird With Spider
Here is a link to my setup for photographing the Eastern Bluebirds in my Yard: My Eastern Bluebird Photography Setup
• Location: Arkansas
• Date Taken: May 1, 2020
• Aperture: f7.1
• Shutter speed: 1/320 sec.
• ISO: 1250
• Exposure Bias: +1/3 EV
• Exposure Mode: Aperture Priority
• Focal Length: 500 mm
• Lens: Canon EF 500 mm f/4L IS USM
• Camera: Canon EOS 7D Mark II
Eastern Bluebird Feeding Nestling A Caterpillar
I photograph the Eastern Bluebirds nesting in my yard each year. I photographed this Eastern Bluebird feeding her young on May 1, 2020.
How I Got The Shot – Eastern Bluebird Feeding Nestling A Caterpillar
Here is a post I made regarding my setup for photographing these birds: My Eastern Bluebird Photography Setup
I had a Canon EOS 7D Mark II camera with a Canon EF 500 mm f/4L IS USM lens resting on a bean bag draped over the open window of my pickup.
Camera Settings
- AV Mode
- Back-button focus
- Aperture f7.1
- ISO 1250
- Shutter speed – 1/320 sec.
- Auto White Balance
- Single Point, Continuous Auto Focus
- Exposure Bias – +1/3 EV
- Multi Metering
- Focal Length – 500 mm
Here Are A Few More Of My Photos Of Eastern Bluebirds
Fecal Sac Being Removed
Let’s delve into the mysterious world of the Eastern Bluebird and their fascinating fecal sac extraction process. Observe, as a male Eastern Bluebird…
My Eastern Bluebird Photography Setup
In this blog post, we will explore the techniques and strategies I employ to photograph the Eastern Bluebirds, while respecting their delicate habitat.
Eastern Bluebird With Caterpillar
In my Arkansas yard, I recently had the opportunity to capture an Eastern Bluebird with a Caterpillar in my lens. Earlier in June, I had shared my plans to…
Eastern Bluebird With Large Spider
In my Arkansas yard, I captured a stunning image of a female Eastern Bluebird with a large spider, which she had collected for her young.