I found a bird blind in Gainesville, with feeders with no food (which seems to be the norm when they're out in the woods), but this Tufted Titmouse, which is something I've never seen, stopped by. The image isn't sharp, and I don't know what to do about the blown-out palmetto fronds, so it's not "post-worthy," but I wanted to share it anyway, because I kind of love it. :)
I love the energy these little guys have. You hsould follow up on the banding; find out who is doing bird banding in your vicinity and show them the photo. The color bands on the right leg mean someone is or was tracking this specific bird as a part of a study.
Posted by John Tobias on March 10, 2017 at 9:53 AM
Barbara, neat photo! I see no reason for you not to post in the Avian gallery. I have noticed over the last couple years a big increase in tufted titmouse in the area. I do not recall seeing more than 1 or 2 in a year, now I am seeing many. Still a challenge to photograph, they are so quick.
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