Since my arrival in Oklahoma, I’ve had fun taking Eastern Kingbird photos at the Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge. I’ve seen dozens of these kingbirds there.
Eastern Kingbird perched on a thin branch – Nikon D500, f8, 1/400, ISO 800, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light
More often than not, I see at least two Eastern Kingbirds close together, and sometimes I’ve seen six or more in close proximity to each other.
I have also seen Western Kingbirds mixing with Eastern Kingbirds. I’ll write more about them in another post.
Eastern Kingbird perched in a mulberry – Nikon D500, f10, 1/640, ISO 800, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light
I’ve located several mulberry trees on the refuge, and these kingbirds seem to enjoy chowing down on the mulberries and the insects they find near the roads.
I was extremely happy to photograph this kingbird in a mulberry tree and capture a mulberry in the frame. It’s a first for me. Firsts always make me feel joyful.
Adult Eastern Kingbird at Tishomingo NWR – Nikon D500, f9, 1/640, ISO 800, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light
These Eastern Kingbirds chatter to each other a lot, at times, it even makes me laugh out loud how chatty they can be.
I’ve also been focusing on getting photos of Scissor-tailed Flycatchers, the Oklahoma state bird, which are also members of the same family as these kingbirds. I still haven’t gotten the photos of them that I desire, but I’m working on it!
Life is good.
Mia
Click here to see more of my Eastern Kingbird photos plus facts and information about this species.
Great shots! I’m looking forward to your narrative on the differences between Western and Eastern Kingbirds. Thanks Mia.
Beautiful photos, they seem to be the rage!
Yes some different birds and wildlife to show us from your new area.
Beautiful images Mia looks like you are seeing a nice variety of birds in your new area.
Your new home range seems to be packed with delight. Which is wonderful.