{"id":138760,"date":"2025-01-14T02:39:37","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T08:39:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onthewingphotography.com\/wings\/?p=138760"},"modified":"2025-07-07T10:25:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T15:25:03","slug":"female-red-winged-blackbirds-in-fog-and-snow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onthewingphotography.com\/wings\/2025\/01\/14\/female-red-winged-blackbirds-in-fog-and-snow\/","title":{"rendered":"Female Red-winged Blackbirds In Fog And Snow"},"content":{"rendered":"

After the recent snowstorm in Arkansas, I photographed several female Red-winged Blackbirds in foggy, snowy conditions. I had a great time taking their photos.<\/p>\n

\"FemaleFemale Red-winged Blackbirds in fog and snow \u2013 Canon R7, f7.1, 1\/250, ISO 1000, +2.3 EV, Canon EF 100-400mm II at 400mm, natural light<\/span><\/p>\n

I know these conditions aren\u2019t every bird photographer\u2019s favorite. Some might find the dim light frustrating or think it limits their ability to create stunning photos.<\/p>\n

Me? I see it differently.<\/p>\n

I love the challenges that low light brings, it pushes me to think creatively, adjust my settings, and adapt to the ever-changing environment.<\/p>\n

\"FrostyFrosty female Red-winged Blackbird in snow \u2013 Canon R7, f7.1, 1\/320, ISO 1000, +2.3 EV, Canon EF 100-400mm II at 400mm, natural light<\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s something special about the mood and atmosphere in those moments, the soft shadows, and the subtle hues that emerge when the light is faint.<\/p>\n

The resulting images often feel intimate and unique, making the effort, and frozen fingers, well worth it.<\/p>\n

I also think it brings awareness to the incredible resilience of birds and animals as they endure and adapt to the varying weather conditions they encounter. Watching them thrive through harsh winters, scorching summers, and storms deepens our appreciation for their strength and the need to protect their habitats.<\/p>\n

\"FemaleFemale Red-winged Blackbird standing in snow \u2013 Canon R7, f7.1, 1\/500, ISO 1000, +2.3 EV, Canon EF 100-400mm II at 360mm, natural light<\/span><\/p>\n

Providing food for birds during harsh winter weather, whether it’s extreme cold or heavy snow, can help them survive.<\/p>\n

These female Red-winged Blackbirds came for the seeds and stayed for them too.<\/p>\n

\"FemaleFemale Red-winged Blackbird walking through deep snow \u2013 Canon R7, f7.1, 1\/800, ISO 1000, +2.3 EV, Canon EF 100-400mm II at 400mm, natural light<\/span><\/p>\n

The blackbirds in my viewfinder managed to cope with the cold, fog, and snow. I managed too, but only for brief periods, about 20 to 30 minutes, before heading back inside to warm up, before going back outside again. I sure love what I do.<\/p>\n

Life is<\/em> good.<\/p>\n

Mia<\/p>\n

Click here<\/span><\/a> to see more of my Red-winged Blackbird photos plus facts and information about this species.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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