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The dreaded Cowbird
KC Foggin

The dreaded Cowbird (Molothrus ater)

The male showing brilliant colors.

Actually, the female of this species is the most dreaded as the female cowbird makes no nest of her own, but instead lays her eggs in the nests of other bird species, who then raise the young cowbirds. called a brood parasitic
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Location
Myrtle Beach SC
Date taken
Feb., 2019
Scientific name
Molothrus ater
Equipment used
Nikon D90, SIGMA 80-400/4.5-5.6 DG OS plus a 1+1/4 extender Hand Held
Stanley Jones
Supporter
Brilliant exposure and lighting showing this Brown-headed Cowbird male off beautifully. Fabulous picture! TFS KC!
 
DABS
He looks very special against the lovely earthy tones of the backdrop, KC. interesting how these birds depend on others to raise their young.

Superb shot!
 
Chris G6 UXU
Staff member
Supporter
A lovely detailed close up, pose, setting and lighting KC, lovely job and many tfs.
 
B
a wonderful photo of this handsome cowbird, KC!!! superb lighting and setting and nicely posing for you, top marks, many tfs!!!
 
peterow
A brilliant colourfully lit and well detailed close up and info KC. A wonderful capture, well done.
 

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