Come Rain or Shine
A female barn swallow weathers a sudden downpour in the marshlands of Sierra Valley near Portola, California. These birds are a common sight in this open count...
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A female barn swallow weathers a sudden downpour in the marshlands of Sierra Valley near Portola, California. These birds are a common sight in this open country and often gather in very large flocks. Their favorite nesting places are in barns or under bridges. This is our first rain in 6 months.
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Winner in birds in the rain Photo Challenge
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sue-zon
July 12, 2018
Awww . . . she looks so cold. Masterful capture, Mark . . . the color and detail are phenomenal! ッ
nina050
July 15, 2018
All poofed up to insulate from the cold wind and rain....love how the water beads up on her feathers. So so wonderful...
MicktheGreek
July 19, 2018
A vulnerable creature contemplating the might of nature. What a great photo this one is, Mark!
Pamelabole
July 23, 2018
Aww....poor little thing....it looks like she is hunkering down so she doesn't blow away!! Wonderful capture!! : )
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