I was out in the backyard with the labra-mutts the other day when this beautiful Hermit Thrush dropped by for a drink. He (or she) struck a perfect pose just long enough for me to snap a shot or two.

These birds are only here in the winter months, and even then, I rarely see them around, so the visit was a sweet surprise.
A lovely bird, both in appearance and song!
I totally agree!
This is indeed a perfect pose! Did he sing for you?
I heard him singing before he showed up to pose, and then he popped into sight! Such a sweet singer!
Don’t you just love moments like that?
Looks like he knows he’s rather important!
Agreed! The VIB pose!
So beautiful
Thank you!
They camouflage so well and definitely are a treat to see and even better to capture! Well done!
A beautiful capture Kathy ! Sometimes all we get is one chance to capture a shot and it is a real gift. I had not come across this bird before so I listened to its call on Youtube, and it is quite melodic.