Coming Home - Bluebird Long Sleeve T-Shirt

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This Eastern bluebird, Sialia sialis, is coming home to its nesting box. The blue plumage of these pretty birds makes them easy to spot and to identify. In the spring, summer, and fall, they mostly eat insects and are voracious eaters; for this reason, both gardeners and home-owners are eager to attract them. Several other birds like the swallow and the starling compete with the bluebird for nesting spots. This male seemed to be spending much of its time defending the nest from the swallows that kept "buzzing" it and trying to chase it off. The eastern bluebird is the state bird of both Missouri and New York. A cheerful little bird, it is considered a symbol of happiness and joy. They can be found in states east of the Rocky Mountains.
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I use my camera to explore the world around me and as a basis for creative expression. Because I live in Nebraska, I have a fondness for rural scenes that will be evident as you explore my images, but I enjoy traveling and have many other interests as well. I hope you enjoy your visit. All photographs and images in this portfolio are copyrighted and owned by the artist, Nikolyn McDonald. All rights reserved. Copying and/or distributing these images without my permission is strictly prohibited. You can contact me using this site's e-mail feature. You are invited to like my Facebook page.