These two keets of mine sure like to bicker at bedtime. Often they fight over one of the swings, or the chain they seem to like to sleep on (how weird!). This time Sonny won the swing and Angel is behind her pouting (and I just had to sneak a shot). Silly keets.
When I'm not buggin' them, and when they have an easy way to get around, both birds tend to explore their surroundings. It's pretty funny watching them work their way from one thing (say, a chair back) to another (like, an exercise bike seat, as in this shot). Cute!
Sometimes they see a camera and decide something behind them is suddenly incredibly interesting. (camera? what camera? oooh, is that a wall!? cooooool!)
Why birds? Well, they're beautiful for one thing. My love of birds has evolved over time.
It started out as a temporary, safe, no-commitment transition from losing a pet, and not feeling ready to have another, to a long-term bird watching & bird feeding habit.
It's addicting. It's also work, and expense. But it's worth it to see some of these wild birds in my backyard (and anywhere else I can spot them). They're "company" and I enjoy their presence, their freedom, and their beauty.
Loving wild birds has led me to wanting a bird (or two) as a pet so now I also have pet parakeets.
They're the easiest to photograph since they're right here :) (and so cute) so they'll likely be featured here the most.