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Redbreast


Redbreast
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Copyright: Bayram Gocmen (boreocypriensis) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 712 W: 3 N: 2266] (8078)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-03-18
Categories: Nature
Camera: Nikon D-80, SIGMA 70-300MM F-4-5.6 APO DG MACRO AFM, @ ISO 400, BW 58 MM UV
Exposure: f/9.0, 1/640 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Birds from the Middle East [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2009-04-20 15:22
Viewed: 239
Points: 42
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Erithacus rubecula (Redbreast, Robin) [in Turk. Kızılgerdan]

Hi friends, today a pretty bird, Redbreast. Hope you can like this too.

TFL and Happy new day!
Cheers,

©Bayram GÖÇMEN, Ege University, Faculty of Science. All Rights Reserved.

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The Robin is undoubtedly one of Britain's most dearly loved birds. It is instantly recognisable due to the rusty-red breast; indeed, 'Robin redbreast' and simply 'redbreast' are well-known alternative names. The sexes are very similar, but juveniles lack the red breast and are mottled with browns and buffs. The robin is one of the few birds to sing throughout the winter; its melodious, liquid song is a further feature that has endeared this species to the public. A short 'tick' call is also produced.

It is widely distributed throughout much of Europe, reaching as far east as central Siberia, as well as parts of North Africa and Turkey. It occurs in a range of habitats, but typically requires the presence of both dense vegetation and open areas. It breeds in woodlands, gardens, forest edges, parks, and even city centres.Although the robin has been recorded feeding on a very wide range of food, the majority of the diet consists of invertebrates, soft fruit and seeds. As most of the food is taken from the ground, snowfall can cause huge numbers of deaths.

Robins are very territorial birds throughout the year; in winter both males and females defend their own territory, and males often hold the same territory throughout their lives. Territories are defended by means of singing from a prominent perch, and by aggressively driving intruders away. During the breeding season, a female is allowed into a male's territory; she makes the cup-shaped nest of dead leaves and moss with a lining of hair. The nest is often located in unusual places, such as in old teapots, jacket pockets, and on shelves in buildings, as well as in more 'natural' locations such as amongst ivy. After the end of March, between 4 and 6 white or faintly bluish, speckled eggs are laid, and incubated by the female for up to 15 days. After hatching the young are fed by the female on items of food brought to the nest by the male. Two broods are usually produced each year, although a pair may occasionally go on to rear a third. Not surprisingly, there is much folklore surrounding the robin, and it has featured in many poems and fables. Furthermore, in Britain the robin is closely associated with Christmas. The first postmen wore bright red waistcoats, and were popularly known as 'Robins'; this may explain not only why robins are often featured on Christmas cards, but also why they are frequently depicted holding a letter in the beak, delivering the mail.

Reference:
1. Perrins, C. & Attenborough, D. (1987). Collins New Generation Guide to the BIRDS of Britain and Europe. William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd., Glasgow, 320 pp.
2. Wikipedia: Click here for more info on the species.
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  • Great 
  • Jonela Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 377 W: 2 N: 378] (2767)
  • [2009-04-20 15:27]

Hi Bayram,

Another great shot the robin is a brilliant bird and sadly I see it very few times. Nice contrast between the branches and the robin whose colours are very deep well done.

Regards
Jon

ciao Bayram
beautiful capture.. wonderful focus with excellent details.. colours are sublime!
many thanks
ciao Marco

Merhaba Bayram hocam
Çok tatlı çok masum görünüyor
Not süper
Elinize sağlık
Burak

oh she is one cute bird :).. i like the redbreast shown clearly here.. no wonder it was called that.. too bad it was not that sharp probably it was way to far from where you took this..

you love capturing birds this day don't you, Mr. Butterfly? hehe.. keep on shooting.. ^_^ i could be posting the same i mean bird shot this evening malaysia time.. hehe..

Have a nice day..

regards, terry

Hello Bayram MF,
very fine image alright despite the poor light but you had done it again in good sharpness, beautiful colour and details on the robin!
Best regards siggi

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  • soe Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 402 W: 0 N: 107] (2461)
  • [2009-04-21 2:32]

Hi Bayram
Great shot of robin with detail, sharpness and color. Nice composition.
Tin soe

Truly a charming bird photo. The bird is crisply focused, the background smooth, and the vertical branches give it a Japanese style of print. Best regards Bayram. Danilo

Selam Dostum,
demek meşhur robin buymuş;)
gri dallar ve arka planda renkler muhteşem olmuş,
ellerine ve gören gözlerine sağlık,
Taner

Ciao Bayram, lovely little bird with fantastic colors, splendid focus and lovely blurry BG, very well done, ciao Silvio

  • Great 
  • ayse51 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1684 W: 124 N: 1437] (20310)
  • [2009-04-21 6:22]

ayram bey,
Kızılgerdanın gerdanındaki tüyler gerçekten çok göz alıcı.gagası ve gözlerideçok sevimli görünüyor.Tebrikler.Necla.

  • Great 
  • milas Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2722 W: 412 N: 2979] (32759)
  • [2009-04-21 6:29]

Merhaba hocam...
Kuş seriniz harika gidiyor, ansiklopedik bir çalışma, tam bir prof...çalışması...tebrikler...selam ve saygılarımla...

Merhaba Bayram hoca,
Muhteşem bir kompozisyon...
Kuşlarla ilgili çekim yapan kuşbilimcilerin
çok sabırlı olmaları gerektiğni anlatan
güzel bir kare. Selam,sevgiler.
Dr.Seyfettin Güner

  • Great 
  • Saba Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 553 W: 0 N: 1534] (8955)
  • [2009-04-21 10:03]

Merhaba Bayram!

Very pretty little bird, beautifully dressed.
Beautiful formulation and realization.
It pleases me very.

I congratulate and I greet.
Barbara

Selam Bayram Hocam,
Baharın ilk günlerini hatırlatan tomurcuklar eşliğinde sevimli bir yerli kahraman.
Güzel kompozisyon
Selahattin E

  • Great 
  • Dot Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1404 W: 31 N: 3046] (12342)
  • [2009-04-21 14:18]

Hi Bayram
Your robins are so different in size than what we call a robin over here. The red breast is the same color but the head really differs.
You did a great job of catching the little fellow, good placement in the frame.
Dot

Hello MF Bayram,

Delicate and lovely bird!
Excellent shot as always!
beautiful natural colors!
Congratulations and TFS.
Sergio

Bom ddia Bayram

Fantastic capture of this little wonderful robin.
Perfect sharpness,great colours and details.
Thanks for the complete note Prof..

Have a nice day!

José Diogo

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  • zulfu Gold Star Critiquer [C: 150 W: 0 N: 7] (44)
  • [2009-04-21 23:31]

Merhaba Bayram hocam, çok güzel bir kompozisyon. Kızılgerdanın bakış yönü çok tatlı.
Mehmet

Merhaba Hocam,
Kuş serisi harika bir kare ile devam etmış.Çekim anı renkler muhteşem.Eline sağlık.
Selamlarımla..

hAyAti

prywitanne Bayram!
nice shot of bird! i like compo with interesting lines! excellent details!nice colours!=)
ALiaksandr

Onca gurultu arasında iyi focuslanmış çok sevimli bir robin.
Ellerine emeğine sağlık.

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