A High Point In My Day is a photograph by Janet Marie which was uploaded on June 27th, 2019.
A High Point In My Day
πI would love for you to view more of my bird photography, in my Desert Birds-Arizona Collectionπ
Ah, the cactus wren (Campylorhynchus... more
by Janet Marie
Title
A High Point In My Day
Artist
Janet Marie
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
πI would love for you to view more of my bird photography, in my "Desert Birds-Arizona" Collectionπ
Ah, the cactus wren (Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus), the largest wren in the United States. This State Bird of Arizona, since 1931, is one of the signature birds found in the Sonoran Desert. It's common name comes from its frequent use of saguaro and cholla cacti as nesting sites, which provide protection to both young and roosting adults.
I guess that's why this desert dweller has made my home (situated on an acre of natural desert flora), its home. They readily build their nests, resembling a football in size and shape, with a tunnel-like entrance, built in my varieties of Cholla Cactus. They are made of coarse grass, feathers, plant fibers, flowers (a woman's touch you know), string, and even pieces of fabric they might find. You will have to check out my photograph of them, in "My Home Sweet Home" gallery, or "Desert Birds-Arizona."
As they leave the safety of their nest, they go clambering and scrambling about in the open, foraging on the ground in and around my desert flora. Males fly to high perches, calling in rough scratchy voices (as if to say, "go away, this is my place). It is one of the most characteristic sounds of the Sonoran Desert.
In my desert garden of joy, that perch would be at the top of my ocotillos, as pictured here. Getting a bird's-eye-view, a lay of the land. It serves us both, as it is "A High Point In My Day," as well as for the Cactus Wren.
A High Point In My Day Β© 2019 Janet Marie Photography, all rights reserved.
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June 27th, 2019
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Comments (9)
Janet Marie
Featured in "Beauty of Arizona" Art Group, March11, 2022. Appreciating the opportunity to showcase my photography, in this special way. Janetπ΅
Jerry Bokowski
Is not it great to have SO many desert PETS and no have to take care of them? Janet!....Just enjoy observing them and all of their antics!.....fav / like
Janet Marie replied:
It is great to have these Sonoran Desert dwellers make our desert garden of joy, their home. The cactus wren is quite enjoyable to watch and listen to. Sharing their beauty is a privilege I do not take for granted. I am glad you like this and have chosen it as one your favorites. That means a lot, thank you! ππππ
Marija Djedovic
Beautiful image and the title :) LIked
Janet Marie replied:
Thank you Marija for the kind comment. I am glad you like this and the title. I truly appreciate it!
Chance Kafka
Beautiful capture of the state bird of Arizona atop one of my favorite plants. Always a pleasure to read your fine descriptions as well, Janet. Wonderful!
Janet Marie replied:
Thank you, Chance for stopping by my gallery, and sharing your lovely words expressed here. I truly appreciate it, and that you took the time to read my description. That always means a lot. I am delighted that you feel it's wonderful.
Janet Marie
Scott! Thank you for the HOMEPAGE FEATURE in your wonderful Art Group, βFAA PORTRAITS-BIRDS!β I am delighted to have my artwork receive this special recognition. I truly appreciate it! Janet π
Kate Brown
Sweet bird, sweet capture! LF
Janet Marie replied:
Sweet of you, Kate, for leaving such a nice comment. I am glad you like it and have chosen it as one of your favorites too! Janet π
Asbed Iskedjian
A beautiful shot Janet with in the background showing the environment of the bird. Likes + Favorites.
Janet Marie replied:
Asbed! So nice of you to visit my gallery and share such a wonderful comment about my artwork. I appreciate knowing that and for choosing this as one of your favorites too. Janet π
William Tasker
The high point of your day (rightly so) resulted in a gorgeous, high-detailed shot! I appreciated seeing this fine image and with the naming of the species, it is now featured on the home page of Wild Birds Of The World - A Nature Photography Group. L/F
Janet Marie replied:
Itβs a play on words for both me and the cactus wren, as they are always flying to highest point of my desert plants. The ocotillo being the plant of choice. I appreciate your marvelous words expressed about this, William. So kind of you. Thank you for the HOMEPAGE FEATURE in your wonderful Art Group, βWILD BIRDS OF THE WORLD-A NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP!β Always a pleasure to have my artwork recognized in this special way. I truly appreciate it! Janet π
Ruth Housley
Nice capture of the wren Janet Marie!!
Janet Marie replied:
Thank you, Ruth! I am glad you like it and left such a nice comment! Janet π
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