A northern mockingbird.
Per the Native American Mockingbird Mythology website:
Mockingbirds are mythologically important birds in many Native American cultures. In the creation myths of the Hopi and other Pueblo tribes, it was Mockingbird who first taught the people to speak. In Shasta Indian mythology, Mockingbird is the guardian of the dead. To Southeast Indian tribes, the mockingbird is a symbol of intelligence; the Cherokees used to give children mockingbird heads to eat out of the belief that it would make them clever. The Maricopa believed that dreaming of a mockingbird was a sign that a person had been given special powers.
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That certainly looks like an intelligent bird to me, Sandra!
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Knows a thing or two, I can sense it too Bro!
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Lovely shot, Sandra!
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Thank you Donna!
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A wonderful photo, Sandra! Those piercing eyes, so pretty.
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Thank you so much John!
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Years ago, a mockingbird came to the same tree every night and sang…late at night. It was wonderful.
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That sounds so nice! I can picture it.
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Great photos Sandra and a fascinating read!
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Thank you Ashley!
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Excellent shot, Sandra!
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Thank you so much Indira!
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Wonderful photo!!😍
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Thank you! I’m happy you like this little one!
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Wow, excellent shot Sandra. You’re getting really good at bird photography. And thank you for all the background information. I never knew they held such significance. Have a great day.
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Thank you so much for your kind words Chris! I’m getting more comfortable with my camera settings. I just need to get out more. I fell out of the habit of my morning walks when the fires were raging and the smoke was everywhere. It’s mostly clear now and it just doesn’t occur to me until it’s too hot out. It should be cooling down soon. I’ll get back into it. I hope you’re doing well!
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I’m happy to hear you can resume your walks and look forward to new photos. Stay cool
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I never knew all of this of Mockingbirds. I learned something new today! I see them often here in AZ.
And what an incredible shot.
I hope all is well and the smoke is somewhat better for you my friend.
Take care and Happy Tuesday!
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Hi Nancy! Happy Tuesday to you too! Thank you so much, I’m happy you enjoyed this post. The smoke is moving out. I feel like each day it gets brighter and lighter outside. If we can just cool down into some mild temperatures, I’d love it! I’m sure you know what I mean since you live in AZ. You take good care friend!
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Yes… it’s been hotter longer then usual! Time to cool down!
Stay well sweet friend!
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I am not down with that eating of bird heads.
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Picky eater? 😉
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Beautiful, Sandra!
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Thank you Pete!
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