Tuesday, July 7

still life with blue pot, geraniums and Turkey


Meleagris gallopavo (miniature version)


The commotion in the back yard about 7 this morning was incredible! A quick check revealed the north end of our neighbors' southbound dog and the air full of feather dusters! Ma Turkey and 11 poults were at my birdbath and foraging on spilled sunflower seed from the feeder. She gave the order, the little ones headed into the pines and she drew Spencer off in another direction.

I grabbed the camera and found all of the little ones in the trees, and not willing photo subjects at all. One little guy chose a different place of refuge on the deck railing. Spencer was called home, little Turkey stayed only a moment, the family reassembled and continued on their way. Wish his portrait were more formal, but not bad for a grab shot.

What do the rest of you have planted with your geraniums?

6 comments:

Jann said...

Too cute! I saw adult turkeys today at Custer Park, but none in my rose bed...

Sandcastle Momma said...

That's a great photo! Very cool to be able to watch turkeys in your yard.

Florida Beach Basics said...

what a cutie! great pic. marge

R.Powers said...

That is a fantastic cute shot!!

Dani said...

That is just adorable!

Caroline said...

Bloggers All:
You should see my deck railing when this guy's sisters and cousins and aunts show up in the winter and want breakfast! They look right in the window and they aren't so cute and fluffy! And do they leave a mess of "calling cards" :o)