Ruby Crowned Kinglet

[Shawn & Paul Jacobsen]

We were walking at Bald Hill (Corvallis) Sunday and had the chance to see a Ruby-Crowned Kinglet flashing its red spot at us.  It fluttered around in some bushes near that path, pretty close by for about 30 seconds.  Since it is only January, I am assuming it was showing off its 'color' due to being agitated by our presence and not because it thinks mating season is starting.  Anyway, I realized that it had been some time since I was lucky enough to see that display.  Very cool!

Paul

Corvallis