Like a tightrope walker, this American Robin (Turdus migratorius) inched its way along a narrow vine at Huntley Meadows Park, its eyes focused on the prize that awaited it at the other end. Periodically the robin used its wings for balance and moved forward until it reached a steady position almost within reach of the berries.
With a quick thrust forward of its head, the robin was able to snatch one of the low-hanging fruits. When I left it, the robin seemed to be enjoying its prize with a smile on its face.
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Mike Powell 
Great capture. I can even see where at least one berry is “missing!” M 🙂
I guess it’s not as bad as it looks. If he does fall, he can still fly.
Great action shots.
Thanks, Laura.
Great series, Mike. You can see the keen eye!
Thanks, Chris. I am always amazed by how focused birds seem to be and always happen when I can capture that intense focus in their eyes.
What a delightful series. I especially like the wings-spread capture, and the focused attention others have mentioned. It’s always such fun to get a glimpse into their world.
The spread wing shot is my favorite. It’s a little unusual to look under a bird’s wings at its face. There is a little motion blur in the wings and in one of the legs, but I think it actually enhances the dynamic feel of the photo. Thanks so much for your wonderful comments and insights.
That’s a great sequence. I thought at first those might be Virginia creeper berries but in these shots they look more like grapes. Some wild grapes are quite small.
I am not sure of the vegetation, but there sure were a lot of robins around that day.