This juvenile male oriole learned all about bathing this week. When I first noticed him he was standing on the edge while a little brown bird splashed around. He stared at the brown bird. I went to get my camera. By the time I got back he was in the bath too.
So you just shake your feathers?
He seemed a bit unsure, but it didn’t take long until he was fully immersed in the experience. Literally.
Like this, right?Brown bird: I’m outta here!That’s OK…more water for me!Rub a dub, dub. One bird in a tub!Look! I can draw a heart with my tail!Oh what a wonderful feeling, oh what a wonderful day!A little more tail action. I wonder if any girls are around.Hey…did I hear mom or dad call me?Time to go!It’s supper time!
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July 28, 2026 at 10:48 pm
Looks like pure joy!
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July 28, 2026 at 10:52 pm
It was! And made us laugh out loud.
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July 28, 2026 at 10:58 pm
You got some amazing shots! Thanks for pointing out the little guy’s artwork!
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July 29, 2026 at 12:09 am
Amazing photos! And an amazing “rabbit” bird … in one of the photos anyway. 🙂
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