Common Yellowthroat...I think.

I'm not very good at bird ID. At first I thought this might be a goldfinch when I photographed it, it was there and then gone again. Looking at my bird books though, I think it is the Common Yellowthroat.

Perhaps Craig or one of the other birders could confirm that.

Your right on with the common yellowthroat ID Ryan. This is a male, the females have the yellowthroat but no mask or white above the mask. Females are buffy olive drab in color. I like your capture with the lichen covered branch and that great background. Congratulations!

Ryan, here is a female yellowthroat so you can see the difference for when you spot one. I haven't finished processing this one but you get the idea. Craig

Welcome Back!

Ryan,

This is an instance to me where a pretty bulls eyed images is fine.
JG

nice comp and good lighting here. I don't see these here in Olympia around my house.

I dont see them around my place either, north of Olympia. I like the first shot the best, good job.

Ryan,
No nits from me. Nice work!

Wow, great shot Ryan. You've been posting some really sweet images. Nice going.

Nice capture, Ryan. I particularly like the background as it helps to bring out the bird's colors. Well done.