I oftentimes joke, “I don’t photograph “little birds” (meaning non-raptors) but in fact, when I get the chance and it doesn’t require too much patience. I do. 😉 Here is a look at my personal top 25 captures from my past photo year, everything from the tiny hummingbird to the massive pelican.
Western Meadowlark sings the praises of spring
If you’ve ever spent any time on Colorado’s plains (or pretty much anywhere on the Great Plains) you have certainly seen and heard these little birds.  Their distinctive flute-like song and bright yellow coloring makes them easy to find and identify.
The Western Meadowlark is actually the state bird of Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, and Wyoming.