A Gathering of Starlings Acrylic Print

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Swarms of starlings don't swirl through the air as they do in other parts of the world, but they gather in the autumn in abundant numbers. They also twitter and call to each other in a mesmerizing fashion. It appears they have hypnotized the hawk sitting on the right side of the irrigation equipment; the larger bird only turned his head on occasion as more starlings came in to join the congregation. I watched, listened and took pictures for more than ten minutes, and the hawk never moved. So what ARE those starlings murmuring? :-)
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This image is copyrighted to Kae C’s Images (Kae Cheatham). Not in public domain.
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I am a visual artist (Kae C's Images) at work a few miles east of the Continental Divide in Montana USA, who produces photographic images, graphic arts, and computer art. I started with SLRs, but since 2002 have embraced the digital era. My photos have been used in many publications, including American Cowboy, Bloodlines, Orion Magazine, Pro Rodeo World (along with my articles), and Royal Wings (an international in-flight magazine). Digital painting and graphic art techniques developed when working with authors to create covers for their books. I apply these skills to many of my images. The bulk of my PHOTOGRAPHY deals with rural enterprise and activities. If you are interested in those subjects (with a western flair) please visit my...