Even the most common have so much character

 

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I was visiting one of the most scenic places in the world--the Grand Canyon, West Rim--when this little feather puff distracted me. A female house sparrow, I think. Very common, but the lighting was just right to capture her details nicely.

I've been fascinated with birds since I was young. And even now, during a time in our history where planes, drones, spacecraft, and satellites routinely fly over the Earth, there's still something magical about a feathered creature taking flight and soaring through the air effortlessly. And this one gave me an additional gift--she sat still long enough for me to enjoy her company.

 

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