You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
p.1 #1You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
While on a local outing this Merlin just decides to come in and pick this perch near me. Why thank you even though it was an upward shot and mostly backlighting there were some great opportunities to appreciate this visit!
C&C is always appreciated
Karl
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7 Red Tailed Hawk
8 The big bird in the sky passes by
9 Ohio State Bird American Cardinal
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C&C is always appreciated
Karl
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9 Ohio State Bird American Cardinal
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Feb 02, 2026 at 07:12 PM
p.1 #2You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Nice set. #2 for me
Feb 02, 2026 at 07:18 PM
p.1 #3You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Great set of photos, Karl! They're all excellent! I love the Cardinal. We don't have them out here and I regret somewhat taking them for granted when I lived in Indiana.
Mark
Mark
Feb 02, 2026 at 07:31 PM
p.1 #4You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Lovely set and beautifully done.
Birdie
Birdie
Feb 02, 2026 at 07:34 PM
p.1 #5You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Cool shots but FYI it’s a Merlin
Feb 02, 2026 at 10:16 PM
p.1 #6You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Looks like you found some time last weekend. These are great and what a nice find also ! Numbers 4,6 and 9 are my pics.
John
John
Feb 03, 2026 at 07:09 AM
p.1 #7You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
2, 4 and 9 for me Karl. Such a sporty bird, small agile and good looking while still being a threat to other smaller prey. Always a fave.
Eric
Eric
Feb 03, 2026 at 07:42 AM
p.1 #8You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Wonderful set, Karl!
My favorites are #'s 3 & 9
Greg
My favorites are #'s 3 & 9
Greg
Feb 03, 2026 at 07:46 AM
p.1 #9You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
2, 3, 7 and 9 are my pick from this quality set Karl. It's great when we get surprise visits like this.
Morris
Morris
Feb 03, 2026 at 08:02 AM
p.1 #10You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
How did I miss this posting, simply outstanding Karl!!
Feb 04, 2026 at 11:15 PM
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p.1 #11You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Nice series Karl. looking at the first picture I was wondering how close was the bird to your lens 
Feb 05, 2026 at 07:46 AM
p.1 #12You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Great set Karl. Love that Cardinal !
Greg
Greg
Feb 05, 2026 at 07:48 AM
p.1 #13You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Great set Karl !
Ronny
Ronny
Feb 05, 2026 at 08:53 AM
p.1 #14You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Great set Karl, Always helps to be a little lucky.
Dave
Dave
Feb 05, 2026 at 05:01 PM
p.1 #15You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
A kind thanks to all that visited and commented, appreciated!
My thanks!
Karl
My thanks!
Karl
Feb 06, 2026 at 08:25 AM
p.1 #16You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Fantastic Karl ! I really like #6 and the Red-tail is a great shot.
Gary
Gary
Feb 06, 2026 at 09:34 AM
p.1 #17You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Karl, we don't often get to see merlins so this is a treat, especially that first one where he's asking "whatchu doing down there"? Good stuff.
Sue
Sue
Feb 08, 2026 at 11:25 AM
p.1 #18You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Karl, great set 👍🏻
Feb 08, 2026 at 02:07 PM
p.1 #19You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Well presented Karl, and fine shooting.
Voted!
Pius
Voted!
Pius
Feb 08, 2026 at 06:16 PM
p.1 #20You just never know what might come your way! Merlin!
Great set of a beautiful little guy 
Feb 19, 2026 at 09:18 AM