Red-Breasted Nuthatch

Not entirely certain whether to cheer because I finally got a passable photograph of this bird, or to groan because the pic's not quite in proper focus....

Looked out the window to see this guy perched on the feeder's hook and looking back at me. Figured it would be an opportunity to play some more with the Nikon 1 V1/Minolta 75-200 zoom setup. Since the other Nuthatches, several Cardinals, the Chickadees, and the Tufted Titmice were all in attendance, it seemed likely I could get something I liked.

Yup, I did. But (as you can see) I need to work on focus issues. Particularly with this bird, who never sits long in any one place.

I did get some better photos, but not of this fellow. They'll be along presently, with some more commentary about the camera/lens combination.