Great Tailed Grackle Socks
Description: Great Tailed Grackle Shimmers in Iridescent Color by Debra Martz Their black, blue and purple feathers are beautiful iridescent in the daylight but their voice can be ear-piercing! Captured along the Leonabelle Boardwalk in Port Aransas, Texas. ©Debra Martz In My Gallery/Collection "Feathered Friends" 20190512-DSC_0292
Great Tailed Grackle Shimmers in Iridescent Color Socks
by DebraMartz
$14 $20
Description: "Close-Up of Watchful Great-tailed Grackle" I was walking the boardwalk next to the convention center on South Padre Island when this grackle landed on the rail near me. It then stared directly at me as if I was in its way...for what I'm not sure! Copyright ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20260330_DSC2115 Alt Text: The image captures an iridescent blue bird with striking plumage, perched and looking directly at the viewer. Its vivid colors contrast with the soft, blurred background. Photography by Debra Martz
Description: This is my acrylic painting of a male great-tailed grackle or Mexican grackle perched in a tree looking over his territory. It has piercing yellow eyes, long legs, very long V-shaped tail and stout bill. Look for the shimmer of the glossy iridescent colors on the feathers, which I have painted with a pearlescent paint to give more shine. They are known for being intelligent, social, and problem-solving birds.
A great-tailed grackle perched in a tree Socks
by Matt Starr Fine Art
$14 $20
Description: "Grackle In the Morning Sunlight" I heard this female Great-tailed Grackle arriving before I saw her. When I turned, she had landed very close and was lit beautifully by the morning sun. Captured along the Nature Trail in Port Aransas, Texas, mid-autumn. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Collection: “Feathered Friends” 20251017-DSC_9150 AI Text: A bird perches quietly on a branch, illuminated by the warm sunlight. The clear blue sky serves as a serene backdrop.
Description: "Grackle Perched on a Rail" This female Great-tailed Grackle appeared to be deep in thought as it gazed out across the marsh from the railing on the boardwalk. It was 30 minutes after sunrise, and I was still seeing the effects of the golden morning light. Captured from the boardwalk at Leonabelle in Port Aransas, Texas, mid-autumn. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Collection: “Feathered Friends” 20251013-DSC_8216
Description: "Boardwalk Complaints" ....seemed like the perfect title for this Great-tailed Grackle that landed beside me on a South Padre Island boardwalk and immediately began voicing what appeared to be strong objections to my presence. The only problem with its argument was that I had arrived first. Copyright Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20260330_DSC2137 Alt Text: The image captures a grackle with its beak wide open, showcasing its vibrant dark feathers. The background is softly blurred, emphasizing the bird's striking appearance. Photography by Debra Martz
