Perched

Facing east outside the apartment stretch the barren branches of a tree.  While the weather this summer has been difficult for many trees, this particular tree has been dead since prior to our move last Autumn.  Its starkness offers a contrast to green (or lately not so green) canopy.

Two weeks ago near dusk, I caught this image of the branches.

Looking at the Branches
Cropping to a Cardinal
Yes, a male cardinal was taking advantage of the view.