Christmas came early for the avian parents of this tiny “present.” No doubt the former content of the shell is spending its time between snoozing and begging for food while trying to stay warm. I can’t help wonder whether the little feathered hatchling was more work for the parents before or after it hatched. MerryContinue reading “Early Christmas Present”
Tag Archives: Birds
Online
Birds on seem to have no trouble communicating on line as they sort out among themselves who gets to perch where, on which wire, and next to whom. They don’t text or e-mail of course, they mainly just tweet. #birds #online #tweet
Creatures Great and Small
Living in the “Woods” next to the Cross Florida Greenway keeps us in proximity of all kinds of creatures. Signs warn of the bears sometimes seen in the area, and tracks tell of the racoons that cavort in our back yard at night. Coyotes’ serenades are occasionally heard in the dusk and the dawn alongContinue reading “Creatures Great and Small”
Bluebird
A happy thought; may it brighten the whole day. #bluebird #birds #friends
Goodnight Birdies
The seed in the feeders is going down nearly as fast as the setting sun. Goldfinches, sparrows, chickadees, cardinals, and a host of other birds have been jostling for dining space at the feeders. Now all is calm, but come sunrise another feeding frenzy will commence, much to our delight. #birds #birdfeeders #cardinals #chickadees #sparrowsContinue reading “Goodnight Birdies”
Once Upon a Railway
Rains and winds abated and allowed a lovely walk along an old railway that has been converted into a trail. Debris and fallen trees remained from the recent storm, and creeks overflowed their banks and threatened to collapse a small section of the pathway. Rabbits hopped here and there while small birds chirped and twitteredContinue reading “Once Upon a Railway”
King Lizard
On the rooftop he posed like royalty adorned with a wreath of clouds. Perhaps he was just looking for the sun’s warmth or possibly, an insect meal. Maybe he just liked gazing around. Regardless, he best keep a wary eye, for birds are about and they would be happy to turn this little predator intoContinue reading “King Lizard”
Seeds and Sensibilities
Birds of a different feather do not often flock together, except where food is involved. Though they may have their spats, feasting seems more important than fighting. In that aspect, they seem to be just like people. #birds #chippingsparrow #goldfinch #food #seeds
Fine Feathered But Not Quite Friends
The cardinal and the chickadee seemed to be sharing a peaceful moment at the feeder but a “discussion” soon followed between the birds. One decided that it was definitely in its best interest to leave in a hurry, and it wasn’t the cardinal. #cardinal #carolinachickadee #birds #birdfeeder
Going to Seed
The seasonal transition from summer to autumn was on display at Fernhill Wetlands as wildflowers began producing seeds and providing food for the abundant birds and wildlife of the wetlands. #seasons #summer #autumn #wildflowers #birds #wildlife
Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings 