A chipping sparrow remained patiently at the feeder, most of the time just looking about, during the half hour I spent observing the sun yesterday morning. I liked to think that it was a little friend curiously watching, sharing the moment. Maybe not, but that’s what I chose to believe. At first I thought itContinue reading “Sun Buddies”
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Three’s a Crowd
The goldfinches had staked their territories and were feeding contentedly until another avian invader decided to crash the “party.” Some birdie words were exchanged, and the sparrow flew off to wait its turn while the goldfinches returned to their dining. I don’t blame them. Soon they will depart for breeding grounds in the north andContinue reading “Three’s a Crowd”
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