They have been shy this year, with just a few showing up in their drab winter colors. That has changed as seen by the yellow feathers replacing the gray. Soon, in full golden glory, they will head north for the summer leaving behind happy memories and a hope for their return next winter. #goldfinch #birdfeederContinue reading “Yellow Fellow”
Tag Archives: Migration
First Arrivals
Yesterday morning our first goldfinches of the season were spotted at the feeder. They always arrive between Thanksgiving and Christmas and brighten the season even though they are in their drab, winter plumage. I can’t help wondering if they are as excited to arrive at their winter home as we are to see them. #winterContinue reading “First Arrivals”
Fall Migration
By night they rest in the shed, but by day, they look at the sun from whatever part of the yard is free of shadows from nearby trees. The telescopes even go through a migration. During spring, summer and early fall, they observe from the cement pad by the shed, but from late October toContinue reading “Fall Migration”
Bye Bye Birdie
It’s been three days now since we last saw them; no more gold is glittering around our backyard feeder. We knew the time would come for them to fly north for the summer to raise their offspring, but it is always sad to see them go. But that is nature’s way, and in late DecemberContinue reading “Bye Bye Birdie”
Tiny Traveler
The goldfinches are back! I spotted this one at the feeder yesterday, and it was kind enough to wait for me to get the camera and take some pictures before it flew off. They usually arrive between Thanksgiving and Christmas and are a welcome addition to our backyard aviary. Though drab in color for theContinue reading “Tiny Traveler”
Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings 