I see breast of gold,
white wingbars too –
and I hear him sing,
his sweet, happy tune.
And I say to myself – what a wonderful Warbler.
What a wonderful Warbler.
My apologies to Louis Armstrong, but that’s the first thing that came to mind when I started this post!
This male Pine Warbler serenaded me from the tree-tops today. I don’t see him very often during the summer months, so his visits are always a pleasant surprise.
After landing on the mister for a moment, he made his way over to the peanut feeder.
He gave me a brief glance, clearly concluding that I was no major threat to his safety.
Then he turned his attention to liberating a peanut from the confinement of its cage.
Between his boisterous song and his brilliant appearance, this fellow simply makes me smile.
Backyard Bird Nerd 
Love your bird-mix of What a Wonderful World! Why didn’t I think of doing that? Lol Your pictures of that beautiful guy are great, and I like the peanut feeder. 🙂
Thanks. And the peanut feeder is a popular spot in my backyard!
Liked your poem and the lovely photos of a beautiful bird. 🙂
Wonderful pics Kathy, it is such a blessing to hear the song of birds like these.
There is no mistaking his song when he is around!
What a wonderful Warbler he is! Thanks for making me smile! 😊😄😊
Well…if it made you smile then that makes me smile! 🙂
He´s so pretty!!! Love his yellowish green color! So cute! 🐥
They really are striking!
Beautiful, Kathy! I bet he wants to sing “What a Wonderful Photogriter” when he sees you! 💛💛💛
That’s funny….I was trying to translate his tune, and I’m pretty sure that’s indeed what he was saying. 😉
Lol!!
Wonderful indeed: lyrics, photos, bird AND song! 🙂
He came back to visit again today. I adore him!
I recognized my favorite song right away and it made me smile. I danced with my son at his wedding to this. ☺️
Fun. 🙂
Your photographs make me smile. You are an amazing bird photographer, and I know, being one myself, although not as dedicated with my time, you must be a very patient and thoughtful photographer. Thank you for sharing! Cher Thoming
Thanks for the kind words. Sharing on this blog makes me smile – and to think that it makes someone else smile is even better!