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Some Near-Freezing Feasting

Posted on January 22, 2020 by

The temperatures here in Not-So-Hotlanta have been hovering right around freezing, bringing a flurry of birds to the backyard in search of food and water…and one birdbrain to the backyard in hopes of taking their pictures! This morning, a handsome … Continue reading →

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The Peanut Pole (It’s a Popular Place!)

Posted on March 24, 2019 by

The peanut pole is a recent addition to our backyard bird feeding set-up. It is a rather thick branch that is strapped to the side of the deck rails that has three holes drilled in it (courtesy of hubby) that … Continue reading →

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An After Shower Bath

Posted on March 3, 2019 by

After one of our (many) recent rain showers, I saw this slightly disheveled Mockingbird perched on the side of the front yard birdbath. Evidently, he had already sampled the water and found it satisfactory because he opted to hop back … Continue reading →

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The 2019 Edition

Posted on January 1, 2019 by

Every year I put together a Backyard Bird Calendar for my folks, with pictures that were taken over the past twelve months. Here’s the ones that made the 2019 edition. Cover Photo January February March April May June July August … Continue reading →

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Saturday Morning Surprise

Posted on November 17, 2018 by

This morning, hubby filled the cavity in the dogwood with a fistful of peanuts, much to the delight of this nut-loving Nuthatch, who was delighted with the discovery. This fellow, who is of the Red-breasted variety, made trip after trip, … Continue reading →

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Dressed to Impress

Posted on November 15, 2018 by

This gorgeous male Pine Warbler paid a visit the other day. He was sporting his finest fall feathers and looked as if he were definitely dressed to impress. He kept hopping from branch to branch, striking a pose, and then … Continue reading →

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P-literation

Posted on October 27, 2018 by

This perky pilferer paused in a picture perfect pose to proudly portray his perfectly plump peanut!

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