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Cardinal Comb-over

Posted on August 22, 2019 by

Summer is the season where my Cardinals are not their usual stunning selves! The phrase “Bald is beautiful!” definitely does not apply to them! During this time of molting, some of them look like they are trying to use the … Continue reading →

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A Triple Taste of Independence

Posted on August 1, 2019 by

Three juvenile Red-bellied Woodpeckers showed up today shortly after I filled the feeders. It seemed that each was getting its first “taste” of independence! The first youngster chose the peanut pole as his personal feeding place. I think this one … Continue reading →

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Peanut Poachers

Posted on July 25, 2019 by

The other day I filled up the peanut pole and watched as one blue bandit after another swooped in to load up their beaks. These Jays made quick work of emptying what I had just filled! I’m pretty sure that … Continue reading →

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A Commotion of Cuteness

Posted on July 17, 2019 by

The baby Bluebirds have arrived, and are causing a commotion of cuteness in my backyard! There are four youngsters this time around, and to say they are keeping Mama busy would be an understatement. While she is focused on feeding … Continue reading →

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Diamonds Are Not This Girl’s Best Friend

Posted on June 28, 2019 by

You’ve surely heard it said (or sung!) that “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend” – well, not this girl! Call me quirky, but I get more joy from a beautiful dead branch than from a dazzling diamond. So, needless to … Continue reading →

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The Presence of a Pileated

Posted on June 22, 2019 by

I knew there was a Pileated Woodpecker in the area, as I’ve been hearing it’s call (which sounds a bit like maniacal laughter) for the last several weeks. Then yesterday, a pair blessed me with their presence in the backyard. … Continue reading →

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And Then There Was One

Posted on May 9, 2019 by

There was quite a bit of activity at the feeders this afternoon. A lot of the regulars (like these birds below) stopped by for some food. But when they all scattered and scurried away at the same time, it could … Continue reading →

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