Tag Archives: wildlife

Ghoulish or Gorgeous

Posted on January 26, 2020 by kathydoremus

At first glance, Grackles might seem to have a rather ghoulish appearance. Their gleaming gold eyes and midnight feathers make them fitting material for one one Poe’s poems! But if you look at them more closely, these birds are actually … Continue reading →

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Gobble, Grab, and Go

Posted on December 29, 2019 by kathydoremus

If my backyard bird buffet had a fast-food name it could easily be called “The Gobble, Grab, and Go”! Birds show up to gobble up some food… …grab some to take with them… …and then off they go. Come to … Continue reading →

Posted in Bathing Beauties | Tagged art, birds, Bluebird, cardinal, hobbies, nature, nuthatch, photography, warbler, wildlife, woodpecker, writing | 9 Comments

Bird Break

Posted on October 30, 2019 by kathydoremus

Some days (Okay, most days!) I find I work better if I build in some rewards – like taking “bird breaks” to step outside and snap a few photos. Here are the first five birds that made an appearance during … Continue reading →

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The Presence of a Pileated

Posted on June 22, 2019 by kathydoremus

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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A Melodious Male

Posted on May 13, 2019 by kathydoremus

The other day, a handsome male House Finch landed on the end of the Bark Butter branch and proceeded to strike a pretty pose. Occasionally, he would poof out his feathers a bit… …and sing a melodious song. He was … Continue reading →

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And Then There Was One

Posted on May 9, 2019 by kathydoremus

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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Towhee Time

Posted on March 30, 2019 by kathydoremus

I was so glad I had my camera in hand when this beautiful female Towhee stopped in for a bath. Since they are ground feeders and rarely come up to the deck, I don’t get to take their picture as … Continue reading →