Tag Archives: woodpeckers

A Backyard Bird Intermission

Posted on January 19, 2019 by

For the past several posts I’ve been sharing recaps from our recent trip to the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge. Well, I still have some photos I want to share, but I thought we’d take a bit of a backyard bird … Continue reading →

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Guard, Grab, and Gobble

Posted on August 10, 2018 by

This Red-bellied Woodpecker landed on the Bark Butter Branch, brandishing his beak like a double-edged sword.  Clearly, he wanted no company and no competition! After guarding the area for a moment or two, he proceeded to scoop up a hearty … Continue reading →

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Red, White, and…Black

Posted on May 28, 2018 by

Typically, a Memorial Day post would feature red, white and blue and be about defending our freedom (and I am truly grateful for the freedoms I have and those who have defended them!) but in my backyard, Memorial Day features … Continue reading →

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A Bit Of A Baditude

Posted on April 20, 2018 by

The Mockingbirds who are nesting in our front Cypress tree have been showing up at the feeders with a bit of a baditude…and yes, their bad attitude is such that it warrants a new word! They arrive at the Bark … Continue reading →

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A Tremendous Trio

Posted on February 9, 2018 by

There are three different kinds of woodpeckers that have been hanging about in my backyard this season. The smallest is the Downy Woodpecker.  Though diminutive in size, this is quite a determined little bird.  He is not easily deterred from … Continue reading →

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My Friend Flicker

Posted on January 19, 2018 by

Okay…so the Flicker that has been flitting around the outskirts of my backyard isn’t really my friend yet, but I am hopeful. I first caught a glimpse of this guy on our recent snow day.  I was paying some bills … Continue reading →

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A Back-up Plan

Posted on October 21, 2017 by

My original plan for today had been to head back to Red Top Mountain so Tucker could romp in the lake, but my back decided to go into a bit of a spasm so I opted for a back-up plan … Continue reading →

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