There are three nests of starlings (that I know of) in our yard and our neighbor’s. I can see the openings in the trees and have been waiting for a glimpse of the chicks. I finally was able to see them yesterday. I also watched a woodpecker feed her/his young. The robins are doing quite well also. Very nice! Click on pictures to enlarge.
Archive for May, 2009
Backyard Nest Checks
Saturday, May 23rd, 2009Sunday at the Wetlands
Monday, May 18th, 2009
I started around 6:00 AM and the fog was so heavy that I considered turning back. It was a bit creepy, but I’m glad I kept going as the fog didn’t last long. I saw several little blue herons, great egrets, great blue herons, and one fascinating coyote. Click on pictures to enlarge.
Nest Check
Friday, May 15th, 2009
They certainly are growing fast! It’s great to see one branching. Click on picture to enlarge.
Feline Wanderings
Thursday, May 14th, 2009
A couple of cuties! Click on pictures to enlarge.
Sitting in the catbird seat
Thursday, May 14th, 2009
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More backyard residents
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009
It’s been wonderful watching the progress of all the families living in and around our backyard. I think we have a catbird pair building a nest back there now. I watched one come flying in carrying nest materials, including a plastic bag. I wish people would think about the consequences of throwing their garbage every which way. Click on pictures to enlarge.
Buntings Galore
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009
I walked the wetlands and the state park on Tuesday morning, stalking buntings. For some reason, I am doomed when it comes to photographing them. I saw quite a few, but the light was not so hot. With the ISO at 1600, the pictures are a bit grainy, but it was still a lovely morning. Hearing their songs in wonderful. Click on pictures to enlarge.
Mother’s Day Wanderings
Monday, May 11th, 2009
We checked in on several nests today and wandered around the state park for a while. Parents incubating and feeding everywhere. Lovely day! Click on pictures to enlarge.
Red-winged Blackbirds Gone Wild
Thursday, May 7th, 2009
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Wilson’s Phalarope
Thursday, May 7th, 2009
This is the first time I’ve seen a Wilson’s Phalarope. She is amazing. Click on pictures to enlarge.