Respect the coyote

Posted on August 31, 2012 by admin

I really do not understand some human’s hatred of coyotes. I guess that is not really true. I do understand speciesism. I understand how many humans need an out group whether that be other humans or other species. After all, speciesism is the first “ism.” Whenever I see a coyote, I am immediately aware of his or her fear of me. In Kansas, it is legal to shoot coyotes from cars, so this one keeping an eye on me while I took pictures from the car has more to do with fear, I imagine, than curiosity about what I am doing. Respect the coyote.
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Downy and hummingbird nectar

Posted on August 29, 2012 by admin

The first time I saw this, I though it was really strange, then I Googled it. Apparently, downy woodpeckers are quite fond of hummingbird nectar. Who knew! Click on pictures to enlarge.

Chickadees just want to have fun

Posted on August 28, 2012 by admin

Every morning, the chickadees have been landing on the mister for a drink. Looks like fun! Click on pictures to enlarge.

Young coyotes

Posted on August 28, 2012 by admin

These are not the best pictures. I was really far away, but seeing these young coyotes out and about this morning was a great way to start the day. Click on pictures to enlarge.

One very cute nuthatch

Posted on August 22, 2012 by admin

I was hanging around in the yard this morning and right over my head was this amazing little nuthatch complete with sunflower seed. Click on pictures to enlarge.

A morning of little birds

Posted on August 20, 2012 by admin

I went looking for warblers this morning and was rewarded with a Prothonotary. What cuties they are. There were several of them working the trees. I also saw quite a few of the little gnat catchers and a host of young barn and tree swallows. The weather was amazing. What a nice morning to sneak out. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Early morning fawn

Posted on August 10, 2012 by admin

What a beautiful morning! What a beautiful fawn! Click on picture to enlarge.

Cooper’s hawk visit

Posted on August 10, 2012 by admin

Every once in a while, a Cooper’s hawk comes to visit. While I am sure the little birds would not appreciate this humor, we do, in one way or another, feed everyone at our house. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Nervous robin waits to see if it is safe to take a bath.

Young house sparrows hide in the thicket until parents give the “all clear.”

The titmice don’t mind. Fierce.

It’s hummer time again

Posted on August 8, 2012 by admin

We put our hummingbird feeders up again and immediately received many visitors. The heat is hard on them, too. I noticed this morning one flying back and forth through the mister we have set up by the bird bath. Misters are great to use in this kind of weather as they use very little water, but they cool the air around them considerably. The birds will fly through them, or just sit under them. When it is this hot, it is also a good idea to change the nectar every day. The heat will ferment it fast and it does not help the hummers much if the nectar is making them sick. Wash the feeder out with hot water. While one should avoid any kind of detergent, a vinegar/water solution will work. Rinse the feeder well. Never buy the pre-made nectar or the mixes. Most of them contain dyes and chemicals that are harmful to hummers. Use a good fair trade sugar (the Wholesome brand is also vegan). 1/4 cup of sugar to 1 cup of boiling water is all you need. Let it cool a bit, stick it in the fridge, and it will be good for about a week.

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Happy

Posted on August 5, 2012 by admin

Morning visits to the patio from this lovely cardinal just make me smile. Click on pictures to enlarge.

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