Garden birds are smart...........in many ways!
On Sunday, during the ice storm, which thankfully didn't cause any major damage
here in our area, I noticed the potting shed in the back garden provided shelter
for many birds, especially House finches. . . . . .
. . . . . . and this adorable Titmouse tucked under the roof overhang.
The finches, male and female, gathered together and shared covered
spaces for over an hour when the freezing rain was falling.
Male Eastern bluebird and female House Finch
Female Eastern bluebird
Male Northern cardinal
Male House finch
Thrasher considering frozen suet
Female Towhee
This post is especially for the many bird lovers out there - hoping these
beautiful creatures visit your gardens too.
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What a variety of birds you have.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely fantastic photographs and such an insight into how your native birds find shelter in that horrible ice storm. Lovely to see my favourite US bird - the cardinal - I think I have only ever seen two in all my v isits to your contry - they are such lovely bright birds.
ReplyDeleteSmart birds finding shelter and food, exactly what they need to get them through a harsh winter. if any of those turn up in my garden I'll be sure to let you know!!!
ReplyDeleteSmart birds! and BRRRRRR!
ReplyDeleteYour little birds know exactly whose home to visit for their food, warmth and shelter. It looks jolly cold - no snow or ice this winter for us so far, says she tightly crossing her fingers.
ReplyDeleteDearest Mary,
ReplyDeleteWell, birds sure are very smart and they know how to find shelter!
Stunning photos of it all, thanks for taking them for us to enjoy.
We have only TWICE seen such an icy garden:
https://mariettesbacktobasics.blogspot.com/2011/01/our-garden-white-icy-today-as-snowstorm.html
https://mariettesbacktobasics.blogspot.com/2014/01/rare-icicles-in-our-garden.html
Hugs,
Mariette
What a lovely array of birds. Good to see them sheltering from the weather.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the photographs. I live in the tropics and beside a waterway - lots of birds but I've not yet learnt their names. I like watching them though.
ReplyDeleteI love that fringe of icycles round your garden table!
ReplyDeletePoor birds and other animals, I often wonder how they manage to survive harsh conditions in winter.
Dear Mary, Wish I had so many beautiful birds coming around my house. I love your Robbin and House Finch. Birds of Prey stop by to see if there is an easy meal on the pond. Sadie chases them away. Ducks are safe again once more.
ReplyDeleteGlad the ice storm didn't knock your power out! Sweet little birds...love the photos you captured of them.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful variety of visitors to your garden. I'm sure they were glad for shelter and food.
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