From Dearth to Birth
As dedicated bird and squirrel (by default) fans we enjoy the variety of feathered (and furry) friends that visit our yard.
Juncos, chickadees, doves, nuthatches, sparrows, robins are stock characters while seasonal guest visitors such as warblers, flickers, jays, goldfinches, hummingbirds, grosbeaks, and siskins drop in, adding both drama and entertainment to the landscape.
Sometimes, right around the beginning of May our bird activity suddenly vanishes. So distressing! Well, we know why when suddenly we see moments like in this video:
The birds have been busy at home!
I’m amused how mom bird pulls away for a few seconds to get a couple of bites in before her “toddlers” cue for a handout. I noticed her fledglings are quite capable of feeding themselves but pester her anyway.
Reminds me of my long ago days of my own fledgling feeding times.
Any springtime feathery episodes to share?
Pam Webb 