It is so gloomy out today that I'm not having much luck with photos at the feeders. I keep trying to catch the Chickadees and Titmice, but they are in and out so quick, the camera says, "What bird...I don't see a bird?
This beautiful Towhee male showed up. I was shooting at a slant through the patio doors, so these aren't very sharp photos.
I really like Towhees, but usually only see them at this time of year. I saw this one later out in the bushes with the Cardinals and Sparrows picking through the leaves for the seeds I throw there.
The black head indicates a male. The female is more brown.
Another visitor at the railing....the Carolina Wren.
He doesn't hold still very long!
This was yesterday when it was a bit less gloomy. My acrobatic squirrel raiding the feeder.
"Who me? Isn't this here for my exercise and dinner combined? I'm trying to stay in shape so I won't be an over-weight squirrel. Maybe you should try doing this!"
(Yeah, right....and break my neck and a few other bones??)
11 comments:
I love that Towhee. Definitely a summer bird in my area.
HI Mary...well that would have made my day..I have only seen one and it was beautiful!!
Lucky you and lovely photos!
Those squirrels ...they sure are determined bugger!! : }}
Grace
I need to put out seed...with the snow that is coming they will need the stuff that is easy to get to. Maybe I can take some photos...just not been taking very many for a few months now.
Hi Mary, We've had some gloomy weather also this week. Cold weather and snow flurries are on the way.
Love the Towhee... I never see them here. Do they ever come to your feeders?
Hugs,
Betsy
I like your pictures of the Towhee. We rarely see them here. However, we often see the cousins of your acrobatic squirrel.
Quite a colourful bird the Towhee Mary and you got some nice shots really under the dull conditions.
We used to get the towhees here alot,pecking under the feeders,I don`t know why they don`t visit anymore.Great pictures,& that squirrel would drive me nuts!phyllis
Love that Towhee! I rarely see those birds. The other pictures are great, too. Love to watch the antics of the squirrels.
I enjoyed seeing the picture of the Towhee. Such beautiful colors. I don't think I have ever seen one up here.
Your visitors are sweet...love the Carolina Wren! Thanks for your comments on my blogpost, and help with turning 60! :-) Thanks again for the wonderful coasters!
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