by Sandy Dee
(BC Canada )
Welcome Barn Swallows
I thought I would add a close up picture of the strange place these birds found to nest- They built a nest right on top of an old bird house with peaked roof.
They use dry grass etc & mix with water to make a mud nest.
They are sometimes called mud swallows because of this. Its very messy when they are building, Mud every where.
by Mike Connell
(Arkona, Ontario, Canada)
robin and dove nesting side by side
I located this web-site as I was concerned regarding a Dove that was nesting on our covered back deck.
My concern was that this dove was not leaving it's nest to feed, but on reading about their nesting habits I am now somewhat relieved.
What is quite interesting about this pair is that not long after they set up home on one corner of a 24 inch square shelf top a Robin decided to move in on the opposite corner of the same shelf.
For the past few weeks I don't think that the Robin was even aware of the presence of the Dove as they are separated by various objects.
by Karen Barchent
(Findlay, OH)
ZINNIAS
I have noticed lately that not as many goldfinches have been visiting my feeders and yesterday I discovered why.
I watched a little guy fly up to the feeder, get a snack, then exit below to the zinnias, where he spent at least 5 solid minutes just nibbling away.
by Karen Barchent
(Findlay, Ohio)
Perching on a little branch
Yesterday morning a little Goldfinch visited our birdbath. I thought he was adorable, so I took his picture.
This afternoon, his brothers and sisters invaded our feeders! We have two feeders, and there were up to 6 on each feeder at a time!
They are a little skiddish, so every time we go outside they scatter for awhile before getting brave and returning.
by 4Deboids
(Joshua Tree, California)
I live in Joshua Tree California. That is in the high desert above Palm Springs.
Last spring I posted a few photos of the Morning Dove who nested on my patio.
So for the past summer and winter I have been feeding the Doves, Quail, Sparrows and Finches, and bunnies too.
I get a lot of enjoyment just watching them. I buy chicken scratch from Walmart so it is not too expensive. I go thru 2 40 pound bags a week, but it is well worth it.
For the past 16 years I have made birdhouses and bird feeders from recycled wood, hence the name 4Deboids.
I had a bird feeder that was not up to my standards so I placed it in the yard where I normally throw out the chicken scratch. The area is on a high bank under some Palo Verde trees.
I filled the feeder with scratch mostly for the little birds. The feeder is designed so that loose seeds and shaft will fall thru the little fence around the porch.
by Kim Harcey
(Cambridge, MN)
Friendly lil Butter-butt
The first time to see a Yellow-rumped Warbler(Butter-butt) at our window feeder. Very friendly lil bird so I stuck my hand out the window with seeds & he ate out of my hand!
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by Donna Roberts
(Cape Canaveral, FL, USA)
Great Egret Nest
This was one of the best experiences ever. We just had a point-and-shoot camera, but the photos we got were amazing.
If you want to see an awesome variety of Florida's birds close-up in their natural habitat, visit this park in the Spring when they are nesting. The gators are an additional bonus!
by Janice Jessup
(Virginia Beach, Va)
It is unbelievable that after 5 years, hanging in the same place, this year a wren couple has taken to raise their chicks here in my birdhouse!!
I live in Virginia Beach, my place backs to a salt marsh so I do get a lot of wildlife visiting me. I do not want to get into the raccoons as well!
Photography is my passion so enjoy the pictures.. Do notice the chick's open mouth in the one photo.
by Bjorn Krammer
(Concord Ma. USA)
SWANS AND A RWBbird.
It is unusual to get a Red Winged Blackbird, and 'The Swan Family,' in the same picture. I got them all in the same frame, with the Blackbird showing its colors. And the Swans on the right, in the water.
Even though they are both known to be in pond/marshy areas, I was happy to get them in the same frame. While I am sure it has been done by others, to me, it is one of my best photos.
Great that the Blackbird had near full wing display, and the Swans fit in the same frame.