Hermit Thrush
As I haven’t done a photography post in awhile, I thought it might be nice to share some photos of the birds who’ve been visiting my backyard lately. Some of these, like the Hermit Thrush above (who is also in several more photos here), are seasonal residents in North Carolina. Others, like chickadees, cardinals, jays, finches, and most woodpeckers, are year-round residents, although their activities change with the seasons. For example, I haven’t seen any jays or finches at my feeders in several weeks, although I know they’re in the neighborhood because I can still hear them. (They’ll likely be back when the weather gets cold.) So, you’ll see a mix of new and familiar faces in this batch of photographs.
Another note: I am participating in the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Project FeederWatch for the first time this year, and I am looking forward to it (or, I should say, I am enjoying it so far). Project FeederWatch is a November-April survey of backyard birds. Participants count birds at regular intervals and record certain behaviors. The data helps scientists track bird distribution and abundance across North America. It seems to me a nice way of giving back.
I hope you enjoy these photographs.
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11 responses to “Birds of Fall”
The Red-bellied Woodpecker makes me want to play in pretty leaves too.
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For sure. Was such a sweet surprise to find him there. 🍁
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AMAZING!!
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Thank you very much!
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Such great photos!
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Thank you, Bob!
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I really love your bird photos…I was never really into birds that much until you 🙂 and now, I look forward to all of your photos! Thank you for sharing them. They are indeed such amazing creatures.
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Aw thank you so much, friend! They are amazing, and I’m so happy to hear you enjoy my photos. 😊
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How can we not enjoy your photos! They are crisp and vibrant. I can’t get over the variety of birds you have in your yard. Amazing and beautiful. Very cool that you are participating in the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Project FeederWatch. You will have a lot to contribute. 😊
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Thank you so much, Michele! I think we’re lucky to have so many different species, at this time of year especially, when the winter residents and other birds who I don’t often see come to the feeders regularly. I’m delighted you enjoyed these photos! 🙂
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You are welcome so much! 😊
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