Cats and Trails and Garden Tales
Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
Busy as the Birds and the Bees in the Spring Garden
Yes I’m busy, but not as busy as the bumblebees on my lavender.
These tiny creatures know their job and do it well, playing a crucial role as effective pollinators.
The birds are busy too. Chestnut-backed Chickadees are currently nesting in one of our birdhouses, that I honestly didn’t think ever got used.
It’s a bit worn but they don’t seem to mind, and the rent is cheap.
They’re in and out all day long hunting and collecting food for their young.
The Rufous-sided Towhee is larger than other songbirds, but smaller than the Robin it resembles. They’re distinctive ground feeders and appreciate the birdbaths I’ve scattered about the yard.
The Juncos are plentiful, feeding on the ground and in the trees above, including in the Douglas Fir, where you can see tender new growth. I’ve had to discourage these friendly birds from nesting in garden pots and under the back deck, for their safety from you-know-who.
While Benji seems content to watch the action, I do my best to keep an eye on him.
~ Susanne
Cats and Trails and Garden Tales 
Excellent photos of these beautiful birds, Susanne!! ❤️ I love how your backyard, so pretty! Have a wonderful weekend. 😊
Thanks, John! Have a great weekend, too.
You’re welcome, Susanne. 😊
Beautiful photography. My daughter has a cat that likes to “patrol” our yard as well. 🙂
Thank you. 😊
love the details and colors in your photos
Thank you 😊
Beautiful photos and I love the coziness of your backyard 🪴!
Thank you! 😊
Beni is keeping a sharp eye on those birds! Lovely photos of the busy bees too.
Best wishes, Pete.
Thanks, Pete. Benji likes to keep watch over his kingdom! 😸
Great bumblebee shots, Susanne!
Thank you! 😊
Terrific photography!
Thanks so much, John! 😊😊
Wonderful to see the busy bees 🐝 at work — they are so vital to our ecosystems everywhere.
Truly! They are amazing little creatures!
lovely
Lovely visitors!
Yes indeed! Thank you!