Cats and Trails and Garden Tales
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Tag: house finch
Bird Photo Fun – Looking for Red in Squares
I love the birds that visit my yard, but only a few of them are red. The male House Finch sports a rosy red head to attract his plainer looking lady friend. Here they are on the roof, with background erased for effect. The… Continue Reading “Bird Photo Fun – Looking for Red in Squares”
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May Day May Day and all is Well!
I don’t know why May Day is used to sound the alarm when from where I sit, it is a glorious day – soaking my bones in the hot tub, I can see the house finches busily working in their nest across the backyard.… Continue Reading “May Day May Day and all is Well!”
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The Birds and the Bees and the Flowers and the Trees
It’s been a stormy and rainy first week of spring, but the azaleas are blooming, attracting bumblebees and mason bees. The snag out front is a hit with the birds; flickers are excavating and will likely move in soon, juncos sing their hearts out… Continue Reading “The Birds and the Bees and the Flowers and the Trees”
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In the Garden with the Cats and the Birds
It’s different than it was, but I still enjoy spending time in the garden with the cats and the birds. Tiger is free to go outside by himself, but Benji must be supervised. I’m hoping he can learn from Tiger to stay safely within… Continue Reading “In the Garden with the Cats and the Birds”
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Splish Splash Taking a Bath – Birds in my Garden
This week has definitely gone to the birds! After several days of record-breaking temperatures, I’ve been running the sprinklers in the early morning, which has drawn even more birds than usual. So, while I sit on the deck with my coffee and camera in… Continue Reading “Splish Splash Taking a Bath – Birds in my Garden”
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Nesting Finches in the Garden
I saw this couple of house finches nesting in the garden yesterday. I look for them each year as the clematis grows high, knowing that’s where I’ll find them in the shrubs and surrounding trees. The male looks dapper in his rust-colored tux, the… Continue Reading “Nesting Finches in the Garden”
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Happy Spring in the Garden and the Finches are Courting!
Spring has finally arrived in the Great Northwest after a cold and rainy winter. We got a head start over the weekend when we hit 60 degrees for the first time since last November. It was worth waiting for. There’s much to be done… Continue Reading “Happy Spring in the Garden and the Finches are Courting!”
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Fresh as a Bird on the First Day of Spring!
After Monday’s deluge by an atmospheric river, Tuesday came along warm and clear, a foretaste of spring. The juncos dropped by for the fresh green grass. and the finches came to say hello. We were all happy. Sharing with Sunday Stills, Fresh. ~ Susanne
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A House Finch Courtship and a Hummingbird Flyby
I stepped outside today and heard the song of a house finch overhead. Truth be known it was not that melodious, he sang like a one-note Ned continuously and persistently. But it was enough to attract a female nearby and she followed him. While… Continue Reading “A House Finch Courtship and a Hummingbird Flyby”
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Lifted Spirits in the Garden
During this time of ‘staying at home’ I’m thankful I can retreat to my backyard and enjoy the beauty of nature. And I’m not alone. I caught this little hummer perched high above in the fir tree, looking fresh and fluffy. And I found… Continue Reading “Lifted Spirits in the Garden”
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