Canada Goose, watchingI woke and went out Saturday, to join others on a bird walk.
This early morning, straddling both winter and spring, I set out in wool socks and heavy jacket, left hat and mittens behind. And found that what normally is the perfect layering combination for this cooler weather, at our slow pace, soon gave in to shivers and a chill.
Birding is more about the watching—less about the walk.
But from a few well-placed blinds along the trails, we were able to settle in quietly, and watch--the cool morning air, bright and crisp, reaching through the small slits placed at eye- level around the small shelter where we sat.
Beyond the wooden walls, feeders--with all attractions to bring them close enough to view.
One by one they resumed the morning feeding frenzy.
Every so often, turning back to the shelter to watch the fourteen eyes, black binoculars, and camera--
quietly watching.
White-breasted Nuthatch, watching
American Robin
Pine Siskin, watching
American Tree Sparrow
Pine Siskin, watching
Pine Siskin and American Goldfinch
American Tree Sparrow and White-throated Sparrow, watching
Tufted Titmouse, watching
11 comments:
I love the birds watching the bird watchers. What sweet little things.
Who was watching whom, Nina? I'm glad you were able to give the little birdies some entertainment to brighten their day!
Sorry I had to work and missed the fun.
~Kathi
The pine siskin is so comical. I hope he enjoyed watching you.
Glad I ~came along~. It's always nice when the birds are identified. More than once I've learned what I thought was one kind of bird - wasn't.
Sounds like a great get together. Nice little checklist as well.
I think I recognize that boardwalk...CNC?
You were watched more than you were watching, I think! :)
So beautiful, so informative, now if I could just retain everything you teach me. Hope you are warm and your chills are gone. Again I thank you for sharing. :)
Yes, this time of year it is tricky trying to figure out what to wear. I started out in turtle neck coat etc. Now I am stripped down as much as possible. Ha... Good to hear you enjoyed your outing anyway. We had eared grebe the first time since 1998. Other than that not much migrating through yet.
It sounds as if you had a wonderful day of bird-watching.Your photographs are so beautiful, Nina! Hope you have a good week!
Some mutual watching going on. As I peruse my photos of "Geeky Birders", I can understand why the birds would have to take a second look! Well done.
Do you think you were a lifer for any of those birdies?
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