18-Apr-2022
Red-winged Blackbird
The blackbirds are so photogenic at this time of year, fresh red epaulets, perching on cattails - a classic pose...
18-Apr-2022
Golden-crowned kinglet
This kinglet barely stopped, so getting a photo was a challenge, and sadly, this isn't a very good one, but OK as a record for the blog 'list'.
18-Apr-2022
American robin
Lots and lots of robins around, calling, singing, hopping...
18-Apr-2022
American red squirrel (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus)
As can be seen, this squirrel has a mouthful of nest material. It is that time of year...
18-Apr-2022
Song sparrow
Song sparrows are always very vocal when they first return to an area, and today was no exception - they were heard from all corners of the wildlife garden. Old birdboxes are a favourite perch, though of course, they don't nest in them.
18-Apr-2022
Red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa)
One of the very early native shrubs to start leafing and producing flower buds.
18-Apr-2022
The Old Woods
Looking north through the old woods. In another month, the scene here will be looking much greener.
18-Apr-2022
Red-winged Blackbird
These birds have been back for weeks, and are now going about the business of establishing territory.
18-Apr-2022
Three geese in flight
Lots of Canada geese flying over the garden, including these three.
18-Apr-2022
American goldfinch
This female seemed to be telling a male what she thought of him. He thought better of landing in the same shrub!
18-Apr-2022
Northern flicker
Flickers are back, but unfortunately I could not get a photo without branches impeding the view.