Can you imagine? Ah yes, a whole flock of them moved in for a whole full day last Saturday. It was so much fun watching them feeding on ripening fruits on shrubs and trees… from the crabapple tree to the American holly to the dogwood berries, back to the crabapple tree…
Some of them decided that a bath would suit them just fine before they started back into the long journey ahead of them. Were they flying south? I like to believe that as they were flying to a warmer somewhere they looked down and way down there saw the house in the roses, then decided to make a stop in this little oasis.
Many scientists say the American Robin's spring migration follows the "line" formed by 36 degree average temperatures and it’s been so strangely warm around here—above the 30’s on many a day this year. It’s hard to believe we are still in the midst of winter.
The Red-winged Blackbirds were here too; although not in a Hitchcock-like numbers.
I love the soothing song these birds emit. They may not be too ostentatious in their plumage, but they were certainly gifted with a lovely song.
It was enchanting—the sound; the swishing muffled sound of birds and dry leaves in the ever so quiet afternoon. Moments so soothing and captivating.
How are your days? Anything exciting? Interesting? Mysterious? Funny? Anything at all? Please do share!
Lovely bird pictures! Last week we had two eastern bluebirds at our feeders -- I wish I could have taken a picture of them. We have all of the birds you showed here in the Memphis area, AND my daffodils are blooming, too. My tulip magnolia is about to break bloom, also, but unfortunately it's supposed to drop down in the 20's later this week. If it does, the magnolia blossoms will shatter and drop before they reach full bloom.
ReplyDeleteOur daffodils are above ground reaching for the sky but we haven't spotted the first robin of spring yet!!!
ReplyDeleteOh Cielo lucky you to see a Robin! I always feel so much better when I spot the first Robin in the Spring. This year in upstate New York we are supposed to have Snowy Owls and Tundra Swans around this area, an occurrence that is very rare but with the warmer weather this year they have made their way this far South. I have been out looking around but haven't seen any myself yet.
ReplyDeleteHave a sweet and blessed day Cielo!
Tina xo
Hi Cielo, I have heard the call of the blacked capped chickadee already, and that is a good sign. No robins yet, and nothing springing up in the garden..well, here in Michigan anyway.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures...I have become a bird watcher in the last few years and love it!!! I have a red bird that visits my bird feeder every day! My neighbor's daugter named him Timmy...he is beautiful...Sooo RED!!!! Awesome POST!!!! ;0)
ReplyDeleteBrenda
The pictures are great. Sometimes watching a bird for hours can be much more interesting than watching a movie. Nature has its own treasures. I simply love to sit by my conservatory and gaze at the garden. nice photography.
ReplyDeleteI love watching the birds. We have several bird feeders. Things are starting to bloom here, too. Daffodils in sunny spots are in bloom. Mine are full of buds.
ReplyDeleteNothing exciting or mysterious around here, just trying to keep it together. I have a sister who is in the same hospice place as my mom was last year. Just trying to visit her and help with her as I can.
I'm staying home today, that is always a welcome treat for me-time to cook, do the laundry, read blogs and read my huge Stephn King book:)
Qui Italia, freddo, anzi freddissimo. L'aria non preannuncia primavera.
ReplyDeleteLe mie rose dormono coperte dalla soffice neve.
Io voglio la primavera.
Voglio veder fiorire i giacinti appena comprati.
Antonia
Just look at those lovely Robins! I haven't seen any here yet, but it is still early here. I will "borrow" yours until they arrive. Kit
ReplyDeleteLovely bird pictures! I think the little grey one is a Slate-coloured Junco, though, not a Chickadee. If you do a search for them on Google Images you can see the difference.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos! The robin always reminds nature of the coming warmth and promise of Spring. Native American lore says the robin's eye with its surrounding white ring deems prophetic clarity... a gift I hope he brings my way as well!
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful blog... wonderful photographs.... :)
ReplyDeleteWonderful Bird pictures. I could sit and watch birds all day. Did you know that only 32% of birds survive the winter. It's important to give them somewhere to stay warm, such as bushes, piles of limbs and leaves, our discarded Christmas tree, etc. And, keep the cats inside!!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos! Isn't it thrilling when they visit - bringing with them the hope of spring! My garden sounded like an aviary this morning - music to my ears!
ReplyDeleteHave a great week,
Kathy
Great photos! Isn't it thrilling when they visit - bringing with them the hope of spring! My garden sounded like an aviary this morning - music to my ears!
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Kathy
The post is interesting, and the photos are admirably wonderful. However, if I may suggest, you may want to try placing several bird feeders in your garden in order to attract more birds. Not only will you draw the birds' attention, you will also be able to provide food for them, which is undeniably fun and great.
ReplyDeleteYour hard work is appreciated. The passion you behold for photography can be seen from the dedication you have put up in taking pictures of this bird. It would have taken you a long time but really worth it.
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