
Tag: #birdBuddy

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Suet Junkie
The Downy Woodpecker has turned into a suet junkie, always coming back for another fix



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Grackles have resumed visiting my yard after a long absence.

My suet feeder attracted a Carolina Wren looking for a snack.

This Cardinal is fond of the peanuts provided at my Bird Buddy π₯

“Hey, can you be honest with me? Iβd love to know which side I should show off β whatβs my best side?”

This squirrel is the first crasher at my new bird bath. π

A tiny Titmouse landed and dispersed a group of partying Finches.

This Northern Cardinal wanted to land, but the House Finch wouldn’t let it. Instead, the Cardinal had to perform some impressive acrobatics.
I moved the feeder and camera to a different location, and this Downy Woodpecker showed up within a few hours.
Molting Goldie
The American Goldfinch undergoes a distinctive annual plumage cycle characterized by two molts each year. In late summer, typically starting in September, both males and females experience a complete molt, replacing all their feathers over a six to eight-week period. This results in a fresh set of feathers with more subdued coloration for the winter months.

In the spring, they undergo a partial molt, renewing only the body feathers. During this time, males transform into their vibrant yellow breeding plumage, while the wing and tail feathers, retained from the previous fall, may appear more worn and faded. This cyclical molting process ensures that goldfinches maintain optimal feather condition and coloration throughout the year.
Squabble
I rarely see my feathered friends squabbling, but these two House Finches had quite the showdown.
Goldfinch Lunch
A beautiful American Goldfinch stopped by for lunch today.
Expanded Nature Station
I’ve added two more feeders to my Bird Buddy Nature Station. In the foreground is a suet log and the orange feeder is currently filled with suet nuggets. I hope a woodpecker will return to dine on the suet log.

Happiness
The feathers on this Eastern Bluebird are so pretty! Their vibrant blue hue glistens in the sunlight, creating a stunning contrast against their underparts’ soft white and warm orange tones. As they flit from branch to branch, the intricate patterns on their wings reveal themselves, showcasing nature’s artistry and elegance. Observing these beautiful birds singing their cheerful melodies adds to the enchantment, reminding us of the wonders of wildlife and the serene beauty in our backyards.


