Nature
A cute little woodpecker
We heard and spotted this woodpecker in our backyard this morning. What species is this one?
Signs of spring
There are certainly signs of spring everywhere you look, including our yard.
Regrowth of the chives
The blooms will be here soon!
Sage new growth
Buds on a maple tree
It is now the time to clear off the leaves from the flower bed and herb garden. Wow, the bulbs are really pushing up! Trees are beginning to bud out. And yes, the grass is starting to perk up as well. Here comes Spring 2022.
Sunset views
Awesome sunsets pop up now and then
Sandhill cranes on the move
First you hear them…
Then after you peer up into the sky hopefully you’ll be able to spot them, usually way up there, almost out of sight. This large “V” formation did not take long to spot. During migration Sandhill cranes usually fly around 5000 feet. They have been known to reach 13,000 feet when migrating over mountains.
Squirrels do like grapes
This one is cute enjoying a grape.
Squirrels, deer, rabbits, raccoons and possums all like grapes. This squirrel found one of the grapes that we put out in the yard. He grabbed a grape and enjoyed it in the tree.
Squirrel trio
Captured these three mischievous squirrels. They had been cutting donuts in the yard and chasing up, down and around the trees. Then they took a break to forage a bit. This image was the result.
Some more birds and squirrels
The squirrels and birds are liking the warmer conditions to do some foraging.
Thrilling bald eagle sighting
Today we were out for a drive, and upon returning to our neighborhood a large soaring bird came into view. It did not take long for us to recognize that our visitor was a bald eagle.
The bald eagle has been the national emblem of the United States since 1782, no thanks to Ben Franklin. (Remember the turkey thing?) It has been one of the most powerful spiritual symbols for Native Americans for as long as most can remember.
Still shots of birds and squirrels
On a cold but sunny day we had quite a bit of wildlife activity in the backyard.
Dove and squirrel
A variety of birds
Two squirrels munching away
Blackbirds congregating
Puffed up staying warm
Watching the wildlife in our backyard is one of those special activities we enjoy when we’re not out on the road. With the temperatures in the teens and snow on the ground, it is a tad bit uncomfortable to sit outside. Our backdoor has provided a decent enough window to both observe and allow for some camera work. Hope you enjoyed the images.
