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| Bridled Titmouse |
What's more exciting than birding in winter and spring? Well how about birding during the summer!!!?? Yeah it's hot and miserable. I put food out the night before and it's gone before I get up the next day which says a lot about getting up early and birding.
These pics capture the beauty of any garden full of art and nature. This is the Bridled Titmouse checking out potted plants in a patio area. A cooler breeze makes me happy as the sun was hot. So many of us will head to the mountains or canyons during the day.....or get up very early before the 100 degree temps start up:)
And while waiting for other birds rumoured in the area, a nuthatch joins in on the fun.
But some special guests arrive....like this cowbird. For some, including myself, it's a lifer. Note the red eyes. This bird lives up to its reputation. Black with red eyes can mean many things in the bird world, but this guy is fierce. It will kick other birds out of their nests for its own use. How's that for vicious!?
While waiting for some more fun, a Lesser Goldfinch drops by to get a sip of juice out of this cup.
A Black Headed Grosbeak takes off in the distance.
And the biggest surprise comes from this Summer Tanager. Move over Vermillion Flycatchers and Cardinals.....there's another red bird around:)
Yes indeed. It twas a fun day birding during this hot summer day:) Best times to bird? Sun up and sun down. Best time to hike? Before 10 AM and after 4 PM. Please be careful with the monsoon rains coming. Water and lighting are very powerful things here in the desert. Be safe! I'll be back tomorrow from our vacation and look forward to catching up with everyone. More tomorrow....
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