Lesley the Bird Nerd

Male Ruffed Grouse in the middle of drumming. They do this to attract females, and to keep other males out of their territory. The sound is very reminiscent of someone trying to start an engine to a bike, lawnmower, and things like that. I've wanted for years to record the audio of it with a good mic, and finally I did 😊🐦I'll share a short of it later.

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Gosh, I really do love White-throated Sparrows so much. Everything about them, their beautiful song, those striking head markings, their social personalities… and especially the way many remember me year after year.

When they return each spring, some come hopping and flying toward me, or even chase me through the woodland in hopes of a treat. It has never lost its magic after all these years. 🤗🐦💛🤍🖤

Hear their song, plus learn something that sets these birds apart from most...the fact they changed how they sing their song and in a very short time frame https://youtu.be/aYT5QF64LmQ

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The soft morning light made this little junco look extra cozy :)

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Frosty and Cresty came to the garden today, and Frosty being the ever generous and caring mate that he is, made sure Cresty was well fed. :) About Blue Jay courtship feeding https://youtu.be/uefZ9I_Eidw

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My favorite version of the song, "When the Red Red Robin Comes Bob Bob Bobbin along" 🐦♥️ made it to my playlist of songs I listen to regularly. 😊 Rich, done a beautiful job.🤍

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It's good to be seeing some warblers again. What species have you been seeing lately, and which warbler is your favorite?🖤💛🤍🩶

Mine would have to be the Yellow-rumped Warbler. I've always loved their curious nature, bold colors, and how social they can be, often moving around with several other Yellow-rumps nearby.

The birds in these photos a male Yellow-rumped Warbler, female Yellow-rumped curiously watching me,, a male Wilson’s Warblerx2 (I rarely get photos of this one), Male Yellow-rumped again and a Female Yellow-rumped Warbler showing the yellow patch on her rump where their name came from 🐦
5 Fun and Interesting Warblers | Perfect For The Beginner Birder - https://youtu.be/gq69tnUg0-8

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Sing it sweet angel 💛🤍🖤 Everyone seems to experience the song of the White-throated Sparrow a little differently. Some hear peace, some hear loneliness, some hear the feeling of home. What does their beautiful song sound like to you? 🐦 https://youtu.be/NtmZc3eXl0g?si=rLu3Q...

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Happy Hatch Day to Sweet Blue (Blue's and Sweet Girl's son) Sweet Blue made it out of his little egg 5 years ago today 💙🐦 it's quite a beautiful experience to know a wild bird since it was a nestling. Blue and Sweet Girl did a wonderful job 💜🩵

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Before they can fly well, nestlings must leave their nest. 🪺🪹 My new video explores one of the most vulnerable stages in a bird’s life. https://youtu.be/3AAfEv4MZ8Y

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It's not everyday that I get to see a Belted Kingfisher (female) let alone get decent photos of one. I've been after this bird for years!! Very skittish but super fun to watch when it allows you to. 🐦☺️

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