Sunday, March 14, 2010

Project Feederwatch Update


No, I didn't have a sandhill crane in my backyard. But I had one fly overhead. I can't count them unless they land in the feeding area. Since this is the first time I've seen a crane this year, I thought I'd mention it. I love their flying flourish. Every time they bring their wings up, the end feathers do a little flip up like the fingertips on a ballerina. Sandhill cranes have style.
Black-capped chickadee - 5, White breasted nuthatch - 3, Cardinal - 3, Downy woodpecker - 2, Pileated woodpecker - 1, Crow - 1, Robin - 1

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