I just had a male in the yard. So beautiful, have never seen them before. I've never had so much activity back there other than my regulars...
& look who else want to join in w/the feasting: Is this a Coopers or a Sharp-shinned? I didn't get a look at the tail, or get a good pic of it either. I have the hardest time ID'ing hawks...
& these because the blue is so bright & beautiful!
Very exciting to spot a rose-breasted grosbeak! I saw one at my feeders for the first time last spring. Still looking for him to stop by this spring - hopefully!
I would have to guess Coopers Hawk...but not quite 100%. Here is some good info on ID'ing them:
I love and respect creatures of the wild, primarily the birds. I am very much an amateur/beginner still learning as my schedule allows. I have basically stuck to the yard for the past 2 years, really only venturing out a time or 2 to see new things.
I adore the songbirds, am fascinated by birds of prey & appreciate everything in between.
I plan on putting more effort into sightings this year. It's also a good excuse to spend some outdoor time w/the hubby.
Hi Stephanie,
ReplyDeleteVery exciting to spot a rose-breasted grosbeak! I saw one at my feeders for the first time last spring. Still looking for him to stop by this spring - hopefully!
I would have to guess Coopers Hawk...but not quite 100%. Here is some good info on ID'ing them:
http://www.birds.cornell.edu/pfw/AboutBirdsandFeeding/accipiterIDtable.htmHave a great weekend!