Friday, May 1, 2009

Rose Breasted Grosbeak

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!

1 comment:

  1. Hi Stephanie,

    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:

    http://www.birds.cornell.edu/pfw/AboutBirdsandFeeding/accipiterIDtable.htmHave a great weekend!

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