Tuesday, February 22, 2022

BIRDS OUT BACK - TRAIL CAM PHOTOS

 Three Doves and a Downy - if I was good with prose, that would be the start to a lovely poem, or the beginnings of a great joke.  Unfortunately, not even a short ditty comes to mind.

Our son just left, he got an education on who was visiting the bird feeders in the time he was here.  He's a good sport and put up with it all from his mother, even at how close they stand next to the trail cam.  

The female Northern Cardinal heard the Mourning Dove and posed beautifully, standing back at just the right distance, with her best side showing.  
Well, something startled this one!
The Starlings were too busy to notice the bad hair day.  I can relate mind you, I have my own bad hair days.
Mr. Squirrel decided to pay us a call.  He was in a hurry!
The male House Finches thought they had better get in before all the food was gone.
They know that just like the starlings... 
the squirrels can be a wee bit greedy!
The Dove learned a few tips from the Cardinal about posing, and that's where we are ending our post today

Thanks for looking and enjoy the rest of the week.




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47 comments:

  1. Ginny HartzlerFebruary 22, 2022 at 12:42 AM

    I always love your comments on the camera shots! The squirrel is literally FLYING! That one is my favorite.

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  2. LindaFebruary 22, 2022 at 1:06 AM

    What fun! I love the jumping squirrel!

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  3. Hootin AnniFebruary 22, 2022 at 3:26 AM

    Oh my gosh...tho all are great shots, that action of the squirrel is just like an action movie....lights camera action. Right on cue!

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  4. AnnFebruary 22, 2022 at 4:58 AM

    Always lots of activity at your backyard feeder. What fun to watch.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:19 PM

      Thanks Ann, it always is fun to look outside :) They disappear for a few hours and then they are back to entertain me even more.

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  5. SandiFebruary 22, 2022 at 7:28 AM

    Handsome fellows!

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  6. MadSnapperFebruary 22, 2022 at 7:55 AM

    the levitating squirrel is too funny and my favorite is the wings spread male house finches. they are stunning, love their colors and in flight is gorgeous

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:20 PM

      Happy you enjoyed them Sandra :) It is always fun to bring the cam inside and see what delights there are.

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  7. ~Lavender Dreamer~February 22, 2022 at 8:43 AM

    We try to scare the squirrels off so the birds can eat but they are persistent, aren't they? Fun photos! Enjoy your day.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:20 PM

      Hi Diane, yes they certainly area :) Thank you and you enjoy your day also!

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  8. MarthaFebruary 22, 2022 at 9:15 AM

    What great shots, so many perfect captures. My favorite has to be Mr. Squirrel in action!

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:21 PM

      Thanks Martha, he is a favorite of mine also :)

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  9. Anne Hagman-NiilolaFebruary 22, 2022 at 9:22 AM

    Awesome!

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  10. ChristineFebruary 22, 2022 at 9:58 AM

    Great photos never seen a female cardinal up this close.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:21 PM

      Thanks Christine, glad I introduced you to the female cardinal up close :)

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  11. ellen b.February 22, 2022 at 12:57 PM

    You really did get some good poses! Fun. Love the squirrel in mid air. Happy day to you.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:22 PM

      Thanks Ellen, happy you enjoyed them and a happy day to you too :)

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  12. eileeninmdFebruary 22, 2022 at 2:41 PM

    Hello,
    Great series of photos, I love the action shots. Take care, enjoy your day!

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:22 PM

      Hello Eileen, thank you and you take care and enjoy your day also :)

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  13. Penelope NotesFebruary 22, 2022 at 3:07 PM

    Haha … looks like you have the best diner in town and a whole lot of customers. These pictures and the storyline are a lot of fun. Love those action shots.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:23 PM

      Some days it feels that way Penelope :) Always fun! Thank you!

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  14. R's RueFebruary 22, 2022 at 5:07 PM

    Lovely shots.

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  15. bobbielizFebruary 22, 2022 at 5:09 PM

    What beautiful photos. The birds like you, too. Look at those poses. Oh, and also the squirrel.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:24 PM

      Thanks bobbieliz, I sometimes wonder what they are actually thinking :)

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  16. William KendallFebruary 22, 2022 at 5:44 PM

    You have a whole lot of company keeping you entertained.

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  17. JeanieFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:00 PM

    That flying finch photo is just spectacular. Oh, I'd love to catch a photo like that!

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:25 PM

      Thanks Jeanie, I am always amazed what I might find on that camera card when I download it :) Yes, I'd love to capture one of those photos myself.

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  18. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 6:22 PM

    Hi Linda, so glad you enjoy these posts :)

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  19. The Joy of Home with Martha EllenFebruary 22, 2022 at 8:18 PM

    Everyone certainly loves coming to your home, Denise. Great captures of all the darlings enjoying your offerings! Have a lovely week.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 11:32 PM

      Thank you Martha Ellen, so happy you enjoyed :) You have a lovely week also.

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  20. RoseFebruary 22, 2022 at 8:51 PM

    Oh, I so love these. My favorite of the squirrel running towards the camera. But I do love them all. They make me smile from ear to ear.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 11:33 PM

      Thanks Rose, the squirrel is a favorite, that's for sure :) Happy this post brought a big smile.

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  21. Jenn JilksFebruary 22, 2022 at 8:55 PM

    I love the photos. You get so close to them!

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  22. Yogi♪♪♪February 22, 2022 at 9:39 PM

    Oh wow, great photos. The squirrel caught in mid-air is the bomb. I love the doves, and the cardinal, and the house finches. Even the starlings.

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 22, 2022 at 11:34 PM

      Thanks Yogi, that cam is fun for sure, which I expect you are finding out with your own by now :)

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  23. Red Rose AlleyFebruary 23, 2022 at 6:42 PM

    The female cardinal has such a bright red beak. I'm so glad that I get to see the cardinals on your blog, Denise, as I don't see them here in Calif. We have many of the mourning doves in the neighborhood. I just love this bird. Oh, those mischievous squirrels. They keep coming around my front yard until I shoooo them away. You are much more patient with them than I am. You take really fantastic bird and critter photos, Denise. I enjoy visiting and seeing them all.

    ~Sheri

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 24, 2022 at 9:38 PM

      Thank you Sheri, happy you enjoy my critter photos, some naughtier than others, LOL!

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  24. Lowcarb team memberFebruary 24, 2022 at 5:04 PM

    I always enjoy seeing your trail cam pictures :)

    All the best Jan

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    1. DeniseinVAFebruary 24, 2022 at 9:39 PM

      So glad Jan, and thank you. All the best to you too :)

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