Birder PapaRrazi
An Amateur Birdwatcher's tally
November in King County, WA is wet and chilly. This year was no exception. Lots of ducks, geese, some raptor birds and swans all joined us here. Blue herons were plentiful, and we saw a few kingfishers. Fog fills the mornings after the sun has begun to rise. We don’t get to go birding in the evenings anymore – it’s too dark.
But my yard was host to all day celebrations as hummers, sparrow (house and white crowned), chickadees (black capped and chestnut backed), scrub jays, juncos, finches (house and American), a towee and more feasted and partied. My party was inside, as I watched through the window. I had to work, after all. Someone has to pay for the food, suet and sugar water. I had companions inside – my cats chirped excitedly as the birds landed in our overgrown (over 6-foot-tall) Camilla bush. They aren’t allowed out. I haven’t taught them to walk on a leash and I refuse to be irresponsible and let them out to get hit by a car or attacked or lost. My dogs walk in the park with me on weekends. Maggie enjoys following smells. One day she might find what she’s sniffing for. Whose to say? Katie likes attention – from other park visitors and their dogs. Neither like to stop and look at birds or worse, take photos. But they’re the best dog companions I could ever hope for. Maggie is good on a trail. Katie likes crossing the meadows. They provide more opportunities than I can imagine for bird watching, though that is not their goal.
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AuthorI love birdwatching. It's relaxing and fun. Even though I've been birding for over 10 years I classify myself as an amateur birder. I plan to write a blog each month about my experiences. Hope you enjoy them! Categories |
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