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Proof spring is right around the corner!

Posted by Shelly on March 15, 2011 · 2 Comments

Look at those beautiful colors peaking through! I just love seeing the goldfinches molt. Also today, I spotted a pair of Brown-headed Cowbirds at the feeder. Haven’t seen any all winter. They usually are only around briefly in spring/summer. Definitely not year round residents. I really hope they choose the HOSP to raise their young … Continue reading →

Category american goldfinch, Birds, brown-headed cowbird · Tagged with 2011, american, bird watching, birding, Birds, brown-headed cowbirds, goldfinch, HOSP, molt, molting, north america, ohio, spring

Brown-headed Cowbirds… for shame!

Posted by Shelly on March 19, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Noticed this entourage early this morning out at the feeder. Four brown-headed cowbirds (1 female & 3 males). Seems they are staking claim since they were also here when we got home this evening. I guess it is better than having 3 females & 1 male! To understand why, you must understand the cowbird. Brown-headed … Continue reading →

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Count For February 18 & 19

Posted by Shelly on February 20, 2009 · 2 Comments

Mourning Dove 9 Red-bellied Woodpecker 2 Downy Woodpecker 1 Blue Jay 2 Carolina Chickadee 3 Tufted Titmouse 2 White-breasted Nuthatch 2 American Robin 2 European Starling 12 Song Sparrow 2 White-throated Sparrow 1 Dark-eyed Junco 2 Northern Cardinal 2 Common Grackle 1 Brown-headed Cowbird 2 House Finch 3 American Goldfinch 7 House Sparrow 12

Category american goldfinch, Birds, blue jay, brown-headed cowbird, mourning dove · Tagged with birding, north america, ohio, project feeder watch, watching