The bird feeder is a busy place these days. Yesterday this lovely purple finch paid us a visit.
A tiny nuthatch, which usually appears upside down, helps itself to some suet.
The ravens are huge, but so shy. Could be because they are clumsy fliers and need to be extra careful as they can't quickly take off to avoid predators. These guys really love peanuts, and swallow them whole.
The hairy woodpecker (just a bit bigger than the downy, and hard to tell apart) daintily tries a bit of suet and takes much time in between pecks. A huge contrast with the greedy starlings.
The mourning doves love fresh water, and get right into the pan to drink their fill. This morning, Whitie the cat reached up and grabbed a dove. As I ran out, the dove got away, leaving a cloud of feathers behind. Hope it is ok. Whitie is grounded for the day.
Here is our apex preditor, wanting in.
If only White would go after starlings! They are much more wily than the other birds, never landing on the bird table, only going after the suet safe on the railing. They can demolish an entire cake in one day!
One more little guy who loves sunflower seeds.
These are beautiful photos, Heidi! I especially love the purple finch. And the last little guy. And poor Whitey...just wants some action!
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