21 Species observed over a few hours on Saturday morning. Two exciting views- the Fox Sparrows and Hermit Thrush!
The complete list in order of appearance:
Mourning Doves
Blue Jays
Red-winged Blackbirds
Downy Woodpecker (M and F)
Canada Goose
Gold Finch (only one, but the first we've seen in awhile)
American Crow
Common Grackle
American Robin
House Finch (3M, 2 F)- again, the first sighting in awhile and the largest group in quite some time. They were very busy on the dirt pile out front.
European Starling
Dark-eyed Juncos (many in the side yard, working through the gravel)
White-breasted Nuthatch
Hairy Woodpecker (M)
Fox Sparrows (3-4 in the trees and then 2 were in the side yard, digging through the gravel. This was our longest and best view of these birds ever! Great pics to come)
Brown-headed Cowbird (M and F)
White-throated Sparrow
Chickadee
Hermit Thrush- first time seeing this bird in the front yard!
Northern Mockingbird
House Sparrow
On Monday, Oct. 25th we observed the Red-breasted Nuthatch for the first time weeks and weeks! Welcome back!
Tuesday, Oct. 26th- a Cooper's Hawk was in the front tree. Hopefully this guy stays safe (aka AWAY from the neighbour).
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