First robin of spring

[laridian]

I did, in fact, see (American) robins yesterday!

Birdfeeding

[ysabetwordsmith]

Today is sunny and cold.

I haven't fed the birds yet.  I've seen two mourning doves, a female cardinal, and a downy woodpecker.

I walked around the yard taking pictures.  The snow is no longer fresh, but it still sparkles in places, and there are tracks.  Icicles are forming in some places overhead.  :D

EDIT 1/8/25 -- I fed the birds.  I've seen a large flock of sparrows, several starlings, a pair of cardinals, and a tufted titmouse.

I put out water for the bids.

I spread icemelt over a large patch of ice on the patio.

EDIT 1/8/25 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.

I've seen more sparrows and several cardinals.  :D

I am done working outside for the day.

 

Photos: House Yard

[ysabetwordsmith]

Today the sun came out. The snow is no longer fresh, but now it sparkles, and shadows cast the texture into clear relief. It's a good day for photographing signs of wildlife activity. :D These are from the house yard and along the south side of the house. (See also Midwinter Grove, Savanna, and Back Toward the House.)

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