Global warming? Okay, that explanation for all quirks in the weather is getting to be a tired joke, I know, but it is a fact that we, here in Milwaukee, have had two rainstorms this winter. This weekend’s rain basically eliminated any of my cross-country skiing for the time being, though I am sure winter will deliver more of that white stuff for my fun. In the meantime, the birding and, especially, the birdwatching at my feeder, is better than ever, though a winter thaw sometimes results in decreased activity. I suspect it is the birds way of saying winter is far from over, yet. Regardless, they are welcome.
Added a new bird to my feeder bird list list with a Brown Creeper. I usually see a few of these birds spiraling up and down tree trunks, each winter, out in the woods, but this is a first for me at my feeder. Welcome to my yard and help yourself, my tree climbing friend! This morning, my little, brown, feathered wonder was helping himself to some suet, much to the chagrin of a nearby and very impatient White-Breasted Nuthatch. From a distance, the Brown Creeper is something of a drab brown bird, but, up close in the spotting scope, the Brown Creeper shows a wealth of fine detail. No, I haven’t been able to get the Brown Creeper to pose for a pic, but I will be watching, spotting scope and digital camera at the ready. In the meantime, check the Cornell All About Birds website for a good pic and a nice description.
Got go fill my feeders. Want to be a good hostess, after all.