There’s this prowler in my neighborhood, and it’s pretty wild. Dressed in muted colors, she lingers about, biding her time for homes to be unoccupied. At dawn, she slips in and out with stealth and confidence, yet she never takes anything; instead, she leaves her own treasures behind! This isn’t your average prowler; it’s a…… Continue reading Shiny Cowbird: a prowler on the loose
Tag: Songbirds
The Tropical Mockingbird: a keen-eyed songster
I really like Tropical Mockingbirds. Their stylish grey and white feathers and bold personalities make them unique. Their smart eyes seem to say, “Hey, human, I’m watching you…” Yes, they are always watching and can remember you. A 2009 study by biologists at the University of Florida found that Mockingbirds can recognize and remember the…… Continue reading The Tropical Mockingbird: a keen-eyed songster
Birdy: The spectacled Thrush
This post is dedicated to Birdy, a nestling Spectacled Thrush that I rescued, raised, and successfully released into his natural habitat a few years ago. He came to us as a weak creature caught in our cat’s jaws, but he left as a determined, incredibly charismatic young thrush, full of life and vitality. After spreading…… Continue reading Birdy: The spectacled Thrush
