Yesterday after filling up my bird feeders, I went back outside to see if any birds would come by. It didn’t take more than a few minutes before the regulars flocked in, bringing with them this bright yellow Townsend’s Warbler. It was such a treat to be standing right there with my camera at the ready. Surprisingly, he seemed just as fascinated by me as I was by him! I carefully and very, very slowly walked around the area where he was perched to take some photos of him. He just sat there, hopped around a bit and nibbled at the suet every so often.
Townsend’s Warblers visit my yard in late winter for a few weeks before heading to higher elevations in the mountains for the summer.
After what seemed like an eternity, he turned around as if to say
“See you later!”
and flew off into the forrest.
Have a fun weekend!
Sabine
in cahoots with muddy boots 
You’ve done such a great job with those shots!
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Thanks Trudy! Moving slowly and wearing a hoodie really helped with the normally shy warbler! I hope all is well with you and that the latest storm is not impacting you.
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We are being hit with the brunt of it. Luckily, I didn’t have to go anywhere today, so I am fine but the winds are really strong. I thought that the weather forecast would be wrong as it often is out here. Thank you for asking!!
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Weather forecasts are wrong here often as well! Stay warm!
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What a beautiful bird. You got some good shots! I have not been out in the yard yet. Soon I hope. The kids are coming back to go back to the tulip festival. It made quite the impression. Your header reminded me of it. Have a wonderful weekend.
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Thanks Marlene! Yes, almost tulip time! I will probably go again this year. Enjoy your weekend and stay warm! 🙋
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Wow, you’ve captured it well.
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Thanks Arlene! A bit of luck helped! 😉
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You were lucky to capture it well.
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Indeed!
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Fabulous way to spend time in the garden, Sabine! The warblers are beautiful. Lucky you! Have a great weekend.
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Spring is definitely just around the corner! Have a great Sunday Missy!
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Yes it is, and you too!
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He is incredible! What amazing photos too!
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This warbler is one of the most colorful birds to visit our yard. I was so happy he sat still for a photo shoot! Thanks for visiting!
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– a bird bothers to make eye contact with you – being acknowledged by a warbler –
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Call me the bird whisperer!! 😉 A number of years ago a small fledgling owl landed on my head while I was visiting the neighbors next door. That was different!
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