Friday, November 27, 2009

American Goldfinch (winter plumage)

Now sort of drab-looking in their winter outfits, the goldfinches are still here every day, and getting less shy and more numerous. - Amy

They look kind of dull right now, but I know in the spring and summer they will be totally bright! - Kennedy

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Golden Eagle (juvenile)

This was a rare sight! A soaring Golden Eagle that seemed very calm in spite of the harrassment he was getting from a crow. 

Friday, November 13, 2009

Pine Siskin

We love to see the feeder
covered with pine siskins,
even though they are
kind of pushy
with the goldfinches.








The little siskin seems
 to be saying "Hi"!
 -Kennedy

Northern Flicker (male)

        We've only seen this guy a few times and we haven't been able to tempt him with the suet feeder. -Amy
He looks kind of dull when he sits, but he's magnificent when he flies! -Kennedy

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Oregon Dark-eyed Junco (male)

These guys are so cute! They feed only on the ground under the feeders. They won't even take seeds out of a tray on the ground. They are here first thing every morning and we're sure going to miss them when they leave in the spring. -Amy
When we look out the window the juncos aren't scared away, but when we open the door, they all fly away. -Kennedy