Indigo Bunting
Here are some more shots of Twan’s backyard Indigo Bunting. That blazing and regal blue looks almost otherworldly when you are at home and suddenly notice it outside of your window. It even decided to have a snack at his feeders…what a treat for him! As you can see he also had an American Goldfinch friend, and this Gray Catbird hopped up for some suet. I am beyond jealous…have you had such a cooperative Indigo Bunting? Now all he needs is a Painted Bunting to complete his set. Our homes, feeders and yards are a “Wild America” all their own each spring! Scott...
Read MoreIndigo Bunting at Home
Even though eBird tells me that they’re not here yet, two gorgeous Indigo Buntings were hanging out in our yard today anyway. Spring is on! Twan Leenders President
Read MoreBobcat Signs
Can you spot the mammal here? No? Well…yes, you cannot find it because it is not there, but it has left its mark…literally. What do you see? This is a Bobcat scratching post and resting area, the bark stripped away by sharp claws. You can see the lines that have been carved into the wood. It is conveniently located over a pool of water, making it harder for anything to sneak up on the bobcat when it is at rest. It almost seemed similar to a place one of our pet cats would like to enjoy a snooze on! Nearby we found this pile of scat, also Bobcat. If you have a cat at home that may help you...
Read MoreReturn of the Osprey
The Osprey have returned! Make sure your nesting platforms are erected and ready to go, and soon enough we will be seeing birds like this one toting enormous branches across our blue and warming skies.
Read MoreMale Cardinal Liftoff
Here’s liftoff of a male Northern Cardinal during a recent snowfall. Get out there this weekend and enjoy the snowy world, Chautauqua County! We will see you on the trails of our glistening landscape.
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