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Tuesday, February 21, 2012

A winter's tale

I'm happy to report,


The Snowdrops are up and,
compared to last year, they seem to be several weeks early.

The mild weather is also luring a lot of birds,
Cardinals and snowbirds are everywhere
and
Robins never left.
Occasionally, one might even spot an exotic.

But the most noteworthy sighting is the return of
the
Red-winged Blackbird
on Feb. 21st.

They are one of the most abundant native birds
in North America.
A highly polygynous species,
meaning males have many female mates/ nests.
Their early arrival and tumbling song are
happy indications of
the return of spring.
I say this is a cause for celebration !

Before you know it, Tulips will be in bloom
and Spring will be in the air.