Category Archives: Birds

Phoenix bird 2020-05-10

The firebird appears to be a Carolina wren.

Carolina wren

This Thryothorus ludovicianus didn’t seem to mind that I was three feet from it. Continue reading →

Brown Thrasher 2020-03-30

Seen through a window screen.

Hop

It’s the state bird of Georgia, a Brown Thrasher. Continue reading →

Not so little peepers

Apparently they’re well fed.

It’s been 12 days since they hatched, and supposedly Carolina wrens fledge in 12-14 days, so they could fly any day now.

-jsq

Hawks, Kites, and Buzzards

Red-shouldered hawks, split-tailed kites, and buzzards were riding the updrafts mid-day today. You can also hear bluebirds and other birds keeping to the trees.

Here’s a video playlist. Continue reading →

Tiny grapes

Until the birds get them.

Growing Backyard Chickens –Claudia Dunkley

Dr. Claudia Dunkley, Extension Poultry Scientist, will speak at South Georgia Growing Local 2014 about

Basic information for beginning a backyard flock including: breeds, housing, nutrition, egg production and biosecurity.

Her conference bio: Continue reading →

Bringing Nature Home –Beth Wiggins Grant

Student Naturalist Beth Grant will speak at South Georgia Growing Local 2014:

In his book Bringing Nature Home, Dr. Doug Tallamy explains how everyone who loves the wonders of the natural world can contribute to the survival of our native birds, butterflies, and other treasures by providing the native plants needed to support them. Beth Grant has recently obtained permission from Dr. Tallamy to present his slideshow on his findings. By acting on Dr. Tallamy’s practical recommendations, you can make a difference for bio-diversity while bringing endlessly fascinating wildlife to your home. Handouts will be provided. Copies of Bringing Nature Home and Dr. Gil Nelson’s Best Native Plants for Southern Gardens will be available for purchase with all proceeds going to Birdsong Nature Center.