Is That What I Think It Is? A couple of weeks ago I noticed a little bird zipping back and forth between my peanut feeder, sunflower seed feeder and my sunflower chip feeder. Because they move with lightning speed, I was not able to see clearly what it was. Later that day, I was out filling and cleaning up around my feeder station and I heard the familiar Red-breasted nuthatch … [Read more...] about I Have a Red-breasted Nuthatch Pair! Do You?
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The Zinnia Goldfinch Surprise
A Surprise Zinnia Goldfinch Discovery This year, in addition to the returning perennials and new annual plants, my wife had a pack of mixed zinnias. I think we had it left over from last year. She decided it couldn't hurt to put them out in our baskets. It has turned out to be a pleasant zinnia goldfinch surprise! Let me tell you about it. I'll Just Plant a Few Seeds in … [Read more...] about The Zinnia Goldfinch Surprise
3 Ways To Attract More Goldfinches
Attract More Goldfinches Let's face it...who doesn't love to attract more goldfinches into their back yards! Their sweet vocalizations and little fights with each other are reason enough to love them. When you throw in the male's summer plumage, it's impossible not to want to see more of them. Over the years, I've tried different things to attract them. Some have worked and … [Read more...] about 3 Ways To Attract More Goldfinches