Spotted Sandpiper

It took patience and persistence to locate this Spotted Sandpiper on its nest.

The spots on his chest are just stunning!!

all photos © Jane Binns

House Wren & Carolina Chickadee

I am lucky enough to have 2 of my nesting boxes being put to good use this year. One is being used by House Wrens which are constantly bringing food in to their young.


The House Wrens occassionally fly directly into the nestbox with the food and other times they perch on nearby branches before entering. Sometimes they hang on the edge of the box - especially if the other adult is in the box waiting for them to exit. Space is limited!!

Another box, that is smothered in Clematis has been home for a family of Chickadees. They have no problem negotiating their way into the box with a continuous supply of food for their young.




all photos © Jane Binns

Full Moon

What an amazing sight - the full moon as it rose. The closest it has been to the earth in 18 years.

photo © Jane Binns

Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area

I visited Middle Creek in the hope of experiencing thousands of Snow Geese during their migration. I was not disapointed.

The fields were white with geese..

The sight and sound of them all taking off as an eagle flew in causing them to take to the skies was an amazing sight.

It was an amazing spectacle to see and a fabulous day.

all photos © Jane Binns

Spring is on the way.....

Spring is coming - I saw a large flock of Robins calling and eating berries this weekend.

photo © Jane Binns

SUNRISE

photo © Jane Binns

Purple Finch

Over the past 10 days I have been seeing Purple Finches in my backyard.

photo © Jane Binns