Wednesday, August 9, 2017

The Gray Catbird

All gray with a black cap...
the undercarriage is a reddish-brown patch at the base of the tail.

Catbirds are named for their meow call, which sounds just like a cat.
They also mimic the calls of other birds, but repeat each imitation only once.

Camera in hand, I was waiting for the Hummingbird...
this Catbird appeared in front of my lens...
a sweet surprise for sure - someone from Texas - her favorite bird.
If your reading Theresa...every time I see a Catbird, I think of you.
- true story -


They will eat seed but suet and grape jelly are their favorites.

Do you see Catbirds at your feeders?

32 comments:

21 Wits said...

Awe, I miss her too, I wonder if she'll have come back to say hello? Your bird is a sweet memory of her.

Stephanie said...

Such a beautiful and delicate bird. Thank you for sharing with us, dear Debbie. Hugs!

RobertN said...

Beautiful bird and capture.

Prunella Pepperpot said...

Such a beautiful little catbird, great captures! Have a wonderful Wednesday :)

Marie Smith said...

To my knowledge, no catbirds here, Debbie. They are beautiful. Great pictures, as usual!

Beside a babbling brook... said...

Grape jelly!!!!!!!

Love it!!!!!!!!!

:-)))))

♥ Łucja-Maria ♥ said...

Debbie!!!!
Your photos are perfect.
The bird is lovely.
I also miss Teresa of Texas.
I miss so much.
Kisses and Greetings, Debbie.
Lucja

Breathtaking said...

Hello Debbie!:) Yes! This bird, and the Whistling Ducks remind me of Theresa. Love your shots of the extremely attractive Catbird.:)

eileeninmd said...

Hello, awesome closeups of the Catbird. They are fun birds to have in your yard, I enjoy all their calls. Happy Wednesday, enjoy your day!

Lowcarb team member said...

These are super shots Debbie ... I can almost reach out and touch the feathers.
Amazing!

All the best Jan

Ruth Hiebert said...

Wow! These are great close-ups. I do have them at my feeders. They enjoy the raisins I had put out for the Robins.

Pam said...

That is a new one on me. I have never heard of those. Great catch on these shots.

Judy said...

We do not have Cat birds here. Wouldn't it be fun to hear a bird "meowing" out in a tree?

Adam said...

cute bird

LeAnn said...

What a lovely bird and I liked your explanation. I really like the gray color and again you always capture it's personality. You are amazing! blessings and hugs~

The Furry Gnome said...

Incredible pictures! It must have been very friendly!

Anonymous said...

These are super shots Debbie ... I can almost reach out and touch the feathers.
Amazing!


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Anvilcloud said...

Not sure if they get up this far, but I am not familiar in any case.

TexWisGirl said...

love these. :) love you. precious.

Author R. Mac Wheeler said...

aw

doncha wish they were purple

Laura. M said...

Cute, has a lovely color, Debbie.
Good Thursday.
Besos.

Jill said...

Adorable!!!

Farm Girl said...

I have only seen them in Oklahoma. Never here. I do like this time of year as the birds are migrating. I love listening for new bird calls. Lovely pictures today Debbie.

Conniecrafter said...

Wow you got some amazing close up shots of this beauty. I went on Wikipedia and heard what they sound like and I think I have heard that before but not sure I have seen one, and not by our feeders down here in Southern Illinois.

Bethany Carson said...

Love your second photo especially. I don't think we have catbirds here in Iowa, but I have been seeing hummingbirds. It's a beautiful time of year.

Екатерина Балагурова said...

Little, cute and curious =)

Jenn Jilks said...

No feeders up, but they do visit the lilac bushes every year. Except this one! They were here in June, 2016, last I reckon. Happy to see yours!!!

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

Grape jelly -- that's wonderful. First saw them in Florida -- had read about but never seen or heard and could hardly believe that call! Terrific capture.

Unknown said...

I don't think I've ever seen or heard one of these, Debbie.
He sure is a little cutie, and I'd love to hear the "meow" sounds they make.
Have a wonderful weekend!
xo.

Sally said...

Your photos are always AMAZING! :)

xoxo

Brian King said...

Awesome! I rarely see them around here, but will catch a glimpse of one from time to time. Beautiful photos!

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