I know their call...
Two whistled notes, the first higher then the second,
to my ear, it sounds like "feed me"...and feed them I do!!
It is the Black Capped Chickadee
They visit year round and are the friendliest bird that comes to the feeders.
They rarely fly away when I sit and watch them...
they pose beautifully for the camera...
and rarely allow a branch to come between them and my lens.
They sing for treats...
and take off slowly, to allow for a picture.
They are just the sweetest little birds, dressed for winter...
don't you just love their jet black caps?
Images taken on February 17, 2014
I do love their jet black caps! Very "downton abbey" of them! I really like the singing one! Such a treat!
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ReplyDeleteI love those shots and then that one you caught in mid flight. Lovely.
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ReplyDeletestinking adorable little pips! :)
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful little birds. I see then at my mother's home all the time. Gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteAWE! I'm very fond of black-capped chickadees too!
ReplyDeleteThey are just the cutest, sweetest little birds! Great captures of them!
ReplyDeleteThey really are precious! I love the spread wings. Maybe they're calling "DEB-bie." :-)
ReplyDeleteI really like those black-capped chickadees Debbie!!They are adorable!! Gorgeous pictures as always!!Great captures!Wish you a happy new week!
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Dear Debbie,
ReplyDeleteI really find joy in the
simplicity of your posts.
I am sorry to not have visited you
last week, as I was away.
I am inviting you to be a part of the team of contributors a the new home making blog which will be launched on Monday, March 3rd, 2014 over at She's Classic. If you are interested, please email me, so that I may give you more details. You will find my email at my blog.
Blessings :-)
Dear Debbie,
ReplyDeleteI really find joy in the
simplicity of your posts.
I am sorry to not have visited you
last week, as I was away.
I am inviting you to be a part of the team of contributors a the new home making blog which will be launched on Monday, March 3rd, 2014 over at She's Classic. If you are interested, please email me, so that I may give you more details. You will find my email at my blog.
Blessings :-)
Beautiful little birds. They look like my great tit but my birds have yellow bellies. These birds like to pose.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures :) Greetings :)
They are gorgeous little birds! I am wanting to see a bird, just any bird that will give me a sign that spring is coming.
ReplyDeleteI love the way they bob through the air when they are flying. Great photos.
ReplyDeleteAdorable shots of your Black-capped Chickadee. They have you trained well..feed me! HAHA!
ReplyDeleteHave a great evening!
Awesome shots, Debbie! I love the second to last! We have the Carolina version, but they might as well be one in the same.
ReplyDeleteOh what a beautiful bird; I love their jet black capes. As I think about it; I miss the sound of birds singing. I haven't seen many around here. I hope to see more in the spring because you have helped me want to look a little closer to the birds and other of our feathered creatures. We really enjoyed watching the sweet little birds that made a nest in our tree last year. I did get some pictures and posted on them. Your pictures are magnificent.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and hugs!
Their wingspan is simply breathtaking - like a handmade Asian fan!
ReplyDeleteYes! I do love them! We had disease go through here years ago that wiped out our Chickadee population, but they are slowly recovering. I'm glad because I love them so!
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures...adorable birdie!
ReplyDeleteHe looks so cute and hungry. I am sure a little confused by the cold again.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures of my very favourite bird.
ReplyDeletethanks, for making my day & showing me more of my favorite birdie. i love chick-a-dees ... such great birds. ( :
ReplyDeletethank you for your sweet comment yesterday. you really know how to make a person feel loved. big big hugs for that. enjoy your week. hope it will be a warm one. they are calling for more snow here. we will see??!?
sorry i am late today on commenting ... i took yesterday off to be with the hubby. so i am catching up this AM.
Did you clean your windows recently? I need to do mine. Great shots of one of my favorite birds. :)
ReplyDeleteThey are beautifully ubiquitous!
ReplyDelete(ツ) from Cottage Country Ontario , ON, Canada!
Thank you for bringing the birdies to my living room and into my life...you've been so kind and your photos always capture my attention.
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Kelly
We just learned about these in bird class last night. They are friendly little critters and cute as can be. Love your shots; so crisp!
ReplyDeleteI love chickadees and, in fact, they are the State Bird of Massachusetts. They don't seem to mind being around people. I guess they know that they are just so adorable who would want to hurt them. Great pics!!
ReplyDeletePrecious photos. The second I love Debbie.tiene some great details.
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I do love chickadees and you've captured this one beautifully.
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