Photography of Birds – Set # 17 | H.J. Ruiz

Although the sun shined, the temperatures were kind of low for this time of the year. However, birds have been returning from their migrations, such as this little American Goldfinch. He is young and not so comfortable with the weather we are having now.

Northern Mockingbird

The Northern Mockingbirds are always in good shape and ready to rumble (You’re more than ready for any kind of action) I know…Some people do not like them because they are very possesive and bully. However, they do not tell you about all the good things they do for the birds. Many times they give their own lives defending other birds from predators. I’ve seen enough instances to be convinced, these birds are heros. Pain in the a** but heros. (So it was General Patton!)

12 thoughts on “Photography of Birds – Set # 17”

shoreacres on April 7, 2020 at 8:45 am said:

I started adding dried mealworms to my platform feeders, and voila! The mockingbirds appeared.

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- H.J. for avian101 on April 7, 2020 at 4:24 pm said:
  
  I don’t even have to get any mealworms, my mockingbirds wait for me to refill feeders so they can take the peanuts first. That’s the routine, every morning. Thanks, Linda. 🙂
  
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Jet Eliot on April 7, 2020 at 9:34 am said:

Always a joy to see both these birds, HJ. I like this photo and description of the American Goldfinch, he does indeed look cold and reluctant. As for the northern mockingbird, they are a remarkable bird, with their extensive repertoire of mimics and songs, and a very intelligent species, as well. Great post, thank you.

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- H.J. for avian101 on April 7, 2020 at 4:31 pm said:
  
  It feels good to hear positive comments about the mockingbirds, most people think that they are mean or too aggressive. Thank you, my friend. 🙂
  
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de Wets Wild on April 7, 2020 at 9:51 am said:

The Mockingbird’s stance tells you everything you need to know about their personality!

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- H.J. for avian101 on April 7, 2020 at 4:40 pm said:
  
  The males are very territorial and have the belief that everyone within belongs to them! But, they are not bad at all. I like them. Thanks, D. 🙂
  
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Indira on April 7, 2020 at 12:03 pm said:

May be locals, nonetheless exotic!!

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- H.J. for avian101 on April 7, 2020 at 4:47 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Indira. 🙂
  
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bayphotosbydonna on April 8, 2020 at 10:19 am said:

Two wonderful birds, HJ! I love the hundreds of songs of the Mockingbird, Beautiful! 🙂

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- H.J. for avian101 on April 8, 2020 at 8:36 pm said:
  
  You’re right, Donna. Thank you. 🙂
  
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Sharifah on April 11, 2020 at 3:41 pm said:

Great pics and great words, HJ. I love the mockingbirds. Like their personality and their serenades bring on a smile. 🙂

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- H.J. for avian101 on April 11, 2020 at 4:34 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much, Sharifah. 🙂
  
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