I came home early from work today to check on Whoopie, who's been seriously ill since Saturday. I took her out in her bed and let her watch while I pruned roses and trimmed some of the larger plants.
Just as I was finishing up with the mowing, a little bird came to visit. It flitted from bench, to rose bush, to fence, almost posing for the photograph.
I found a website put up by a fantastic photographer in San Diego. He has gorgeous photos of San Diego birds.
According to his site, this bird is called a Black Phoebe.
I hope to be able to take such great photos in the future.
Here it is, taking a direct look at the camera.
Our yard is small but full, a natural draw to a lot of wildlife. Animals clearly respond to each other. The dog's ears followed the sounds of the chirping birds, while this bird watched and responded to my every move.
Birds of paradise adorn one section of the yard.
The swimming pool also acts like an alluring watering hole for many different birds, large and small. They don't drink from it, but they seem to enjoy flying over it and perching on the plants, wires, or electricity poles around it. We are very happy to have these winged visitors on a daily basis.
Birds of paradise adorn one section of the yard.
The swimming pool also acts like an alluring watering hole for many different birds, large and small. They don't drink from it, but they seem to enjoy flying over it and perching on the plants, wires, or electricity poles around it. We are very happy to have these winged visitors on a daily basis.
I liked the way this delicate little fellow puffed out its chest so proudly. It enjoyed perching on the rose bushes I had just finished pruning.
A minute later, this sparrow showed up with a companion. Earlier, a peregrine falcon perched above the pool, but the direct sun prevented me from getting a good shot. No worries, that falcon visits every day certain months of the year. I'll get the right opportunity soon.
Traveling together on a Tuesday afternoon.
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