What are your favorite wild bird/birds? any kind. Mine is the owl and hummingbird. Thank you

[debm55]

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[Walleye]

1. Hummingbird of course. Especially now they're very active.

[debm55]

3. Thank you very much, Walleye. I haven;t seen any lately.

[lynintenn]

2. chickadee

[debm55]

4. Thank you very much for sharing, lynntenn

[justaprogressive]

5. Goldfinches

[debm55]

6. Thank you justaprogressive. They sit by my window and eat from the bird feeder. Lovely creatures.

[hlthe2b]

7. Ignoring song birds? Then I'd have to pick Colorado's abundant raptors...

Like my guy, John Denver, whose album cover "Aerie" I posted yesterday, and the song: "Eagle and the Hawk."

If not ignoring song birds, then those wonderful little yellow finches that have made a Colorado comeback after years of near decimation from West Nile Virus infection.

[debm55]

11. Thank you very much for sharing with us. Song birds are fine to include.

[lastlib]

14. I Love that song!!

Love the video, too!

Eagle fanatic here!

[LastDemocratInSC]

8. Hermit thrush or wood thrush.

I love listening to them in the early evening.

[debm55]

12. Thank you very much LastDemocratin SC. Love songbirds.

[anciano]

9. bald eagle

[debm55]

13. Thank you anciano for sharing those majestic birds.

[lastlib]

10. Eagles, of course!

I have numerous pictures and statuettes (ceramic and bronze) of eagles all over my house. Sisters and GF give me eagle-related stuff for Xmas & birthdays. And, of course, I am an Eagle Scout! Years ago, I did volunteer work for an eagle conservancy that rescued & rehabilitated disabled or injured eagles.

[debm55]

15. That you lastlib. Eagles are wonderful. Thank you for work for eagle conservancy. You have a soul of beauty.

[Niagara]

16. I like all wild backyard birds

I have a particular fondness for owls, blue jays and cardinals, orioles and hummingbirds.

I provide food for both the orioles and hummingbirds in my yard.

[debm55]

19. Thank you very much for your choice of birds. Beautiful selection

[markodochartaigh]

17. Maybe tragopans,

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Or Bulwer's wattled pheasant

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[debm55]

21. Thank you very much, markodochartaigh. That is awesome. I watched them twice.

[FuzzyRabbit]

18. Stellars Jay

In the Pacific northwest we call them blue jays.

[debm55]

22. Thank you so much, FuzzyRabbit. Our jays in SW PA have some white on them and are a lighter blue.. Beautiful

[yellowdogintexas]

30. they are pretty but they used to dive bomb my cats, back when I let the cats out. nt

[debm55]

32. Thank you yellowdogintexas. They do that to my dog.

[EYESORE 9001]

20. The catbird

Many birds go by that name, but I’m referring to the one I know - the gray catbird.

[debm55]

23. So sweet. thank you very much for sharing with us.EYESORE 9001

[2MuchNoise]

24. Mockingbird, owl, osprey

[debm55]

25. Thank you very much, 2MuchNoise. Beautiful choises

[Prairie_Seagull]

26. Now let me think.

Fed em (when I shouldn't have) in boot camp a long time ago. Fed em off numerous ships/boats and ashore.

What could it be?

Seagull of course.

[debm55]

27. HAHAHAH. Thank you very much, Prairie_Seagull

[yellowdogintexas]

28. Hummingbirds, definitely and piliated woodpeckers.

I have a newfound fascination with owls after following a neighbor on NextDoor who posts photos of the owl family in his tree. He has an owl box and they nested in it quite comfortably

[CrispyQ]

33. I saw this on FB.

[debm55]

38. Thank you, CrispyQ. Very funny.

[debm55]

39. Thank you very much yellowdogintexas. i have owls in my tree. I always wanted to have an owl box.

[discntnt_irny_srcsm]

29. Red winged blackbird

One often followed me from my car in the parking lot into work many mornings. Air support?

[debm55]

34. That bird is beautiful. thank you for sharing with us, discntnt_irny_srcsm.

[CrispyQ]

31. Silly you. Birds aren't real, Deb.

https://birdsarentreal.com/

A few facts from their FAQ page.

https://birdsarentreal.com/pages/faq

What do you mean ‘Birds Aren’t Real’?

The term “Birds Aren’t Real” refers to biological “Birds” no longer existing on United States soil. After the government forcibly made the entire species extinct in the 20th century, all of these real birds were replaced with surveillance drones designed to look just like Birds. To simplify- Birds no longer exist in the U.S. as a biological lifeform, thus, Birds Aren’t Real!

What is bird poop?

Bird poop was originally thought to be oil discharge from earlier bird drone models. After further research though, this was disproven. Bird poop irregularly falls on vehicles in large amounts. Recent studies show that 87% of Bird Poop in populated areas falls on people’s cars. Why is this? Confidential documents leaked in 2018 revealing that “Bird Poop” is actually a form of liquidated tracking apparatus. If you walk outside and notice some bird poop just “happened” to fall on your car, be aware that you are now being tracked by the United States Government. It is recommended you clean your car exterior regularly to avoid this.

Green herons, to answer your question.

[debm55]

40. That.s strange. Green herons are beautiful. Thank you very much CrispyQ

[Solly Mack]

35. I like all birds, but I am partial to the Tufted Titmouse, the Carolina Wren, and all hummingbirds.

[debm55]

41. Thank you very much,Solly Mack. One year while teaching, a female titmouse had her nest on my window sill. We were able

to watch. as a class, the couple buld the nest., lay the eggs and see the baby birds. It was an experience. Thank you for pulling those memories back.

[TexasBushwhacker]

36. Seeing the first robin of spring always makes me happy

Not that we have brutal winters in Houston often, but when I see the first robin, then I know the bluebonnets aren't far behind.

[debm55]

37. Same here, TexasBushwhacker. Thank you very much for your post.

[CanonRay]

42. Magpies and Crows

So unbelievable smart, and they recognize you.

[debm55]

44. Thank you very much, CanonRay. Yes,,they are both unique. Thank you for sharing

[catbyte]

43. Cardinals for backyard birds and Snowy/Arctic Owls for the unusual.

When I was a kid, we were taking a Sunday drive to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and about 10 miles south of the Mackinac Bridge, along I-75, there were 9 Arctic/Snowy Owls perched on old fence posts along the highway. They were huge and they were stunning.

They looked like this:

[debm55]

46. Wow, you are so lucky. I love Snowy Owls, Beautiful creatures. Thank you catbyte for sharing.

[CanonRay]

45. My favorite bird call is the Northern Flicker

I just associate it with being in the mountains

[debm55]

47. Thank you very much, CanonRay. for sharing with us.

[AllaN01Bear]

48. all of them

[debm55]

49. Thank you very much, AllaN01Bear.

[waterwatcher123]

50. Northern Goshawk

[debm55]

53. Thank you very much, waterwatcher123 for sharing with us.

[RandySF]

51. Any bird of prey.

[debm55]

52. Thank you very much, RandySF. I love watching them soar in the air.

[alfredo]

54. Carolina Chickadee

[debm55]

59. Thank you very much, alfredo. Sweet birds.

[3catwoman3]

55. I love slate-colored juncos, especially their little pale pink beaks.

And nuthatches, chickadees, wild canaries, downy woodpeckers, and cardinals.

I read somewhere that the more birds a person sees, the happier they are. Our backyard is absolutely alive with all of these birds this spring, and several others, and I am quite happy.

[debm55]

60. Thank you 3catwoman3 for your favorites. Around here cardinals are winter birds I have never seen a cardinal in the

spring and summer. And I love them. We have various woodpeckers in my neighborhood. I can sear them but not see them. Yes; birds are very useful and beautiful creatures.

[JMCKUSICK]

56. My favorite wild bird is the Peregrine Falcon

Dives at speeds over 150mph

[debm55]

61. Thank you very much.John, They are fascinating creatures.

[Paladin]

57. Roadrunner, without a doubt. (nt)

[debm55]

63. Oh I wish I could see a roadrunner in real life instead of the cartoon version. Thank you very much, Paladin.

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[Paladin]

67. Grew up with them in south Texas.

Most fearless animal I've ever encountered. If needs be, they can run away from practically any dangerous situation, and if things get critical, they simply fly off. They have no fear of poisonous snakes---hell, they dine on them. Impressive birds, for sure.

[doc03]

58. Crows and eagles nt

[debm55]

64. Thank you doc03, We have both around SW PA. I love to watch them fly.

[beemerphill]

62. Big Old Blue Jays

It is kind of a shame that most people don't like them. I've got no reason for liking them, I just do.

[debm55]

65. Thank you beemerphill. I think they can be a bit of a pain noise wise for some people. I don't know. Love their

coloring.

[PufPuf23]

66. Pileated woodpecker. nt

[debm55]

68. Thank you very much PufPuf23

[electric_blue68]

69. Off hand: hummers (like little jewels), small owls (so cute), quetzels (gorgeous color & feathers), and...

Macaws the big coloful parrots.
There's the scarlot (mainly w some other colors) the hyacinth (blue w some yellow), a ?nearly all green one.

The s a w h e t (dern auto correct "satchet" 😬😄 ) owl is one of the smallest. Squee!

[debm55]

70. Thank you very much, electric_blue68. Your three selections are all wonderful. and unique. Thank you for posting your

favorites.

[red dog 1]

71. Hummingbirds

[debm55]

72. Thank you very much red dog1. what a wonderfful video. Thank you for sharing.

[ProfessorGAC]

73. Hawks

Watching them soar & ride the updrafts is awesome.
I watched a couple on the golf course one day.
They flew the length of 2 holes (probably a half mile), turned around, did the sane in the other direction.
They each flapped their wings ONCE!
Awesome sight.

[debm55]

74. Yes, it does sound awesome to watch. thank you for sharing that majestic flight.ProfessorGAC

[debm55]

81. hahahahahahah. Enjoy. wyn borkins.

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[debm55]

84. I will edit my post. I am very sorry.

[debm55]

89. Thank you very much wyn. I will always be your friend to. I didn't want to hurt you.

[Squeaky41]

76. Grew up in Maine

Summer nights were broken by "Whip Poor Will" calls.

Love clucking robins looking for worms, too.

Retired in CA foothills. Bird feeder can be emptied in a day.

Many noisy arguments.

[debm55]

85. Thank you very much, Squeaky41. Enjoy your retirement listening to the birds sweet songs.

[sinkingfeeling]

77. Toucans and Cockatoos.

[debm55]

86. Beautiful birds. Thank you very much for sharing with us, sinkingfeeling.

[TommieMommy]

78. Red head woodpecker, cardinals, blue jays, doves and we also get crows.

My cat and I watch them at the backyard bird feeder. Also the little finches are cute. I love nature 💙

[debm55]

88. Great selection of birds. TommieMommy. All unique and beautiful in their own way.

[Wuddles440]

79. Co-favs: Owls and Woodpeckers...

but hummingbirds and doves are close seconds.

[debm55]

91. What a wonderful choice of birds. Thank you very much Wuddles440 for sharing with us.

[Littlered]

80. That's a tough one.

If you would have told me 20 years ago I would become a birder. I would have called you crazy, but here I am. Managing 6 or more feeding stations. My favorite bird(s) change with the seasons. Presently purple martins are my favorite. Or perhaps humming birds, can’t forget the eastern bluebirds, or the orioles, maybe red wing blackbirds that nest in our cattails? See where I’m going here, lol.

Unfortunately we only have two mating pairs of martins this year because we also have a mating pair of red shoulder hawks. And they have grown fond of using the Martin house as their perch. If I could post a picture. I would post a pic (or 10 ) of our latest pets, a pair of wild turkeys.

Okay I’ll stop now because I truly love birds.

Hey look what I just learned to do……

[debm55]

92. We have wild turkeys around here also. That must be the male. the female turkeys are not as colorful. Thank you for

sharing and for your love of birds. Littlered

[lark]

83. Woodpeckers and of course hummingbirds.

I live in an old growth oak forest so the woodpeckers are very abundant. We always plant lots of flowers for polinators and hummingbirds.

[debm55]

90. Thank you very much, lark. Thank you for sharing the birds that you love.