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Showing posts with label #bird birdwatcher birding birder. Show all posts

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Watercolor Wren Bird in Vineyard

I saw my first Wren last summer and was immediately mesmerized by its song.  It was living in a birdhouse placed in the park and it flew from the house to the shrubs and sang. 

 All About Birds by Cornell University is my go to for all things bird and they call it a pinnacle of song complexity,a rapid series of tumbling and trilling notes. This little wren was very joyful that morning and I could have stayed for hours listening as it flew from shrub to shrub. 

 One particularly adorable fact is that the male Pacific Wren builds multiple nests then leads his lady love to each so she can choose the one she wants. 

 The area where I live has many vineyards and apparently they love the shade and available water in these places that's why this little watercolor painting shows this one in a vineyard. Hopefully this link works so you can hear their beautiful song.

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Blue Jay Bird Personality: Quick Brave & Full of Color

Does this birds personality match yours or someone you love and/or need a gift for?

 Bold, noisy, and unapologetically confident—the blue jay matches people who refuse to blend into the background.

 


If you like to stand up for your loved ones, voice your opinions loudly, and add a splash of color to everyday life, you’re a jay in disguise.




 They’re protective, playful, and full of personality, just like those who embrace their inner spark.



Friday, September 12, 2025

Chickadee: The Cheerful Companion


Here's another post about which bird matches your personality.  

If chickadees make your heart sing, you’re likely warm, curious, and a little mischievous. Chickadees are known for their boldness despite their size—they’ll investigate anything and aren’t afraid to speak up. You’re the friend who always brings snacks, a good story, and a contagious laugh.





Chickadees are friendly and inquisitive. If you're sociable, curious, and bring warmth to those around you, the chickadee reflects your approachable and lighthearted demeanor.



When I lived near a forest trail, winter walks became a quiet ritual. The northern woods in those months were hushed, as if the whole world had curled into sleep. No rustle of squirrels, no flutter of wings—just the crunch of snow beneath my boots. Yet one companion never failed to appear: the Chickadee. Bright-eyed and full of energy, they seemed to relish my presence, darting from branch to branch as if to say, “I’ll walk with you.” Their cheerful “chick-a-dee-dee” call echoed through the frosted trees, a gentle reminder that even in the stillness of winter, life continues.

Now that I live farther south, where Chickadees are a rarer sight, I catch myself listening for that familiar song, hoping for a glimpse of those tiny winter companions. 

The Chickadee personality—quiet but observant, happy with simple company, and always carrying a spark of cheer even in the coldest seasons.