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Baby Swallows

Posted on May 26, 2012 by Mardi

The swallows have arrived in our mountain enclave and are madly diving into likely nesting places. A favorite spot for many years has been a box under the roof in a corner of our porch. It will be awhile before … Continue reading →

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Great Horned Owl

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Mardi

The Great Horned Owl is a huge bird that seems to look right through you with its big, yellow eyes.  It is native to the Americas and has a vast range including the region in which I live.  The “horns” … Continue reading →

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Birdhouse under Snow

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Mardi

This birdhouse was built for purple martins, which is a variety of swallow.  They like lots of open space for nesting, but since the house was built the trees have grown tall.  In addition, I find that purple martins don’t … Continue reading →

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Mountain Chickadees

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Mardi

Mountain Chickadees in the Yard We always have the energetic Mountain Chickadees in our yard and at our feeder.  I snapped this photo in the evening as the sun was getting low.  Last meal of the day for the brood … Continue reading →

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