The Oregon winter season is still new to me. In Utah, my dad ran two tanks of gas out of his snow blower last week. But here in Oregon this past Saturday we had balmy temperatures in the mid 50's so I spent some time on my balcony soaking in the sun and observing the birds that never migrated away this winter. The hummingbirds and goldfinches are a constant presence at our feeders.
We see a wide assortment of goldfinches in our yard. They seem to be brightening up compared to the more drab plumage we saw through the Fall season.
We've seen up to fifteen finches hanging from our thistle sock at a time.
Incoming!
One of many hummingbirds that enjoy our backyard
I often hear the distinctive chirp of a hummingbird accosting me unseen from high branches around the borders of the yard; broadcasting that, while others (particularly the humans that fill the feeder) may make short visits, all should be aware that this yard has already been claimed!
Dive! Dive! Dive!
The previous owner of our home saw this pic and said this is the Pepping Happy Valley Hummer. I think this is the cheeky little fellow that chirps at us any time we trespass in his backyard.
I love this Oregon skyline
