Keep an Eye on those Bird Feeders

Each of us probably has our own personal "open space" - a backyard, a common area or vacant lot near our home.  Birdfeeders can provide many opportunities to view colorful as well as common songbirds.  With the forecast calling for cold and snow, now is a good time to keep those feeders full and to keep a watchful eye on those that visit.

This morning, I spied this bird on our suet feeder - an American Tree Sparrow, according to the Peterson Field Guide, "Birds of Eastern and Central North America."  Note the dark spot on its breast and the two white wing bars - all identifying characteristics of this species.

While this species spends its winters throughout southern Canada to central U.S., it spends summers in Alaska or northern Canada.

Happy New Year to all!