Saturday, October 8, 2022

Saturday's Critters # 460

Welcome to Saturday's Critters!

Hello and happy Saturday!

 If you love all God's creatures like I do and also like to blog about them and take critter photos this is where you can share your critter post. Link up your post and share your critters, join in with my critter party ! You can share any kind of critters the real ones, pretend ones, statues and paintings, a new or old post!


1. Sept 10th, a Downy Woodpecker comes to our deck for a peanut. 




Sorry some of these birds and images look familiar but they are taken later in the month of September. 


2. Sept 10th, can you find 2 Cape May Warblers in the photo below, at one is somewhat hidden. 





3. Sept 10th, below are the female and male Cape May Warblers, they been in our yard and eating these berries for a few days. 






4. Sept 12th, the Northern Cardinals love the berries too. 





5. Sept 13th, the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are getting ready for their trip south.  







6. Sept 13th, hubby and I walked almost 3 miles on the NCR bike trail in Parkton. We had a great sighting of the Belted Kingfisher and there were some Red-eyed Vireos and other unknown warblers. 





7. Sept 13th, a larger look at the Belted Kingfisher. 




8. Sept 14th , hubby and I took our morning walk to the lake. We heard more birds than I was able to see and photograph. On the lake we saw one Double-crested Cormorant and the usual Belted Kingfisher.  




9. Sept 15th, some of my backyard birds. I am not seeing the usual variety of warblers I have seen in the past.  The most common warblers this year have been the Cape May Warbler and the Tennessee Warbler. I saw at least 10 or more Cape May Warblers on the berries, included are the more colorful male, the female and some of the juveniles. 



10. Sept 18th, other birds like these berries too I have seen the Mockingbird and the Downy Woodpecker eating the berries too.  





Thank you for sharing your critters and post!

Thanks to all my visitors and for your past and present comments. Stop back to see any replies to your comments. I appreciate everyone who loves and respects wildlife. Thank you for linking up a critter post.



Here is my linky:


I am also linking up to Anni's blog party found here I'd Rather B Birding  Anni always has some beautiful birds to be seen on her blog. Also  Heidrun's Mosaic Monday  check them both  out!

109 comments:

Mae Travels said...

Every bird photo captures a very lovely character in the birds -- I love the kingfisher.

Thanks for hosting.

best... mae at maefood.blogspot.com

William Kendall said...

That woodpecker really stands out.

Angie's Recipes said...

What beautiful birds! The Northern Cardinal looks really gorgeous. Have a great weekend, Eileen.

Marit said...

Hello Eileen,
I'm so happy to see the hummingbirds. They look so tiny. The Beltet Kingfisher is so beautiful. Lovely photos.
Take care, and have a great weekend!

orchid0324 said...

Dearest Eileen; What Gorgeous line-up of sweet birdies♬  Ruby-throated Hummingbirds Belted Kingfisher & others, wish to hear Mockingbird singing; Lots of Love Miyako

Margaret Birding For Pleasure said...

There are certainly a lot of berries for the birds to eat Eileen. Love the Belted Kingfisher adn that first shot is very good. hanks for hosting and commenting . I hope you have a wonderful safe weekend.

Cloudia said...

This was fun Eileen. Thanks. I like the Cape May warblers

Irma said...

Hello Eileen,
Great photo and collages these are.
I really like the Downy Woodpecker, the Northern Cardinals, the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds and the Belted Kingfisher.
Would you mind posting my link if you can.??
I wish you a very good weekend.
Greetings Irma

Yamini MacLean said...

Hari OM
Again a joy - but today, I vote the kingfisher my fave! YAM xx

David M. Gascoigne, said...

Thanks for the image of Northern Mockingbird, Eileen. It is still quite uncommon here, although more likely to be found than in the past. I will be leading a full day's outing this morning and covering an area where it is know to breed, so fingers crossed!

roentare said...

Love the kingfisher the best!

chica said...

Tão lindos cada um dos mosaicos e fotos ,mostrando a natureza visitada por ti!
Adorei!
Lindo fim de semana!
beijos, chica

Sandi said...

The kingfisher looks delightfully awkward. I want to give him a hug.

Jenn Jilks said...

So happy to visit you! Thanks for hosting. My fave is the Kingfisher. All I have seen is one zipping by and I'm just not fast enough! Have a great one.

italiafinlandia said...

Hello, thanks for sharing lovely images of places and critters. The Belted Kingfisher attracts me so much.
Wishing you a good weekend with long walks! :)

Melbourne Australia Photos said...

Lovely shots, Eileen! Thank you for hosting and have a great new week.

Nancy Chan said...

Love the view of the lake and beautiful shots of the birds. Enjoy your weekend.

Rainbow Evening said...

Belted Kingfisher looks lonely....
excellent capture

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Mae! I got lucky with that Kingfisher and photo.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you William!
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Angie, your visits are appreciated.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Marit!
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Hello Miyako,
Thank you for the comment and visit.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Margaret! We still have some berries left, they may make the birds tipsy now.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Cloudia, I always appreciate your linking up and your comments.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Irma!
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you YAM!
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you David! Lately the Mockingbird have been in my yard, making lots of noise.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

Tom said...

...I can't remember that last time that I saw a Belted Kingfisher. Thanks for sharing and hosting, Eileen.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Roentare. I appreciate your visit and comment.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Chica!
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Hello Sandi!
Thank you for the comment and visit.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jenn! The kingfisher is my favorite too.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Luisella! Your links and comments are always appreciated.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Nick!
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Nancy!
Take care, have a happy weekend.

Bill said...

Love the woodpecker, it's a beaut. Enjoy your weekend and thanks for hosting,

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for the link and comment! Take care, enjoy your weekend!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Tom! I am lucky to either see or hear the Kingfisher in my area. Have a great weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Bill! I appreciate the link and comment. I love all the woodpeckers too. Have a great weekend.

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

I love that kingfisher! They are a rare sighting for us! Enjoy your weekend!

Sondra said...

nice to have these great birds so close..my hummers are gone already...the cold weather drove them out... have a good weekend.

Veronica Lee said...

Such beautiful birds, Eileen.
I especially love the cardinals. 🐦
You don't see them in my corner of the world.

Marie Smith said...

I watched kingfishers along the boardwalk this summer. Amazing creatures. I love the warblers you featured. I haven’t seen many warblers in my birding to date. I find it hard to photograph birds in the trees. They dart around so much. You did a great job!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Diane! Usually the Kigfsihers are really shy, they take off as soon as they see us.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Sondra! I hope you are seeing some winter birds now.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Veronica! I appreciate the link and comment.
Take care, have a happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Marie! I got lucky with that Kingfisher, usually they fly off when they see me. Have a great weekend.

Barbara Rogers said...

Wonderful critters...birds this time! Kingfishers are so bright and fly so fast! Good to catch him several times!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Barbara. I appreciate your visit and comment. Have a great weekend.

Inger said...

You have so many berries, the birds must love your yard.

eileeninmd said...

Thanks Inger! Yes, the birds are loving these berries. Take care, have a great weekend.

Breathtaking said...

Hello Eileen :=)

Wonderful images of the Belted Kingfisher and beautiful views of the lake and cormorant. I counted five different birds eating the berries in your garden. It must be great to see them from your window, and also the lovely Hummingbirds.
Thank you for a most enjoyable post, and as always thank you for hosting.
I will have some birds to share next week. :=)

Lea said...

Those berries sure do attract the birds!
Great photo of the Kingfisher!
Have a blessed day!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Sonjia! I am glad that the bird enjoy eating these berries, it gives me joy to see them in my yard.
Take care, enjoy your day and have a happy new week!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Lea! The birds are enjoying the berries. Have a great weekend!

carol l mckenna said...

Lovely series of nature's gems and wonderful presentation ~ Xo

Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days ~
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)

DeniseinVA said...

A wonderful selection again. No sorry's needed Eileen as I enjoy each and every photo you share, and never get bored. I've learned a lot by looking at your photos, and even if there were any repeats I always need a refresher course. Thank you and have a wonderful weekend :)

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Carol! Have a great day and happy weekend!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Denise, I appreciate the comment. Have a happy weekend!

RedPat said...

I always love seeing your birds. Love that Kingfisher. Thanks for hosting us Eileen.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you RedPat! I appreciate your link and comment, always! Have a happy weekend.

21 Wits said...

Good morning Eileen it's great to be off this weekend and enjoy what has to be probably the best weekend around here for fall colors, and feeling the warmth of 68 degrees. We had frost last night though, so it's going to be a day of wilted things about too, but hey it's that time of year. Repeat birds, doesn't matter, they are a gift always happy to see over and over. Enjoy your weekend too. Take care.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Karen, for the link and the comment. I hope you enjoy your weekend off. Take care, have a great weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thanks Linda! The Titmouse has a crest and a little bit of a rust colored belly. Have a happy weekend.

EricaSta said...

Good evening, Eileen! Yes, I`m again on the "great PC" ... the only way to write comments.

Wow, what wonderful captures here. I love the birds around your nature. Especially the Northern Cardinals and of course the woodpecker.

Thank you for hosting. Have a wonderful weekend.
Greetings by Heidrun

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Heidrun! I appreciate your link and comment. I am happy to see you are able to continue as the new host of Mosaic Monday. Have a great weekend!

HappyK said...

You always have such a nice collection of photos. Thanks!!!

eileeninmd said...

Thanks Karen! Hope your weekend is great!

Andree said...

What an abundance of birds you have! I live in the woods and don't see that many. I hear them but they are invisible! So thank you for sharing these.

Teresa said...

Todo maravilloso. Un abrazo. Te escribí otro anterior comentario y no está.

Lowcarb team member said...

Hello Eileen,
Many thanks for a lovely selection of photographs.
I especially liked seeing the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds.

Enjoy your weekend.

All the best Jan

~Kim at Golden Pines~ said...

As always, a fun post with great photos of what you're seeing in your corner of the world. I've never seen a warbler, but did see that on the "Blue Ridge Wildlife Center" facebook page they just released a Hooded Warbler that made a quick recovery after a window strike and is hopefully back on its migration journey.

I hope you're doing well - Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

rupam sarma said...

So beautiful photos, Thanks a lot for hosting :) Greetings

Jeanie said...

That downy has an awfully cute pose! Lovely nature shots as always, Eileen. Happy weekend and new week!

Linda said...

Nice shots! You are better at birdwatching than I am.

Anni said...

The downy & kingfisher are my favorites today Eileen!
Thank you so much for this post and linking in!!

Francisco Manuel Carrajola Oliveira said...

Gostei de ver estas belas fotografias.
Um abraço e bom Domingo.

Andarilhar
Dedais de Francisco e Idalisa
Livros-Autografados

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Andree! I love next to the woods and lake, there are lots of birds around here. Take care, enjoy your day, have a great new week ahead.

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eileeninmd said...

Thank you Kim! I am happy that the Hooded Warbler made a recovery! Take care, enjoy your day, have a great new week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for the link and comment. Take care, enjoy your day, have a great new week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jeanie! The Downy is a cute woodpecker! Take care, enjoy your day, have a great new week ahead.

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Marco Luijken said...

Hello Eileen,
Very nice pictures. What a wonderful places.
And nice to see all these birds. That king fisher is very nice.

Many greetings,
Marco

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Marco, I appreciate the comment. Take care, enjoy your day, have a great new week!

Crafty Green Poet said...

Lovely photos and yes i can see two Cape May Warblers in that photo! Sorry you're not seeing the usual variety of warblers this year!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Juliet! Have a great new week!

Yogi♪♪♪ said...

Those downy woodpeckers are such comical looking birds. I love all your warblers, and the hummingbirds.
Thank you for hosting!!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Alan, I love watching all the birds. Take care, enjoy your day, have a great new week!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for the comment and visit. Take care, enjoy your day, have a great new week!

MadSnapper said...

precious cardinal, love the kingfisher

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Sandra! Hope you have a great new week ahead.

Anonymous said...

Every bird's photography perfectly depicts the bird's endearing personality. This woodpecker sticks out from the others.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for the comment and visit. Take care, enjoy your day!

handmade by amalia said...

I adore the red cardinal, such a cheerful bird.
Amalia
xo

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Amalia! The cardinal is a beautiful bird. Take care, enjoy your day!

Laura. M said...

Preciosas imágenes de la catarata. Me encanta. Gracias
Buen jueves Eileen.
Un abrazo.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Laura! The waterfalls are a beautiful sight! Take care, enjoy your day!

Tanza Erlambang said...

beautiful lake... must be enjoy walking around there

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Tanza! Have a great day and a happy weekend.

bread&salt said...

Beautiful bird photos! Especially kingfisher looks great and very diffetent. Thanks. Greetings.

eileeninmd said...

Thanks so much for the visit and comment. Have a great new week ahead.

Ana Freire said...

Sempre um prazer imenso, acompanhar os seus caminhos, Eileen!
As imagens estão fascinantes! Beijinhos! Feliz fim de semana!
Ana

Jenny Woolf said...

WHat a great walk you had! I am so bad at spotting birds. Kingfishers are seen in Britain too but I just don't spot them, I've never seen one in the wild, and I have certainly walked along enough rivers! still, I do enjoy other things which maybe stay a little more still than birds do :) To get back to Kingfishers, their shape appeals to me, I like that big head and the tiny little body. I guess those are the body proportions of infants, so would tend to look cute! I hope you can enjoy more rambles before the winter closes in.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Ana! I appreciate your visit and comment. Have a happy weekend!

eileeninmd said...

Hello Jenny,
The Kingfisher is a cute bird, I am always happy to find one sitting still for a photo. Take care, have a great weekend!

Happy Monday!

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