Saturday, May 10, 2025

Saturday's Critters # 595

 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!


Wishing all Moms, a very Happy Mother's Day. That includes all the moms of furbabies too. Have a wonderful day!

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1. March 20th, I am sharing a mosaic of my back yard birds, the Eastern Bluebird couple, a first sighting of the season for the Chipping Sparrow and our visiting Peacock on top of our swing.





2. I am not sure if my Bluebirds like the Peacock sitting so close to their birdhouse. 




3. This was my first Chipping Sparrow sighting of the season .




4. The neighborhood Peacock likes to sit on top of the swing. Maybe it feels safe there. 





5. March 20th, our walk on the local NCR bike trail with Miney, I was able to get a nice photo of the Eastern Phoebe, a Great Blue Heron was spooked and flew down the stream. 





6. At this time in late March I was hearing more of the Eastern Phoebe, sometimes I hear them before I actually see them. They like to hang around the streams. 




7. A walk with Miney on another section of the NCR bike trail in Bentley Springs, Parkton Md.






8. Another Florida Flashback April 2015, photo taken at Biolab Rd Merritt Island NWR. A large group of White Pelicans, Roseate Spoonbills, Egrets and White Ibis.




Another Florida flashback from 2015, there is a spot near the Merritt Island NWR where the Manatees are known to hang out is called the Haulover Canal. 





I am linking up to Heidrun's Mosaic Monday  I hope you can stop by and visit Heidrun and check out the Mosaic Monday 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.




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122 comments:

Linda's Relaxing Lair said...

Hi Eileen, your photos and posts are always a joy 😊 to see. I think the peacock 🦚 may be viewed as a threat to the smaller birds. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️ Happy Mothers Day to you.

Shiju Sugunan said...

Happy Mother's Day! What a treat to see such beautiful birds in your backyard. The peacock is quite a sight!

roentare said...

Among the shots, Eastern Phoebe looks so petite and cute

EricaSta said...

Good Morning, another wonderful day! Yes, now in Spring the nature shows a colourful dress.
And your walk with sweet Minnie gives more of your fantastisc nature around. I enjoyed walking with you along, dear Eileen.
Thank you for sharing and for hosting. Have a good week.
Greetings by Heidrun

Cloudia said...

Miney!!

DeniseinVA said...

How amazing to see those manatees so clearly. The ones I saw were under water and it was difficult to make them out with the glare. Delightful photos of all your wildlife Eileen, and Miney :) Have a great weekend and thank you for all you do.

italiafinlandia said...

Thanks for sharing this series of cute critters.
The Bluebirds are the sweetest.
Happy Mother's day weekend!

Marit said...

Hello Eileen,
I love to see the Eastern Bluebirds. They are so pretty. Your new header is very beautiful. I love spring. Take care, and enjoy your weekend!

Iris Flavia said...

Wonderful banner!!! To Spring!
Oh, Happy Mother´s Day to you. Does it also go for those with complicated hubbies? ;-)
Beautiful birds. And the Peacock! Why the name btw? "Pea"?
Have a wonderful day, We might get warm weather!

Margaret Birding For Pleasure said...

What a wonderful full post Eileen. Love the blue birds and that Peacock is so beautiful Thanks for hosting and commenting. HAve a lovely week ahead

Irma said...

Hello Eileen,
This is a beautiful series of photos.
I really like the pair of Eastern Bluethroats, they do not occur in the Netherlands.
There are so many white pelicans, red spoonbills, egrets and white ibises there, I have never seen so many together.
How wonderful that you can walk so well with Miney.
I wish you a nice weekend.
Greetings Irma

rupam sarma said...

So beautiful birds, Great clicks. Peacock looks amazing. 8 no pic group of birds awesome. Have a nice weekend.

Yamini MacLean said...

Hari OM
Oh how wonderful to have seen the Manatees so close - and above water! Your garden offerings have an aura of the magical about them, Eileen...... YAM xx

ZOOLATRY said...

Of course I loved your birds, and seeing Miney. But oh my, what a treat today: as a resident of Merritt Island for 23 years ... it was a delight to once again see our water birds, our manatee ... my files overflow with similar images ... thanks for the walk down memory lane!

Tom said...

...Eileen, the Eastern Blueb ird are my favorites. I rarely see them. Wishing you a Happy Mother's Day.

chica said...

Eileen, adorei todas as fotos: os pássaros, o pavvão, o peixe boi!
Lindo fim de semana e agora estou =de volta apenas com UM blog! beijos, chica

Mae Travels said...

Bluebirds in the garden… what a wonderful omen of happiness!
Have a great week… mae at maefood.blogspot.com

Bill said...

Happy Mother's Day, Eileen. Nice photos of all the critters. Love seeing the Peacock and the manatee and of course Miney. Have a wonderful weekend and thanks for hosting.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Bill, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Linda, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

Angie's Recipes said...

You are really lucky having bluebirds in your yard!!! They are my favourite. Happy Saturday, Eileen!

Jenn Jilks said...

I can see the thought bubbles above the blue birds heads! You are right!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Shiju, for your link and your comment.
The Peacock is a beautiful sight to see.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Roentare, for your link and your comment.
The Phoebe is a sweet bird.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Heidrun, for your link and your comment.
I think Miney enjoys our nature walks.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Cloudia, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Denise, for your link and your comment.
We were lucky to see the Manatees coming out of the water. Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Luisella, for your comment and your visit.
I do love my Bluebirds, they are lovely.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Marit, for your comment and your visit.
Our dogwood tree looked beautiful this years, lots of blooms. Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Iris, for your link and your comment.
Spring is a beautiful time of the year! Enjoy your warm weather. It is chilly here today. Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Margaret, for your link and your comment.
I do love seeing the Bluebirds nesting in my yard and the Peacock is a great visitor. Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Irma, for your link and your comment.
There were so many birds in that spot, I could not fit them all in my photo, it was a wonderful sight to see.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

Linda G said...

A nice collection of pictures. The bluebirds and peacock are my favorites.

Brian's Home Blog said...

So many beautiful critters! That peacock is absolutely beautiful!

Marie Smith said...

I always enjoy the birds you feature and Miney, of course. The manatee is a special treat today!

magiceye said...

Delightful captures!
Have a lovely weekend!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you YAM, for your comment and your visit.
Yes, the Manatee sighting was wonderful.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

Taken For Granted said...

I like your photos of those Bluebirds. I'm always happy to see them.

William Kendall said...

Manatees fascinate me.

Melbourne Australia Photos said...

Beautiful shots, Eileen. I like those little bluebirds out of all! Thabnks fro hosting and have a good new week.

Melbourne Australia Photos said...

PS: Happy Mother's Day! :-)

RedPat said...

I love seeing the Bluebirds and your peacock, Eileen.
Have a wonderful Mother's Day!

John's Island said...

Hi Eileen, Thank you for sharing a great lot of critter photos and for hosting Saturday’s Critters today. I especially love the Bluebirds, the Peacock, and Miney on the trail. 😊 I hope you and your family have a happy Mother’s Day weekend! All the best to you from Seattle! John

Barbara Rogers said...

Love the pink dogwood in your header today! And what a variety you had today! Bluebirds and a peacock near each other, and then 2 manatees! Pet Miney for me!

Red said...

Awesome new header. Very bright and showy.

ellen b. said...

I love all the sweet birds. You got some lovely photos. I wish you a very nice Mother's Day weekend!

Breathtaking said...

Hello Eileen :)
Lovely collection of photos. The Eastern Phoebe, Bluebirds, and Chipping Sparrow are all delightful images. Even when the Peacocks tail in closed, and seen from the back. it is still beautiful.
Nice to see Miney walking the paths with you, and your two Florada flashbacks are stunning captures. I have never seen a Manatee or such a large group of birds. Thank you for hosting Eileen, and have a happy weekend.
All the best
Sonjia.

Debbie said...

the bluebirds are so lovely...and i enjoyed the flashback, what a great picture. have a great weekend and many thanks for hosting!!

carol l mckenna said...

Happy Mother's Day to you ~ Wonderful collage of photos ~ favorites are Miney and the Manatee ~ awesome critters ~

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

Ana Mínguez Corella said...

Hi Eileen.. Very nice pictures ... Have a nice weekend

Mary Kirkland said...

Manatees are so sweet. And peacock's are so pretty. Two of my favorite animals. Loved the pictures.

Michelle said...

I have often wanted a peacock on our farm. They are beautiful. I enjoyed the bird photos. Have a wonderful Mother's Day!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your link and your comment.
The Peacocks are amazing!
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your link and your comment.
Hubby and I love to visit Merritt Island during our visits to Florida.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your link and your comment.
The Bluebirds are one of my many favorites.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Chica, for your comment and your visit.
I am glad you are back with the one blog.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Mae, for your link and your comment.
The bluebirds do make me happy! :)
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Angie, for your comment and your visit.
The Bluebirds are lovely.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jenn, for your comment and your link.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Linda, for your comment and your visit.
I do love my bluebirds.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Brian, for your link and comment.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Marie, for your comment and your visit.
The manatees are cool critters.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your link and comment!
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your link and comment!
The bluebirds make me happy!
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you William, for your comment and your visit.
The manatees are cool critter to see.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Nick, for your link and comment!
The Bluebirds are my favorite.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Nick!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you RedPat, for your link and comment!
I love seeing both the bluebirds and the Peacock in our yard.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you John, for your link and comment.
The Peacock and Bluebirds seemed to be the most popular.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Barb, for your link and comment.
The dogwood tree did look pretty this year.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Red, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Ellen, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Sonjia, for your link and comment.
I do love all my birds! Florida is a great place to go birding.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Debbie, for your link and comment.
I agree the Bluebirds are lovely.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Carol, for your link and comment.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Ana, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Mary, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Michelle, for your comment and your visit.
This Peacock has adopted our neighbors, he strolls around like he owns the place.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

Penelope Notes said...

Wild peacocks are occasional sightings in my neck of the woods, too, and it's always good to see them seemingly unafraid. Happy Mother's Day, Eileen, and thank you for providing this home to fellow nature lovers from around the globe. :)

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Maria, for your link and comment.
I think our Peacock is an escapee from a nearby farm. It is scared of our dog Miney. Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

HappyK said...

I'm amazed that a peacock comes to visit you. :)

Aritha V. said...

Thank you so much for all the nice photos. I love your Peacock picture. So nice.

Lowcarb team member said...

Hello Eileen
Happy Saturday and Happy Mothers Day wishes too.
Lovely to see your bird sightings and a sweet photograph of Miney.

All the best Jan

Alexandra said...

Ha!Ha! By the look on the Bluebirds' faces, I would say they are not happy with where that Peacock is! Also Happy Mother's Day to all those critters that may give birth tomorrow!

Marco Luijken said...

Hello Eileen,
What a nice post with wonderful pictures. Great all these birds.
Shot 6 is very nice.
And very special that last picture. So nice!!

Many greetings,
Marco

21 Wits said...

Hello Eileen and wow love the photo of your Peacock aren't they just a beautiful bird it amazes me every day. Just a bit ago ours gave us his fan dance as we call it. They do love their high places to perch especially this time of year with that long tail of feathers. Can you imagine trying to sit on that. Have a Happy Mother's Day to you tomorrow!

Linda said...

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a manatee. That one looks really cool.

Lydia C. Lee said...

I would lose my mind if I saw a manatee like that!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Karen, for your comment and your visit.
The Peacock is a fun visitor.
Take care, have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Aritha, for your link and comment.
I do love seeing the Peacock in our yard.
Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week!

Veronica Lee said...

Love the Bluebirds and that curious Peacock on the swing. Great shots of the Chipping Sparrow and Phoebe too. Thanks for hosting, and Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and pet moms out there!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Alexandra, for your link and comment.
I hope to see the Bluebird babies soon.
Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jan, for your comment and your visit.
Miney is a sweetie! Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Linda, for your link and comment.
We have seen the Manatees during a few of our Florida trips. They looks like gentle critters.
Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Lydia, for your link and comment.
The manatees are cool, I enjoyed seeing them.
Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Veronica, for your link and comment.
Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week.

Jeanie said...

Nothing to share on my end this week but I do love all you shared on yours. especially the bluebirds. Happiest of Mother's Day to you!

Jim and Barb's Adventures said...

Love all those bluebird pictures!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jeanie, for your comment and your visit.
Happy Mother's Day to you!
Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jim, for your comment and your visit.
The Bluebirds are my favorites too.
Take care, have a wonderful day and a happy week.

Yogi♪♪♪ said...

I'd love to see a manatee in the wild. I love the phoebe, such a delicate looking bird.

Tanza Erlambang said...

great to have the Eastern Phoebe and peacock.... great shots.
# Happy mother day

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Yogi, for your link and comment.
The manatees are cool to see, we found a few spots in Florida where they were easy to see. Take care, enjoy your day and have a great week!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Tanza, I appreciate the comment.
Happy Mother's Day! Take care, enjoy your day and have a great week!

Anna said...

Thank you for stopping by my blog dear Eileen. Your nature and wildlife photos delighted me.
Wishing happy week Anna

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Anna, I appreciate your visit and comment too.
Have a great day and a happy week!

Sharon Wagner said...

OMG! Look at all those white pelicans.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Sharon, for your link and comment.
Have a great day and a happy week!

Hena Tayeb said...

Wow.. great photos.Look at those manatees.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for the comment and visit.
The manatees were fun to see in the wild.
Have a great day!

Life Images by Jill, Western Australia said...

wow - that is a mass of pelicans in one spot. We have pelicans on our estuary, but I have not seen them massed like this. I enjoy seeing your little birds. Have a lovely week and thankyou for visiting my blog this week. And happy Mother's Day!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jill, I appreciate your comment. It was fun seeing the large flock of Pelicans. Happy Thursday! Take care, have a happy day!

Laura. M said...

Estupendas fotos y buenos recuerdos de Florida.
Buen jueves Eileen.
Un abrazo.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Laura, for your visit and comment.
I do have many fond memories from our visits to Florida.
Have a great day and happy week!

Teresa said...

Un precioso reportaje, los pájaros azules me parecen preciosos, todas las aves me gustan y tu perrita también. Un abrazo.

EricaSta said...

Hope you had a nice Mother Day? ...and I thank you for sharing your lovely Post again with

MosaicMonday

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Teresa, for your visit and comment.
I do love my dog too, the birds are always a lovely sight to see. Take care, Happy Friday! Have a great weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Heidrun, for your comment and for hosting Mosaic Monday.
Take care, Happy Friday! Have a great weekend.

Margaret Birding For Pleasure said...

Eileen Great close up shots of the Egret and Heron. Good to see Miney enjoying her walks. Thanks for hosting and commenting. Have a lovely week ahead

baili said...

Omg lots of pretty birds 🥰🤗🥰
Loved looking at them they cherished my heart with joy 🥹🤗♥️
Many thanks for the luxury my friend hugs 🫂

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Margaret for your link and comment.
Have a wonderful day and week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Baili, I appreciate your visit and comment.
The birds bring me joy, I can hear them singing outside my window now. Take care, enjoy your day!

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