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!
Happy Memorial Day weekend! Remember and Honor! Be safe, this holiday weekend!
Another post of mish-mash images and dates, I am still behind sharing.
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1. April 1 in my backyard I was still seeing the Eastern Bluebirds. I hope they were using my birdhouse for their nest. Isn't he beautiful?
2. April 1st, our backyard Daffodils were looking pretty.
3. April 1st, my Merlin app was on while walking Miney on our local fire road. Below are some of the birds I heard on our walk.
4. Miney is great at climbing over the down trees on the trail.
5. April 4th, the Merlin app list of birds heard on our fire road walk at Prettyboy.
6. April 4th, Miney on our walk on the local Prettyboy fire road.
7. My flashback images from May 2019, looking out my window to see 3 Pileated Woodpeckers in my backyard.
From last year, March 2024 the Pileated Woodpecker was pecking away at a tree next to our yard. The male has the extra red stipe on it's cheek.
8. May 2019, flashback to a getaway to Shenandoah National Park, I saw this pretty Indigo Bunting sitting in a tree next to the overlook on Skyline Drive. The Indigo Bunting has a small bill compared to the Grosbeaks.
From May 2023, we see a lot of the Indigo Buntings and Blue Grosbeaks at the Bombay Hook NWR in Delaware. The Blue Grosbeak has a rust color on it's wings and a heavier beak.
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107 comments:
Thank you for posting my favourite bluebirds :-) That blue hawk looks pretty awesome too.
Hi Eileen, it looks like Miney enjoyed this lovely walk and photo shoot as much as I have. Beautiful scenes.
Such a wonderful collection of critter moments! The Eastern Bluebirds and Pileated Woodpeckers are always a delight to see, and those Indigo Buntings are stunning. Love how nature brings so many beautiful surprises—thanks for sharing!
The pleated woodpecker stands out.
I love all the blue colors in the birds you linked. Blue color in birds is very interesting as well as beautiful… here’s a quote from the Smithsonian:
“Red and yellow feathers get their color from actual pigments, called carotenoids, that are in the foods birds eat. Blue is different―no bird species can make blue from pigments. The color blue that we see on a bird is created by the way light waves interact with the feathers and their arrangement of protein molecules, called keratin. In other words, blue is a structural color. Different keratin structures reflect light in subtly different ways to produce different shades of what our eyes perceive as the color blue. A blue feather under ultraviolet light might look uniformly gray to human eyes.”
Thanks for hosting Saturday Critters… mae at maefood.blogspot.com
Hello Eileen,
This is a beautiful series of photos.
I think the eastern bluethroats are beautiful, I recognize the app with the bird sounds.
I also think the indigo bunting and the black woodpecker are very beautiful.
I wish you a good weekend.
Greetings Irma
Good Morning, dear Blogfriend Eileen. After breakfast now reading your Post with great pleasure.
This App, you talk about here, give indeed fascinating details for birds. Never seen before. Thank you for Information.
Of course, I love to see Minnie on walk again this weekend. Give kisses to her.
Thank you for hosting too, wishing a very nice week. Greetings by Heidrun
Dear Eileen, I'll get back to you later!
Traude
Warm regards, Traude
https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2025/05/freundinnen-tag-in-der-klimt-villa-und.html
Hari OM
Colour me a little green at all your blue-painted birds!!! What a super symphony you have gathered on Merlin, too... Have a fab long w/e. YAM xx
Aloha Miney! So many pretty birds. You are blessed. How interesting about the Merlin app!
The Eastern Bluebird is a beauty - as are the Daffodils! Usually Braunschweig has them all over, too, not this year, though, so thank you for the sight!
I never knew... there is an App for anything, huh? Imagine back in the day having a heavy paper-book with you!
I hear a woodpecker in the city sometimes but no matter how long I wait... never see it! It´s in a mini park in the city, that it feels fine there is a miracle to me - can you explain?
Beautiful bird. And LOUD! The Indigo sure reminds me of... you know, the bird I never saw for real, despite it must´ve been right there!
Hope your are doing well. Beautiful birds, Flowers looks lovely. Indigo Bunting looks awesome.
Happy Memorial Day, Have a nice weekend.
Dear Eileen,
The Eastern Bluebird is an absolute jewel — such stunning plumage! π✨ The vivid blue of the Indigo Buntings and Blue Grosbeaks is also a true feast for the eyes — what a joy it must be to spot them! The Pileated Woodpeckers are magnificent birds as well; we sometimes hear woodpeckers tapping in our nearby woods, but they’re such elusive little acrobats that I rarely catch a glimpse. That’s why I love using the Merlin app during walks, too — it’s such a delight to discover which birds are singing nearby, even when they stay hidden among the leaves. πΆπͺΆ
Your daffodils are sunshine in flower form — so bright and uplifting! πΌπ
And please give sweet Miney a gentle pat from me — it was lovely to join you both for a virtual stroll. πΎπ
Wishing you many more wonderful bird sightings, a happy Memorial Day weekend and peaceful spring days!
Warm hugs, Traude π·π¦
https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2025/05/freundinnen-tag-in-der-klimt-villa-und.html
Adorei os narcisos, os pΓ‘ssaros azuis e o picapau! E claro, a Miney sempre alegrando a caminhada e passeios! Lindo feriado e fim de semana! beijos, chica
Hello Eileen,
You have taken so many beautiful pictures. The Eastern Bluebird is very pretty. Miney is always so sweet. I have just started using the Merlin Bird ID app, and it is a great tool for identifying birds.
Take care, and have a nice weekend!
Isn't that app great?! Even if it names the wrong bird, you can get closer to a good ID and look it up. It's really helped me.
Love the birds of blue. I will have to start using that app for bird song id. I certainly can’t always id what I hear!
Our area is starting to become repopulated with bluebirds. I've only seen them a few times, but it feels like a blessed moment anytime I do. The woodpecker is also amazing. If I saw one of these neighbors would hear me shouting for my husband to come and see, and I'd probably scare them, and the beautiful woodpecker away too. We do get beautiful woodpeckers with red heads, but I've never seen a pileated one in the wild.
Thank you Angie, for your comment and your visit.
The Bluebirds are my favorites.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Linda, for your comment and your visit.
We love going on walks with Miney!
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Veronica, for your link and your comment.
Nature is grand, so many treats for the eyes.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you William, for your comment and your visit.
The Pileated Woodpecker is an awesome bird.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Bluebirds, daffodils and Miley! What's not to love?
Thank you Mae, for your link and your comment and the Smithsonian quote. The various shades of blue on the birds is a treat for the eyes. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Irma, for your link and your comment.
I think all the birds are beautiful.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Heidrun, for your link and your comment.
The Merlin App is great, I have learned many new bird sounds. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Traude, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you YAM, for your comment and your visit.
All the birds are a treat for the eyes and the ears.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Cloudia, for your link and your comment.
Miney says Aloha to you!
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Iris, for your link and your comment.
The Bluebirds are beautiful. Some birds like the woodpeckers can blend into the trees, they can be hard to find. Some are very loud, you can help but to hear them.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Traude, for your link and your comment.
The Bluebirds are beautiful, a treat for the eyes.
Miney loves attention and appreciate the pat or a good scratch. I do enjoy using my Merlin App, I have learn a few new bird sounds. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Chica, for your comment and your visit.
Spring is a beautiful time to see all the pretty flowers and the colorful birds. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Marit, for your link and your comment.
The Merlin App is a great tool.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Jenn, for your link and your comment.
Yes, Merlin App is great, I use it often on my walks.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
...the Eastern Bluebirds are a treat for me, I rarely see them! Thanks for hosting the party today and I wish a wonderful Memorial Day weekend.
Thank you Marie, for your comment and your visit.
I think you will enjoy the Merlin App, it does help.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you for your link and your comment.
I am glad the Bluebirds are repopulating your area, they disappeared around here years ago and made a great come back. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Jeanie, for your link and your comment.
Yes, we have lots to love!
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Tom, for your link and your comment.
I am thankful each time I see the pretty Bluebirds.
Take care, have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend.
The Indigo buntings look lovely!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Both blue birds are wonderful, the first one is so perfect it could be artificial. That is so cool about the app, we don't have many birds, only about 3 different calls when we walk with the mocking bird in full voice loudly over and over. they make me laugh
Yes, the Bluebird is charming and so is the Indigo Bunting. Marvellous plumage. Thanks for sharing.
Have a great weekend with Miney!
I love that Indigo Bunting, Eileen. A beautiful set of photos as usual. That App you're using looks neat. Cheers from a cold Melbourne! Thanks for hosting.
You sure have the most amazing birds and beautiful blooms at your place!
Oh you've done red, white, and blue! White on Minie's nose and paws, two kinds of blue birds, and wonderful shots of woodpeckers! Have a great holiday weekend.
Thank you for your link and your comment.
The Indigo Bunting is a beauty!
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Sandra, for your comment and your visit.
The Bluebirds are beautiful, a treat for the eyes.
The Mockingbirds are funny, making all their crazy sounds.
I hope you are all doing well, take care!
Thank you Luisella, for your comment!
Miney is waiting patiently for her walk.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Nick, for your link and your comment.
The Bunting is a beauty!
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Barb, for your link and your comment.
I did not plan on the red, white and blue, but it works out well for this Memorial Day weekend.
Take care, have a wonderful day and happy weekend.
Great images as always from you. The eastern bluebirds are wonderful. I've seen indigo buntings on hikes locally but haven't got a photo yet.
Miney is a great hiker!!
I love the Merlin App. I have it open whenever I'm out where birds are. It has opened up a new world for me being able to figure what birds are there.
Thank you for hosting!!
I love seeing the bluebird, Eileen. I envy all the birds that you see at your place.
You have a blue theme today featuring the blue birds and another blue species.
Thank you Yogi, for your link and your comment.
I have been using the Merlin App on all my walks with Miney. The Bluebirds and the Buntings are beautiful birds.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you RedPat, for your link and your comment.
I do enjoy seeing all my birds.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Red, for your comment and your visit.
The blue birds are a treat to see.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
The Blue Grosbeak is so beautiful! We usually see one here at this time of year but I haven't seen one yet! I love their silvery beak! Enjoy your weekend! Hugs, Diane
You show some beautiful birds but Miney steals the show for me ~ love her ~ Great series of photos ~ thanks,
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores ~ clm
aka (A Creative Harbor)
It's always such a treat to see birds with more color. Pretty shots. Love your daffodil collage. So happy. Hope your Memorial weekend is a good one.
Thank you Diane, for your link and your comment.
I usually hear and see more Indigo Bunting and Bluebirds here, the Blue Grosbeak is not as common. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Carol, for your link and your comment and your visit. Miney is a fun dog. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Ellen, for your comment and your visit.
The colorful birds are a treat to see.
Take care, have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend.
Beautiful post
Thank you for your visit and comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Hi Eileen! You are so fortunte to see and hear so many wonderful birds! The indigo bunting is always a thrill to spot. Enjoy Memorial Day and have a wonderful week ahead!
Thank you Pat, for your link and your comment.
The Indigo Bunting is a treat to see.
Take care, have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend.
The bluebirds are absolutely beautiful as are the blooms. Have a wonderful long weekend.
Bluebirds are so pretty. Love Miney, so cute.
Thank you Bill, for your link and your comment.
The bluebirds are beautiful.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you Mary, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
i will have to look into that app, i am not familiar with it!! the bluebirds are gorgeous, such a pretty shade of blue. daffodils are one of my favorite spring blooms, it was nice to see them here today as it has been a while. miney is a beautiful dog!!
Thank you Debbie, for your link and your comment.
The daffodils are my favorites too! Miney is a sweetie!
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.
Hello Eileen
The Eastern Bluebirds have such wonderful colouring.
It was nice to see your daffodils, they are such a wonderful colour.
Miney certainly seems to enjoy his walks, nice to see him in your photographs.
Enjoy your memorial day weekend.
All the best Jan
That's a great app! So many different kinds of birds. Yes, the bluebird is a beautiful bird. He's up at the top of my favorite birds.
Great photos. I have only seen an indigo bunting at our feeders once many years ago. We do have bluebirds nesting in our box right now. :)
I like seeing all of the birds. I have only had one Pileated Woodpecker show up at a feeder, all the years I have been feeding/watching birds.
Miney seems to be able to walk over any terrain. Eileen Love the Woodpecker. Thanks for hosting and commenting. Have a great week ahead
Lovely pictures! That yellow collage is a stunner.
Thank you Jan, for your comment and your visit.
The Bluebirds are lovely, Miney looks forward to a walk every day. Take care, have a wonderful week.
Thank you Karen, for your comment and your visit.
The Merlin App is both fun and a learning too, it helps to id the birds. Take care, have a wonderful week.
Thank you for your comment and your visit.
I missed seeing my bluebirds leaving, I think the babies have fledged. Take care, have a wonderful week.
Thank you Michelle, for your comment and your visit.
I have never seen the Pileated woodpecker visit my feeders, only pecking away at our trees. Take care, have a wonderful week.
Thank you Margaret, for your link and your comment.
Miney is a good on trails, everything is easy for her.
Take care, have a wonderful week.
Thank you Linda, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful week.
Daffodils look beautiful..... love it.
# we have daffodils at our yard, but not comeback for this year....
Seeing an Indigo Bunting always feels like such a special treat. They are such a beautiful color! Great photos! -Marci @ Old Rock Farmhouse
Thank you Tanza, for your comment and your visit.
I do love the daffodils, one of my favorite spring blooms.
Take care, have a wonderful week.
Thank you Marci, for your link and your comment.
The Indigo Bunting is a beauty, I hear them singing more than I see them out in the open.
Take care, have a wonderful week.
Hello Eileen,
What a great and nice post. Wonderful that first picture with that blue bird. The other blue birds and that woodpecker on your other shots are very nice too. These kind of birds are so special and nice to see by you.
Many greetings,
Marco
Thank you Marco, I appreciate your comment and visit.
I do love seeing all the birds, they are a treat.
Have a wonderful day and happy week ahead.
What a treat to see those Eastern Bluebirds and Pileated Woodpeckers in your backyard!
I am so late in getting here. Always lovely to see your little birds. Your garden and surrounds must be a delight. I have pelicans this week. :) Have a wonderful week and thankyou again for the linkup.
Thank you Shiju, for your link and comment.
I do see some great birds in my yard.
Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Have a wonderful day and happy week ahead. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
Thank you Jill, for your link and comment.
I do see some great birds in my yard and neighborhood..
Take care, have a wonderful day and happy week ahead.
Blue is the avian color of the day. Have a meaningful Memorial Day!
Thank you Sharon, for your link and comment.
The blue birds are gorgeous.
Take care, Happy Memorial Day! Have a great week ahead.
I need to download Merlin, so interesting to see/hear what is out there. Pileated are always a treat to see and I don't believe I have ever seen a blue grosbeak before. I posted a couple of beauties myself this week.
Thank you Jim, for the comment. The Pileated Woodpeckers are a treat, luckily we see and hear them in the forest next to our home and in our yard. I did enjoy your beauties, the Western Tanager is a favorite. Have a great day!
A wonderful look at all your bird sightings, and the ever-adorable Miney. I have the Merlin app but have only used it in the back garden. Great idea to take it on walks. Thank you Eileen, and I hope you enjoy the rest of the week.
Thank you Denise, your comment and visit are appreciated.
I like using the Merlin App in my yard and on my walks, amazing the amount of birds you can hear but not see. I have learned a few new songs too. Take care, have a great day!
It's raining outside, it's a holiday here and it's a pleasure to visit you - dear blog friend Eileen - in the afternoon. Happy MosaicMonday!
...thank you for your nice comment and for contribution to the link party, it was a pleasure to read your post.
Have a great week.
hope, our Daffodils will be back by next years...
Have a great day
Thank you Heidrun, for hosting Mosaic Monday!
We may have some rain here today!
Take care, have a great day!
Tienes mucha suerte de ver esos pΓ‘jaros tan preciosos. Miney es muy bonita, me encantan los perros. Feliz mes de junio. Besos.
Thank you Teresa, I appreciate the comment.
I do love all the birds and Miney.
Take care, have a wonderful day!
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