How lucky the West Coast is to harbor the vibrant Townsend’s Warbler during the nonbreeding months! Though we see this bright little jewel almost every winter day here in the mixed conifer forest, each viewing stops us in our tracks.
On our road today, we encountered a cluster of Townsend’s actively foraging in the doug-firs, presumably migrating north. We soaked up views from all angles as they flitted about, singing sporadically.
Have a listen below.
We’ll miss these darlings as they all move north to breed in parts of the Pacific Northwest, Idaho, Montana, British Columbia, and Alaska.
Winter’s ornament
Masked, charming conifer gem
Bon voyage, breed well
Another wonderful blog. I love these guys. You were the people who first pointed them out to me.
Beautiful as always. How fun to hear and see an actual flock of them;-) I will miss them until they return in the Fall. And a very sweet little haiku. Take care in your woods, you two. Kathleen
I love that bird, makes my day when I see one. Devil’s Gulch cheese has one on the label, I cut it out and put it on my steering wheel.
Your posts always bring a smile to my face!
Glad to see you guys are doing well and keeping up with the birding. We also have been having Rufous Hummingbirds, 4 for sure, showing up at our feeders here in Rohnert Park for the last 5 days, along with at least 2 Hooded Orioles. As always love the blog and Teresa’s photos. Take care, Sue & Mike
. Well done Teresa and Miles!
Can’t wait for the next.
Kind regards
Erica
What a little cutie!