Occasional Birdy Thread (In memory of Swampsniper)

Photos ^ | March 18, 2017 | Self

[Bon of Babble]

Thanks. I travel to San Francisco frequently and they’ve definitely taken up residence there - they are all over, not just on Telegraph Hill - squawking and carrying on as they do.

I pointed them out to my family who promptly got out binoculars and were shocked that there were “parrots in San Francisco” of all place.

I love watching them and had a few in my own backyard - they are definitely not native to Southern California.

[FamiliarFace]

I know this is very late in the thread, but I'm wondering if anyone can identify this little guy or gal for me. I'm wondering if it's a female Ruby Crowned Kinglet. It's pretty small, about 4-5 inches, I think. I'm estimating the size based on other birds that have been near it. Ideas or thoughts?

[Chipper]

Hopefully you got an ID - it is a Ruby-crowned Kinglet.

[Chipper]

Cackling Geese American Golden-Plover Wilson's Warbler Barn Swallow Bank Swallow Cedar Waxwing Green Heron Dickcissel (irruption year) Sedge Wren Bonaparte's Gull(s)

[FamiliarFace]

Thanks, it’s good to hear that someone agrees with me. Your photos in the next post are great! I can never get a clear photo of a bird flying.

[MomwithHope]

This was the most recent Birdy thread I could find. Finally found a hosting site that is free and fast. Took this picture a few hours ago, male pileated at our suet,. They are regular visitors but very shy and we are always lucky to get a picture.