My 2nd amaryllis is on it's second set of blooms. Such a bright spot in the window.
A sure sign of spring, a red-winged blackbird, in the falling snow!
The deer hang around. We counted 15 yesterday.
They are on the move, looking for spring buds to nibble on, like the squirrels.
deer friends from Jennifer Jilks on Vimeo.
Butch was awake: see the one in the tree?! There is one on the ground, as well. I didn't notice it until I'd seen the video a couple of times.
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Butch 2 from Jennifer Jilks on Vimeo.
It was a better view from this trailcam. They were disappointed, as the 5 red squirrels clean up under the bird feeders. This morning it is -12˚ C. and more like February.Butch from Jennifer Jilks on Vimeo.
Chad coyote has been a frequent visitor. They've a deer kill on the lake nearby. People could hear them howling with joy.
Chad Coyote from Jennifer Jilks on Vimeo.
I went out and worked on the wood duck nesting box the other day. While out there I spotted our porcupette. More on that in another post. In the meantime: Saturday's Critters # 479 check out Eileen's page for more critter links, near and far.
Hello,
ReplyDeleteI have been seeing the Red-wing Blackbirds here too, I think they may not have left this winter. I always love seeing your critters, especially the deer.
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...it sure seems early to see a red-winged blackbird.
ReplyDeleteAnother enjoyable post! Hope the weather improves soon. Nice view from the window.
ReplyDeleteSad deer, waiting for food. As are all the critters (except the birds and squirrels)
ReplyDeleteI always think the the Red-tailed Blackbird means spring is here but I have never seen one in February.
ReplyDeleteI know you'll be happy to have some sun and warmer temps. Always love catching up with your sightings. I love the deer!
ReplyDeleteWow, red wing blackbirds already!
ReplyDeleteThose bad squirrels.
ReplyDeleteI love all your critters. The deer of course but also your big raccoons.
ReplyDeleteThey are big. Coyotes are kind of spooky. It is almost like it senses your trailcam.
That is a bright spot. Indeed! Much like you yourself
ReplyDeleteI don’t know if this FB link of action at an Ontario bird feeder will work for you. But here it is — fingers crossed.
ReplyDeletehttps://fb.watch/iM-OrGxEMa/
Nice to see your Amaryllis, and a lovely collection of deer in your third photograph.
ReplyDeleteYour temperatures still seem cold to me.
My good wishes.
All the best Jan
That's a lot of critters in your neighborhood at night. Deer are present in the day , but where are the other critters?
ReplyDeleteLots of company around the house for you.
ReplyDeleteI do like your Blackbirds.
ReplyDeleteI can see how hard winter much be for the woodland creatures. The coyote and raccoons look well fed though.
ReplyDeleteHello Jenn, :=)
ReplyDeleteLovely shot of all the deer, blackbird, and all your nighttime visitors. It sure looks cold, but your cats have the right idea.Nice shot of them looking cosy indoors,