It’s 91 degrees as I type this post…it’s also the first day of Fall.
But today, I heard a bird which is generally a sign of Winter coming.
That bird is the Townsend’s Solitaire.
A member of the same family the American Robin is in, it can normally be seen at the tops of trees, calling.
The bird is overall grayish with buff colored patches on the wings and a complete white ring around its eyes.
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9 comments:
Great bird and sighting. I love second shot with the bird on the treetop. Have a great weekend!
It's very pretty! I can't believe winter is approaching! Did I miss summer???
How wonderful to hear the Townsend's Solitaire on the first day of fall. I love learning more about our feathered friends on this wonderful meme.
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You had a hot first day of fall and we had a drenching one - I wonder if that is an omen?
This is a new bird for me. Off to google a song.
I've never heard of this bird, so it's wonderful to see it. Wikipedia says it is found in British Columbia, where I spent most of my life, but I don't remember hearing about it before.
Thank you so much.
— K
Kay, Alberta, Canada
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beautiful bird
Beautiful bird! We've really felt some fall weather lately.
Beautiful!
Beautiful bird and your photos, too.
Regards and best wishes
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