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Post by Max on May 29, 2024 13:23:22 GMT -5
As far as rodent eaters go, give me owls or other birds of prey. I don't care if they take Jurassic Park dumps, that's nothing that some water can take away. But I don't like snakes. Lost a cat to an owl in Colorado. We have an owl that sits in a tree in our local park that looks to be the size of a child. Sorry to hear about your cat.
If I had an owl in my yard I would name him after the cartoon character, Owl Jolson. |
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Post by Max on May 29, 2024 13:25:44 GMT -5
Maybe, I'm not sure. The bird I discribed is more solid black with a bright yellow beak. But it looks a lot like the one in the photo. She says starlings were introduced into this country when approx. 100 were released in Central Park about 100 years ago...very common in NYC; considered a nuisance by some. Then that's probably the name of that bird. They aren't a nusance to me, I like them. Thanks Bob, and please tell your wife that I said thank you. |
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Post by azbob643 on May 29, 2024 13:26:19 GMT -5
Lost a cat to an owl in Colorado. We have an owl that sits in a tree in our local park that looks to be the size of a child. Sorry to hear about your cat.
If I had an owl in my yard I would name him after the cartoon character, Owl Jolson. "I Love To Singa"... www.youtube.com/watch?v=2y6CNuffBi0One of my favorites... |
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Post by Max on May 29, 2024 13:30:37 GMT -5
I tried looking up the bird that I saw for the first time today. I'm not sure if it's the same kind, but the bird looks a lot like an Eastern Great-Crested Flycatcher.
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Post by Max on May 29, 2024 13:30:59 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about your cat.
If I had an owl in my yard I would name him after the cartoon character, Owl Jolson. "I Love To Singa"... One of my favorites... LOL! Mine too. |
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Post by laurenfrances on May 29, 2024 14:27:45 GMT -5
I adore ospreys. Monogamous birds who migrate to the exact location/nest year after year to produce offsprings. Their ability to soar in hunting for fish is magnificent. Ospreys are preys for eagles, hawks and owls. Ospreys hold guard to their eggsfrom incubation till their ability to soar in being self sufficient.
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Post by rizzuto on May 29, 2024 14:41:07 GMT -5
I adore ospreys. Monogamous birds who migrate to the exact location/nest year after year to produce offsprings. Their ability to soar in hunting for fish is magnificent. Ospreys are preys for eagles, hawks and owls. Ospreys hold guard to their eggsfrom incubation till their ability to soar in being self sufficient. I was always a fan of The Grand Ole Osprey. |
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Post by kaybli on May 29, 2024 14:42:39 GMT -5
Where in the Jersey Shore are you located? I have a good friend in Asbury Park I visit often. I'm about 15 minutes from your friend in Howell. 10 miles inland, but close enough to be recognized as shore town. Nice! Its a great place to live. |
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Post by inger on May 29, 2024 15:00:22 GMT -5
Ruthie spotted a black headed grosbeak at our bird feeder yesterday… We’re not really bird watchers to a high degree, but the feeders and bird bath give her great joy… * edit- fifth bird pictured in the article. Nice!
In my backyard I have seen Red Robins, Ravens, Woodpeckers, Blue Jays, some hand size black birds with bright yellow beaks, and this AM for the first time I saw what looked be be an American Robin, it was grayish but the front of the bird was a very bright yellow.
Any idea what kind of birds that I described in bold font it might be? I replied to Inger, but everyone feel free to answer my question if you can. Thank you.
Where are you? NYC? … |
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Post by inger on May 29, 2024 15:02:59 GMT -5
I adore ospreys. Monogamous birds who migrate to the exact location/nest year after year to produce offsprings. Their ability to soar in hunting for fish is magnificent. Ospreys are preys for eagles, hawks and owls. Ospreys hold guard to their eggsfrom incubation till their ability to soar in being self sufficient. I was always a fan of The Grand Ole Osprey. HOWDEEEE! |
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Post by Max on May 29, 2024 15:03:56 GMT -5
Nice!
In my backyard I have seen Red Robins, Ravens, Woodpeckers, Blue Jays, some hand size black birds with bright yellow beaks, and this AM for the first time I saw what looked be be an American Robin, it was grayish but the front of the bird was a very bright yellow.
Any idea what kind of birds that I described in bold font it might be? I replied to Inger, but everyone feel free to answer my question if you can. Thank you.
Where are you? NYC? … Yes. |
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Post by azbob643 on May 29, 2024 15:11:48 GMT -5
Lost a cat to an owl in Colorado. We have an owl that sits in a tree in our local park that looks to be the size of a child. Sorry to hear about your cat. Better than one of my kids...I think. |
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Post by inger on May 29, 2024 17:32:15 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about your cat. Better than one of my kids...I think. Which one?…🤓 C’mon, we won’t tell… |
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Post by bomberhojoe on May 29, 2024 17:47:01 GMT -5
Ruthie spotted a black headed grosbeak at our bird feeder yesterday… We’re not really bird watchers to a high degree, but the feeders and bird bath give her great joy… * edit- fifth bird pictured in the article. Nice!
In my backyard I have seen Red Robins, Ravens, Woodpeckers, Blue Jays, some hand size black birds with bright yellow beaks, and this AM for the first time I saw what looked be be an American Robin, it was grayish but the front of the bird was a very bright yellow.
Any idea what kind of birds that I described in bold font it might be? I replied to Inger, but everyone feel free to answer my question if you can. Thank you.
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Post by chiyankee on May 29, 2024 17:48:18 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about your cat. Better than one of my kids...I think.  |
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