Looking out my dinette window this afternoon, I noticed a movement in the Ocotilla in the rock garden. I thought it was a woodpecker and got out the camera. Sure enough, it's a Female Gila Woodpecker, and this is the first time I've gotten a photo of one. She jumped on the hummingbird feeder and hung on while she had quite a few drinks of the nectar. Then she flew back to the Ocotilla and pecked on it, then back to the feeder. She's a beautiful bird.
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| I have such a gorgeous view. :) |
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| Isn't she beautiful? |
And look who else entered the scene while I was watching the woodpecker:
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| It looks like his cheeks are full of seed. |
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| I'm going to be able to enjoy squirrel antics again this year. :) |
This site has better critters that the first one. I thought when I moved I might not get the good hummers and other birds that were over there, but this is even better. With winter coming, I'm sure more birds will be flying in for the season, too. I haven't seen any quail yet...
From Me and Katie, have a good Monday night, everyone! :)
It is sure fun to watch the wildlife from the comfort of you portable blind. Great view you've got there.
ReplyDeleteGreat news!
ReplyDeleteThat really is a beautiful view and the critters only add to it.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun watching and becoming acquainted with your new neighbors!
ReplyDeleteSo far, they have not allowed me to put up my bird feeders at this refuge. I miss not being able to see what stops by for a snack.
ReplyDeleteI really like that last shot of the ground squirrel. :)
You had a woodpecker? Who would have thought out in the desert that a hummingbird feeder would attract a woodpecker!! Love the little critters.
ReplyDeletenice capture of the woodpecker!!! enjoy the new view out your windows!
ReplyDeletelove the critters... keep them coming...
ReplyDeleteThose woodpeckers will drain your feeders faster than you can fill them. While they are beautiful they are a pain after awhile. I found that hanging the feeder under the awning at the house they stay away while the hummers still come.
ReplyDeleteThat is going to be a great site for you this winter.
Great photos of the critters. I love watching nature and their habits. Stay warm and have fun.
ReplyDeleteIt's like a Disney movie! Love the woodpecker. What a thrill to see one so close.
ReplyDeleteGreat critter pics!
ReplyDeleteGreat pics, Barbara, and what a VIEW. It just goes on forever.
ReplyDeleteI'm just curious is your hummingbird feeder missing a flower? Was wondering how the woodpecker got his beak in that far. Just love the pictures of the ground squirrels. Would love to give them a squeeze :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous pics as always Barbara. So glad you like your new spot.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad this spot turned out to be a great critter site. All of the pics are awesome but the last of each set - the hummingbird and the squirrel - are to die for! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThere was a woodpecker like that in the tree next to my RV but I didn't get any pics.
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