Tag: birding
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New bird at the feeder
When you daily monitor your bird feeders you get to know what birds frequent it. You can recognize a new bird quite easily. It’s the color, shape, and size. For the last couple of days I’ve noticed a bird smaller than a robin and bigger than a nuthatch or chickadee. It is also sleeker than…
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Daily Abstract: waterfowl, fly fisherman
January 17, 2026 – Is this winter? Cloudless blue skies in January? There have been years where we’ve had overcast and cold for months on end, nine months with little breaks. Imagine, no sun. This last summer was extended, fall was an extension of that, and now this winter is mild. It is chilly. When…
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A rare variation of a common bird
I’m studying the red-breasted Nuthatch. However, all I see is the dark-eyed junco. The junco is a common bird at the feeder. No two are alike. Some are about as big as a robin, some small and delicate. they love the feeder and the seeds that fall on the ground. They spend equal time between…
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The raucous Steller’s Jay comes out of the woods
The Steller’s Jay is a bird I associate with Yosemite National Park. They are a constant sight in the valley campgrounds. I’ve seen them get into nasty fights over food. Despite having a bad disposition, I’ve always thought they were beautiful with their black heads contrasted with a blue body. They style quite a hairdo.…
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HIBULB LOOKOUT
With time between appointments I happened upon Hibulb Lookout in Everett. This is a spot that overlooks the mouth of the Snohomish River. With just 2.25 acres, the layout is simple. Vehicles park facing northwest with a clear view of the water below. Land forms and water channels appear in every direction. In the distance…