and in my backyard...

I've been having visitors to my backyard the past week. In addition to the regular birds I have had a pair of Mallard Ducks coming by to eat at the base of my birdfeeders. After visiting me they fly over and have a swim in my neighbors pool! Jenny would love them to nest here whereas I like an occasional visit. The squirrel has been coming for a bite to eat and then has a drink or two from my fountain. The House Finch is an all year visitor.

Osprey - April 12th

The osprey are back in Cape May County. This female Osprey hangs out along Rt 147 into North Wildwood. Last summer there were 3 chicks in the nest though I didn't know about the nest until late June. The first picture is from April 12,2011. The other pictures are from June 29, 2010 and show Mom, Dad and 3 chicks.