.. and, this is Mister Chirpy...
He seems a kind sort... always shows up with his little "missus".... sits close to her, flies down to the water basin with her, sings to her and in general is very attentive. I never see her singing, but I do notice his beak open where there are songs.... so now I must go look it up... do the females sing as well? Don't know yet.
So colourful in contrast to the sort of drab, soft greys of his little lady....as with most birds... the guys get all the nice clothes.
There are quite a few flitting in and out this year compared to the one or two I've see in years past... there are usually a couple around..but, this time... several ... and, very visible as you can see. Can't miss 'em.
Male House Finch... we call them Mr. Chirpy because of their singing if you didn't see my explanation on the previous photo.
.. and, this is Mister Chirpy...
He seems a kind sort... always shows up with his little "missus".... sits close to her, flies down to the water basin with her, sings to her and in general is very attentive. I never see her singing, but I do notice his beak open where there are songs.... so now I must go look it up... do the females sing as well? Don't know yet.
So colourful in contrast to the sort of drab, soft greys of his little lady....as with most birds... the guys get all the nice clothes.
There are quite a few flitting in and out this year compared to the one or two I've see in years past... there are usually a couple around..but, this time... several ... and, very visible as you can see. Can't miss 'em.
Male House Finch... we call them Mr. Chirpy because of their singing if you didn't see my explanation on the previous photo.