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Plusieurs passages de merles migrateurs, semblant frigorifiés par ce dernier (?) soubresaut de l'hiver
Sainte-Angèle, Bécancour, Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada
Good morning everyone. I'm pleased to present a series photographed this past Monday of a flock of American Red-breasted Robins (Turdus migratorius) that descended upon our Hawthorn trees to feast on the haws. As you can see from the photos it was snowing at the time, and quite cold with the temp in the teens. And for the record, over the past week of extremely cold weather the Robins completely devoured the haws. Not a one left in spite of a bumper crop, which will mean no nice bokeh backgrounds for future bird pics.
A few side notes; this songbird is not a true Robin, but a member of the Thrush family. It was named in error as such by the first European settlers after a similar looking bird in their home countries. The American Robin is the state bird of Connecticut, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Due to its unique eggs it has the distinction of having a color named after it being "Robin-egg blue", which can best be described as the same as a bright Autumn sky with a hint of green. And it might explain why although brood parasitism by the Brown-headed Cowbird occurs, it is rare because the Robin usually rejects the Cowbird eggs. While both gender of the species look similar, the female as seen above has more white in the ventrum (or belly area) and typically a lighter colored breast with some streaking.
One last side note, which deals with those of you wondering why Robins are here in the Midwest in the dead of winter. Simple answer is that although Robins are considered harbingers of spring, many American Robins spend the entire winter in their breeding range. Because they spend more time roosting and feeding in trees and less time on the ground, you're much less likely to see them. The number of Robins present in the northern parts of the range varies each year with the local conditions.
I hope you enjoy this series and find the provided text in the comment section informative on this always friendly and unique North American bird.
Thank you for visiting...and I hope you have a most pleasant day.
Lacey
ISO800, aperture f/6.3, exposure .004 seconds (1/250) focal length 420mm
Keeping my fingers tightly crossed that this is not the next thing to go wrong in my home!!!
"Calgary’s unusually cold start to the winter is causing headaches for homeowners, property managers and tenants, and response requests are busier than ever. A big issue is ATTIC RAIN: a phenomenon caused by prolonged extreme cold spells & poor ventilation followed by rapid warming of temperatures. It’s caused by excessive moisture building up in the attic, which then freezes to beams and ceilings. When temperatures rise, the frost melts and leaks through the ceiling.
There are a number of contributing factors to attic rain such as but not limited to poor intake ventilation, exhaust, high humidity or lack of insulation. These can all contribute to the process, making it tough to nail down the cause.
These problems become visible when temperatures start to climb, melting the frost and creating leaks. The leaks can manifest themselves by entering the dwelling through light fixtures, bathroom exhaust vents, down the sides of walls and ceilings. You may notice drips/stains in your ceilings that were not there before. Those stains could be an early indicator that an expert should be called in to inspect the attic." From Residential Services on 11 January 2022.
Today, 12 January 2022, I think our temperature got up to a high of 11C. Sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset is at 4:54 pm. An overcast day. Starting the day before yesterday, our deepfreeze has finally come to an end - at least until the next one.
How good this felt when I was out on a walk at Carburn Park again yesterday morning, 11 January 2022! I only did part of the walk, as I still don't want to overdo it since the car I was driving was T-boned on 20 December. The continuing several Trumpeter Swans and one Tundra Swan looked so different in the sunshine compared to how they looked a few days ago. The sleepy Porcupine was an extra special treat (at least to me). I had seen the back end of this one, or maybe its mate, back in March 2021, when it was found hiding down at the bottom of its hollow tree.
I have heard fledgling robins for a few days but thisis the first one I saw. this year. A.E. Wilson Park, Saskatchewan, Canada. 10 June 2024
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He's always sticking his beak where his business is . . . in the dirt!
December 1, 2020
A pair of thirsty robins (Turdus migratorius) took control of the water bowl today. The one on the right is giving his head a good shake, sending water droplets spiraling away.
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This little cutie was in my yard under a bird feeder. Raking up the birdseed droppings to find bugs in the soft ground underneath. Good place for a robin to look for food. Juvenile robins have spots on their breast. This one is just starting to get its color but still has the yellow gape at the edge of its mouth.
Juvenile American Robin (Turdus migratorius)
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14 Octobre 2019
Dixièmes journées retour à la maison avec un arrêt à la Base de plein air de Sainte-Foy.
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....and, if you don't make any sudden movements and pretend to ignore them, they get even bolder and just walk into the frame... :)
[hmmm, tags aren't working in Flickr this morning. This is an American Robin (Turdus migratorius).]
Yesterday, I found a flock of Robins poking around some berry trees. Probably fueling up before their next migration stop. Occaisionally, I see some stay for the winter here but these looked more like a migrating flock. I had to stand on my tippy toes to shoot through the little hole in the branches to get this guy.
I hope everyone enjoys this image! :^)
The scientific name of this species is: Turdus migratorius.
Columbia Children's Arboretum, NE Portland, Multnomah Co., Oregon (March 29th, 2021). 5a. Suburban arboretum and park.
Male.
Note the dark plumage with reduced white around the eye characteristic of the NW Pacific form T. m. caurinus.
More photos of robins and other thrushes—
On 28 May 2024, this was a visit just to hopefully see the rare Lewis's Woodpecker that has been visiting Calgary for at least a week now. SO many birders/photographers have been to this location. I didn't walk further - too much pain. This handsome American Robin just happened to be searching for food for its babies right where I was standing.
Actually, the best sighting of all was seeing several long-time friends that I haven't seen for such a long time. Felt so good to see and talk with them.
Back on 11 May 2021, I was fortunate enough to see a different Lewis's Woodpecker at another city park. That day, I was able to get closer photos, seen in my Lewis's Woodpecker album,
American Robin~ They are everywhere right now. Saw this one near the cow pasture yesterday. Amazingly s/he let me get pretty close. I love these birds although common.
Clear Blue Skies again today...heading to the refuge...see you later!
Very popular water hole when the temps are below freezing.
American Robin (Turdus migratorius)
White Wing Dove (Zenaida asiatica)
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While walking around a community farm near Pullman, Washington, I stopped to photograph several American Robins as they pulled worms from the ground around me. This individual came right up in front of me and began its breakfast meal.
Photo by Mason Maron.
Jim Swartwood 5/10/24 Jefferson County KY
Another species enjoying Serviceberry fruit from a native tree.
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...a song written by Leon René under the pseudonym of Jimmie Thomas and recorded by Bobby Day in 1958.
Good morning everyone and Happy Feathery Friday. It's that time of year where I focus more, if not all, of my time on bird photography. And what better way to start a new bird season than by sharing a few photos of the very common, and probably the most recognizable bird in North America, the American Red-breasted Robin (Turdus migratorius).
As for these photos, they were taken in the back yard near and at the birdbath. And while gender cannot be safely assumed based on plumage alone, I'm pretty sure the first two pics (including the above) are of a male while the last two in the comment section are of a female, where as females tend to have a lighter colored breast with some streaking.
A few side notes about this bird; the American Robin is not a true Robin, but a member of the Thrush family. It was named in error as such by the first European settlers after a similar looking bird in their home countries. The American Robin is the state bird of Connecticut, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Due to its unique eggs it has the distinction of having a color named after it being "Robin-egg blue", which can best be described as the same as a bright Autumn sky with a hint of green. And it might explain why although brood parasitism by the Brown-headed Cowbird occurs, it is rare because the Robin usually rejects the Cowbird eggs.
As always, don't forget to click on "view previous comments" if you don't see the additional photos in the comment section. Even better, scroll to them by clicking on the arrow thingy to the right of the above pic. And if you want to any pic in the comment section large all you have to do is click on it where you'll also find the full text describing this handsome bird.
Thank you for stopping by...and I hope you have a truly great day and weekend.
Lacey
ISO800, aperture f/5.6, exposure .006 seconds (1/200) focal length 420mm
Saturday, 9 April 2022: our temperature is 1°C (windchill -5°C) around 4:30 pm. Sunrise was at 6:54 am, and sunset is at 8:22 pm. Partly cloudy. A sudden plunge from warm weather back to winter temperatures.
A lovely sunny day today, 8 April 2022, with the temperature soaring to around 20C. However, the wind was very strong and I debated whether to even go out today. In the end, I went for a drive SW of the city in the afternoon. I have to admit that one of the reasons I had wanted to go in that direction was that a friend recently posted that she and her granddaughter had called in at a small breakfast and lunch take-out (during COVID) 'cafe' and they had really enjoyed the burger, and fries there were so good. This place is located on Hwy 22 at Hwy 549, Millarville. I have had a craving for it ever since I read her post. Usually, I don't eat burgers, but the one I had today, made of fresh beef from a local farm, was delicious, and the yummy fries were unlike most fries that one can buy elsewhere. Found a quiet backroad to pull over and enjoy my meal.
"This is a little house on the corner which has been catering to the ranchers in Alberta’s foothills for years with fresh brew and good eats. Established in 2018, Ranchers Corner continues the tradition, offering an early bird’s breakfast, a late riser’s brunch, a hungry man’s lunch and hot coffee all day. Oh, and don’t forget, city slickers out for a country cruise are welcome, too." From their website.
Not too many birds to be seen, but I was happy to come across a different pair of Mountain Bluebirds and an American Robin to try and photograph. Driving a few new roads made a nice change, too.
An adult male American Robin posing for the camera on our deck railing.
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The robin, celebrated for its remarkable behavior, truly embodies the spirit of spring as the quintessential early bird. In Alaska, the arrival of the “first robin” is a cherished moment that children eagerly await, marking the transition to warmer days. While many scientists point to rising average temperatures—typically reaching around 36ºF—as a key factor in the robin’s migration, others emphasize the critical role of food availability in this seasonal journey.
This captivating behavior is especially evident in Alaskan communities, where robins, usually seen as harbingers of spring, can be spotted scavenging for leftover berries even in the depths of winter. Unlike most of their kin, who migrate south to escape the cold, some robins choose to brave the elements, particularly during milder winters. Their adaptability is further showcased by their melodious singing when they arrive at their breeding territories. Remarkably, these resilient birds also sing in winter flocks, heralding the imminent arrival of spring. This unique behavior not only captivates the heart but also speaks to the enduring bond between nature and the changing seasons.