Northern Cardinal Parenting and Aggression in My Yard
Northern Cardinal feeding juvenile after rain in Arkansas, followed by a sudden act of aggression from a female adult.
Bird behavior
Tufted Titmouse Feeding Behavior with Sunflower Seeds
Watch how Tufted Titmouse birds use their feet to hold sunflower seeds while feeding – smart backyard bird behavior captured up close.
Eastern Bluebird Chicks Vanish: Mystery at My Backyard Birdhouse
Eastern Bluebird chicks vanished overnight from my backyard birdhouse. The male’s strange behavior revealed the mystery.
American Robin Steals Earthworm in a Bold Move
An American Robin steals an earthworm from another in my Arkansas yard, showing how bold and competitive these birds can be.
Carolina Chickadee Feeding Its Fledgling in My Yard
I watched a Carolina Chickadee feed its fledgling in my Arkansas yard, a moving example of parental care in backyard wildlife.
Robin Attacks Bluebird in My Yard
American Robin attacks an Eastern Bluebird fledgling in my Arkansas yard. A fierce mom bluebird helps her young escape the Robin’s grasp.
A Bluebird Mother’s Gift
A female Eastern Bluebird feeding her fledgling shows the devotion of motherhood in the wild. A touching Mother’s Day moment.
Bluebird Fledging Update: Chicks Spotted in the Pines
My Eastern Bluebird chicks fledged on May 7. I photographed mom feeding them in a nearby pine. See the photo and watch a short feeding video.
Bluebird Chick Feeding: A Young Bird Makes an Appearance
Bluebird chick feeding observed as one young bird appears at the nest entrance during rain to be fed by its mother.
American Robins Territorial Fight Caught in Action
American Robins engage in a fierce territorial fight in my yard. See the action and learn what drives this common spring behavior.
Male Eastern Bluebird Behavior: A New Arrival Near the Nest
A new male Eastern Bluebird has appeared near a solo mother but isn’t helping feed her chicks. What’s going on? Read my latest update.
Ongoing Efforts of a Solo Bluebird Mother
Observing Eastern Bluebird nesting behavior as a dedicated mother feeds her chicks and keeps the nest clean without a mate.
Blue Jay Behavior: A Curious Moment
A curious Blue Jay drops a twig into a birdbath—was it play, communication, or something else? A look at Blue Jay behavior.
Why Do Great Blue Herons Wash Their Food?
I watched a Great Blue Heron scavenge meat, wash it in water, then eat it. This behavior shows their intelligence and adaptability.
Northern Cardinal Eye Spot: A Unique Observation
Male Northern Cardinal with an eye spot raises questions about injury or blindness. Explore its resilience and unique behaviors in this post.