Year round, in The Field, there are many species of birds who are almost totally, or at least partially dependent on the cleared acreage here for cover, nesting sites, and food. Much of this site is managed field area that is carefully maintained through mowing, planting, and maintenance to assure attraction and successful reproduction and survival of all the species who choose to live here. Some of the species, such as the Meadowlark, the Red-winged Blackbird, the Grasshopper Sparrow, the Quail, and a new one this year, the Dickcissel, build their nests and compete for space in the tall grasses of the fields. They also feed on the seeds produced , as well as the abundance of insects who also thrive here. Other species such as the Blue Grosbeaks, the Indigo Buntings, the Priarie Warblers, the Kingbirds, and the Turkeys nest in the surrounding forests or the bushes and shrubs, then feed extensively on the insects in the open spaces.
Some of the species are year-round residents such as the RW BB, the Quail, the Meadowlarks, and the Turkey, while most of the others are migrants who winter in other places and return here in spring to raise their young. Year round, it is fascinating to watch the cycle of life as it flows through these spaces. Photographing this flow of such beautiful critters is an exciting and ever-changing experience. Below are recent pics of spring bird activity, as well as a few of the wildflowers growing here.. Enjoy!
Some of the species are year-round residents such as the RW BB, the Quail, the Meadowlarks, and the Turkey, while most of the others are migrants who winter in other places and return here in spring to raise their young. Year round, it is fascinating to watch the cycle of life as it flows through these spaces. Photographing this flow of such beautiful critters is an exciting and ever-changing experience. Below are recent pics of spring bird activity, as well as a few of the wildflowers growing here.. Enjoy!
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