This time of the year the American Goldfinches return to Lake Hills. A flock can be seen in the park enjoying dandelion seeds. They still have their winter colors which are a much duller color than the vibrant colors they have in the spring and summer. This is a photo of the winter colors. ThisContinue reading “American Goldfinch”
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Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
This recipe comes from a Keto Cookbook I own. I have changed a few things but not much. It is a delicious, filling, flavorful, low carb meal. It has 3 carbs per serving.
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker makes holes in trees to collect sap. Once it leaves the hole other birds, bats, and even hummingbirds like to get the leftover sap from the hole. Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers have been found drilling more than 1,000 species of trees. They like birches and maples the most. The Sapsucker has no issues usingContinue reading “Yellow-bellied Sapsucker”
Keto Peach Cobbler
This recipe is from a Keto Cookbook I own. I’ve changed a few things on the recipe. I am posting the changed recipe below. The original recipe said to cover with foil so the dough doesn’t burn. I am changing that to bake for 15 – 20 minutes until the dough is golden brown andContinue reading “Keto Peach Cobbler”
Mourning Dove
I know most people do not want to hear this on a bird BLOG but Mourning Doves are the most frequently hunted species in North America. I enjoy watching these beautiful birds in my backyard. There is no hunting going on in my backyard. I also understand that these and many other species of birdsContinue reading “Mourning Dove”
Yellow-rumped Warbler
This is my first time seeing this bird in my backyard. There was a large flock of them in the trees. They move quickly and are difficult to video and photo. This bird is also called a Myrtle Warbler, Butterbutt, or Yump. Females are more dull, with brown streaking on the front and back. TheyContinue reading “Yellow-rumped Warbler”
White-throated Sparrow
I have a flock of these cute little birds in my backyard. They are brown and black above and gray below. This bird has a black-and-white-striped head with a bright white throat. There is a yellow spot in front of each eye. Its length is between 6.3 – 7.1 inches. It weighs between 0.8 –Continue reading “White-throated Sparrow”
Blue Jays
I have several Blue Jays in my backyard. I often see a pair together. I’m assuming that is a male and female. Blue Jays often mate for life, staying with their partner all year long. These are beautiful birds with bright blue feathers. They have several shades of blue on their back feathers. They areContinue reading “Blue Jays”
Pine Warblers
Pine Warblers are colorful little birds. I almost confused them with the Tennessee Warbler. Pine Warblers are larger than Tennessee Warblers. These cute birds live high up in the pine trees. We have 3 very old and tall pine trees in our backyard that they enjoy. This bird’s length is 5.1 – 5.5 inches, weightContinue reading “Pine Warblers”
