"A Sand County Almanac"

"THERE ARE SOME WHO CAN LIVE WITHOUT WILD THINGS AND SOME WHO CANNOT."
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Sunday, January 14, 2018

Water Is Especially Important In Winter


When streams and other natural water sources freeze birds like the mockingbird can have a hard time getting hydrated.

 While crossing a small stream I noticed that there were a variety of birds visiting an area near the creek bank.  While I watched a chickadee returned to drink...





Several robins were competing for a chance to drink...



One robin shared the opening in the ice with a sparrow...


When a second robin arrived the sparrow, and a cardinal waiting nearby, were intimidated into leaving...


If one provides seed during the winter, please keep in mind that it is just as important to offer fresh water...



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