I do love watching the Blackbirds getting busy at this time of year. The birds are starting to pair up and fights and squabbles over territory can be heard.
The rain has bought the worms up closer to the surface and they are easy to hear and get to.
The male is keeping an eye out for cats and other threats while his lady has her meal. They will be getting into nest building soon and after she has incubated the eggs he will be busy helping her feed the next generation.
es I agree, a lovely quiet bird to watch with a lovely song. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteWell captured with the worm in its beak Jocee.
ReplyDeletePAiring already? You seem to have a very short winter! (But we in Canada have a long one.)
ReplyDeleteOur summer is going fast and your spring is almost here. Amazing how time flies.. I love the blackbirds. It is neat watching their behavior.. Great post and photos. Thank you for linking up to my critter party.. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteI like the shot with the worm and the last one...nice!
ReplyDeleteyour blackbirds are SO handsome. i've loved them since i first saw them on a blog.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful birds! I love the last shot.
ReplyDeleteNice shots!
ReplyDeletelovely photos and glad to see one picking up its dinner
ReplyDeleteJust have to love nature, right? They are pretty birds!! Love the one of the male watching over his love and protecting.
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up at I'd Rather B Birdin' this weekend. Always appreciated!!
Such great-looking birds!
ReplyDeleteFAntastic shots of a beautiful bird!
ReplyDeletePretty shots!
ReplyDeleteThere aren't a lot of them around the house but I do see them in the paddocks. They are fun to watch!
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