#wild nj

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He knew exactly what he was doing.

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Early in November, I saw what I thought was just a few sparrows bathing in this puddle and decided to take their picture. Upon further investigation, I learned (if Google image is to be trusted) that the middle bird is either an immature or female blue grosbeak.

If that’s true, then it’s a lifer for me.

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I wonder how many of these little fish they eat in a day.

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This jay was traveling with the jay I shared yesterday, so it’s not the same bird. I’ll put more peanuts out for them when the rain stops. No one likes soggy nuts.

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No pictures, please.

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You’ve got the right idea today, buddy. 🥵

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I’ve been watching these Mourning Doves since they started building their nest in late May. I’ve asked every day since I noticed eggs if there were babies yet. This morning I got to capture this moment, and it was so special. I’m so proud of them!!