Birdfeeding

[ysabetwordsmith]

Today is mostly sunny and cold.

I fed the birds.  I've seen a few sparrows but not much activity.

I put out water for the birds. 

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[king0fcrows]

I saw a mockingbird on my fence yesterday--and he seemed so big! Much bigger than robin, which is typically what I see in my yard. (I don't have any birdfeeders out.)

I also saw a gorgeous hawk a few weeks ago on my fence--but I'm not well-versed enough in birds to know what kind.

I really like birds.

I think the only reason I've never got into bird watching is because I'm largely an indoor person.

(Also why I don't garden, despite quite liking flowers.)

Thoughts

[ysabetwordsmith]

>> I saw a mockingbird on my fence yesterday--and he seemed so big! Much bigger than robin, which is typically what I see in my yard. (I don't have any birdfeeders out.) <<

Woohoo!

>> I also saw a gorgeous hawk a few weeks ago on my fence--but I'm not well-versed enough in birds to know what kind. <<

Around here we have redtailed hawks. If you want to explore yours, try searching (your state) hawk species. Some general resources ...

https://www.all-birds.com/Identify.htm

https://www.birds-of-north-america.net/

>> I really like birds. <<

:D Me too. They're so much fun to watch.

>> I think the only reason I've never got into bird watching is because I'm largely an indoor person.<<

It's totally possible to watch birds from indoors. Many people do it. Some set up a whole viewing station around a picture window -- our local nature center has one, but I've seen them in people's houses too. I have my birdfeeders set up to be visible from various windows, because the birds are easiest to see in cold weather, and when it's frigid with snow on the ground but a clear day then they mob the feeders.

>> (Also why I don't garden, despite quite liking flowers.) <<

Hmm ...

One option would be to look for a friend who likes gardening but lacks a yard.

Another would be to look for plants that require an absolute minimum of attention -- you stick them in, water a bit, and then ignore them. Most native species will take care of themselves once established. I have 2 acres, I can't be coddling everything. So I water the potted plants and whatever is new, but rarely more.

If you want just one thing you can plant and forget, an oak tree is ideal if you have the room for it. In a small yard, native bushes or flowers usually take care of themselves, and you can look for those that attract birds.

Taking a different approach, a birdbath will attract birds because far more people offer food than water.