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Originally Posted by Carl in Tampa
The number of visitors to the bird feeders is picking up rapidly. In addition to the usual Cardinals and Bluejays there are three or four smaller breeds that I haven't identified yet.
The very newest visitor, attracted perhaps by the large volume of smaller birds was a hawk this morning. I couldn't get a very good photo due to having to photograph through glass and a pool screen, but here he is on the fence.
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Describe these smaller birds and maybe I can help you identify them. Most definitely the hawk is hanging around for a meal. Several times I've seen Cooper Hawks swoop down and snatch birds in mid air around my feeder. It happened quickly and all I saw were feathers flying through the air.
What kind of seed do you use in your feeders? Do you have finch feeders, I love watching them eat upside down.
Years ago I had a Black Capped Chickadee eat nuts from my hand, what a thrill that was and even have a picture of it. Took a long time to get this bird to land in my hand.
I enjoy reading your birding post. It's a hobby I like very much and will continue to feed birds in TV. I hope it does not cause problems with the neighbors.