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It is a shame that this kind of bird will take smaller prey. Not much one can do though.

posted by C_C_T on November 8, 2022 at 10:47 AM | link to this | reply

I don't think I have ever seen a hawk up close like that.

posted by Annicita on November 8, 2022 at 6:30 AM | link to this | reply

Although I know the hawks have to eat too, I don't want to be around when a little creature is nabbed by one.

posted by adnohr on November 7, 2022 at 3:04 PM | link to this | reply

What a lovely yard you have! It's such fun to watch the creatures go about their lives. It's also fun when they return. 

posted by Sea_Gypsy on November 7, 2022 at 2:52 PM | link to this | reply

I have one walnut tree and one maple both gifts in pots. I planted in other annuals before they came through but they are looking healthy. No I don't intend to plant them out. Just let them grow with annuals around and if they get too big I will put them out front as gifts to any neighbor that may want them.

posted by Kabu on November 7, 2022 at 2:13 PM | link to this | reply

Good morning

We have that same issue here. Those hawks are very sneaky birds who hide and wait for their moment to pounce on my furry and feathered friends. I always know when one is near simply by seeing the untouched seeds and treats that I put out for them.

posted by Sherri_G on November 7, 2022 at 7:02 AM | link to this | reply

Good Morning

Pat, the squirrels have cleaned up all the nuts in the yard.  I'm not sure where they stored them but they've got a smorgasbord to enjoy at some point.  I think they are out foraging for more nuts because I haven't seen them in a couple days.  I wonder if they know something about the weather that I don't know.  Every now and then we get this large group of wild turkeys walking through the yard.  I wonder if they are friends with the squirrels or enemies?  I honestly don't know.  

posted by Goldiec on November 7, 2022 at 6:34 AM | link to this | reply