Some of our perennials, absent during the summer, are returned for the cold months. The first of these I spotted is the Northern Flicker, Yellow Shafted race. I last saw them at the suet feeder back in mid-May. They often vanish during the warm months surely thanks to a plenitude of insects. But last year I didn't see a return until November 1st and before that ('07-08) January! I am not sure what the early return means as it is still quite warm hereabouts and bugs are everywhere. So be that, I am glad to see these fascinating woodpeckers back at the feeders. Who else is back from summer vacation?
Monday, October 18, 2010
Return of the Flicker
Some of our perennials, absent during the summer, are returned for the cold months. The first of these I spotted is the Northern Flicker, Yellow Shafted race. I last saw them at the suet feeder back in mid-May. They often vanish during the warm months surely thanks to a plenitude of insects. But last year I didn't see a return until November 1st and before that ('07-08) January! I am not sure what the early return means as it is still quite warm hereabouts and bugs are everywhere. So be that, I am glad to see these fascinating woodpeckers back at the feeders. Who else is back from summer vacation?
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