Backyard and Beyond

Starting out from Brooklyn, an amateur naturalist explores our world.

As John Burroughs said, “The place to observe nature is where you are.”

Springing All The Sudden

This is the time of year when spring rushes in and overwhelms: your blogger ends up with a full heart and full camera and not enough days in the week.waxmaplesSilhouettes of Cedar Waxwings amidst the blooming maple. AcerMore Acer.Sayornis phoebeAmongst the many signs (and sighs) of spring, the Eastern Phoebe’s pumping tail surely ranks near the top. Saying its name is up there too, but this one was silent.Agelaius phoeniceusRed-winged Blackbirds, however, were playing the dozens around the Upper Pool.IMG_5964

One response to “Springing All The Sudden”

  1. Great photos! Spring is definitely on the way…Thanks for sharing : )

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