Immature Eastern Towhee at Governor Bridge Natural Area

“Another day in paradise”, as they say. I don’t mind going out in marginal weather, but I’m getting spoiled with this run of excellent birding weather.
M first immature Towhee had me stumped until I got some help from the experts at AA Bird club. A begging vireo was a nice find, but many birds stayed partly hidden in the foliage, frustrating me a great deal. I did find a few more nice bugs.

Northern Cardinal

This female Northern Cardinal seemed to be watching me.


Magnolia Warbler

This appears to be a first year Magnolia Warbler.


Eastern Towhee

Eastern Towhee

Eastern Towhee

This is my first immature Eastern Towhee.

White Eyed Vireo

White Eyed Vireo

White Eyed Vireo

White Eyed Vireo

This White Eyed Vireo was begging for food, probably from a parent.

Northern Parula

I’m not positive this is a Northern Parula.

Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Several birds stayed partially hidden today, like this Yellow Billed Cuckoo.

Brown Thrasher

This Brown Thrasher was also reluctant to show himself.

Caterpillar 10

Caterpillar 14Turbulent Phosphila Moth caterpillar

Caterpillar 15

Caterpillar 16

Ladybug 1

Spider 9

Spider 10

All these bugs make good bird food.

All these bugs make good bird food.