Birds of a Feather is back with our new blog, Birding and Bonding! Our previous objective remains the same. Our goal is to find all birds that live on Long Island year round. The only rule is that in order to add a bird to our list, we must see it when we are together. That's where the bonding comes in. Life can get so hectic that we sometimes fail to enjoy the more important things. This gives us a wonderful outlet to make sure we take the time.

Of course, Long Island has many migratory birds, as well. We certainly don't want to ignore them. We will blog about them as well. Armed with new cameras and renewed incentive, we look forward to getting back on the birding trail!

Saturday, April 10, 2010

BIRD OF THE WEEK - Week Four (BLACK-CAPPED CHICKADEE)

If you've had any trouble identifying any of the bird calls over the past three weeks, fear not.  This week will be a breeze.  The Chickadee's call is the same as it's name:  Chick-a-dee-dee-dee.  It is very clear and enunciated as is the fee-bee call. In the fee-bee call, the first note is higher than the second note.  I think of it as someone saying you-who. This is usually followed by another Chickadee responding with the same call.  There are other various calls they make, but the above two are the most distinctinve.  Here's the link to have a listen, http://www.birdjam.com/learn.php. Click on Black-Capped Chickadee.  These adorable little birds are quite inquisitive and trusting.  They will even feed out of your hand once they become used to you.  Look for them just about everywhere:  deciduous trees and evergreen trees in neighborhoods and parks.  Common at feeders.  As always, Happy Birding!
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