Not your "everyday" backyard bird

I kept hearing rumors of an unusual visitor to Berry Hill over the last few months. Yesterday, I finally witnessed her...our resident wild turkey was at the store most of the afternoon and seemed perfectly at home there. The other birds, squirrels and even the resident chipmunk all did double takes, though, along with every customer who came in while she was there.

She is always by herself...very independent obviously. Loved the corn, peanuts and water provided. She is an inspiration to all the "single ladies" out there !! YOU GO GIRL !!

Never Know....

Alan B. came in yesterday toting a picture that he asked for an ID on. These are the types of identification that I do not mind one bit! The IDs over the phone are virtually impossible - there is just no knowing what the bird could possibly be, which this case exemplifies... He had a Parakeet in his feeder.

Little Keet probably escaped his home, at least we hope that he was not merely released. He will likely survive throughout the temperate season if he does not become a part of the food chain. Unfortunately for him, he doesn't have much in the way of defense skills for our indigenous wildlife.

For now, Alan and his family will just enjoy the pretty blue bird on the feeder. Thanks for the pix, Alan!!