Marblehead Posted March 5, 2014 He won't visit me at my current home, there's no trees. It's rather sad. ... Have you considered putting up some trellises and a feeder? Works for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Mar-Vell Posted March 5, 2014 ... Current abode is hermit's cell-like bedsit on major road in south east london. Second floor, no garden. Perhaps I would spot Chatter if I went for a walk in the park. But then, I might not be sure it was really Chatter. I know its Chatter because he comes to visit me, not the other way round. ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted March 5, 2014 ... Current abode is hermit's cell-like bedsit on major road in south east london. Second floor, no garden. Perhaps I would spot Chatter if I went for a walk in the park. But then, I might not be sure it was really Chatter. I know its Chatter because he comes to visit me, not the other way round. ... Well, that eliminates that idea. However, if you saw Chatter in the park it would still be Chatter. I know you have a pretty good imagination. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Mar-Vell Posted March 5, 2014 ... My old nan used to say I had the most marvellous imagination. Er birds, just pigeons. I shall move in no more than six months. It's just where to, that's the question. Hopefully somewhere with some nice birds. ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted March 5, 2014 Yeah, the pigeons. While they do get to be a pian sometimes we have to admire them for their adaptability. One of, if not the most, successful birds on the planet. They have large populations on every continent except Antarctica. Best Wishes with your move. Maybe some place where you can enjoy nature more? And yes, more birds (beside pigeons). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stosh Posted March 5, 2014 Aussie shru bland : Shru Bland is right Nah Im just kidding , Oz looks like the most amazing place in the world to me., even the parts that look like the oven above. It doesnt however look like the classic 'garden of eden' , but still , looking beyond that , still awe inspiring. My sister , who had the advantage to travel all over most of the world ( but not australia I think) , found death valley USA, (of all places ) to be the most singularly beautiful. ( and with the additional perk of not being crowded at all!). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stosh Posted March 5, 2014 ... My old nan used to say I had the most marvellous imagination. Er birds, just pigeons. I shall move in no more than six months. It's just where to, that's the question. Hopefully somewhere with some nice birds. ... Im not sure exactly where you are , but here, there are plenty of places within a hop skip and jump ( less than an hour) where there is plenty of wildlife, birds , fishing , hiking etc. but when I first moved here that wasnt apparent , not at all , I bemoaned the dearth of such stuff in Orlando. But ! I wasnt right about that , so Im volunteering that maybe it might be similar for you.. and suggest you find a comfortable spot to live foremost , and then only as afterthought , consider the wildness that may be around. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted March 5, 2014 ... Current abode is hermit's cell-like bedsit on major road in south east london. Second floor, no garden. Perhaps I would spot Chatter if I went for a walk in the park. But then, I might not be sure it was really Chatter. I know its Chatter because he comes to visit me, not the other way round. ... Open the window and put a perch on the sill. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Mar-Vell Posted March 5, 2014 ... That would just attract pigeons who would crap on all the passers by below. Maybe not such a good idea. But I will soon enough be leaving this place. All in good time. ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted March 5, 2014 . It doesnt however look like the classic 'garden of eden' , but still , looking beyond that , still awe inspiring. 'Bath and shower'. 20 mins from my place - just as nice here but no photos there is a cave behind the waterfall looking out from in the cave http://www.tripadvisor.com.au/ShowUserReviews-g528948-d3340756-r152282927-Dorrigo_National_Park-Dorrigo_New_South_Wale.html Oh ... there are pics of Nungali head mountain in there . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stosh Posted March 5, 2014 Ah well ,Nungali , youve made your point well there , some parts of OZ certainly are jewels -like the pix above. ( Yall should get rid of your public relations people , all I ever see from there are crocodile infested swamps , deserts, and overly crowded beaches filled with deadly box jellies ,, oh , and an opera house Id probably never go to.) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted March 5, 2014 hence the wide bird variety Lyre bird displaying: 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted March 5, 2014 How could she resist a display like that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nungali Posted March 6, 2014 Misquoted from the Rite of Luna. Pan: 'Hath no woman lifted his veil?" 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zerostao Posted March 18, 2014 i was watching a lone male cardinal today, he was a sight to see and a joy to listen to. didnt see any female cardinals around him--but he was singing his heart out and looking good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted March 18, 2014 i was watching a lone male cardinal today, he was a sight to see and a joy to listen to. didnt see any female cardinals around him--but he was singing his heart out and looking good. Likely just arrived from down South somewhere and was proclaiming territory and hoping to attract a female. The Cardinals here stay all year so I am seeing them nearly every day. A couple days ago I saw what I think was a male finch or wren with his chest and belly all bright yellow. Must be time for them to be getting together. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zerostao Posted March 18, 2014 maybe he just got here from the south, but we do have many cardinals stay the winter here. he was definately trying to attract a female. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted March 19, 2014 "Like a bird in a cage, " I did a search a while back and found that the chicken evolved in Southeast Asia. (Likely in the evolution of the chicken the egg came first.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GrandmasterP Posted March 23, 2014 Anybody else salute solitary Magpie's whenever spotted? I always do thusly... " Bonjour Pi, et commen ca va avec votre enfants?" Always strike me as being French somehow do Magpies hence that salute. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zerostao Posted March 23, 2014 I wish I had magpies visiting here. I am lucky to have the crow and blue jay hanging about. they watch me more than I watch them. I imagine that magpie would be similar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GrandmasterP Posted March 23, 2014 Out with the dogs today and a bright sunny morning. I'm watching the dogs sniffing about on the field and the shadow of a bird possibly a crow quite a big shadow 'flies' across the ground. Right across the field past the dogs and towards me and then away behind me. I never looked up to see the bird. The bird's shadow was profound though. One of those 'dog walking' moments. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted March 23, 2014 No magpies in my area either as far as I know. A couple pigeons have figured out how to land on my smaller bird feeder. They have to land on it sidewise and it requires a lot of balance and coordination. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GrandmasterP Posted March 23, 2014 Wood pigeons round here have to keep their heads down. Shooting chums describe those chaps as " The filet mignon of the skies" . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted March 23, 2014 Wood pigeons round here have to keep their heads down. Shooting chums describe those chaps as " The filet mignon of the skies" . Poor critters. I love the Morning (Mourning) Doves that come around my place. Pretty songs they sing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
