Good afternoon dear Blogger friends. As I popped onto the veranda this morning, I noticed this bird on the lawn. I have heard its call in the past few weeks which is a mixture of harsh and whistled phrases. So I was glad it was in my garden foraging for earthworms in the newly rained-upon grass.
Groundscraper Thrush
This bird seemed to be quite young. Firstly it still had a slightly yellow gape and secondly it was not at all perturbed that a dog and three cats were on the veranda while a human snapped away at it.
I'm linking to Saturday Critters with Eileen, here
HAPPY SATURDAY TO YOU ALL!
It really is beautiful with all the speckles. I guess it will learn about the critters soon!
ReplyDeleteWhat an alert looking charmer. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteHello, Jo,
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bird, I love it's markings and pretty details. Wonderful photos, I'm glad it was not shy. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a happy weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment..
Quite a beauty.
ReplyDeleteGroundscraper Thrush looks pretty!
ReplyDeletebeautiful images and I think this bird is a Mistle thrush. Certainly looks like our one here. Hope you are well. Have a wonderful and safe week ahead
ReplyDeleteBrave bird, and striking too.
ReplyDeleteHello,:=) It's a beautiful Thrush. I love the very pronounced markings on it's breast.
ReplyDeleteYou got some great shots, Jo. Have a good week!
ReplyDeleteNice when birds cooperate. Rarely happens for me.
ReplyDeleteI agree it must be very young to have no fear of canine,feline or humans. love the speckles
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