I went to visit my parents in southwestern Missouri last week and had a great time even though it rained hard for 3 of the 4 days I was there. It was a welcome change from the drought in the Texas panhandle. It must have rained at least 6 inches in those three days which is more than we’ve gotten at home in the last six months. They have a nce covered patio, though, and they keep several bird feeders near by so I was able to see some birds that I don’t usually get to see in Hutchinson County, Texas.
Baltimore Oreoles are pretty rare arond where I live. I’ve only seen one once in the last 10 years.
We have Black-chinned hummers in the panhandle but I’ve only seen these Ruby-throated Humingbirds when we visit Missouri.
Downy Woodpeckers are pretty common around Lake Meredith in the winter but I rarely get this close to them.
I have heard of sighting of Northern Parulas in the panhandle but I’ve never seen one before, so this is a new bird for me.
Another new bird for my list-a Gray-cheeked Thrush.
White-breasted Nuthatch
American Goldfinch
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