Black-capped Chickadee.
A clear and snow-covered and windy morning, with a lumpy trail to climb. Jack and I enjoyed the brisk walk, though, which was punctuated by the distinctive two-note spring songs of chickadees. Two sang dueling songs near the gate—the first a whole step higher then the latter, and their two-note songs also (as usual) descended full step. Someday I’ll write a symphony that begins that way.
Another sure sign of spring.
Beech Hill List
Beginning at 9:45 a.m., I hiked the open trail.
1. Black-capped Chickadee**
2. American Crow*
3. American Goldfinch
4. American Robin*
5. Tufted Titmouse (v)
6. Herring Gull*
Elsewhere
7. Mourning Dove
8. Northern Cardinal
9. Rock Pigeon
10. Mallard
v = Voice only
*Also elsewhere
**Voice only elsewhere
Tags: American crow, American goldfinch, American robin, black-capped chickadee, herring gull, mallard, mourning dove, northern cardinal, rock pigeon, tufted titmouse
