Spring is in the Air

House Finches, Song Sparrows, Carolina Wrens, Cardinals and Carolina Chickadees were all in full song. Tufted Titmouse were forming pairs following each other through dogwood, cherry and crape myrtles while Mourning Doves sat beside each other bonding.

A pair of White-breasted Nuthatches (left and below) were at the top of a maple tree with the male excavating last years Downy Woodpecker cavity to his specifications. His potential mate stayed close by, occasionally flying over to investigate his work where upon he quickly chased her away. He undoubtedly did not want her to see his unfinished craftsmanship.