Birds

Golden Oriole Bird

This tropical sounding  birdsong  has driven me potty.I have  spent hours and subsequently driven my husband potty trying to spot the bird  for identification. Finally  ,about  2 weeks ago ,when our cherry trees  were ready for harvesting these elusive  birds  swept in and had a cherry feast. They were the brightest  canary  yellow  with distinctive black bands on their wings and I watched  spellbound. 

 I managed to call my husband to see them  and he was  amazed  at the sight. This in itself is amazing as it is usually only  things with 4 wheels  that capture his attention. 

They  left  minutes later  with only  their  distinctive calls fading into the distance. 

A  truly  breathtaking  spectacle which  although only lasting a few minutes  was so special. ...I'm so pleased  we both managed to see them. 

The birds are the rarely seen  as they tend to  stay  in   tree tops ,usually in the early morning or evenings. 

I heard them again this morning and although  couldn't  see  them managed  to  record  their  birdsong. ..hiding under the walnut tree!