I found Golden-crowned Kinglets at two locations along the lakefront in Milwaukee. Those locations were Veterans Park and Lake Park. Flocks of about a dozen at each spot. They focused on feeding in the lawn areas and where water was. I assume they were eating gnats or whatever they could find, it was nonstop action with this species like usual. That was the highlight of the day. Other species seen to note, Field Sparrows, Song Sparrows and Common Grackles. I heard my 1st Gray Catbird of the year but did not see it. It was a very pleasant morning to be out birding with highs in the 50’s, some sun, no wind. Images were taken on April 5, 2019.
Looking for the next insect to eat…
Looking…
All they do it seems is go from one insect to another…they will fly 15 or 20 feet for an insect, their vision or hearing must be that good…
Beautiful!
Flying to the next insect…
Looking…
Getting something here…
A quick turn looking for the next bite…
Driving by, a birder can’t miss a dozen of these bird fluttering on the ground eating insects in a small area on the lawn…
Getting something here…
Fabulous, Fabulous, Jim. Thanks for sharing your extraordinary talent!!
Wow!
Very beautiful Jim. I love these little birds—we even see them in our suburban yard! Great captures!!
Love these! So many beautiful details. I think of kinglets as practice for warblers 🙂
They are beautiful… and the epitome of cuteness!
Great closeups. Thanks for sharing.