I went back through my snow pics from last week and ran across a nice surprise. I found this picture of a Cedar Waxwing! I haven't sighted a Waxwing in my yard. He just seemed to blow in and out with the winter weather.
The Cedar Waxwing is a very pretty bird and distinctive one too. The black color on its face gives it the appearance of having a black mask and it has a very shiny, gold color to it. As you can see below, it also has yellow tips on the end of its wing.
Arkansas is in its winter range and I'm glad I got to see it before it started its migration!
Good birding and God Bless!
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Congratulations on the yard Waxwing. We are fortunate here to have them year round in some pretty good numbers. Even so, I always stop and look because they are a nice bird.
Vern
It is so thrilling when you can add a new bird to your life list! I say my first cedar waxwing last winter
Oh, I just love the Cedar Waxwing!
It is one unique-looking bird! I saw my first ones just a short distance from my home. They are awesome! I am liking you to my blog, feel free to do the same, thanks!
Onedia, thanks for visiting.
Vern, what a treat, they are such a pretty bird to me.
Valleygirl, it is very exciting to see a new bird for the first time!
B, Already done! Thanks for linking to me too!
Ongratulations! Cedar Waxwings are terrific birds to see-especially in your own yard.
Larry, yes I was excited. Almost missed him with all the excitement with the 'feeding frenzy' during our snow storm. I hope he comes back for another visit!
I am new to birding in Michigan. I'm hoping to see the waxwing.
What great shots and a great bird!
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Hey J. Karl, you've been tagged for the 6 word memoir meme.
Craig
http://craigsbirds.blogspot.com
Great photos! I think the waxwing is such a "polished bird." Very nice blog. I am going to add you to my faves!
Shelley
www.birdinginmichigan.blogspot.com
Shellmo, Thanks for the comment. I only hope the Waxwing will return on a much clearer day! The snow storm didn't make for good pictures. I've actually been waiting for one to show up all winter!
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