Ever had a bird you really wanted to see, but until you learned its song, your sightings were few and far between? American Redstarts were one of those birds for me. However once I learned their song, I discovered they were all over the place in the Northwoods.
When I went looking for my owls yesterday afternoon, and could not find them I did not mind. Redstart males were everywhere having fights as they defined territory and waited for the ladies to arrive.
Wonderful capture! Learning the different bird songs and of warblers in particular has enhanced my experience in the woods enormously. I definitely hear them far more often than I see them 🙂
good news they’re back. we’ve had a nesting pair for many years, but didn’t see them last year. you’ve given me hope.