Saturday, June 22, 2013

Birding: June 20 - Cute little baby robin!

June 20 : cute #fmsphotoaday Took a picture of this little fledgling while it's Mama was harassing me from a nearby branch. #robin #birding #ilovebirds


I was walking through our garden when I spotted this little fella' hidden amongst the leaves. I don't know what made me look, but I'd seen the mottled orange chest, and did a double take! A little baby robin, perched on a disused fence, looking a wee bit scared. I think it was learning to fly and perhaps was just taking a break when I spotted it. It then tried to sit very still, hoping and praying to its bird gods that I don't notice him.

And what did I do?

I stopped in my tracks, stooped down and started to talk to it. I mean, if someone were to see me, they'd probably think I was crazy, squatting amongst the trees, talking to myself. Actually, I just wanted to do encourage the little bird to fly. I was tempted to reach out and let it perch on my arm, like I did with those orphan starlings a year ago, but this little birdie didn't know me, and I shouldn't get too friendly too soon. And of course, in a minute, I heard its noisy Mama on a nearby branch, chirping and squawking, telling me to leave her baby alone.

I'll let nature do its thing. This little birdie will fly very soon. Good luck and fly safe!

6 comments:

  1. Sooo cute! Great picture! It does look scared a little :) Have a great weekend.

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  2. awww, it's adorable! maybe you'll spot it taking flight soon! :D

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  3. How sweet and adorable! I would totally talk to it too.

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  4. Hahaha you are so cute! I talk to birds as well but I always make sure no one sees me because they might think I'm crazy. (I talk to plants as well hahaha)

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  5. Awwww, what a sweet little bird! I hope he flys soon :)

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  6. Oh, cute story! I'm sure he 'found his wings' so to speak.

    I'm always that crazy girl stooping down to talk to wildlife too, so no worries. :)

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