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Chris Rohrer's avatar

Sadly, I must report that they had to put the female down. With the right vegetation, this bird will show up in our yards. I put 2 berry bushes/trees in our yard here at El Presidio.

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Ken Lamberton's avatar

Yes, I had heard that--so sad...maybe loved to death? I'm putting in more fruit-bearing shrubs in Bisbee--raspberries, blackberries and blueberries!

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Chris Rohrer's avatar

That's wonderful! They will eat them up that's for sure! After that first cold snap, they all start feeding as the berries are made to perfection.

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Arlene Ripley's avatar

Enjoyed the bird photos. The very first Varied Thrush I saw in AZ was in Bisbee so I'm sure one will find your yard.

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Ken Lamberton's avatar

I'm always hopeful! Thanks Arlene!

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Wendy M's avatar

Merry Christmas, Ken, to you and yours!

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Ken Lamberton's avatar

Thanks Wendy--same to you. Hope it is blessed with family and friends!

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michael hogan's avatar

Beautiful photos, Ken. Thanks so much for sharing. Merry Christmas to you and your lovely family. --Mike and Lucinda Hogan

P.S.Please share our Christmas wishes with Dick Shelton.

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Ken Lamberton's avatar

Thanks Mike! Wishing you and Lucinda the best in 2022! I'll pass along your kindness to Dick...

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