Springtime in the Backyard
March 27, 2026 - Springtime birds in the backyard - a Painted Bunting plays peek-a-boo while a Palm Warbler swallows a moth
Backyard photography
A nature photographer’s images and stories of birds, butterflies, and other creatures from her backyard near Orlando, FL
Wings of Steel
March 17, 2026 - Ruby-throated Hummingbirds have figured out the trick to survival in Central Florida after a hard freeze - and my feeders play a big part
Hanging out with the Hummingbirds
January 18, 2026 - Photographing the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds in my dad's backyard, where the males flash their gorgets and the juveniles need to wipe the pollen from their chins!
First of Fall Painted Bunting! 2025
October 6, 2025 - My first-of-fall Painted Bunting always brings a shout of joy in our backyard
Giving Thanks
December 7, 2024 - Birds and photographer alike were thankful for well-stocked feeders for Thanksgiving
Whiskey’s New Life Bird
October 16, 2024 - A Rose-breasted Grosbeak and Ruby-throated Hummingbirds visited us after Hurricane Milton
First of Fall Painted Bunting
October 5, 2024 - My first of fall Painted Bunting showed up right on time on October 2
Precious’s Birds
July 14, 2024 - My dad's cat Precious supervised me as I photographed her backyard birds. Baby cardinals, blue jays, and mockingbirds enjoyed Bird Feeder Refill Time.
More Antics from the Backyard Birdcam
March 11, 2024 - Video collage from the backyard birdcams in early spring. Lots of funny behaviors at the feeders and birdbath
Some Sun at Last! More Backyard Birds
February 15, 2024 - Backyard bird photography session in late January yielded birds transitioning into breeding plumage and a Ruby-throated Hummingbird!
Cloudy Afternoon in the Backyard
February 5, 2024 - A backyard photography session with my winter birds: Painted Bunting, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, and Orange-crowned Warbler
Happy New Year!
January 1, 2024 - We'll kick off 2024 with a Ruby-throated Hummingbird image and a video collage from the backyard birdcams
Hummingbirds and a Squirrel’s Foot!
December 1, 2023 - Videos from a backyard birdcam show at least 2 hummers visiting my feeder and fighting off the bees! Plus a stray squirrel foot...
It’s Time to Bring out the Goldfinch Feeders!
November 26, 2023 - My first-of-fall American Goldfinch and my Painted Buntings are enjoying my caged feeder. Fun video of the feeder squabbles!
The Snowbirds are Back!
October 15, 2023 - The snowbirds are back! Returning feathered friends enjoy a birdbath in Central Florida
Summer Birds at the Birdcam
September 4, 2023 - Birdcam recap from Summer 2023. Mourning Doves, House Finches, Northern Cardinals, and our extra-early Painted Bunting!
First of Fall Painted Bunting 2023 – Very Early!!
August 31, 2023 - First of fall Painted Bunting 2023 comes on the heels of Hurricane Idalia. Record early arrival!
Silly Birds in my Backyard
April 21, 2023 - Springtime backyard bird photography in Central Florida. Nesting cardinals, thrashers, a visiting hawk, and a new Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Zippy is a Real Boy! Ruby-throated Hummingbird Molt
April 17, 2023 - A juvenile Ruby-throated Hummingbird molts into his adult gorget in front of my camera. From two tiny dots to a flashy red necklace!
Painted Buntings Spring 2023
March 23, 2023 - Hosting Painted Buntings in my backyard each winter is a thrill that never gets old. These colorful birds are a delight to photograph
Brown Thrasher Nest-Building (Goldilocks Style)
March 22, 2023 - The Brown Thrashers are building a nest in my backyard! The male stood for minutes selecting and discarding sticks to find the perfect one
Sometimes Everybirdy is Skittish
March 11, 2023 - A nearby Red-shouldered Hawk makes everybirdy in the backyard skittish. Orange-crowned Warbler and Ruby-throated Hummingbird nectar anyway
Foggy Morning in the Backyard
March 8, 2023 - A foggy morning was perfect for backyard bird photography! My Ruby-throated Hummingbird nectar on the saliva with the Orange-crowned Warbler
Zippy the Hummingbird on Purple Firespike
March 4, 2023 - Backyard bird photography - a Ruby-throated Hummingbird nectars from Purple Firespike plants on a foggy February morning
Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend!
February 17, 2023 - Today kicks off the Backyard Bird Count. Get out and see how many feathered friends hang out in your own backyard!
Another Morning of Backyard Birds
February 15, 2023 - A nasty weather morning turned out to be a perfect backyard photography morning, with warblers, hummingbirds, and buntings all posing for my camera
Zippy in Green (Hummingbird photography)
February 12, 2023 - Ruby-throated Hummingbird images from my backyard garden. My little juvie "Zippy" is quite photogenic!
Fun Poses from Zippy the Hummingbird
February 5, 2023 - Backyard images of a Ruby-throated Hummingbird nectaring from purple salvia flowers
Windy Afternoon in the Backyard Bird Blind
January 27, 2023 - My feathered friends braved the wind and posed for my camera - Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Pine Warbler, and a very possessive Northern Cardinal!
Rufous Hummingbird at my Parents’ Feeder!
January 21, 2023 - A Rufous Hummingbird showed up to nectar at my mom's hummingbird feeder! Neat video as he flashes his bright red feathers on his chest
Around the Backyard
January 20, 2023 - The backyard birds are very active right now - goldfinches, hooded mergansers, butterfly chrysalises, and hummingbird close-ups!
Winter Backyard Visitors
January 7, 2023 - Winter backyard birding - Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Tufted Titmouse, Pine Warblers, and a Sharp-shinned Hawk
Close-up Videos of my Mom’s Hummingbirds!
December 29, 2022 - This year Santa brought my mom a video camera for her bird feeder, and the verdict is in: it’s awesome! My dad set up the camera next to the busiest hummingbird feeder, which has been busier than usual with this week’s cold snap. So now my mom gets a notification every time her hummingbirds come […]
Merry Christmas Birdwatching!
December 26, 2022 - Testing a Blink Outdoor camera as a bird camera. It captured bird baths, bird feeder activity, and a few surprise visitors!
Let’s Go Artemis!
November 16, 2022 - This morning’s launch was an exciting step for our return to the moon. The Orlando sky lit up as the rocket climbed through the clouds!
Adios Ian!
October 1, 2022 - Aftermath of Ian included two early migrants - Black-throated Blue Warbler and Gray Catbird
Painted Buntings are Back to Welcome Hurricane Ian
September 27, 2022 - Our first-of-fall Painted Buntings arrived a day before Hurricane Ian is projected to pass through the area
Looking for My Mom’s Banded Hummingbirds
March 12, 2022 - Flight shots of Ruby-throated Hummingbirds at my mom's feeders. Was one of them banded by Fred Bassett? Maybe!
Surprise American White Pelicans
February 6, 2022 - A surprise flock of American White Pelicans visited our neighborhood pond and swam some laps with our resident Double-crested Cormorants
Sunset on 2021
December 29, 2021 - Sunset photos from a new location within walking distance of my house
+1 for the Backyard Bird List!
October 30, 2021 - A Black-and-white Warbler was a first-time visitor to our backyard, increasing the cats' life list total to 65 birds!
**SIX** Bluebirds in my Backyard!!!
October 24, 2021 - Cue the squeals and the happy dance when a record total of six bluebirds visited the backyard!
First of Fall Painted Bunting in my Backyard! 2021
October 12, 2021 - My first of fall Painted Bunting showed up right on schedule at my feeder this morning! :)
More Fun Birds from Outback Key!
June 25, 2021 - Great photography on Outback Key - Red Knots, Reddish Egret, drunken Willet, Piping Plover, a tired Western Sandpiper, and Least Terns!
Backyard Birding in my Parents’ Backyard
June 19, 2021 - Backyard birding with my parents and their feline ornithologist. Baby Brown Thrasher, Northern Mockingbird family, and diving Purple Martins
Snowy Plover Family
May 22, 2021 - Snowy Plover family at Fort De Soto: Mom, Dad, and two adorable fuzzballs! Tiny plovers are hard to photograph as they dart along the beach