Coopers Hawk in my Yard

Check it out all. My first hawk photo. I can even identify it as a coopers hawk (I think). I was in my kitchen fuddling around when all of a sudden I could see my trash birds run for cover. They scattered in every direction known to man. I ran to the window and there it was. It sat very patiently for about 20 minutes waiting for a house sparrow to come out of hiding. I felt so bad for him because it was windy out and he was obviously hungry. I wished he would eat burgers or something like that because I would have gladly made him one with all of the fixings. Suddenly my red bellied woodpecker appeared and I grew sick to my stomach. I kind of tapped on the window to make him go away but he wouldn't.

I was torn at this point between the hawk and my red bellied and the red bellied won. My neighbors have been feeding birds for five years now and have never had one of these birds visit their feeders before. I feel his presence here is an honor and I couldn't see him become the hawks lunch. I went out there slowly and hissed at him and sure enough he flew away. The hawk just stared at me annoyed and I drew closer for a photo and off he flew to where the pigeons hang out.

I so wish he would have gotten a house sparrow or a starling as they are a pain in the you know what. Those trash birds are smart little buggers and hide instantly whenever a hawk arrives in my yard. I guess that is why they are so abundant and have taken over the bird world.

I had my first flock of goldfinches today. Usually I get only 2 or 3 at a time but this afternoon I had about 10. It was quite the site to see. I have a feeling I will be refilling my nyjer tomorrow morning.

Finally Squiggy sitting in the coconut feeder. I cannot get over how resourceful and well balanced he is to hang on this thing. He looked so sweet sitting there I couldn't' yell at him. I just took a couple of pictures and let him eat in peace. I am sure it's not easy being a squirrel this time of year.