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๐ Eastern Towhee vs. Baltimore Oriole โ Whatโs the Difference? ๐ฆ๐ค
We sometimes see people mix up the Eastern Towhee and the Baltimore Oriole, so hereโs a quick guide to help tell them apartโespecially for birdwatchers that watch our channel!
๐ Baltimore Oriole (Icterus galbula)
โ Bright orange body with a black head and wings
โ White wing bars on black wings
โ More slender with a pointed beak
โ In Nashville:
Mostly seen during spring migration (AprilโMay) ๐ก
Not a summer breeder hereโjust passing through!
โ Loves fruit, nectar, and jellyโoften seen at oriole feeders!
โซ Eastern Towhee (Pipilo erythrophthalmus)
โ Rusty-orange sides with a black head and back (males)
โ White belly and bold tail flicking behavior
โ Stockier with a thicker beak, perfect for cracking seeds
โ In Nashville:
Year-round resident โ Seen in all seasons! ๐ณ
Often found scratching in leaf litter under feeders
โ Eats mostly seeds, insects, and berries
๐ Quick ID Tips for Nashville:
โก If you see a bright orange bird in April-May eating fruit or nectarโit's an Oriole!
โก If you see a black-and-orange bird hopping on the ground or at our feeder, scratching for seedsโit's a Towhee!
Hope this helps!
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๐ค Which "Bird of the Day" this week was your favorite? โค๏ธ
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Bird of the Day: Golden-browed Chlorophonia (Chlorophonia callophrys) ๐๐
๐ Description:
The Golden-browed Chlorophonia is a stunningly vibrant songbird found in the cloud forests of Central America, particularly in Costa Rica and Panama. Males sport a bright green body, a golden-yellow forehead, and a deep blue cap, making them one of the most strikingly colorful birds in their range. Females have a similar look but with slightly duller plumage. These birds are fruit eaters, often seen high in the canopy foraging for berries and figs.
๐ข Did You Know?
Golden-browed Chlorophonias pair for life, and both parents help build the nest and raise their young!
๐ Conservation Status:
Listed as Least Concern, though deforestation threatens some of their native cloud forest habitats.
๐ก Fun Facts:
๐ Hidden Jewels โ Despite their bright colors, these birds can be surprisingly hard to spot as they blend into the lush green canopy.
๐ Fruit-Loving Feeders โ They primarily eat small fruits, playing an important role in seed dispersal.
๐ถ Soft, Sweet Calls โ Their song is a series of gentle, high-pitched whistles, often heard before they are seen.
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Bird of the Day: Snow Bunting (Plectrophenax nivalis) โ๏ธ
๐ Description:
The Snow Bunting is a small, hardy songbird known for its beautiful white and brown plumage, which helps it blend into snowy, wintery landscapes. Often called the "snow bird," it is a migratory species that spends its summers in the arctic tundra and winters in more temperate regions, including parts of North America. Snow Buntings are often seen in flocks, foraging in fields, grassy areas, and coastal regions during the winter months.
๐ข Did You Know?
Snow Buntings are one of the northernmost breeding birds, nesting in the Arctic and migratory areas, sometimes as far north as the Siberian tundra!
๐ Conservation Status:
The Snow Bunting is currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, although its population has declined in some regions due to habitat loss and climate change.
๐ก Fun Facts:
โ๏ธ Winter Specialists โ Snow Buntings are perfectly adapted for cold weather, with dense, insulating feathers and strong, muscular legs to help them forage in harsh winter conditions.
๐๏ธ Nomadic Lifespan โ These birds are often seen in large flocks, migrating long distances to find food and favorable weather, earning them the nickname "snow birds."
๐ถ Distinctive Call โ Their call is a soft, musical whistle, often heard when they are in flight, calling to other flock members.
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Here is a good example of the size difference of the Downy Woodpecker on the left and the Hairy Woodpecker on the right. This is from our feeder. The Hairy is bigger and has a longer beak.
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โ๏ธ Snow Incoming! Live Cams Ready! โ๏ธ
SNOW is on the way for Nashville, TN, with up to 6 inches possible! ๐จ๏ธ Iโm getting both the Main Cam and Members-Only Cam ready for tomorrow.
Stay tuned for some beautiful snowy birdwatching! ๐๏ธโ๏ธ
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๐คWould you be excited (or terrified) to see a Shoebill in the wild? Let us know! ๐ฆ๐ฆ
Bird of the Day: Shoebill Stork (Balaeniceps rex) ๐ฆ
๐ Description:
The Shoebill Stork, often called the โdinosaur birdโ, is one of the most prehistoric-looking birds in the world. Found in swamps and wetlands of central and eastern Africa, this massive bird stands up to 5 feet tall with a wingspan of 8 feet. Its huge, shoe-shaped bill allows it to catch fish, frogs, snakes, and even baby crocodiles! Despite its fierce appearance, the Shoebill is quiet, patient, and often motionless while hunting, using its famous โfreeze and seizeโ technique.
๐ข Did You Know?
Shoebills make a loud clattering noise with their beaks, similar to a machine gun! This is used for communication, bonding, and greeting their mates.
๐ Conservation Status:
Vulnerable โ With an estimated 5,000 โ 8,000 individuals left in the wild, their biggest threats are habitat destruction and wetland drainage, along with occasional hunting.
๐ก Fun Facts:
๐ฆ A Living Fossil โ With its massive size, piercing stare, and slow movements, the Shoebill looks like a real-life dinosaur.
๐ Master Hunter โ Shoebills stand completely still for long periods, waiting for the perfect moment to ambush prey.
๐คจ Intense Stare โ Their large, unblinking yellow eyes make them look angry all the time, but they are actually calm and gentle around humans.
๐ฉ๏ธ Silent Flyers โ Despite their size, Shoebills fly almost completely silently, making them stealthy predators.
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Pumpkin loves it here more than his own home, I think. Getting some sun today. โ๏ธ๐ฑ
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Bird of the Day: Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus)โ๏ธ๐
๐ Description:
The Bohemian Waxwing is a sleek, silky-plumaged songbird found in Canadaโs boreal forests during winter. With its soft gray body, black mask, and striking yellow-tipped tail, it stands out among snowy landscapes. Unlike many birds, it doesnโt defend a territory, preferring to travel in large, nomadic flocks in search of fruit.
๐ข Did You Know?
Bohemian Waxwings can eat fermented berries, sometimes getting drunk from the natural alcohol content! ๐ท๐ฆ
๐ Conservation Status:
Classified as Least Concern, but populations fluctuate based on berry availability.
๐ก Fun Facts:
๐ Berry Lovers โ Their diet consists almost entirely of fruit in winter, and they can eat over 1,000 berries a day!
โ๏ธ Winter Wanderers โ Unlike other songbirds, they donโt have a set migration pathโthey follow food sources instead.
๐ถ Soft Trills โ Their call is a high-pitched, buzzy trill, often heard as flocks move through trees.
๐ Wax-Like Tips โ The red tips on their wing feathers resemble sealing wax, giving them their name.
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๐ Welcome to the NEW Nashville Bird Cam! Bringing you up-close views of Tennesseeโs beautiful birds, now in 4K, perfect for TV viewing. ๐บ
๐ฆ Enjoy real-time birdwatching from home! Streaming live from Nashville (Music City USA), our cam has cardinals, blue jays, finches, woodpeckers, and more.
โค๏ธ Inspired by popular streams like the Cornell Lab, Bird Watching HQ, and Gettysburg bird cams. And educational channels like Lesley the Bird Nerd.
๐ For Our Community:
We offer two viewing experiences:
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๐ Subscribe and click the notification bell to never miss a moment! Thanks for your time and for being part of our bird-loving community! ๐ฆ๐ฅฐ