Verdins are so precious….with their little gold heads and red spot on each shoulder.
I had no idea how many we had nesting here until I planted the Little Leaf Cordia!
They’ve been entertaining the cats every morning while feeding on microscopic insects.
Their nests are reminiscent of Cactus Wren’s nests in that they use a small hole to enter.
Every morning this week (very early), I’ve noticed a pair of very tiny birds visiting the
Cordia in the back yard. I suspected they were Verdins and was happy to find they were!
My initial intent was to plant only native plants and shrubs in the yard but seeing how
much the Verdins and other birds love the Cordia, I’m thinking of planting another one!
Here’s a shot captured this morning with my Canon SX10. (too bad it’s in shade)
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