It's rare for me to spot a great variety of birds around where I live. The ones I tend to see most often are seagulls and crows. In summer there are a lot of little brown jobs, sparrows and wrens among them and the odd robin. If I go to the parks I will see more geese and ducks. I know there are a lot more bird varieties but you have to go to where they congregate and I don't do that but I do like to see some when I'm walking about. Having said that, every now and then I get a real treat and spot an eagle or two. Usually it's when I'm out at the University of British Columbia which is situated very near the ocean but sometimes I see them in the city as well.
The other day, I saw quite a number of crows in the bare branches as I walked to the library. As I mentioned, I often see crows but it's rare for me to see a lot of them in any one place.
This next photo was taken on East Broadway. I was coming from a dental appointment. This shot is facing westward on Broadway Avenue. In the background of the photo you can see some construction cranes. This is where the final stages of work is happening to get the new Main Street Subway Train station ready. This work has been going on since 2020. Completion was delayed due to a strike and completion and opening is expected in 2027. This very long timeline has been most difficult on the businesses that are located along the street. Construction has interfered with the flow of traffic to their businesses and impacted their livelihoods. Many businesses have moved elsewhere or closed altogether. Even more are struggling to stay afloat. The government has not given any compensation to the businesses despite numerous appeals over the years.
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What a great sky watch with eagles.
I too have limited birds. But they love to come to the feeder.
What a wonderful treat to see those eagles!
Yes, February does march on - the days pass by quickly.
A very nice 'Skywatch' post, I did enjoy seeing your photographs.
My good wishes.
All the best Jan
Imagine seeing all those eagles in the city. I went years without seeing eagles in the wild but here in Tulsa they have taken to fishing in the Arkansas River as it flows through town so I see them every now and then.
Dear Joyful joining your walks is delightful indeed 🥰
I enjoyed learning about birds you are seeing this year ,isn’t it wonderful to see lots of feathery beauties while walking 🤗
I am happy you got new birds this year my friend 😊
How sweet to send photos to your old neighbour,she must have enjoyed them and how things look little different now maybe
Sad to know how construction delays have disrupted many people’s lives and particularly their livelihoods have affected because of this. Government are selfish as far I know honestly
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I really loved awesome series of beautiful skywatchers and everything dear Joyful but I couldn’t locate comment box
It really was awesome.
I used to l love the little birds that came to the feeder and the bird. bath but our building apparently doesn't allow these items so I no. longer have them.
It really made by day.
I'm so glad you enjoy my post Jan. I hope your February is going well. It's almost over already!
I have seen an eagle here and there in the city but it's usually nearer to the waterfront and I've never seen so many flying together in one area. I wonder what they were up too?
I'm so glad you were able to enjoy 'my' birds along with me Baili. Yes it's so hard on the businesses when the construction takes so long.
I'm so sorry you had a problem to locate the comment box but I see you were at last able to find it. I too have problems locating the comment box at some blogs.
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