10 BEAUTIFUL BIRDS found in your own BACKYARD | North America

10 beautiful birds that can be found in most North American backyards that will leave you stunned by their looks alone. An arguably subjective, tough list to make but I believe most people will agree that they are all stunning indeed. If cute is what you are after? maybe this video is what you're looking for • 10 Birds That Will Mak...
00:00:20 Baltimore Oriole
00:01:05 American Goldfinch
00:01:52 Blue Jay
00:02:30 Anna's Humming Bird
00:02:55 Red-headed Woodpecker
00:03:22 Northern Cardinal
00:03:52 Eastern Bluebird
00:04:24 Evening Grosbeak
00:05:06 Indigo Bunting
00:05:37 Scarlet Tanager
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[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

If you enjoyed the video. Liking, Leaving a comment, or sharing it on Facebook, Twitter, Reddit, etc. helps out in a HUGE way. From myself and my bird buddies, thank you ALL for watching. It's greatly appreciated!

[@wyomingadventures]

Shared on Facebook. All are so beautiful! Thanks for video Leslie!

[@danherrmann8755]

Yes I will. Birding has been with me since the early 60’s. My only pets God gave me to enjoy My humming bird feeder is very busy in all the hot weather. Thanks so much. God bless. Later.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

@@wyomingadventures Thank you kindly :)

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

@@danherrmann8755 You're most welcome. :)

[@gregoryharpst3255]

I was shocked by the size of a pileated woodpecker the first time saw one. Bald eagles flying along the lake shire are a magnificent sight.

[@lisabelle7553]

My dad would always say (upon seeing a beautiful animal) “God took his time making him, but just threw me together”. These beautiful birds remind me of this. Miss you dad.

[@jackvoss175]

Red winged blackbirds announce that “SPRING IS HERE! SPRING IS HERE!”

[@ladypalomino3151]

God made these beautiful birds. He loves colorful things and gives us so many different birds to enjoy. I love the Cardinals, but can say that every bird is actually my favorite. Even the sparrows are exciting to watch. All Birds are a gift from God to us..Thank you Leslie for all you teach us about our feathered friends.

[@ruthjohnson1887]

Redwing blackbird is my favorite. When I was a kid we tried to save a nest of babies from a field my brother was mowing. We actually succeeded with 1 of the 4. When releasing him at the end of summer failed, he lived on with us for 4 more years. I love their song and the perky way they perch sideways on the cattails in the roadside ditches.

[@reesiezanga5232]

Painted buntings are also quite a looker. I can't say I have a favorite, they are all so beautiful and charming!

[@capeflattery6179]

I saw two Indigo Buntings a couple of weeks ago. I've seen one Scarlet Tanager. Two I would add, though, are the Blue Grosbeak and the Rose Breasted Grosbeak, both absolutely stunning. While I've never seen a Summer Tanager, they look as striking as the Scarlet Tanager. Even though they are common, I will never tire of the Cardinals and the Goldfinches.

[@diannajepson8708]

The male Evening Grosbeak has not graced me with his presence, but the female did, and posed for quite a few pictures. She is quite stunning in her own right.

[@joseenoel8093]

Oh lucky you! I'd meant to suggest to Lesley to show/educate us on just why they're called gros beeks, I know the answer and will send her some backyard pics to celebrate 🍾! We've changed the hummingbird mix to 1/4 brown sugar instead of the store brand as suggested by someone who only got them by making it themselves, I know the wasps like it but it's in a shaded spot so I'm not sure on the hummers, hay we should sue those big army looking gas ⛽ guzzlers vehicles for using the hummers' name! I'm on the Island of Montreal and don't get most of these, does anybody want to trade up for some starlings? Didn't think so!

[@CJC90909]

Goldfinches are super tame too!! They absolutely love nyjer seed as well if you want to attract them to your feeders. I find nyjer also keeps pesky sparrows away.

[@thepotatotaxi2430]

I have a nyjer feeder! House finches, goldfinches, and for some reason doves love it! I like doves so I don't care if they eat from the feeder that's not big enough for them

[@Dragrath1]

Unfortunately I have found that House sparrows are very adaptable and readily have decided they like nyjer. Really they seem to eat anything and everything we tried to put out to deter them >_

[@staufferfamily9629]

The red headed woodpeckers, blue jays, yellow rumped warblers, and varied thrushes were my favorites in this video, but they were all super beautiful! Hmmm... goldfinches and orioles are truly stunning too... oh never mind... I can't decide! They are all gorgeous!😊

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Haha! I hear ya! So hard to choose one as they are all beautiful in their own right :)

[@dizzylizzy6571]

The combination of colorful birds mixed with your serene soothing voice made quite a beautiful video to watch!! Thank you sooooo much!! Have a great day!! 🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦🐦

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Awww thank you so much for the lovely comment. Have a great week 🐦🤗

[@micahbirdlover8152]

@@LesleytheBirdNerd what dose bluejays squeaky gate mean I heard one🤔

[@MrPooPooJohn]

I love when you call the feathers on their heads a "cap". So cute. 😋

[@lmsavy2935]

God's beautiful children! Amen.

[@julieprior3126]

I couldn't pick a favourite. They are all exquisite! Great quality pix too.

[@stayput3522]

My parent had three (male) Indigo buntings in their yard this summer (and so probably some female buntings as well, although I never saw them). I collectively referred to them as the Indigo Bois, and they would keep me company while I was doing yardwork.

[@griffin6857]

I’ve had a family of Stellar’s Jays around my house recently - they’re so cute!

[@jaxsanders5045]

My feeder might have accidentally resulted in some sunflowers, and the goldfinches love them! I was blown away to see an American Redstart land on my very urban porch railing yesterday morning - an immature or a female, soft gray with bright yellow flashes. The males have the same flashy Baltimore Oriole black and orange, just in a cute little warbler package!

[@jackvoss175]

A Baltimore oriole has to be the best hiding bird in the world. Gold finches fly in “short hops”. I can identify them as far away as I can see them. Cardinals are perineal favorites. Blue birds are another well hidden bird. Grosbeaks are all along Michigan’s Au Sable River. They’re so thick that I used to think it was just one bird that followed us along, day after day. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane]

I grew up close to the AuSable River. I wasn't into birds growing up, but I sure am now... crazy to hear a lot of my favorite birds were probably around me growing up, which I was oblivious to, and now I love them all!

[@jackvoss175]

@@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane It’s beautiful along the Au Sable. It’s the Gem Of The North. We canoe it every year from Grayling to Alcona dam. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@grass-patch]

My sister had a male Oriole winter (Dec 2019/April 2020) at her feeder on the 3rd floor balcony condo here in NoVA. I brought her a second feeder that holds jelly and orange slices. He went right for it. Came back this past winter, but only stayed a week. Beautiful vivid orange. You never know who'll come knockin.

[@bassangler73]

Hard to pick a fav!! Very nice video!

[@litigioussociety4249]

Here in East Tennessee, the goldfinches and bluebirds are probably the ones that delight me the most to see, because of the bold colors.

[@Terri_Stauffer]

All beautiful birds, except for the indigo bunting, Baltimore oriole and bluebird they have all paid me a visit. Never heard of indigo bunting, what a stunning blue color. I love getting glimpse of the scarlet tanager taking a bath in bird bath, which he certainly enjoys. No need to look up at forest line as in late afternoon I keep eye on bird bath one week I saw him days in a row splashing around. The goldfinches, visited for a week in late spring, but have not been back, hoping that come winter by not cutting back echinacea they will return to eat seed, supposed to be a favorite of theirs. In winter though there is nothing like the sight of papa cardinal sitting on snow covered pine tree, just gorgeous.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

You are lucky, I'd love to see the Scarlett Tanager splashing around my bird bath. Thanks for the nice comment. Have a great week. 🐦🤗

[@terrynielsen7139]

💖💖💖 thank you for making bird watching so easy! 💖💖 I always look forward to your videos! 👏👏👏💖💖💖💖

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

You're are very welcome and thank you for the kind comment. Have a wonderful week 🤗🐦

[@wendynordstrom3487]

They're all so gorgeous! I haven't heard of some of them before. I'm from Chicago and I LOVED seeing Cardinals in my area and Blue Jays in my Grandmother's backyard in Minnesota. Now I live in California and I've seen Stellar's Jays. I've never seen a few of these, so I'm going to start making a list! Thank you for a charming video!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

You are so lucky to have Steller's Jays. They are neat birds. Thank you for the kind comment. Take care and have a great week. 🤗🐦

[@LOOMIS1638]

Buy a real paper back bird bird book!😁 Most of them have a “life list” in them. It’s great checking Off the boxes when you witness one! Happy birding.

[@micahbirdlover8152]

@@LesleytheBirdNerd the gold finch is beautiful and that 🥰 cute little black cap

[@addie109]

This morning a scarlet tanager sat right outside my kitchen window and stared at me for a moment!!!!! I was so excited to experience this rare happening. It’s been years since I saw one. Thanks for all your videos. I really enjoy them and learn a lot from each one 😊

[@cobythebirdnerd3790]

Your blue jay pictures are absolutely stunning!! Love every bird on this list. Thanks Lesley, have a wonderful week

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Aww you're so kind. Thank you 🤗🐦 you have a wonderful week too

[@freedomforever6718]

For me it's the hummingbirds that top my list mostly because they are so stunningly beautiful and approachable. But I love all the birds in my neck of the woods. Thanks as always, Lesley!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

I would be obsessed with hummingbirds if they were in my location. Your are lucky. Thanks for watching. Have a great week 🐦🤗

[@micahbirdlover8152]

how dose the indigo bunting look like 🤔

[@micahbirdlover8152]

how about sarllet Tanger how dose the female look like 🤔

[@micahbirdlover8152]

@@LesleytheBirdNerd last winter I saw cedar waxwings great experience 😀

[@joniangelsrreal6262]

Hello to our favorite Bird Whisperer Beautiful video…. always a pleasure to visit… Thank you for this information….🕊

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

You're so kind 🤗 thanks for checking it out. Have a great week 🐦

[@LESLASLESLAS]

My favorites to catch at my feeders are Baltimore Orioles, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, and Scarlet Tanagers. Every once in a great while I’ll see a Red-headed Woodpecker, which is amazing.

[@TheodoreSchnell]

Red-winged blackbirds, scarlet tanagers, indigo buntings, cedar waxwings, Baltimore orioles, red-headed woodpeckers, Anerican goldfinches, nuthatches, northern cardinals, and rose-breasted grosbeaks are my top 10, in no particular order (and I'd be happy to just say "grossbeaks" so the evening one could be included). And I've forgotten hummingbirds! Again, they're all wonderful. Hard to make a list without leaving something wonderful out! Thank you for sharing your videos!

[@Mister2120]

Used to have a male oriole who would fight with his reflection in our cars mirror when we lived in Kansas. In Oregon I love the sight of a flock of cedar wax wings.

[@alexpearson8481]

What a channel. Thank you! Stellars Jay is my fav. It’s Regal looking bird to say the least.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Thank you so much :) I agree with what you said of the Steller's Jays

[@iamsquatty]

I also love watching the red bellied woodpeckers. Such beautiful plumage

[@teresasmith4084]

The eastern bluebird is my favorite. The couple that comes to our backyard raised 3 broods this year.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Wow that is wonderful. 🐦🤗

[@prairiecollectors]

WE had a Brown Thrasher nest in our back yard this year and we just love the beautiful rust-brown colors and speckles of this shy bird. Thanks for your video, we truly enjoyed it.

[@thebirderer7499]

One of my favorites is the male painted bunting. I also love the eastern screech owl. They’re so cute. Full grown adults only become 6-8” tall. They look like baby owls.

[@zeroschneider7172]

The most beautiful bird I've ever seen is a male Northern Cardinal who has been visiting my feeder for the past few weeks. I've seen lots of Cardinals before, I know what they look like, but this boy is a whole different kind of red! It's unbelievable, he is SO RED it blows my mind every time I see him! I wish I was set up better for pictures. Hopefully he's still around by the time I can get a good picture of him because my goodness, I've never seen anything so red in my life.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Oh that sounds so awesome. I hope you get the picture you're wanting. 🤗🐦

[@herschelwright4663]

I live in southern Manitoba and I would see a blue jay in my backyard every now and then.

[@rickzern4074]

God has painted these birds for us to enjoy. My favorite is the Baltimore Oriole. Not as common here in eastern Pennsylvania as it was 50 years ago. 😒 Second choice is the Red headed Woodpecker. Sadly not very common.

[@ems3832]

I've always been a softie for Blue Jays, Orioles and Hummingbirds!

[@suecastillo4056]

Sat out in my friends yard and watched the goldfinches in the bird bath! They are so dang cute!!!thank you for this video! Namaste dear heart!! Sending love and peace to you always❣️☮️🕉🌼🌸🌺🥰

[@coldspring624]

All of them are great and the Indigo was a great watch this year for me. But I will say a healthy female Cardinal in winter colors is overlooked and a beautiful bird

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Agreed 100% the soft beautiful hue is so delicately gorgeous.🤗🐦

[@micahbirdlover8152]

@@LesleytheBirdNerd I loved the American goldfinch 🥰

[@loriwatkinson6425]

I really think Northern Flicker needs to be added to the list. Such a handsome bird with cute little red cheeks 😍 💕

[@josephbailey4463]

There are so many birds that can be difficult to identify if you catch only a glimpse as the fly past but not this top ten. Even if they flit past you quickly, you will still instantly recognize them. I was fortunate enough to see two of them on my morning walk today. Hello Mr Goldfinch. Top of the morning to you Mr Cardinal.

[@ginafriend1690]

No reason to say which I see are most plentiful, however not all. I feel like your submitters were in my own back yard! I love it! Thanks Leslsy and to all who provided!! 🐦🦅

[@AniFam]

These are all so pretty~ The beautiful and unique colors and patterns of each bird are awesome~💞 Thank you for sharing this video~🤗

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

You are so welcome!

[@micahbirdlover8152]

@@LesleytheBirdNerd thank you ☺️ Lesley

[@elizstitches]

Thank you Leslie! Cardinals, Blue Jays, American Robins, Northern Flickers, Red Winged Blackbirds, & Mourning Doves are the ones I see 💛😊

[@lorriebirdwatcher7778]

Thank you for the video! They are all so beautiful! God is the ultimate artist!

[@danno1800]

Thanks! You did a truly remarkable job putting these beautiful birds together. Much appreciated…

[@themovies2000]

Any blue colored bird , I love! The Orioles are very pretty. I would love to see a Cardinal and red headed Woodpecker someday. I live in the Northwest.

[@russelder9743]

Lesley --some beautiful birds...I was lucky and about 2 weeks ago saw an Indigo Bunting in my yard....I have had lots of Orioles as I put out Grape Jelly and Oranges...wonderful list

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

How wonderful about seeing the Indigo Bunting. What a treat. Too sweet about having all the Oriole's too. I have a special kind of love for those birds since last years encounter. Thanks for watching. Have a wonderful week🤗🐦

[@chriscarlsen2100]

@@LesleytheBirdNerd do you know if it survived the winter by chance? She was along way from home.

[@chriscox8237]

The chipping sparrow combines cute with that dashing eyebrow stripe

[@marknelson9644]

I rejoice in the birds you've listed! I rejoice in your wonderful KZbin channel! And I rejoice in your enthusiasm and love for the birds, and for life, that comes through in your work! Beautiful!

[@Merkygloom]

I love all these birds, in my yard I see blue jay, goldfinch and cardinal

[@discobikerAndRosie]

I've seen all these birds in my backyard except evening grosbeak, & Scarlett Tanager. I've never seen a Scarlett in person. I do see the rose breasted grosbeak on occasion. I see plenty of male orioles during the season, but a female visits more regularly. I saw an indigo bunting last summer, but not this year. (I'm in west Michigan). I have to admit though, I've been focusing a lot on my monarchs this year. I need to buy a larger enclosure. This year, I've raised 60-70 butterflies, from caterpillars. Many of the caterpillars were newborns. The poop is bigger than the babies! Lol! I haven't attempted to raise them from eggs yet because I need live, indoor milkweeds for that! Anywho, thanks gor sharing your list!

[@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane]

That's awesome to hear about your monarchs! I had a dismal year, sad to say. 😥 Only a few made it to butterfly stage. There were LOTS of baby catapillers, but there are so many predators, they hardly stand a chance it seems. 😥 I had to work so much overtime this year, I was barely able to watch and look out for them. I'm happy to hear a lot of people have had a good year for them, though!

[@pjd2709]

I love them all, but have a real liking of Hummingbirds, they are so, so beautiful. Thank you for sharing, loved seeing them all!

[@dyrldouglas2087]

Good stuff, Blue Jay & Cardinal !!!!!

[@soniashapiro4827]

The Eastern bluebird lifts my spirit. We have three nesting pairs and I am so fond of them.

[@MHarenArt]

Super fun seeing all these stunners!!!

[@donpowlen]

Thanks Lesley! The Painted Bunting is one unique bird left out. But a wonderful video!!

[@dtsb123456]

I moved to California from DC a couple of years ago and have been loving learning about the west coast birds. The prettiest I've seen very close to my apartment are Wilson's warbler, hooded oriole, western tanager, black-headed grosbeak, and phainopepla. I get Anna's hummingbirds at my feeder all day and soon, the yellow-rumped warblers will back.

[@thejamnasium6447]

I've always thought red-headed woodpeckers were among the most beautiful birds on the planet. and I'm lucky enough to be surrounded by many.

[@lykinsmark123]

We have many of those birds in our yard here in central Arkansas. Two we have enjoyed also are the painted bunting and rose breasted grosbeak. Watching birds from April to June is so incredibly fun!!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Yes I agree, the best time of the year to watch birds.

[@mjinba07]

One fall day when I was relaxing in a hammock, a Scarlet Tanager came and perched on a branch above and "itched" off a whole flotilla of little red, black tipped feathers. Don't think I'd even seen a Tanager before. Such a gift! Where I live we only get Ruby Throated Hummingbirds. Very fun to watch.

[@erichelfrich1011]

Just NW from Philadelphia I seen indigo bunting at a park I ride my bike at. I am 61 yrs old and never saw this type of bird till 2-3 years ago. Just stunning.

[@bmeetze]

I have actually held a couple cedar waxwings-one living, one dead; our golden tabby cat brought them in. Given the situation of how I got to hold them it provided an educational opportunity for our homeschooled child. The cedar waxwing is such a gorgeous bird!!

[@Miami.grackle]

Being in Miami, my favorite backyard bird is... Painted Bunting. I’ve had a small group for the last few years. They are surprisingly easy to see, often right outside my window. The clash of colors are outrageous, a sight to behold! Other favorites are Boat-Tailed Grackle (full of personality), American Redstart (animated, abundant, and flashy), Red-Masked Parakeet (neat social behavior), Grey Catbird and Ovenbird (both curious and friendly when I’m in the yard). Also from your video, I love having Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, and Cedar Waxwing around. Scarlet Tanager too, for its flaming red, and always being a rare treat to spot. Should also mention the Peacock. One showed up 6 years ago and never left, this year a female has joined him. They are very tame and always fun to watch. Of the ones in your video that we don’t see in my area, the Evening Grosbeak is my favorite. It has a beautiful blend of colors. Your videos are great! Thanks

[@talonflame_brawlstars.7208]

Those red headed woodpeckers though! They are so rare, and once you see them they are just gorgeous looking

[@zoflo728]

Here in Arizona, I get to see Vermilion Flycatchers on the golf course as they migrate through our area in the Spring. Beautiful little birds. An annual Spring treat.

[@gmanpomp]

I love the Downey’s! And the Chicadees are pretty cool too!

[@mrs.g.9816]

Like I said before, I just can't pick a favorite! I'm grateful to see plenty of goldfinches in my neighborhood. I love the way they fly - like they're riding invisible roller coasters, and chirping four times quickly as they dip. I've seen one up close, perching on the painted daisies in my garden. When I was very little, I saw Baltimore orioles, and I called them "Halloween birds" because of their beautiful black and orange.

[@americo9999]

they look like a canary , lovely yellow color 1:30

[@TrueToad]

I am blessed to have most of these beautiful birds in my backyard. Excited to say the Eastern Blue Bird has raised several families in the nest boxes. The best part of seeing and watching birds is how it settles you into happiness.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

That is really neat about you having Eastern Bluebirds raise several broods in the nest boxes. I agree, watching birds does give a wonderful sense of joy. Thanks for the nice comment. Have a great day!

[@micahbirdlover8152]

@@LesleytheBirdNerd a long time ago I saw yellow rumped warbler ☝️

[@folee_edge]

Any bird - any bird is a beautiful bird

[@gailnewcomb8256]

I can’t pick a favorite. They are all wonderful! ❤ thanks for the video. It makes my world a better place to see your beautiful bird pictures and informative videos.

[@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane]

I love them all, but I especially stop and stare when a Cardinal, Indigo Bunting, or Oriole stop by the feeders! Oh, and the Red Headed Woodpecker is a rare treat too! We don't get the Anna's Hummingbirds or Evening Grosbeaks, or Waxwings, but we do get Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds and Rose-Breasted Grosbeaks. Oh, who am I trying to kid, I stop and stare at all of them at the feeders, even my faithful Chickadees!! They are ALL so beautiful, it's hard to pick a favorite! Thanks to all who contributed the stunning pictures, and thank you, Lesley, for putting them together with your lovely voice-over!!!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

I hear ya! I stop for the chickadees and all others too :) Thanks for sharing your great list of birds. Have a great night

[@karenaquadro1817]

I live in Missouri and get to see cardinals all the time. But I've come to truly find the female even more lovely than the male

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

I hear ya! To me the females are such delicate beauties. Thanks for watching. Have a great week 🐦🤗

[@gardeneroflight]

What about the Summer tanager? The male's breeding plumage is stunning. I have Ruby throated hummers here. What a joy! But the time that a Roseate spoonbill flew directly overhead during a bright golden sunset .... that was magnificent beyond words!

[@tonyreynolds5112]

Year round birds. Thanks for the video. 🐦🕊️

[@Sunrise635]

The eastern bluebird and the Baltimore oriole nest every year in our backyard, and the bluebirds stay year round. They are my two favorite birds along with many others! Can't really choose a favorite. Love them all. 😊 Great video!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Yeah its impossible to pick a favorite lol

[@megansfo]

Another great video! Thank you! I live in Northwest Washington State, and don't get many eastern birds. We do have Varied Thrushes, and often hear their eerily beautiful song. Also here, Stellers Jays, Cedar Waxwings, and Evening Grossbeaks. My favorite is our Summer Tanagers, in their flourescent red, orange and yellow plumage. So tropical looking in such a non-tropical place, they are like flying flames.

[@megansfo]

Sorry, I meant to say WESTERN TANAGER, above, oops.

[@chitrasrinivasan8195]

Beautiful colored birds ! It’s an awesome video compilation with good script Lesley . Stunning pictures of the birds shared by your lovely subscribers . It’s one of your best videos . Thank you!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Thank you so very kindly.

[@Maggie-lr9wc]

Thank you! Beautiful video! I’ve had Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, Northern Flickers, Red-bellied Woodpeckers at my feeders and Eastern Towhees on the ground. All birds are a gift!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

What lovely birds to have visiting. :)

[@McScootyKins]

American Goldfinches are my favorite small songbird 🥰 Growing up I always had a couple thistle socks in the maple tree and spring/summer the tree was always bristling with little yellow birds. 💛

[@RepublicofE]

In Misssouri we have flamingos visit the southern third of the state every once in a blue moon. We also have one or two snowy owl sightings every winter.

[@lnghrnfn]

I hope that one day I will see a painted bunting!!! To me, that one is the be all, end all. In my area I have my cardinals, blue jays, goldfinches, hummers, & cedar waxwings. This morning I observed a Mississippi Kite mottled juvenile atop a huge tree- where some of the branches were bare of leaves. He/she was easily seen by me- esp with my binoculars. He was "crying" to his parents & as I watched, they both swept in & fed him! SUCH an amazing site- the parents are SOOOOO stunning with their gray & white markings- & a mask around their eyes!

[@sherrieoneillthompson7061]

The most striking bird that turned up in my backyard. A male Yellow Headed blackbird. Incredibly beautiful bird.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

A very impressive looking bird.

[@rparks5404]

I've been privileged to have seen & taken backyard-photos of most; however, you ask for favorites & missed ? "THE PAINTED BUNTING" A glorious wonder of God's creations. MAJESTIC ARTISTRY !

[@SHurd-rc2go]

My totem bird is the Vermilion Flycatcher. The male catches your eye while he swings on a telephone cable, but the female with her peachy belly and white fluffy throat is equally beautiful. And they hunt together. Best wishes to all from southwestern Mexico.

[@VanessaG1229]

Male, rose-breasted grosbeaks are probably the most stunning of the uncommon birds that visit my backyard in the spring. The most stunning year-round has to be cardinals. I can have dozen of them at once in the winter. Their red makes for such a beautiful contrast against the snow. Oh, and I can't forget that one magical day where the four evening grosbeaks stopped briefly at my feeders. Such a rare sighting in my parts.

[@leonanelson2444]

So enjoyed your presentation, thank you.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

You're welcome and thank you very much 🤗🐦

[@andrewlafrance7727]

Great video. Thank you!!!! Im still in love with the black capped chickadee.

[@donnawhite4621]

The orioles all summer here in upstate NY. Flickers, Red breasted gross beak, Downy woodpecker and the Hairy woodpecker. It's been a very busy season up here. Unfortunately I had to remove the feeder for about a month. A disease was infecting the song birds. It started south and got as far as PA. Nothing was reported here in NY state, thank goodness. I sanitized the feeders and put it back out this past week. A lot have already started to migrate so I felt safe doing so. Orioles and Hummers are still here. They'll leave next month, : ( Love your video's.!

[@leannetrost8715]

The Baltimore Oriole is my favorite! One time one just flew past us toward our Hibiscus that we have outside in the summer. I almost fell out of my chair when I saw it! So beautiful!

[@sherryw.1466]

A few weeks ago we had some major construction project going on in our backyard with several people outside. A male bluebird wanted to feed his baby from our feeder, so he kept the baby on our roof and flew down to our tray with no concern whatsoever about the people and noisy equipment, to get food for his baby. I just love watching all of these guys come to our feeders. They’re truly a delight to the eyes! ♥️

[@rosepainter2496]

I always love looking at the different types of birds, all unique in their own way. I like crows, magpies and the butcher bird and of course the fairy wrens here in Australia. I do love the sound of the American crows, sound more higher in their call. I have a blue jay on my phone, lovely bird. Thank you for your video, very nice to see these splendid birds.

[@gsco82]

Very nice list and excellent photos of these beautiful birds. My favorite is the Red-headed Woodpecker, which I have only seen once. I would add 2 species from the west side of North America-the Western Tanager, sadly becoming harder to find, and the very familiar, at least in most of Western Canada, Black-billed Magpie. A lot of people do not like magpies, as they are noisy, overly common in many places, and disliked for their egg predation. But to see an adult with its long tail and beautiful irridescent blue and green plumage, as well as the contrasting black and white, is to see a very attractive bird.

[@ashstondavis3430]

The tangier. Stunning.

[@briansquibb999]

Beautiful selection. Last Fall I was able to photograph a visit from a migrating Cape May Warbler here in SW Virginia. A gorgeous yellow bird... I hope one stops by this Fall!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Oh that is wonderful. Always exciting when a bird like that shows up 🤗🐦

[@sherrieoneillthompson7061]

Normally not in the valley. But during an interruptive year...the beautiful Varied Thrush was a wonderful addition. So shy.