The Hungry Kinglet: Watch This Ruby-Crowned Kinglet Forage!

[@MakeMineMack]

I haven't seen a ruby-crowned Kinglet yet, although my other bird watcher friends have. I live in a hardwood forest area; not many conifers here. Most RCLs, I suspect, pass-through on their way to Northern Minnesota and beyond. Thank-you for sharing. Beautiful pics and sound of their chattering.

[@Wondering_About_Nature]

Thanks for the comment. I love migration when we have birds coming through for just a short period. Being along the Atlantic Coast, we sometimes get birds that have flown off course due to storms. The kinglets are so busy when feeding, but this one landed right in front of me, so I was glad I had my camera ready and didn't have to move. They are usually quick to fly away when they sense a threat (although obviously, I wouldn't really be a threat!) As for their call, I finally am able to recognize it when I hear it. Some year-round birds are much easier to recognize for me, but until these come to the area, I almost forget what they sound like! Have a great day.

[@dannisan77]

I've never heard of a ruby crown kinglet, it looks so cute and gorgeous when the crest is up.

[@Wondering_About_Nature]

We also have Golden-crowned Kinglets with yellow feathers on the head. They both are such busy birds that it's hard to get shots of the color on the head most time. I'm glad you enjoyed seeing the bird in the video. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.