David

Snow again, still falling when these pictures were taken. This time, one of the most persistent visitors to the birdseed feeders was a female squirrel. She was probably feeding young.

Robin grabbing a quick snack at a bird feeder. Despite the weather, the bird’s plumage looks in fine condition, ready for the breeding season. Whatever the weather, the season starts today, according to folklore (or perhaps fakelore).

Another look at some of the wintering tufted ducks on the lake at West Park.

Crocus flowering at Bantock Park. First week of this month. No snow, but the flowers wer splattered in mud from the frequent, heavy rain.

Two sparrows drinking the water left out for them.

Spring is coming soon. The catkins on hazels have been developing all winter, and now the buds of the new year’s leaves are beginning to show.