On Monday, May 13, 2013 8:01:50 AM UTC-4, Don Simonson wrote:
> Six snickety Pine Siskins persist, insistent on thistle. FYI thistle seed goes rancid a LOT faster than sunflower seed after you open the bag, in my experience so now I buy small (3 pound) bags. When I bought larger bags, the last 1/3 never got eaten. I buy my thistle seed at Wild Bird Center in Darnestown, the owner gives a 10% or more discount to MOS/ANS members. Good birding!Don Simonson, Darnestown MDsimonson at verizon.net
Are your pine siskins still there today? I have had up to 7 each day at the thistle feeder since May 10. Still there this morning and we haven't seen pine siskin at this location since I have lived here (9 years) in Catonsville, MD near CCBC and Patapsco State Park Hilton area. What a treat! Although, the gold and house finch are "not amused".
Wendy Alexander, Catonsville, MD.
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