While cleaning out the Pigeon Pavilion, I became aware of a feeding spot with only white seeds left behind. I thought nothing about it at first but it happened again the next day! My curiosity peaked, so I started observing the birds in earnest.
Someone's Not Eating The White Seeds |
It was quite a surprise to find out who the culprit was - Whitey, whom I now sometimes refer to as 'Mr. Fussy Feathers'!
Hello, There. Are You Talking About Me? |
The rest of my pigeon buddies peck all the seeds up but Whitey takes his time to avoid eating the white ones. It's so funny to watch that I wonder what goes on in that little brain of his? Is the seed too bland for his palate? Does he not like the texture? Is it the colour? And so forth.
Mr. Fussy Feathers Picking The White Seeds Out |
Mr. Fussy Feathers has a best friend. His name is Tiny. They are squabbling besties. Full of mischief when together, sad and lonely when away from one another.
Tiny was a little upset with Mr. Fussy Feathers the other day. You see, it was Tiny's turn at the plant container which had their favourite plant. I have no idea what plant this is. It popped out one day and I let it grow because I figured it would be interesting to see what my pigeons ate in other places, assuming this was a seed that had gotten stuck on their feet and fell loose here, on this very soil that used to be my Pak Choy corner.
From the video, you can see that they had a bit of a scuffle. Tiny sat right down after that, looking really mad at Whitey.
Tiny Is Upset With Whitey |
I hope you enjoyed reading this post about my finicky bird. Wait 'til you read about the rest. They are always up to something!
Mr Fussy looks so beautiful! And he is WHITE..maybe that's why he left all the white seeds behind. They are just like siblings...
ReplyDeleteYou could be right there, Angie ;)
DeleteMy colleague concluded that most pigeons have the most trantrums like old ladies having menopause. Outside our factory office is a feeding haven for hundreds of pigeons daily. We do bird watching from time to time and they are nicer than crows....
ReplyDeleteLol ...!!!! Yes, pigeons seem more warm-hearted to me compared to crows.
DeleteHello Mr Fussy Feathers, hello Tiny...
ReplyDeleteHello there ;)
DeleteNow, I remember the pigeon with the wounded wing which was with us. Seems so long ago. It is fun to watch them like little kids. Mr Fussy Feather is very pretty in white!
ReplyDeleteI remember that one, Nancy. I wonder if he or she still pops by to see you :) Never know ..
DeletePretty sure Mr. Fussy Feathers will puff his feathers up in pride if he knew you complimented him..haha!
I'm surprising you could snap them from near without having them flying away
ReplyDeleteThey are cute and I believe this feeding is quite fun!
Wanted to watch the youtube you uploaded here but no response
These guys have gotten used to me, Emily ;)
DeleteLol. Your pigeon friends are cute.
ReplyDeleteAnd funny too! :D
DeleteIt's beautiful! :)
ReplyDeleteYes, love them so much :D
DeleteOh my, that is so cute! Animals share similar characteristics to humans - more than we often care to think ;-)
ReplyDeleteYou are so right ;) I used to think pigeons were ..well, just pigeons!
Deletehahahaha...they sure got style :p
ReplyDeleteThese two memang naughty, sk ;P
Deletehahaha.... too naughty later become roasted birdie
DeleteAwesome shots, dear! The white birdie is a beauty! xoxo
ReplyDeleteYes, that one's a rare kind xx ^.^
DeleteHaha so cute, they are so free boleh pilih2 warna makanan lagi. Wish I have that kind of free time.
ReplyDeleteEz, if we pilih-pilih our food, sure kena bising or rotan ..haha! ^.^
DeleteThats cute! If me sure don't bother one. hahaha..ice cold princess
ReplyDeleteKakaka .. I spoil these fellas to bits
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