An American Robin forages.

Even though it was not early, this American Robin still got the worm.

A robin patrols our lawn, on the lookout for tasty food.

A robin patrols the border separating street and lawn.

A carols its’ welcome to the new day.
I love hearing birdsong on a spring morning.

I am certain that this American Robin was hungry enough to eat cracked sunflower spilled from the feeder overhead rather than expend energy hunting for insects, which are still scarce in early spring.

This American Robin fledgling made a barely controlled landing on our shed roof. Concerned that it might slide right off and crash to the ground, we kept the dogs inside. After a moment it flew away – with surprising elan.

An American Robin prepares to carol its cheery greeting to welcome the coming day.
