Invasion of the Birds, 100's of Grackles

We are surrounded by very tall Maple and Beech trees.

The nut crop on the Beeches has been very prolific this year as have the seeds on the Maples.

When we get years like this, for a few days in October we will be invaded by migrating Grackles as they come to feed on the nuts and seeds.

For the last few days there has been a large flock of probably around 1000 in the immediate area.

The picture below was taken through my dining room window of the North side of my lot. There were equally as many birds to the South and West on the property. As well as being on the ground, the trees were full of them as well.

I worked in the yard all afternoon and made sure I wore a hat!

Folklore has it that when the nut crop is extra large as it has been this year, that it is warning for a bad Winter. Last couple of years the snow hasn't been too bad here at Horseshoe Valley. Hope it stays that way this year.

SDC

I know you told me about this invasion... But seeing it.. Well..

Hitchcock's "The Birds".....

Amazing to see and surreal all at the same time.

Thanks for sharing.

Could bake a few of them in a pie perhaps??Right color,anyway.

Nature can be so amazing.

Hey Harold

Must be a Newfie dish!

Ralph

I wouldn't wash the vehicle for a few days..

Large flocks have also been coming through my area in Western Quebec

Hey Harold

Must be a Newfie dish!

Ralph

I thinkit's an old English rhyme but I guess times and the food are better now----but with Brexit who knows??

I was down to Barrie on Tuesday, and just south of Waubashene I saw a couple flocks like that flying along the highway. They stretched for a good mile or so, must’ve been thousands of birds. Pretty neat to see.