Sunday, April 19, 2015

Spring Has Sprung

 Coltsfoot

I keep thinking "Spring has sprung" but I've been wondering where all the flowers are. Finally last week I spotted some cheerful coltsfoot blossoms!

 Pussy willows

 I cannot believe I nearly missed the pussy willows in my area.

 Mink 

This is the second mink I've photographed this year. Although there's still ice around some of these rocks,  the mink have spring fever and are out & about.

Tree Sparrow

As of last week, the tree sparrows were still here. Soon they will fly to the Arctic to breed.

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43 comments:

  1. AndyApril 19, 2015 at 5:09 AM

    Nice photos of spring moving in. After the cold winter it is a welcome sight.

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  2. JoApril 19, 2015 at 5:40 AM

    What a beautiful post to link to Saturday Critters. I love the mink. never heard of a Tree Sparrow; good to see it. And your blooms are probably a welcome sight after your harsh winter. Have a great day. Jo

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  3. MadSnapperApril 19, 2015 at 6:21 AM

    beautiful sparrow and adorable mink looks like he stuck his paw in he electric outlet. yellow flowers sing joy

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  4. RevrunnerApril 19, 2015 at 6:38 AM

    Marvelous!

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  5. AnvilcloudApril 19, 2015 at 6:57 AM

    Those poor birdies, having to fly to the Arctic to breed.

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  6. laurak/ForestWalkArt :)April 19, 2015 at 7:41 AM

    that is the CUTEST shot of the mink!! he looks so...punk!!

    happy weekend & a colorful spring!

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  7. eileeninmdApril 19, 2015 at 7:47 AM

    I just love that cute mink! And the Tree Sparrow is sweet! Lovely flower and images.. Have a happy day and new week ahead!

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  8. DonnaApril 19, 2015 at 8:00 AM

    It is wonderful to see spring has come to you!

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  9. TexWisGirlApril 19, 2015 at 8:36 AM

    beautiful bright bloom. the mink is too cute!

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  10. KathyApril 19, 2015 at 8:38 AM

    Definitely a reason for celebration!

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  11. BirdmanApril 19, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    That yellow.
    BOOM!

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  12. VPApril 19, 2015 at 8:57 AM

    The mink is amazing!

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  13. sonia a. mascaroApril 19, 2015 at 8:58 AM

    Beautiful pictures of the spring!
    The mink is so cute and looks inquisitive and curious.
    The sparrow are beautiful too.

    Wishing you and yours a lovely Sunday.

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  14. John's IslandApril 19, 2015 at 9:59 AM

    Beautiful Coltsfoot and then ... the critters ... Neat post! Wishing you a fine week ahead.

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  15. Sylvia KApril 19, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    Oh, such beautiful, colorful captures -- as always!! I do love the mink!! I'm so glad you're beginning to see such promising signs of Spring!! They are wonderful, aren't they!!!

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  16. GattinaApril 19, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    Beautiful spring greetings ! The poor mink looks a little wet !

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  17. MalyssApril 19, 2015 at 11:14 AM

    Your two last shots are fabulous and funny!Well, your yellow flower is fabulous too.. :o)

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  18. Bob BushellApril 19, 2015 at 11:26 AM

    Another spring shots, and beautiful images.

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  19. RoseApril 19, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    Doesn't that mink remind you of a small child that has just got out of the bathtub?

    The flower is pretty and I love pussy willow.

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  20. colleenApril 19, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    the coltsfoot is first and like the rising of the sun! Fun to see a mink, so wet.

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  21. IndraniApril 19, 2015 at 11:52 AM

    The first one is a stunning picture. Great series of Spring!

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  22. William KendallApril 19, 2015 at 1:33 PM

    The mink is really quite alert!

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  23. Ginny HartzlerApril 19, 2015 at 2:40 PM

    The mink is adorable, all wet and fluffed out! I don't think I have ever seen coltsfoot! Now I will be on the lookout, but maybe there are none in this area. It is so pretty and frilly!

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  24. RedPatApril 19, 2015 at 4:05 PM

    That is one funky mink,EG! ;-)) I've loved seeing the flowers starting to appear finally.

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  25. Pamela GordonApril 19, 2015 at 4:26 PM

    Nice signs of spring. I haven't seen any pussy willows but I hear they are in bloom. I cut a dozen daffodils from my flower bed to bloom in the house. ;) Have a great week.

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  26. GreenComotionApril 19, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    Hi Tina,
    Thanks for the lovely photos.
    Never seen a mink before, except perhaps in National Geographic or some such magazine.
    Glad to note the flowers are blooming in your neck of the woods.
    Have a Beautiful Day!
    Peace :)

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  27. Ruth HiebertApril 19, 2015 at 5:37 PM

    ahhh,yes,those beautiful signs of spring. I had to smile at that mink. He looks like he just rolled out of bed.LOL

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  28. MichelleApril 19, 2015 at 5:54 PM

    Quite a capture of the mink!

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  29. BarbApril 19, 2015 at 6:01 PM

    What wonderful signs of spring. That mink had just taken a bath! My spring is still a ways off, so I'm enjoying yours.

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  30. Linda W.April 19, 2015 at 7:26 PM

    Love your spring photos - especially the mink (he looks like he's having a bad hair day!)

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  31. StephanieApril 19, 2015 at 8:11 PM

    Splendid shots!

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  32. RandyApril 19, 2015 at 9:45 PM

    Love the Pussy Willo shot.

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  33. HalcyonApril 20, 2015 at 3:04 AM

    It's nice to see signs of spring! That mink is so cute. :)

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  34. Jenn JilksApril 20, 2015 at 8:42 AM

    Aren't they amazing? Nature is exploding!

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  35. PerthDailyPhotoApril 20, 2015 at 8:58 AM

    Sweet critters EG, spring is the best season!

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  36. DarlaApril 20, 2015 at 10:07 AM

    There is something about pussy willows that reminds me of childhood. Haven't seen any in years.

    Darla

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  37. AnonymousApril 20, 2015 at 1:49 PM

    Joli joli ...

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  38. VieraApril 20, 2015 at 2:25 PM

    so cute... like a model...

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  39. NatureFootstepApril 20, 2015 at 5:01 PM

    the mink seem to be all electrified :)

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  40. ~Lavender Dreamer~April 20, 2015 at 8:26 PM

    What a fantastic photo of the mink. I've only seen one in the wild, in NC. They are very neat. Love your photos! Hugs, Diane

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  41. MICKAN from QUEENS FIELD¸.•°`♥✿⊱╮April 21, 2015 at 3:50 AM

    The spring has come!
    Lovely pics.

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  42. DebbieApril 21, 2015 at 7:57 AM

    i'm surprised the mink was on board for a picture!!!

    the sparrow is just gorgeous, as is your image. they are beautiful birds, but because they are brown, they don't get the credit they deserve!!!!

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  43. AnonymousApril 22, 2015 at 9:32 PM

    Beautiful series. That coltsfoot is quite cheerful!

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