Docile Deer, Colorful Birds

These deer at Big Meadows are accustomed to people. They won't let you get too close on foot, but if you are in the car, you can get within a few yards from them.

These are Virginia white-tailed deer. Big Meadows is one of the places in Shenandoah National Park where I almost always see them.

The bird pictures are from my yard. The blue jay only visits occasionally. The grackle has iridescent feathers, although he looks black in dim light.

At the feeder are two red-winged blackbirds.

The female cardinal is a pretty olive green and red bird. The male is brilliant red with a black mask.

Woodpeckers are fun to see. The red-bellied woodpecker appears to have a bright red cap and a striped shawl.

Our biggest woodpecker is the pileated woodpecker. His red crest is a delight to see.

Sharing with Saturday's Critters

and I'd Rather Be Birdin'.