Each year after we remove the decorations from the Christmas tree, we put the tree in the yard to serve as cover for the birds during the cold and snowy days of winter. This year I purchased a wreath made with fresh greens including juniper which has lots of little blue berries. When I finished with the wreath, I threw it on top of the Christmas tree outside with ribbons still attached because I figured some bird would like the berries.
Much to my surprise, the birds who have been feasting on the wreath are the Eastern Bluebirds.
Sometime it is a group of birds on the wreath enjoying the berries. Other times it is just one or two.
And there are more berries…
And still more…
After feasting on the berries, then you need a drink.
And sometimes you are joined at your favorite watering hole by a friend.
Nature and Life Notes 
What a god idea for a natural habitat and something for the birds to do, eat, and be protected in. The birds are beautiful in the tree as well 🙂
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The Christmas trees provide great cover for the birds. This was the first year for us to have this particular type of wreath and I just threw it on top of the tree and have enjoyed watching the bluebirds. We are getting snow tonight – last measurement was 8 inches and still coming down hard!
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We had 10 inches at our last count and the snow was slowing down thankfully… hope you all stayed warm 🙂
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They are so beautiful…such lovely colours!
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I love the bluebirds, winter or summer, but they are especially delightful to behold during the winter.
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