It was our first watermelon of the season and we looked forward to sitting on the front porch with an ice cold slice of its sweet, juicy contents. How unfortunate that the melon was overripe and mushy in the center. Rather than letting it go to waste, we placed a portion of it on the lawn, in plain view of the birds then watched to see if there were any takers.
The Mockingbirds loved it! While the other birds ignored the mushy red stuff, the fruit-loving Mockingbirds couldn't get enough of it...
Mmmmmm, that's so good!
So cold and sweet, what a great summertime treat!
Just try to take some, I dare ya!
What I want to know is...where do I find more of this stuff?
Since the Mockingbirds enjoy the melon so well, I share some with them each time I cut one. I discovered they also love blueberries. Fortunately, friends have given me blueberries from their bushes so I've had a ready supply. I take delight in watching the birds enjoy their summer "treats"- just a little pay-back for all the times they've made me smile :)
Think I'll go for the melon first...it looks mouth-watering delicious!
These berries are pretty good, too...but I like the melon best!
Oh yes...what's more refreshing than sips of
fresh, cool water during a hot summer day?
I hope your summer is as delicious...
Many Thanks for stopping in!
Linked with Stewart on Wild Bird Wednesday
Come on over and check out the awesome images and interesting posts
shared by bird lovers all over the world :)
Nice shots. May have to try the melon rinds on our patio.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Janice. Let me know if you have any takers.
DeleteI'm sure the Mocking birds were well pleased with their summer treat, and it was a good idea to try the birds with the mouth watering water melon. I usually put out apples for the blackbirds, but we do grow melons, so I'll try your strategy and see what happens.A lovely post Susan.:)
ReplyDeleteThank you...let me know if you have any melon takers.
DeleteWOW! Well those birds are certainly near to getting their' five a day'. great shots.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Margaret!
DeleteWhat a sweet treat for the Mocker.. Love the photos. I will have try feeding the watermelon.. Have a happy day!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day, Eileen...shoot me a note if you have any luck with the melon.
Deleteoh, how awesome!!! they've got your number, for sure! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Theresa :)
Deleteoohhhh this is so sweet!! i never thought of watermellon, i have mockingbirds in my yard, i will have to get some and try it!!
ReplyDeleteyou are right to spoil them, they bring us so much please!!!
Hope you have takers on the watermelon, Debbie. Have a great day!
DeleteWonderful photos! They really are enjoying the fruit and the berries.
ReplyDeleteThank you for dropping in and commenting, Gunilla. Have a wonderful day!
DeleteBeautiful bird, eating. Thanks Susan.
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure, Bob. Thanks for dropping in.
DeleteWhat fun they are having with it....
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting BumbleVee :)
DeleteThis is so delightful, wonderful photos, and the birds must be ever so grateful. We always throw the watermelon rinds in the compost pile and something cleans them out overnight, but we haven't discovered who it is.
ReplyDeleteProbably a raccoon cleans your compost pile, Connie. Thanks for visiting and commenting.
DeleteGreat pictures - and the fruit is almost exactly what I had for breakfast!
ReplyDeleteCheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
Then you had a tasty breakfast, Stewart :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful post! The mockingbirds are like pets almost...they are there to entertain and delight, and you reward them richly! Who would have known they love watermelon and blueberries!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the kind comment, Marie. Have a wonderful evening!
Delete