An escaped parakeet or parrot from South America on the cherry tree in our garden. Many, many such parrots can be seen in and around Amsterdam. When we lived in Paris, we often saw parrots in the Bois du Boulogne. They have learned to adapt to colder climes.
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Taking flight.
Taking advantage of the bird feeder.
Snowfall began late last night and hasn't stopped.
Two parakeets in a weeping willow tree.
The path in our garden leading to the deck and the canal.
The frozen canal and rowboat, covered with snow.
Bike paths have been cleared with snow plows and most trains are running. How's the weather in your corner of the world?
It's an Indian Ring-neck - beautiful birds!
Posted by: Megan | 25 January 2013 at 06:42
The unexpected color in the midst of winter is wonderful. I am fascinated by birds in general and this little chap looks to be very charming. Here in Washington state, we are experiencing a very mild winter season so far.....
Posted by: Mary H. | 18 January 2013 at 00:42
When we stayed in Amsterdam a few years ago we were amazed to see the parrots. The hotel where we stayed had a feeder on the patio. How beautiful they are against your garden and snow. Your winter garden is also just beautiful.
Posted by: Marilyn | 17 January 2013 at 21:41
What a beautiful burst of color with all that snow! Oh, how that would make me smile! And your canal is lovely in the cold -- really love that train passing. It's cold as all get out here, and they threaten more snow. I hope it's an idle threat!
Posted by: jeanie | 17 January 2013 at 01:36
LOVE these... beautiful!!!!
Posted by: m a sloan | 16 January 2013 at 12:37
Just love the unexpectedness of that vivid-coloured parrot against the monochrome snow - fabulous pictures!
We had a beautiful snow day earlier this week in London, but it's all disappeared - hope yours lasts longer!
Posted by: Karen@PasGrand-Chose | 15 January 2013 at 19:51
I have never seen parrots in the snow before...........Thanks for all the beautiful photographs. Our winter has been quite mild here, but as you know I am so anxious for Spring to arrive.
Love and blessings
Jeanne♥
Posted by: Jeanne | 15 January 2013 at 16:01