Two Birds On A Wire by Myron Gilbert Pen & Ink on Paper, 12 x 9 inches

‘Tis the season for migrating birds. I’m no expert, but I’ve read that the most common pattern is the autumn return to warmer regions to the south, primarily for food and nesting locations.

Storks On Roof by Nikolai Kraneis Oil on Canvas, 23.6 inch x 15.7 inch $1,200

According to allaboutbirds.org, “As winter approaches and the availability of insects and other food drops, the birds move south. Escaping the cold is a motivating factor but many species, including hummingbirds, can withstand freezing temperatures as long as an adequate supply of food is available.”

Promises Kept by Carrie MaKenna Acrylic on Canvas, 48 x 36 inches $3,800

Birds XXXIV by Maria Iciak Watercolor on Paper, 10 x 12 inches $210

Of course there are many types of birds and therefore many types of migration. Permanent resident birds do not migrate. Then, there are short, medium and long distance migrants.

Center Stage by Bonnie Lammar Photograph, 12 x 12 inches $475

Birds in Winter by Gayle Fitzpatrick Oil on Canvas, 24 x 18 inches $565

Hearing birds chirping outside my window this morning made me think of what their plans were for the holidays!