They actually help spread mistletoe through their droppings, but mistletoe is not as bad for mesquite trees as is commonly thought. I'll send you an article or two on the subject.
Neat shots! And your narrative, “birds can’t swallow” w the water running out of its mouth! Supports my thought-ya don’t know what ya don’t know! Never considered the question-so Thankyou for that pearl!
Another unexpected find to enjoy. I do see the cardinal resemblance. 😊
Thank you Marylou
Another gold nugget in the pond!
Thanks Calvin
If they consume mistletoe berries, could they help save infested mesquite trees?
They actually help spread mistletoe through their droppings, but mistletoe is not as bad for mesquite trees as is commonly thought. I'll send you an article or two on the subject.
Neat shots! And your narrative, “birds can’t swallow” w the water running out of its mouth! Supports my thought-ya don’t know what ya don’t know! Never considered the question-so Thankyou for that pearl!
Thanks. Our learning never stops.