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the other day, while the washing machine (in a self-service laundry) was taking care of my clothes (already cleaning up to prepare for Spring) I went to a garden near by (to read and hear the birds), andā¦ was delighted to have the privilege of seeing a bird taking care of itsā nest 
I felt really honoredā¦ itās such a rare occasionā¦ even those nesting at our homeās trees as soon as we come closer they all fly away!
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sooooooo cuteā¦
https://www.instagram.com/p/DHV6khUxgXV/?igsh=bngybGlxcWRnZG9n
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lol, pure Bliss!!!
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The only place that I have found as wonderful as Portugal regarding bird watching, up to know, has beenā¦ Ireland!
There are many Hoopoes where I live at the momentā¦
They are gorgeousā¦
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I was trying to find a video that gave the songs of the most common birds in Portugal but could not find a good one.
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and this one was recorded just NOW:
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Last night I shined a flashlight on an Earthworm and it spooked and slid back into the ground. Made me wonder if they could sense light:
" AI Overview
Yes, earthworms can sense light through specialized light-sensitive cells in their skin, though they donāt have eyes, and they generally avoid bright light.
Hereās a more detailed explanation:
- Light-Sensitive Cells:
Earthworms lack eyes, but they possess light-sensitive cells (photoreceptors) in their skin, particularly concentrated towards the front end of their bodies.
- Negative Phototaxis:
They exhibit negative phototaxis, meaning they move away from light sources. This is likely an adaptation to avoid drying out and predators, as they are more vulnerable on the surface in bright conditions.
- Skin as a Sensory Organ:
Earthworms rely on their skin for a variety of sensory functions, including sensing light, touch, vibrations, and even some tastes.
- Light Sensitivity and Survival:
Earthworms are sensitive to light and can become paralyzed and die if exposed to bright light for too long, as their skin can dry out."
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Love it!
Heard a lot of Cardinals today, including one outside my window about 10-15min ago.
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" How Dogs Sense Storms Before We Do
March 27, 2025
Ever wonder why your dog starts acting weird before you even see a storm cloud? With their super-sensitive noses, ears and even fur, dogs can detect pressure drops, distant thunder and the smell of rain long before the first raindrop falls."
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