Even the animal kingdom lost its “lovin feelin” when Eden crashed. They too show greed and fight for food.
The reddish head and chest are the males and the females are dull brown. What’s wrong with that idea…anyway the female on the upper perch was down on the lower perch but he ran her off. So she is patiently waiting until he leaves so that she can eat. The hanging thistle sack is a good 10 feet further back but it looks like she could eat those. The goldfinches really enjoy those.
The males are also messier knocking seeds to the ground…
But I still enjoy them. I switched to the safflower seeds to discourage grackles and squirrels. Seems to be working but I do have one sunflower seed cake for the cardinals and Mimi let’s me know when squirrels are after that one.
Hope all have a remaining blessed day. Remember to be kind to all of creation.
For the Love of 
Backyard bird feeders give us so much entertainment (and so much to think about) for a small amount of effort!
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Fully agree.
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Interesting…safflower seeds. We should try those? We have the bird fights going on all the time. I do appreciate how many different types of birds have come to our yard as a result of the mixed seeds. Glad you found a way to discourage the squirrels.
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They do look so busy…and focused.
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I love birds.:)
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