March 11th Snowfall:

Male Red-winged Blackbirds searched for food at our feeder on this snowy day. These two were having a territorial discussion for backyard boss!

Around dinner time, five Red-winged Blackbirds feasted at the feeder.

Winter continues so I concentrated on looking for animal tracks.

A busy highway for squirrels between two sheltered areas.

Snow Snakes! I used to joke with elementary students that these tunnels in the snow were made by snow snakes. (Snakes are cold blooded and can't move in cold temperatures.) However the tunnels made by mice as they navigate under the snowy layer look like they could have been made by slithering snakes! A few exit/entrance holes are visible in the tunnels. Traveling under the snow can help prey to hide from hungry predators!

 

Wild Turkey tracks after a fresh snowfall.

A Black Squirrel appeared to be chewing on a stick, much like a beaver would do.

Skidding Squirrel tracks on the ice.