Snow Birds!

Many American Robins could be found locally during last winter's mild temperatures. They are much more difficult to find this year. We have also noticed that Juniper Trees don't have as much fruit on them as in recent years. These berries can be an important source of food for Robins who choose to stay for the winter. Food is fuel and can help keep them warm in cold weather.

Northern Cardinals don't migrate, nor do they moult into a dull plumage. They are breathtaking to look at all year round, but especially "shine" in the winter. 

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Northern_Cardinal/overview

Mourning Doves, and other birds, will fluff up their feathers for improved insulation to help keep them warm in cold weather.

Mourning Doves can often be found resting in close proximity to one another.

Downy Woodpecker, searching for his next snack.

Downy Woodpecker - Peek-a-boo

Female House Sparrow, hanging out in some grape vine.

A very chatty Tufted Titmouse landed in a snowy shrub. They will hoard food in the fall and winter, taking advantage of bird feeders by storing many of the seeds they collect. Usually, the storage sites are within 40 metres of the feeder. They take only one seed per trip and usually shell the seeds before hiding them.

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Tufted_Titmouse/overview

The Tufted Titmouse eventually worked his way closer to the top of the wood pile.

A White-breasted Nuthatch waits patiently for his turn to visit the nearby feeder.