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NORRIDGEWOCK — Veronica Carrigan obviously loves birds, especially the friendly chickadees that are more than happy to eat out of her hand. She says she has been feeding and watching birds for about five years.
“I could stare out the window all day and see what new arrival has come,” she admitted, adding “I also feed squirrels.”
Carrigan says it wasn’t difficult to lure the chickadees to her hand. “I have a couple feeders right outside my bedroom window,” she said. “About three weeks ago, I decided to put some seed in my hand and stick it out the window. Within minutes, I had a swarm of chickadees and even a red breasted nuthatch eating from my hand!”
She was surprised it didn’t take longer than that. “They are used to me now. A few even sit in my palm for a while to eat,” she said. “It’s a wonderful experience! I usually wait until they are busy at the feeders. I lean my phone against the window and start shooting. I’m not even looking to see what I capture. At times, I get lovely surprises.”
Carrigan says interacting with the birds is a relaxing and happy experience. Her grandson, Aiden, has also fed the birds. “Now, we are just a regular part of their day,” Carrigan said. “It’s just wonderful!”
PHOTOS: Veronica Carrigan feeds the chickadees. (Veronica Carrigan photo)
