@legacyabq We were very happy to have the experience even if it turned out like it did. I now have another very healthy titmouse that comes to me for food whenever he sees me. Well, almost always-LOL! He is still a feisty titmouse.
@Silkara78 Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting. It was a special time for us. I've got another one this year who's perfectly healthy and just latched onto me. I'll get video up as soon as I can. Don't forget to subscribe to my channel. Jeff
@agapelove490 It was my pleasure. My sincerest hope was that I did make his last days comfortable. I feel his spirit in my latest titmouse buddy who's perfectly well but will fly from two yards away to feed from me. I'll be posting this sweetie as soon as I can. Thanks again for visiting my channel and my blog. Jeff
WOW! thats amazing i love how you feed him and take care of him but he lives in the wild thanks so much for that ROCK ON! (same with the tufted titmice)
@Legoboy127cp I had read in a hand feeding book that chickadees are the first ones to take you up on your hand feeding offer. To date, titmice are still the quickest to jump at the offer. He was a special little guy and we miss him.
@BlinkinFirefly Thank you for stopping by and I'm glad it affected you like it did us. His spirit lives on as I just had two titmice eating from my hand yesterday afternoon.Hope to get it on video soon.
@ancientswordfighters Thank you for stopping by and leaving your thoughts. Keep your eyes open for some new videos coming out of me hand feeding some more birds.
What I have found that works- for all you budding bird feeders out there- is to use something like a pie tin with seeds in it at first, then once the birds are used to that slowly introduce your hand
@richintalent That's a very good idea. That's what picnic tables are really good for. You can just sit there still with the seeds in front of you and if they come introduce hand slowly. If they stop when the hand is there back up and let them get comfortable with you,the tin and the seeds and repeat.
@Jo2ost That's one of the things I love about Titmice. They generally have no problem letting you know what they want and how soon-LOL! Thanks for stopping by and leaving your thoughts.
I just have to comment and say that this video and story almost made me cry... :) Such a sweet story. I found the video after searching for info on tufted titmice, after having a couple of "customers" at my deck feeder. Thank you for sharing this; because of reading comments on here, I am now going to take greater caution with making sure wet seeds aren't around for too long, and keeping water clean.
@incognitocat2 Thank you so much for watching this sweet video. He definitely touched our hearts. I'm always happy to hear when this video makes an impact on somebody. If more people will be extra vigilant about their birdbaths and feeders, it's all worthwhile. Jeff
@4patchwork20 I've got to say I've never heard of them nesting in gutters but if it is a titmouse get some shelled peanuts and they can't resist them. Just stand very close and look forward. Don't make eye contact. You should hear them fussing around you but they'll land if they're going to let you feed them.
@MisterLEM0NS Thank you for taking the time to watch this video and leave a comment. I agree it would be hard to see this sweet bird and have anything negative to say. Jeff
It's clear that you are a compassionate individual that blessings follow around you. Empathizing with such a wee creature tells volumes about your character. Bless you, I've done the same for my wee birdies and cherish each and every one of them as individuals.
@birdoculars Well, it's videos like YOURS, that help remind us that not everything that humans do is destructive or selfish. I'm glad he found solace with you.
@DK99824 He was an amazing experience for me. He started out as a hand feeder that would come to my back window and stare in at me until I came out. I've never heard of that before. It wasn't until a little later that I realized he had become sick. I'm glad I could take some time and see he needed help. Thanks for your kind words.
@carebearnmbr46 It was a very mixed blessing for us. We were happy that we could be of comfort to him but sorry as you were it ended as it did. I'd had success hand feeding and when this one first started coming to me he was very lively and cautious. It wasn't until he started spending time on our patio that I knew something was wrong. I'm glad we were able to touch you with this video. Thank you for stopping by. Be sure to visit my blog if you get a chance.
@BeautifulLivingArt I wouldn't trade spending time with him for the world. For the better of the week he shared with me he was perky and responsive and he encouraged others to feed from my hand as well. It was a truly a "bucket list" event for me!
@p2proxtheworld It broke my heart but I was glad that he wasn't suffering any more. Especially at the end I noticed labored breathing. Thanks for stopping by and viewing my video.
@birdoculars It looked so cute looking up at you. I wonder how he got that way. The Tufted Titmouse is my new favorite bird and hate to see one hurt or not well. You did a good thing by trying to help it.
@p2proxtheworld An expert I spoke with said he contracted aspergillosis(sp?) probably from water or wet seed. I watch my feeders very closely and don't even put them out until late afternoon/early evening. She even goes so far as to not feed them during the summer, something I'm at least considering.
Unfortunately, birds normally die from aspergillosis even if they are taken to a rescue facility. It's a bacterial infection if I remember correctly and those are hard to beat in birds.
That's really awesome how tame that titmouse is around you. I live in Buffalo,NY and I am an avid bird feeder/watcher and never seen anything like this ever. Not even with black-capped chickadees. Really cool video post. Keep taking care of those feathered friends.
Thanks for stopping by and commenting. It's been a real thrill for me to be able to get some of my backyard visitors to hand feed but it does take some patience. This guy was actually sick and he didn't return a few days later. If you're interested in doing some handfeeding, I would recommend Hugh Wiberg's book on the subject. Just go to amazon and put in his name.
You might have her start out by going out to your feeders, taking them down and standing there stock still with some hulled roasted peanuts. They can't resist them if they're at all healthy. If not, I would try some sunflower chips.
@Cindy7333 Thank you so much for stopping by my YouTube page. Yes, he was very precious. I'm glad I was able to help him through his last days. A birding expert I know said that she thought he had a respiratory condition that probably couldn't have been cured even if I had gotten him to a rescue.
This is wonderful! I think he was just getting old, from the look of him. These are very hardy birds. Nice experience to have though. Keep birding!
legacyabq 8 hours ago
@legacyabq We were very happy to have the experience even if it turned out like it did. I now have another very healthy titmouse that comes to me for food whenever he sees me. Well, almost always-LOL! He is still a feisty titmouse.
birdoculars 6 hours ago
When you love an animal they will trust you, even a wild bird :) Great job caring for this little cutie of the songbirds.
Silkara78 2 weeks ago
@Silkara78 Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting. It was a special time for us. I've got another one this year who's perfectly healthy and just latched onto me. I'll get video up as soon as I can. Don't forget to subscribe to my channel. Jeff
birdoculars 2 weeks ago
Thank you for sharing this cutie with us! I'm sure he/she appreciated your kindness, and you made their last days very nice. <3 I love birds so much!
agapelove490 1 month ago
@agapelove490 It was my pleasure. My sincerest hope was that I did make his last days comfortable. I feel his spirit in my latest titmouse buddy who's perfectly well but will fly from two yards away to feed from me. I'll be posting this sweetie as soon as I can. Thanks again for visiting my channel and my blog. Jeff
birdoculars 1 month ago
A glimt of paradise
sowhatprod 1 month ago
@sowhatprod Absolutely! I just wish it would have turned out better.
birdoculars 1 month ago
I'm hoping the bird is okay somehow.
modelcitizen72 2 months ago
@modelcitizen72 I would hope so too. Unfortunately, with him as sick as he was and not returning I'm afraid he didn't make it.
birdoculars 2 months ago
Very nice. Thank you
ChuckCh9 2 months ago
WOW! thats amazing i love how you feed him and take care of him but he lives in the wild thanks so much for that ROCK ON! (same with the tufted titmice)
I LOVE TUFTED TITMICE!
Legoboy127cp 3 months ago
@Legoboy127cp I had read in a hand feeding book that chickadees are the first ones to take you up on your hand feeding offer. To date, titmice are still the quickest to jump at the offer. He was a special little guy and we miss him.
birdoculars 3 months ago
this video is so sweet. =) thank you for helping him. what an amazing moment captured
BlinkinFirefly 3 months ago
@BlinkinFirefly Thank you for stopping by and I'm glad it affected you like it did us. His spirit lives on as I just had two titmice eating from my hand yesterday afternoon.Hope to get it on video soon.
birdoculars 3 months ago
Thank you so much for posting this! I always appreciate seeing people doing kind things for animals!
ancientswordfighters 3 months ago
@ancientswordfighters Thank you for stopping by and leaving your thoughts. Keep your eyes open for some new videos coming out of me hand feeding some more birds.
birdoculars 3 months ago
too bad it died
TheChainsOFMisery 4 months ago
What I have found that works- for all you budding bird feeders out there- is to use something like a pie tin with seeds in it at first, then once the birds are used to that slowly introduce your hand
richintalent 5 months ago
@richintalent That's a very good idea. That's what picnic tables are really good for. You can just sit there still with the seeds in front of you and if they come introduce hand slowly. If they stop when the hand is there back up and let them get comfortable with you,the tin and the seeds and repeat.
birdoculars 5 months ago
give me some cake!...now!:) innocent & beautiful birdy
Jo2ost 5 months ago
@Jo2ost That's one of the things I love about Titmice. They generally have no problem letting you know what they want and how soon-LOL! Thanks for stopping by and leaving your thoughts.
birdoculars 5 months ago
What a great video! too cute!
RainshadowCoast 6 months ago
@RainshadowCoast Thank you so much for visiting and commenting. It was a special time.
birdoculars 6 months ago
sweet and cute indeed
ohrofax 7 months ago 2
@ohrofax Thank you for stopping by. Yes, I believe both of those describe him to a tee.
birdoculars 7 months ago
I just have to comment and say that this video and story almost made me cry... :) Such a sweet story. I found the video after searching for info on tufted titmice, after having a couple of "customers" at my deck feeder. Thank you for sharing this; because of reading comments on here, I am now going to take greater caution with making sure wet seeds aren't around for too long, and keeping water clean.
incognitocat2 7 months ago
@incognitocat2 Thank you so much for watching this sweet video. He definitely touched our hearts. I'm always happy to hear when this video makes an impact on somebody. If more people will be extra vigilant about their birdbaths and feeders, it's all worthwhile. Jeff
birdoculars 7 months ago
He's Jet-Puffed! lol
CalliCat1113 7 months ago
This is the coolest thing there is one in my making a nest in the gutter see if I can try and hand feed it nice vid
4patchwork20 7 months ago
@4patchwork20 I've got to say I've never heard of them nesting in gutters but if it is a titmouse get some shelled peanuts and they can't resist them. Just stand very close and look forward. Don't make eye contact. You should hear them fussing around you but they'll land if they're going to let you feed them.
birdoculars 7 months ago
this video may quuite possibly never recieve a thumbs down
MisterLEM0NS 8 months ago
@MisterLEM0NS Thank you for taking the time to watch this video and leave a comment. I agree it would be hard to see this sweet bird and have anything negative to say. Jeff
birdoculars 8 months ago
This is beautiful.
noellana 8 months ago
@noellana Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving your thoughts.
birdoculars 8 months ago
They look like cardinals without the red.
nddlj 9 months ago
It's clear that you are a compassionate individual that blessings follow around you. Empathizing with such a wee creature tells volumes about your character. Bless you, I've done the same for my wee birdies and cherish each and every one of them as individuals.
lambikins 1 year ago 2
@lambikins Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. I do feel truly blessed by these tiny creatures.
birdoculars 1 year ago 2
@birdoculars Well, it's videos like YOURS, that help remind us that not everything that humans do is destructive or selfish. I'm glad he found solace with you.
lambikins 1 year ago
@lambikins I'd like to think he did. Thank you so much for your kind words.
birdoculars 1 year ago
@birdoculars It looks like the little birdie loves you :)
DK99824 1 year ago
@DK99824 He was an amazing experience for me. He started out as a hand feeder that would come to my back window and stare in at me until I came out. I've never heard of that before. It wasn't until a little later that I realized he had become sick. I'm glad I could take some time and see he needed help. Thanks for your kind words.
birdoculars 1 year ago
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DK99824 1 year ago
@carebearnmbr46 It was a very mixed blessing for us. We were happy that we could be of comfort to him but sorry as you were it ended as it did. I'd had success hand feeding and when this one first started coming to me he was very lively and cautious. It wasn't until he started spending time on our patio that I knew something was wrong. I'm glad we were able to touch you with this video. Thank you for stopping by. Be sure to visit my blog if you get a chance.
birdoculars 1 year ago
so sweet, I love birds and I feed them and the Squirels..
alaskanmal63 1 year ago
@alaskanmal63 I feed squirrels in my backyard too. As long as I keep baffles on my feeder poles there's no problem with them getting in my feeders.
birdoculars 1 year ago
awww how cute!!!!
ttttine 1 year ago
What a great video. Greetings from Germany.
mbhsug 1 year ago
@mbhsug Thank you. It was one of those experiences you have that you never forget.
birdoculars 1 year ago
So amazing! I'm sorry he passed on, but it's great that you got to have this wonderful experience. :)
BeautifulLivingArt 1 year ago
@BeautifulLivingArt I wouldn't trade spending time with him for the world. For the better of the week he shared with me he was perky and responsive and he encouraged others to feed from my hand as well. It was a truly a "bucket list" event for me!
birdoculars 1 year ago
So, so cute, but it's sad that he didn't return.
p2proxtheworld 1 year ago
@p2proxtheworld It broke my heart but I was glad that he wasn't suffering any more. Especially at the end I noticed labored breathing. Thanks for stopping by and viewing my video.
birdoculars 1 year ago
@birdoculars It looked so cute looking up at you. I wonder how he got that way. The Tufted Titmouse is my new favorite bird and hate to see one hurt or not well. You did a good thing by trying to help it.
p2proxtheworld 1 year ago
@p2proxtheworld An expert I spoke with said he contracted aspergillosis(sp?) probably from water or wet seed. I watch my feeders very closely and don't even put them out until late afternoon/early evening. She even goes so far as to not feed them during the summer, something I'm at least considering.
Unfortunately, birds normally die from aspergillosis even if they are taken to a rescue facility. It's a bacterial infection if I remember correctly and those are hard to beat in birds.
birdoculars 1 year ago
I really like birds :-)
darthtil 1 year ago
BRAVO !
alandjiiski 1 year ago
That's really awesome how tame that titmouse is around you. I live in Buffalo,NY and I am an avid bird feeder/watcher and never seen anything like this ever. Not even with black-capped chickadees. Really cool video post. Keep taking care of those feathered friends.
SabreMatt311 2 years ago
Thanks for stopping by and commenting. It's been a real thrill for me to be able to get some of my backyard visitors to hand feed but it does take some patience. This guy was actually sick and he didn't return a few days later. If you're interested in doing some handfeeding, I would recommend Hugh Wiberg's book on the subject. Just go to amazon and put in his name.
birdoculars 2 years ago
You might have her start out by going out to your feeders, taking them down and standing there stock still with some hulled roasted peanuts. They can't resist them if they're at all healthy. If not, I would try some sunflower chips.
birdoculars 2 years ago
@Cindy7333 Thank you so much for stopping by my YouTube page. Yes, he was very precious. I'm glad I was able to help him through his last days. A birding expert I know said that she thought he had a respiratory condition that probably couldn't have been cured even if I had gotten him to a rescue.
Jeff
birdoculars 2 years ago