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Naturally Courtney
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Registrace 19. 12. 2023
Welcome to Naturally Courtney, your serene escape into the heart of nature's wonders! Dive into a world where the stress of daily life melts away, replaced by the tranquil beauty of birds in flight, the gentle swaying of leaves in the breeze, and the vibrant colors of blooming flowers. From the comfort of your home, join me on a journey through lush backyards, pristine gardens, and untouched wilderness. Each video is an opportunity to embrace the calming effects of nature.
Here, I celebrate the simple joys of birdwatching and wildlife observation, capturing moments of serenity, and providing insights on nature’s wonders. Whether it's the playfulness of squirrels, the graceful elegance of wading birds, or the mesmerizing dance of petals in the wind, Naturally Courtney is your destination for relaxing delights.
Subscribe and become part of a community that cherishes nature. Together, let's explore the beauty that surrounds us, and rediscover the wonder and happiness that nature holds.
Here, I celebrate the simple joys of birdwatching and wildlife observation, capturing moments of serenity, and providing insights on nature’s wonders. Whether it's the playfulness of squirrels, the graceful elegance of wading birds, or the mesmerizing dance of petals in the wind, Naturally Courtney is your destination for relaxing delights.
Subscribe and become part of a community that cherishes nature. Together, let's explore the beauty that surrounds us, and rediscover the wonder and happiness that nature holds.
Discover the Common Gallinule: 5 Intriguing Facts
Join me to explore some interesting facts about the common gallinule, a bird full of surprises and unique traits. From their distinctive appearance to their remarkable abilities, we'll discover facts that make these birds truly special. Whether you're an established birdwatcher or just starting your birding adventures, this video is packed with interesting tidbits that will make you wonder why this beautiful bird would ever be called “common.”
Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more relaxing nature adventures and birdwatching insights.
*All footage in this video is original and filmed by Naturally Courtney.
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🐤BIRD WATCHING BASICS:
Bird Feeder Tray (Love this! Made from recycled plastic, sturdy, and water resistant)
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Domed Bird Feeder Tray (Another sturdy, recycled option, and it has a dome)
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House Bird Feeder (Very pretty and great quality. Separate seed compartments too!)
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Squirrel Baffle (Blocks squirrels etc. from climbing poles to reach bird feeders)
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Squirrel Baffle for Wood Posts (This one fits around 4x4 posts; game changer!)
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Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder (Love squirrels, but this keeps more food for my birds. It’s really funny to watch the squirrels too!)
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🎥VIDEO EQUIPMENT/ACCESSORIES I USE:
Nikon Coolpix P950 (Used for close up footage):
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Camera Bag:
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro (Used for most of video ):
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Voiceover Mic:
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🎼MUSIC LINKS:
Like the playlist I put together for this video? Check out the songs here:
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Naturally Courtney Intro/Outro Music:
Collin Lim / Must Be (Timing) (Instrumental Version) / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
***DISCLAIMER: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, I may earn a small commission or reward at no additional cost to you.
Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more relaxing nature adventures and birdwatching insights.
*All footage in this video is original and filmed by Naturally Courtney.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
🐤BIRD WATCHING BASICS:
Bird Feeder Tray (Love this! Made from recycled plastic, sturdy, and water resistant)
amzn.to/3RttUxk
Domed Bird Feeder Tray (Another sturdy, recycled option, and it has a dome)
amzn.to/3VC29oB
House Bird Feeder (Very pretty and great quality. Separate seed compartments too!)
amzn.to/4exa7XI
Squirrel Baffle (Blocks squirrels etc. from climbing poles to reach bird feeders)
amzn.to/3KIBLmJ
Squirrel Baffle for Wood Posts (This one fits around 4x4 posts; game changer!)
amzn.to/4bYe3z3
Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder (Love squirrels, but this keeps more food for my birds. It’s really funny to watch the squirrels too!)
amzn.to/3xgEj8v
🎥VIDEO EQUIPMENT/ACCESSORIES I USE:
Nikon Coolpix P950 (Used for close up footage):
amzn.to/3VC4DTT
Camera Bag:
amzn.to/3VCjfCW
Apple iPhone 15 Pro (Used for most of video ):
amzn.to/3KD6yRU
Voiceover Mic:
amzn.to/3KDT3kO
🎼MUSIC LINKS:
Like the playlist I put together for this video? Check out the songs here:
share.epidemicsound.com/gf0n4x/?playlist=b7hkb3sfbfgy2qshtheomqowc8jeydqu
And, if you use this ⬆️ playlist link to sign up for Epidemic Sound, you’ll get 7 days for free!
Naturally Courtney Intro/Outro Music:
Collin Lim / Must Be (Timing) (Instrumental Version) / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
***DISCLAIMER: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, I may earn a small commission or reward at no additional cost to you.
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TIL that bluebirds and bluejays are not the same thing lol
😂
Finally saw one at the cabin. Ran into my window, then started pecking on the posts on the porch.😂
Wow! You got a really up close view then! Aren’t they cool looking?
I dont really like squirrels at all, they are invasive, cause lots of damage and personally I dont find them cute at all, but this video at least let me understand them better
Hey there! I totally understand your point of view. I appreciate you taking the time to watch my video and learn a bit about them.👍
I have an opposite question. I can’t keep the birds away from the squirrels food. LOL We have a large amount of starlings here and they’re pigs. One can gobble up in seconds what it takes a squirrel 5 minutes to eat. At least the squirrels put up a fight when the birds try to scare them away. LOL
Lol! I can totally imagine starlings doing that 😂 I guess they’re keeping the squirrels on their toes!
I put out seeds for birds (finches, mourning doves, cardinals) and squirrels come by to eat. I "bribe" them with nuts to leave the bird seed alone. They enjoy the nuts and come back for more. I love the squirrels too - there's plenty for everybody!
Absolutely! I feel the same way😀
It really does sound like someone laughing 😂
Yes!😂
Great video. Thank you for introducing me to a new bird, well new to me. We don't have them here in the Pacific Northwest. I will have to keep an eye out from them when I an in California.
Aww thank you so much! Yes, definitely look for them in California. They are stunning in person and so fun to hear!
My squirrel loves vanilla tootsie rolls
Oh no! I hope he doesn’t eat them too often!😳😄
@@NaturallyCourtneyChannel Why is that? Does it hurt them? When I ran out of peanuts the squirrel ran up to me asking for food and tootsie rolls was all I had so I gave him a few and he loved it. Since then ive been giving him one every other day
Well, I’m no expert on exactly what can happen if they eat tootsie rolls, but I do know that the ingredients are not the best for them. Also, chocolate can be toxic to them, so thankfully you gave him vanilla 👍 That is very sweet that you like to give your squirrel treats though!☺️
@@NaturallyCourtneyChannel After patiently waiting 15 minutes at a time for a whole day the squirrels now eat out of my hand! My dream came true LoL...When im outside they run in circles around me to try to play so I act like im chasing them, almost like old Frankenstein movie chase HaHaHa but we have fun. I thought about letting them inside the house because they wanna come inside but I decided against that because I dont want them to lose their survival skills in case something happens to me.
Aww I love that! I have a couple of them that will eat out of my hand and it’s awesome! I am so attached to them🥰
I do my best to feed the birds, not the squirrels. I live in a green enclave that is part of a city. Rats are a real problem in the whole metroplex- a problem I don't want to have! I keep birdseed off the ground by using catch-basins under my feeders. My feeders are the tube-type. They have springboard style perches that are meant to close if a squirrel tries to climb onto them. That helps, but squirrels still get some seeds. One must give squirrels credit: they're always going to prevail, to some extent!
That is an interesting set up. Yes, you’re right…the squirrel’s superpower is definitely tenacity! 😂
He’s a tough guy stood up to you…lol
Lol! Do you mean the one screeching? No, that wasn’t for me; there was a cat around. But you’re right, he is tough! 💪 😂
Thank you very much, very nice vid and informative. But I find the music quite annoying, especially when you want us to listen to the squirrel, with loud background music: counterproductive!
Noted. The music will remain as it creates the vibe, but I totally understand if it’s not your cup of tea. Can’t please everyone. I’ll look into lowering the music volume when I want you to hear animals or something in the future 👍
Well done! I never would have noticed that the sparrow was in my yard, let alone what kind he of sparrow he was, and that he wasn't supposed to be here. 👍👍
Thank you so much! Lol! Yes, I’m definitely a bird nerd 🤓😂
RollerFeeder settled my problems besides making me laugh.
I just looked it up. What a smart design!
These birds are absolutely beautiful we have 4 males and 3 females that come vist everyday and we love them ❤️
I love that😊
Years ago I lived in the woods in the mountains in a very rural area. We had lots of tree squirrels there and lots of trees with various nuts. One morning in winter, I went to my closet to get my boots which I always wore to go out and feed the horses. I started to put on a boot and noticed something didn't feel right in my boot. I turned it upside down and out fell 3 little acorns. Somehow, a squirrel had managed to come up through our floor and into my closet to hide his acorns. I was overwhelmed by Mr. Squirrel's cuteness! These days I still live in the woods and feed the squirrels sunflower seeds and other treats, they seem to really appreciate it.
What a cute story! I love that😊
They're so cute. We had a mama and 3 young ones raiding our plum tree a few years back!
Aww that’s adorable ☺️
Lil Beauties ❤, and very intelligent, thank you for this
Yes, they are! You’re so welcome. Thank you for the lovely comment😊
Yes they are very intelligent, I've noticed that. Have watched the squirrels for 20 yrs. I also once had a rescue squirrel who was 10 days old when I got him. That was a fun adventure. Squirrels are nice and they don't bother the birds I feed either. They're polite.
Beautiful footage!
Thank you!
Nuts are needed most in winter, fresh fruits etc. in summer. Too many nuts can cause them problems. I love to feed the wild ones, too. 😁
Yes👍 That’s great!
Loved the scene with the two mockingbirds, That hawk looked liked he was more annoyed than scared! LOL great closeups. I loved the sound track. 👍👍😎
Thank you! 😂 Yes, the mockingbirds fussing and annoying the hawk is my favorite!
@@NaturallyCourtneyChannelyes those mockingbirds are feisty! I’ve seen them chasing huge crows! They don’t play and will attack a human if you come near their nest.
You are absolutely right lol! I love mockingbirds though! They can be feisty, but also very sweet. The ones that come to our backyard will come very close to my husband and I while they eat and splash in the birdbath🥹 I wouldn’t dare test them by getting anywhere near their nest though 😂
Lol the poor lizard trying to defend himself. Great video!!
Lol! Thanks so much😊
Not sure if you got my comment or not....but I saw this hawk on front walk...opened the door...and my friend got a squirrel 😮
Oh wow😦 I’m always afraid that I’m going to see this hawk snatch up one of my squirrels🫣
Great job and info
Thank you!
They are smart creatures ❤❤👍👍
Absolutely👍
I put out enough for all - kudos to those that do
That’s great!😀
I live across from a very large campground they have 15 peacocks and for some reason they spend most of their time at my house the females even bringing the young to meet me....they even knock on the door and rest on my deck they are so beautiful
Wow! That’s so cool!🤗
The dark side of gray squirrels iis that they are cannibalistic. I had one run across my yard with a nearly full grown squirrel in its mouth.
🫣 I’m so glad I have never seen that.
Thank you ❤❤❤👍👍👍
You’re welcome! Thank you for the kind comment☺️
Great, but too short. My cat would like to see it all again and again without the narration
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback, however my purpose for this channel is to help people discover the beauty of nature while educating them on it. I am also a teacher by profession, so the narration aspect is important to me.
Very cute birds! Lovely video!
Aww thank you! Yes, they are adorable🤗
What a beautiful video ❤
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that😊
Great video! I have a bully red belly at cabin. All the birds scatter when it comes dashing aggressively to feeder
Thank you so much! Lol sounds like my feeder! 😂
👍👍 Excellent job again, the close-ups were phenomenal!! Thanks
Thank you!😊
I subscribed! #140. Donyou name the squirrels you see everyday?
Hi! Thanks so much! Yes, I name the ones that I can recognize. My favorite little buddy is named Patches. He comes up to me takes peanuts directly from my hand!
@NaturallyCourtneyChannel It is so special when one trusts you enough to do that. I just saw a Squirrel I call Flopsy in the park after 2 months and she came right up to me!
Wow! That’s amazing!😀
I feed the birds squirrels and chipmunks
Cool! We don’t have chipmunks where I live, but they are so cute!☺️
What does it taste like?
😂 It’s an acquired taste 🐜
Do they ever blink? 👍👍
Lol! That’s a good question 😂
Yes. Squirrels blink! 🐿️💕
@@NaturallyCourtneyChannel Yes, they blink when they perceive danger. They have excellent vision as well.
Lol! Yes, I know they blink; I was just being silly😂 Thanks for your input!☺️
Those things are a nuisance! Lol! They be pecking on people cars!
😂 I’ve never seen them doing that, but they are very bold so I don’t doubt it lol!
Thanks for another well done video!! Great shots of the birds, I've learned more about Florida's wildlife and plant life in the last 3 months than in the 30+ years I haved lived here! Thanks .😄
Lol! Thank you so much! I’m glad you are enjoying the videos☺️
Beautiful ❤
Thank you! 😊
Never realized they were so plentiful in my neighborhood, keep giving such insightful education❤
They are like a hidden treasure! Thank you for your support☺️
I like that bird feeder. Is it squirrel proof? 😊
LOL It is supposed to be!😂 I think the battery is low so it is not working as it should, but it’s called a Yankee Flipper.
@@NaturallyCourtneyChannel oh it’s battery operated? How does it work?
It is weight-activated and the bottom portion spins when something heavier than a songbird grabs on. It doesn’t harm the squirrels, just gives them a challenge.😁
sweet squeaky baby :)
Gotta love them!☺️
Lol, I love the thumbnail.😊
😂 Thank you!
Such beauty so close to home. I had never heard of the Limpkim that's not an Ibis!! So informative. Please continue educating us on these mesmerizing birds
Yes, limpkins are beautiful! I really appreciate your comment!😊
Very interesting 😊
Glad you think so! Much appreciated☺️
Squirrels rule
Yeah they do!😄
They don't. They thrive bevethe;ess.
The squirrels love to eat with the birds and rabbits in my garden. I just put enough for all the birds and critters. The deer will eat there too. 😊❤❤❤
That sounds amazing! I love that🥰
Dinosaurs in our midst.
Absolutely!😂
Hey great video. Thanks
Hey there! I really appreciate that😊
We call Squirrels "Larry and Lotte" in my Family... 😂 So if you're at my house Uncle Larry might be on the feeder in the back yard! Cardinal Birds are Gerorge and Bernadette (after the Catholic Cardinal; even though we're not Catholic) Of course Woody visits too! That's a no brain name 😂
LOL Too funny! Glad I’m not the only who names their backyard family! My favorite squirrel is Patches, the cardinals are Ami and Lily, and the red-bellied woodpeckers are George and Weezie 😂