Linda, Nelda and I have already been in contact on it. While prothontaries have been known to take some fruit and seeds outside of the breeding season, I've never heard of one visiting a feeder. A remarkable occurence. I've asked Nelda to let me know if she's lucky enough to get another one! Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: Al Warfield To: va-richmond-general@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2005 4:35 PM Subject: [va-richmond-general] Re: Prothonotary Warbler What a treat! You should send your email to Bob Reilly. Linda ----- Original Message ----- From: Nelda Snyder To: va-richmond-general Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2005 9:22 AM Subject: [va-richmond-general] Prothonotary Warbler This morning when I looked closer to check a "yellow bird" near the feeders, I found a prothonotary warbler trying to get on the black oil seed feeder. The mamma house finches feeding their newest babies kicked the "intruder" off, and after several more unsuccessful tries, it settled on the mixed seed open feeder. Then I noticed the band on its leg. We're not too far from the prothonotary housing project, but rarely see this warbler near the house. Fun! Nelda Snyder snyderfolks@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Why Wait? Move to EarthLink.