As soon as there is fresh water ..

Vireo

https://youtu.be/fjVCgqgZJCQ

Rufous-collared sparrow after a dip in the pond.

Two vireos and a dove

https://youtu.be/dJz4c9vPHJE

Bird pond visitors. Saffron finches and Rufous-collared sparrow.

The Rufous-collared sparrows are careful and stay at the side of the pond.

The finches go splashing in the deeper part in the middle of the pond.

Sand .. Gravel bath.

Rufous-collared Sparrow - Roodkraaggors - Zonotrichia capensis

Sharing

Curaçao birds are not known for sharing.

Most of the time they chase each other away, even if there is more than enough food for all.

But during the drought, having a drink is too important to fight over.

Bananaquit and flycatcher

Flycatcher and female rufous-collared sparrow.

Rufous-collared sparrow, female. (Zonotrichia capensis)

Zonotrichia capensis