Orchard Oriole at Governor’s Bridge

Once a month we head out to pay rent, visit Sam’s Club and stock up on food, and today was the day. I’m always impatient, as it interferes with birding, but some chores can’t be avoided or put off.
I got to Governor’s Bridge around 10:00, and got off to a great start, including a Yellow Billed Cuckoo, but the birds tapered off quickly after that. I’m convinced that the best birding is in the morning. Still, I’ve had worse days.

White Breasted Nuthatch

I found this White Breasted Nuthatch at Truxtun in a short trip this afternoon.

Red Winged Blackbird

Red Winged Blackbird

This Red Winged Blackbird was also at Truxtun.

Red Bellied Woodpecker

This Red Bellied Woodpecker was foraging noisily.

White Throated Sparrow

In my experience, it’s unusual to get this close to a White Throated Sparrow.

White Eyed Vireo

White Eyed Vireo

I used my IBird app to play this White Eyed Vireo’s song and lure him into the open.

Orchard Oriole

I haven’t seen a female Orchard Oriole since last Summer.

Goldfinch

This Goldfinch and his mate were feeding in a Pine Tree.

Great Blue Heron

This Great Blue Heron was fishing in the lake.

Prothonotary Warbler

Prothonotary Warbler

Prothonotary Warbler

Prothonotary Warbler

Prothonotary Warbler

Prothonotary Warbler

This Prothonotary Warbler was feeding along the bank of a small pond.