Sanderling at Sandy Point

The morning was surprisingly clear, given that snow was forecast.
I had to work near Sandy Point, so I made a quick stop on the way home. There were very few ducks, but a small flock of Sanderlings flew in as I was leaving, and landed virtually at my feet.

Ring Billed Gull

You’ll almost always find a Ring Billed Gull at Sandy Point.

Lesser Scaup

Lesser Scaup

Lesser Scaup

Lesser Scaups were the only ducks I saw.

Sanderling

Sanderling

Sanderling

Sanderling

Sanderling

Great Blue Heron at Possum Point

There was a lot of ice on the water this morning, which surprised me. I was hoping it would concentrate the ducks, but there weren’t as many as previously. A few flew out of the cove, but I couldn’t get good images.
A quick stop at Jonas Green Park turned up a couple of birds.

Ruddy Duck

This Ruddy Duck was foraging within 15 feet of me.

Possum Point
Possum Point 7

Possum Point

Looking West from Possum Point.

Black Backed Seagull

A favorite hangout for Black Backed Seagulls.

Bald Eagle

I saw this Bald Eagle at Jonas Green Park.

Great Blue Heron

I haven't seen many Great Blue Herons lately.