Ruddy Duck at Thomas Point.

I went to Kent Narrows this morning, looking for a reported Snowy Owl, but had no luck. There wasn’t much else to see, either,

Thomas Point was next. It was a warmish, calm day, and Thomas Point can be very productive in those conditions.

There were plenty of distant birds, as usual, but I did get a few decent images. I ended at my friend’s house, where I got some closer looks in good light.

Long Tailed Duck 2018-25

It’s been a good year for Long Tailed Ducks.

Lesser Scaup 2018-44

A few Scaup were hanging out at my friend’s house.

Redhead 2018-12

Redhead 2018-11

I found only a few Redheads.

Tundra Swan 2018-55 Tundra Swan 2018-54 Tundra Swan 2018-56

Tundra Swan 2018-52

Tundra Swan 2018-53

Tundra Swans will often have little spats. 

Canvasback 2018-37 Canvasback 2018-36

 

Canvasback 2018-33

Many Canvasbacks stay in the area all Winter.

 

Surf Scoter 2018-8

Common Goldeneye 2018-18

Only a few Common Goldeneyes were present.

Ruddy Duck 2018-25