Merlin at Lake Artemesia.

I went to bed last night sure that I was going to Schoolhouse Pond this morning, but the car drove to Lake Artemesia instead. I suppose a relatively sure thing has its attractions.

The usual suspects were present, although there’s nothing usual about the Long Tailed Ducks who should be well North of here by now.

Some birds were quite cooperative, and the excellent weather was a big help.

I would not have found the Merlin without help, so thank you, Nathan.

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The gazebo at Lake Artemesia.

 

Swamp Sparrow 2019-1

This Swamp Sparrow may have just arrived.

Long Tailed Duck 2019-47

Two Long Tailed ducks have been attracting birders for several days.

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Caspian Tern 2019-4

This Caspian Tern was fishing successfully.

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Wood Duck 2019-49

Many Wood Ducks were foraging near shore.

Canada Goose 2019-21

A small flock of Canada Geese was resting on the lake.

Merlin 2019-1

This Merlin was well hidden and hard to find.

 

 

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