I ran into Graeme at the lake this morning, and we made the rounds looking for bugs and birds. Bugs were scarce, but the birds were a bit better.
There wasn’t anything new, though, and I fear we’re entering the birding doldrums that often occur in early summer.
Views of Lake Artemesia.
Red Winged Blackbirds are numerous at the lake.
This female Goldfinch was in the shade.
I got one try at this Mockingbird before he flew off.
I just barely caught this flight of 6-8 Snowy Egrets flying over the lake.
This Eastern Kingbird can be found at the same spot every day.
It’s odd to see a Wood Duck on the asphalt trail.
This Mallard hen was hanging out with the Wood Ducks.
Several Wood Ducks with young are easy to find.
I was ready for this Green Heron when he took off.
I’m still surprised at how close you can get to a Barn Swallow.
This is as close as I’ve gotten to the Orchard Orioles at the lake.
Graeme and I interrupted this turtle while she was trying to lay eggs.
Today’s flowers.
