The Sun was just barely up when I spotted this Magnolia Warbler.

There were many Ruby Crowned Kinglets mixed in with the Yellow Rumps.

The number of Yellow Rumped Warblers was astonishing, and I took far too many pictures of these handsome birds.

Cardinals were present in large numbers also, and very active.

Small flocks of Cedar Waxwings continue to roam the park.

Here you can see how the Red Bellied Woodpecker got his name.

White Throated Sparrows continue to migrate.

Can he really swallow that whole thing?

This Sharp Shinned Hawk landed in a tree right in front of me, and I was lucky to be ready to take this shot.

The long beak suggests this might be a Hairy Woodpecker.

Flickers continue to move around the park in small flocks.

A large flock of Goldfinches was foraging in the meadow.

I saw several small flocks of White Crowned Sparrows.

Two adult Bald Eagles flew over low enough for a decent shot. I’ve seen these birds many times now, and it’s a thrill every time.

I don’t often see Eastern Towhees.

What happened here?

Several Ring Billed Gulls were soaring near the beach.

This Great Blue Heron was quite close to the bridge when I arrived, but I spooked her, and she flew some distance away. Eventually, she worked her way back closer to my position.

Here’s another try at a decent sunrise shot, complete with gulls.

This is a Swamp Sparrow.

White Throated Sparrows continue to be abundant.

Eastern Phoebes continue to hog the camera.

House Finches are present in large numbers.

Palm Warblers enjoy foraging in the grass.

The white eye ring makes this Ruby Crowned Kinglet’s eyes look huge.

White Crowned Sparrows continue to migrate through our area.

I was surprised to see a pair of Cooper’s Hawks soaring overhead.

There are many Bluebird boxes at Greenbury Point, and they are very effective.

It’s not always easy to capture these birds in flight, but I was lucky enough to have time for this Great Blue Heron.

Large flocks of Goldfinches can usually be seen out by the towers. This one has acquired her Winter plumage.

Sunrise at Possum Point.

This Great Blue Heron was right at the end of the point at dawn.

Flocks of Canada Geese are frequently seen flying over the bay at this time of year.

This Red Bellied Woodpecker announced her presence loudly.

This Blue Headed Vireo should be heading for Central America soon.

Palm Warbles are often seen foraging on the ground.

I still can’t pass up an Eastern Phoebe.
From Cornelll:
“The Eastern Phoebe is a plump songbird with a medium-length tail. It appears large-headed for a bird of its size. The head often appears flat on top, but phoebes sometimes raise the feathers up into a peak. Like most small flycatchers, they have short, thin bills used for catching insects.”

This Golden Crowned Kinglet is a first for me.

I think this is a Field Sparrow.

White Throated Sparrows are showing up everywhere.

House Finches are almost always present in large numbers.

I took so many photos so rapidly today that I didn’t even know I had a Yellow Rumped Warbler.

Many Bluebirds are present in the fields.

This Carolina Wren was singing loudly.

White Crowned Sparrows are appearing everywhere I go.

My fellow birders are reporting Ruby Crowned Kinglets all over Maryland.

This Ruby Crowned Kinglet thought he was a Hummingbird, as he repeatedly hovered beneath this leaf, trying to glean the insects on it.

I was surprised to see this deer out in the daytime.

Large flocks of Red Winged Blackbirds live near the marsh ponds.

This is a juvenile White Crowned Sparrow. It’s my understanding they aren’t common in our area.

In case you were wondering about the name.

This Yellow Rumped Warbler was one of many, travelling in small flocks that I saw all morning. This is a low light shot, taken at 7:33 AM.
f6.3 1/200 ISO 500

The Magnolia Warbler is among the most handsome of warblers.

Flocks of Cedar Waxwings can be seen often in the park.

Eastern Phoebes are quite common in the park, but it’s hard to pass up a bird who poses so willingly.

Flickers spook easily, so it’s nice to get this close to one.

This White Throated Sparrow has probably just arrived from his breeding grounds in Canada, and may spend the Winter here.

The Flicker Flock (Say it fast, three times) continues to meander through the park, turning up in several places. There’s probably more than one.

Diving for dinner.

You’ll often hear the maniacal rattle of a Belted Kingfisher long before you see him. This one was fishing in the marsh pond.

Yellow Rumped Warblers continue to forage in the park.

This Blue Jay has found a large piece of fruit. I hope he can handle it.

This Ruby Crowned Kinglet has traveled from Canada to spend the Winter in the Southern US.

The Black Throated Green Warbler is another neo tropical migrant.

I believe I’ve seen Mockingbirds in every park I visit.

The Common Yellowthroat Warbler often seems to ignore the photographer.

This Eastern Wood Peewee was the first bird I saw. This was taken with the flash, and I had to correct for “Blue Eye”‘ .

Snowy Egrets have been a fixture at the marsh pond for several weeks.

The Blue Jay migration continues. I saw many flying overhead.

Sibley calls this Yellow Bellied Sapsucker “uncommon”, and that’s certainly been true for me. I’ve only seen a few, and this is the best photo by far. This is an adult male.

I’ve seen a lot of Magnolia Warblers this year, but they are still as lovely as the first one.

There were large flocks of Robins in every part of the park.

Catbirds were also present in large numbers.

This White Throated Sparrow was one of a small flock that flew through quickly.

Large flocks of Red Winged Blackbirds live in the fragmite bordering the march ponds.

You can’t go far in the park without seeing an Eastern Phoebe.

I think this is a Tennessee Warbler, and I’m checking.

There’s a tendency to post images that show birds upright, with all field marks showing, but, in fact, they often assume positions like this Tennessee Warbler.

There was a large flock of Yellow Rumped Warblers along the beach path.

I’m not sure which Sparrow this is yet.It’s a White Crowned Sparrow.

I’m not sure what this is yet. It’s a Ruby Crowned Kinglet.

This Brown Thrasher was a change of pace.

This Flicker was one of the flock travelling in the park.

This Red Breasted Nuthatch was a nice find.

This is a Ruby Crowned Kinglet.

This Palm Warbler was in the meadow area of the park, an area I haven’t properly explored.

I saw this Great Blue Heron fishing in the stream, but I had my back to him while I discussed birding with a young, charming blonde from England (Hi Janet) who’s just moved here and appears to be a talented birder. She pointed out his new location and I was able to get this image.

I wonder how much longer this Catbird will stay?

Although I saw many small birds, including an intriguing warbler, only this Song Sparrow was willing to pose.

This Red Bellied Woodpecker announced his presence loudly.

This warbler is probably a Northern Parula.