The weatherman got it right again today, so I headed out for Terrapin Nature Park about 6:30 AM. Temps were in the 50s, with slightly cloudy skies. Terrapin was literally overrun with Yellow Rumped Warblers, and there were many other birds flitting in and out of the bushes with them. I got a good look at two Bald Eagles and a hawk I haven’t identified yet. One of the better days I’ve had thus far.
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.
