After three days with no significant birding, I was eager to see if Sandy had blown any birds our way. After a brief doctor’s appointment, I set out for Terrapin Nature Center under cloudy skies with a threat of rain and arrived about 10:00 AM. While there were many active birds, I didn’t see anything unusual, but I did get a few good images. I did see a lone, bedraggled Osprey on the beach, but he was too distant for a good shot.
Yellow Rumped Warblers are still present in large numbers.
This appears to be an immature Bald Eagle.
This Goldfinch hasn’t finished his Winter molt yet.
Cardinals were abundant and active.
I heard several Carolina Wrens, but this was the only one who would pose.
This Song Sparrow was enjoying a bath in this puddle.
There was a large, mixed flock of Sparrows along the beach path, including this Field Sparrow.
Dark Eyed Juncos are often called “Snow Birds.”
This White Throated Sparrow chose a nice place to pose.
I saw this Red Shouldered Hawk land at quite a distance, and was able to move closer to get this shot.
Canada Geese flew overhead frequently.