Finally, a real Spring day complete with Sun and decent temperatures. A quick review of my options led me to Terrapin, where a few nice birds posed for me, followed by an afternoon trip to Truxtun Park where I was glad to see a few migrants finally arriving. The bright Sun led me to overexpose several otherwise good pictures, which is annoying, but educational. Note:
- My ID was too hasty, as these are Least Terns.
I found this Black and White Warbler at Truxtun Park, which suggests more migrants will be arriving soon.
This Blue Headed Vireo was well under the canopy.
This Cooper’s Hawk flew right over my head.
There were several Snowy Egrets in the marsh pond.
At least one pair of Wood Ducks is nesting at Terrapin.
This Carolina Wren was singing for a mate.
As I recall, I didn’t see Tree Swallows at Terrapin last year.
Bluebirds are doing well.
Cardinals were singing in every corner of the park.
Red Bellied Woodpeckers have been scarce lately.
Ospreys were very active today.
It’s fun to try to catch these fast moving Least Terns in flight.
Rabbits are starting to appear at most places I go.