Surf Scoter at Thomas Point State Park

The weatherman promised ideal weather, and delivered. Bright sunshine and temps in the high 40s, so I set out for Jonas Green and Thomas Point. I saw some nice birds in both places.

Surf Scoter

Surf Scoter

Surf Scoter

Thomas Point is a good place to try for flight shots like these Surf Scoters

Red Winged Blackbird

Red Winged Blackbird

This Red Winged Blackbird might be a first year bird.

Red Breasted Merganser

Red Breasted Merganser

Red Breasted Mergansers will peer underwater for prey, then dive rapidly.

Lesser  Scaup

Lesser  Scaup

Lesser  Scaup

Lesser  Scaup

Lesser  Scaup

Lesser Scaup are the most plentiful bird at the point.

Gull

Gull

I’m not sure what Gull this is.

Goldfinch

Goldfinch

A lot of small birds were foraging along with these Goldfinches.

Northern Flicker

I was lucky to catch this Northern Flicker before he bolted.

Bufflehead

Several small flocks of Bufflehead are usually at the point.

Bluebird

Bluebird

These Bluebirds were at Jonas Green.

Black Backed Seagull

This Black Backed Seagull flew right in front of me when I was standing on the old bridge.

Bald Eagle

This Bald Eagle is a re-edit.

Chinese Mantis Egg Case

Another try at the Chinese Mantis Egg Case.