Common Loon at Lake Artemesia

The weather was nearly perfect today, so I set out for Lake Artemesia early.
I didn’t find as many species as I’d hoped, but I saw a few nice birds.
Bug hunting was limited.

American Coot

The American Coot is a Rail, with weird feet.

Robin

My neighbor found this Robin’s nest.

Cedar Waxwing

Cedar Waxwings were feeding throughout the park.

Barn Swallow

Barn Swallow

Barn Swallows were feeding on the lake.

Tree Swallow

Tree Swallow also like the lake.

Eastern Kingbird

Eastern Kingbird

My best Eastern Kingbird of the year.

Common Loon

Common Loon

Common Loon

I usually find Common Loons by themselves.

Praying Mantis 23

Insect 156

Leafhopper 14Broad Headed Sharpshooter

Butterfly 18Eastern Blue Tailed Butterfly

Today's Bugs.

Today’s Bugs.