I made the trek to Blackwater again, in hopes of getting some more good birds, and it worked out. The wading birds are still AWOL, but others are taking their place.
It was a busy morning, and I took more pics than usual, including a lot of Purple Martins.
Blackwater dawn.
I started by trying to get another Double Crested Cormorant with a fish.
This Eastern Kingbird is feeding a chick.
I just barely caught this Ruby Throated Hummingbird.
The Forster’s Terns were closer to shore than usual.
This Goldfinch was a nice find.
The Red Headed Woodpeckers were noisy and active this morning.
I haven’t seen a Belted Kingfisher in quite a while.
I spent too much time trying to capture Purple Martins in flight.
This Grasshopper Sparrow was right in front of the visitor center.
Today’s Bugs.
