It was a sunny morning at Artemesia, and there was a large variety of waterfowl, probably more than I’ve seen before.

I started with Northern Shovelers at the North end, then Wigeons a hundred yards further on. I’m pretty sure I’ve never seen Wigeons at Artemesia before.

I made three or four circuits, and had a nice morning. I’m not showing images of everything, as some stayed too far away for good images.  I suspect this was a little migratory spurt, and it was welcome.

This is my first good Eastern Bluebird of the year.

The Tree Swallows have arrived!

A few Double Crested Cormorants were fishing.

The Canvasback male was foraging near shore.

This Northern Shoveler pair flew right by me.

This Ring Necked female was swimming with her mate.

First Pied Billed Grebe of the season.

I wish this American Wigeon had been a little closer.