I decided to vary my routine a bit, and headed to Wooton. It was a bit disappointing except for a vireo, so I headed to Sands Point Park, just a mile or so away and spent some time looking for birds. I did see a grosbeak, and an intriguing warbler who wouldn’t pose, but it was pretty dead also, so I switched to bugs.
The Giant Swallowtail was a real surprise, and I found a few more I hadn’t seen before.

This White Eyed Vireo was unusually cooperative.

A flock of 3-4 Blue Grosbeaks was foraging in the field.

This Goldfinch was one of the few birds who would pose.

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These Giant Swallowtail Butterflies have to be seen to be believed. They’re not rare, but I’ve ever seen one before. The book says they’re 4″-6″ wide.

Today’s bugs.