I tried a new place today, an unopened state park in Shadyside, and it was disappointing. It looks like great habitat, but it’s badly overgrown and infested with bugs of all kinds. I’m glad I went, and I got a couple of good shots, but I won’t be back soon.
In the afternoon I stopped at Hillsmere Elementary school and found a few birds including a Red Shouldered Hawk. I’m partial to hawks.
I haven’t seen many Wood Thrushes, so this was a nice surprise.
I haven’t seen many Blue Gray Gnatcatchers pose in the open like this.
I’m looking for Warblers beginning their Fall migration, but this female American Redstart may be a Summer resident.
This Catbird seemed to be singing to the morning Sun.
This Mockingbird has found a tree full of treats.
I”ve gotten several good shots of the Great Crested Flycatcher this year, but they’re still one of my favorites.
The Cedar Waxwing is always a treat.
I always feel privileged to see a hawk, and this Red Shouldered Hawk is no exception.
Sometimes a hawk will fly off and land nearby, close enough for a few more shots.