Two lousy days in a row had me ready to go out regardless of the weather, so I went to Truxtun Park because it’s nearby. I’ve seen some good birds there in the past, but today wasn’t my day. Good birds are being seen all over Maryland, and I had high hopes.

I went out this afternoon, looking for bugs and had a little better luck.

A pair of Cardinals appeared briefly.

This Northern Flicker was the best bird of the day.

This White Breasted Nuthatch was a challenge in the poor light.

A small flock of Grackles was feeding in the grass.

Today’s bugs.