After a few slow days I decided to try a sure thing, and went back to Artemesia.
In truth, it wasn’t very exciting. The nesting period is about over, and birds are harder to find. I did see a few, but spent most of my time with the Purple Martins, who are still feeding young.
Lake Artemesia.
Maylin and her mother were feeding the ducks.
Robins are still plentiful.
It’s been a while since I’ve seen Wood Ducks without chicks.
A small flock of Goldfinches was feeding on the island.
I haven’t seen a Blue Gray Gnatcatcher in a while.
I saw five Green Herons this morning.
Purple Martins are tough on the dragonfly population.
Two Beavers were out for a morning swim.
This Daisy was all by itself.