Yesterday I checked out Terrapin and CBEC, which was a total waste of time. I know it’s still a bit early in migration, but I thought I’d at least see a few birds.

I did see a couple of Fox kits, but no interesting birds.

Today was better. Artemesia almost always pays off, and I went to the butterfly exhibit at Brookside Gardens. I’m not at all fond of navigating city traffic, even for such a nice show, and I won’t do it again anytime soon.

A view of Brookside Gardens.

Tree Swallows are easy to find at Artemesia.

This Eastern Towhee was quite near, but hidden by the grass for a while.

Another nice looking Cardinal.

This Wood Duck was hanging out near the nest box.

Four Caspian Terns were cruising the lake.

A view of Brookside Gardens.

I don’t have the names for all these butterflies.