Post by Chris on Feb 4, 2024 18:48:46 GMT -8
It was a really nice day out. Started at the Heron Reserve. Had 4 WT Sparrows, two at the feeders and another two near the East blind. A Bewick's Wren and two Pacific Wrens were singing. Heard an Anna's Hummingbird doing its courtship display.
A few Wood Ducks were present and paired off.
Wood Duck at Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
Wood Duck at Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
Mallard at Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
Next, I went to Cheam Wetlands. It was awesome to hear RW Blackbirds singing. Seems early for them. Around 40% of the lake is covered in ice still. A lot of Common Mergansers still hanging around.
In the afternoon I went to Hope. Not surprisingly very quiet at the airport. It was very windy and tough the hear the birds. Did have one Robin.
The main reason to visit Hope was potential Dippers at Thacker and photo opportunities.
One of them was cooperative
American Dipper at Thacker Regional Park
American Dipper at Thacker Regional Park
Great to be out and get some fresh air and exercise!
A few Wood Ducks were present and paired off.
Wood Duck at Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
Wood Duck at Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
Mallard at Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
Next, I went to Cheam Wetlands. It was awesome to hear RW Blackbirds singing. Seems early for them. Around 40% of the lake is covered in ice still. A lot of Common Mergansers still hanging around.
In the afternoon I went to Hope. Not surprisingly very quiet at the airport. It was very windy and tough the hear the birds. Did have one Robin.
The main reason to visit Hope was potential Dippers at Thacker and photo opportunities.
One of them was cooperative
American Dipper at Thacker Regional Park
American Dipper at Thacker Regional Park
Great to be out and get some fresh air and exercise!