High Island Prep
Trying to get a mental handle on timing of warbler migration in Texas.
So, naturally, I put together a spreadsheet
! From Ebird data.
Send me an email if you want a PDF of the graphs, comparisons (eg. the 2 waterthresh) and etc.
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Indeed!!!
Sparrow ?
Can you ID this bird I had at my place yesterday? Hint: first out of state sparrow of the season for me. If you can, type “yes” in the comments and I’ll reveal ID later. (Bonus points if you can age the bird). If not, or unsure, you may want to sign up (or sign…
High Island 2024
Here’s a few from High Island and east Texas trip, also a stop at Attwater. The Longspur put on a closeup show — landing at my feet and foraging unconcerned for 10 birders. The rail also waltzed out practically between our feet! Thanks to all the participants for being such good-natured birding compadres and to…
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These guys are pests to native species, but there is some interesting plumage this time of year.
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I guess I’m getting antsy for High Island!! Thought I’d start posting a few ID reminders and mnemonics that I have to give myself each year. First one is on the 2 big Rails.
Yellow-headed Cara Cara YES
Here’s the target of my trip to Galveston — Yellow headed Cara Cara. Like the Kelp Gull he’s up from South America.