Trogon
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Eastern Meadowlark
Dacha bird #145 flew over yesterday: eastern meadowlark.
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…
Hooded Merganser
A pair of Dacha Species #144 were floating in the river when I got home today, but then they took flight pretty quickly when they saw me ….. any guesses as to their identity?? View in group
Snap of Warbler Bills
Love it when it’s quiet enough to hear the snap of warbler bills. The “snap” may be the warblers popping open elm seeds, as it sounds particularly loud these days. Update: I now believe the snap I hear is the warbler bill coming together on an insect. Not seeds popping. I knew y’all were waiting…
Uppies & Dickcissels
Been uppies and dickcissels going over regularly in small numbers this morning at “The Dacha “. Also been hearing the snap of warbler bills in small groups. The ones I got on were yellow warblers. Pretty sure I heard the “ick” call of an oriole, but could not find him. And Dacha bird #137 is…………….what…
North American Flycatchers Empidonax and Pewees
Here’s a little jewel!!! Lance and I got them just in time for Empids class. By Cin-Ty Lee and Andrew Birch I’ve not had time to review it thoroughly, but the simplicity of presentation and Andrew Birch’s beautiful paintings already impress me!!
