It was really, really nice to have four days off in a row. And with the pandemic still raging, we did not travel. So, that made for a good amount of birding during those four days. Noteworthy birds included more RED CROSSBILLS at Reservoir 3, the BARNACLE GOOSE continues in the area, being seen mostly at the Camel Farm, a handful of Snow Buntings at Skinners Lane, and I had my first ROUGH-LEGGED HAWK of the season. I had a good weekend with raptors, topped off by an early morning visit to the Grasslands today. It was enjoyable to be out there sitting in a blind. It sort of felt like the old days when I used to photograph many more raptors.
Love the Red-shouldered Hawk!!
Thanks Miller – handsome bird, right? Matt
I can feel the wind and imagine the freedom.
Norma I always love your perspective; if only we could have that same freedom. Matt
Great photos Matt!!! Wonderful getting those Crossbills with you. Your story line is always so enjoyable to read. Love the Harriers and Red shouldered and light phase Rough legged. He’ll be needing new tail feathers soon. Great capture.
Thanks so much Curt. Good to see you on Saturday morning; I heard that the Red Crossbills were a county bird for you – congrats. I don’t even want to know what your OC life list is at, lol. Matt
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