One the way out of the park I noticed a Cattle Egret in a field. Actually I almost missed it as I saw a white spot on the dike as I drove by. I had a feeling it was a bird, so I turned around and discovered a Cattle Egret. It was rather distant, but it was the nicest looking one I have ever seen.
A good number of warbler species were in the park today. A Kentucky was on spicebush trail. Lots of Canada Warblers. Still have not seen a Cape May Warbler--my favourite.
Heard an Acadian Flycatcher. Did not find the Olive-sided Flycatcher from the last couple of days. I like that one with its call "Quick-three-beers".
Thrushes were plentiful today.
Back to work this week, so birding will be at a minimum unfortunately.
Blake, again, nice catch. I'm impressed that your big week extended into today as well. I've seen so few Canada Warblers, only 3-4 in the last two years, and for a fleeting glimpse. I hope they stick around till this next weekend. Ya right...
ReplyDeleteI was fortunate to see quite a few Cape Mays ... m&f ... this past week at PPNP. What a beautiful bird!
ReplyDeleteThe last time I saw a Cattle Egret was 3 years ago. I keep looking for white blobs in fields hoping to spot another.
I'm a beginner and took this past week off to go to PPNP and now I'm very sad to return to work. :(
I'm hooked.
Happy birding!