Sights and Scenes of This Past Week

We finally had a string of sunny days this week!  Although I was out and about each day, I could not find much of interest.  Any owl is always nice to see.

Ice has finally shown up in the St. Clair River, so things were more interesting out there.

Lots of gulls and ducks at Corunna, but nothing of note.  Long-tailed Ducks used to be rare on the river, but in recent years, one can find thousands this time of year.

The other day, I found an odd group of waterbirds on the Chenal Ecarte.  Three American Coots, a Pied-billed Grebe and a Long-tailed Duck.  The duck was certainly out of place there!  A bit distant though.

While roaming the countryside, I noticed a few Red-tailed Hawks soaking up some sun.

I finally saw a Rough-legged Hawk at one point.  They do not seem to be a plentiful as they used to be.  Too distant for a photo.

Lots of Horned Larks and Snow Buntings recently, of course.

A short walk through Reid CA was pleasant one afternoon.

The feeders in the backyard have been quite busy.  One of these days, I hope something of interest will show up!  

An American Tree Sparrow, uncommone here, stopped by for one day.  (They never stay here!).

Several Black-capped Chickadees are visiting this winter.