Finally, the Vermilion Flycatcher (and an Unimpressed Hound)
Broken, but unbowed - it took a hit during tornadoes of 2 years ago. This is a tree that supports so much birdlife. It begged for a photo in the early morning light. Happiness, not in another place but in this place... Not for another hour, but this hour. ~ Walt Whitman The pond was waiting for us today after a quick to the store for avocados and such - improving my diet and state of mind was my motivation for the morning. A couple of birders were already at the ponds and I stopped to see what they had found. We discussed the richness of this short stretch of road. They also directed me to the precise area where they had seen the Vermilion Flycatcher.* I shared some of the experience from last year's CBC to support their observations (including what seemed like a ridiculous number of Black-bellied Whistling Ducks). I do love birders - they are so enthusiastic and generous with information. I'm glad to be part of the birding community. These birders were visiting the po...
