April 22, 2011

Ridgefield on Monday Morning

It wasn't raining Monday morning so I drove up to Ridgefield NWR to take a look around. Birds were singing and the sun was peeking out amoungst the clouds.


A few ducks, including these Ring-necked Ducks, were still hanging around.




Lots of blackbirds in the cattails.






Many swallows were flying overhead.





I could hear lots of Common Yellowthroats and Marsh Wrens singing. These Marsh Wrens really blend in!


I hesitate to even try to ID this bird, but here I go....Greater Yellowlegs??? Am I right?










Butter butts!



A sculptural perched heron.


Oh love these sexy guys! Common Yellowthroats are such striking birds.



I spent 3 hours driving through the refuge and had a great morning.
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4 comments:

  1. Jen Sanford4/23/11, 8:57 AM

    Awesome! Love the yellowthroat peeking out/singing behind the leaves. I agree that looks like a Greater Yellowlegs. Glad you had a good visit!

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  2. Unknown4/23/11, 9:37 PM

    Your photos tell a nice story of the day. I like the "in-habitat" feel that gives you more story than super close-ups (the kind I tend to take).

    You are correct on the Greater Yellowlegs.

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  3. Chain Stitch Crochet4/25/11, 5:54 AM

    Awesome pics!

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  4. Rick4/28/11, 2:02 PM

    Cool Yellowthroat pics! Nice cropping.

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