I took advantage of the beautiful weather this morning and headed to
Southern Gap. Sad to report that I couldn’t find any Dickcissels. I’d hoped
that they would return and nest again. Grasshopper and Field Sparrows were
well represented as were Prairie Warblers. I’m certain that the breeding
population of Prairie Warblers are increasing as I heard them singing in
different areas than in the past. Later, I drove to Keen Mtn. and found
Cerulean Warblers in good numbers on Aus Keen Rd. I heard no less than six
singing males along the three mile road. The Ruffed Grouse posed for a
portrait also. I wondered why she was lingering and then saw several tiny
nestlings scamper out of the tall weeds. She then, with brood in tow, was more
than happy to leave. It was a great morning to be outdoors and it served well
to recharge my batteries!
Daryl Owens
Oakwood
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