The two oyster catchers catchers others have mentioned are still around the west end (the entry end) of the TX City dike. Not very spooky. Got some excellent pics of them. Just the usual birds pelicans etc. Lots of Northern Shovelers in the pond(s) of the Bay Street park (which runs along the seawall to the north from the dike entrance. you can access it from Bay St or the seawall. -- Monte Phillips TX City When we remember we are all mad, the mysteries disappear and life stands explained. Mark Twain Edit your Freelists account settings for TEXBIRDS at //www.freelists.org/list/texbirds Reposting of traffic from TEXBIRDS is prohibited without seeking permission from the List Owner