After dropping of the trash, I birded southeast of Lucketts along Spinks Ferry,
Limestone School, Hibbler Rds and White Ferry Regional Park.
Along Spinks Ferry I found a couple American Kestrels, a few Common Ravens, 3
Horned Larks and 2 American Pipits. My first of season Barn Swallow was seen
too while observing the Pipits. A Sharpie flew into few and that was it for
the show. All birds scatter so I moved on as well.
Limestone School Rd was quiet with a few more Kestrels and a Northern Harrier.
Eastern Meadowlarks were loudly announcing that it was spring.
Hibbler Rd was decent for birding with a few White-crowned Sparrow still
present. Field and Chipping Sparrow were heard singing at several locations.
The winds kept birds down at White's Ford, but still several good species were
seen including 3 Blue-winged Teal on the Potomac River and a couple Wood Ducks.
Tree Swallows, Barn Swallow and Purple Martins all were seen. Fun it was to
encounter a group of about 5-7 bright yellow Palm Warblers. Light was decent
so I managed to take a few photos.
At home A pair of Purple Finches was visiting the feeders and a couple Bald
Eagle came soring over.
Happy Birding
Gerco
Leesburg, VA
