I started my walk this afternoon at Reifel. Western Tanager & Bullock’s Oriole had both been seen recently and were on the wish list. First pass along the east dyke trail did not turn up either of these birds.
While checking the outer ponds I did stumble upon this cooperative subject.
This Tree Swallow stretched it wings a couple of times,
… while busy preening.
Also in the outer ponds were at least a dozen Blue-winged Teal, a Cinnamon Teal and the usual Green-winged Teal.
Something flushed them and I managed this distant shot with all three species.
The marsh adjacent to the south dyke is still a good place to spot a Muskrat.
Then it was back to the east dyke trail and a final check for the target birds.
Still no sign of them,
… but the Black-headed Grosbeaks are still around.
To finish the afternoon I headed out to Boundary Bay by the airport.
I managed to get the Western Wood-pewee with its catch.
Along with another static pose while it was obliging me.
The Lazuli Bunting continue in the area, but I am still working on getting a clean shot. None the less, it was a great afternoon to be out and good start for the month.
