CrazyM Bird & Nature Photography
Birding in British Columbia, Canada
This afternoon’s walk was to the South Arm Marshes. While there was lots of warbler activity, they were too high up in the tree tops for photos.
The American Robins were busy foraging for food along the trail,
… and this Downy Woodpecker was the only other real photo opportunity.
A half decent day at Reifel this afternoon and I was surprised to hear the White-throated Sparrow was still around just beyond the entrance. While looking for it,
… this Rufous Hummingbird was frequenting a nearby tree top.
The White-throated Sparrow eventually popped out providing a brief photo opportunity.
The news of the day though was in regards to the Sandhill Cranes. After the passing last winter of the long time breeding male, the female has taken a new mate.
The new Sandhill Crane pair are using the same nesting site and the first egg appeared yesterday. This should put new arrivals sometime around Mother’s Day.
Not a whole lot going on this afternoon at Reifel.
Thankfully the Bushtits were still active at the nest along the east dyke trail and provided some entertainment for myself and visitors.
At the end of the day a male Rufous Hummingbird was busy coming and going from one of the feeders.
While I usually try to get them in natural settings, this guy was presenting well and I could not resist.