Bittern, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Golden-crowned Sparrow

Between work and the rain I managed a few brief walks over the last week. The American Bittern continues to show well along the south dyke at Reifel.

American Bittern
American Bittern
American Bittern
American Bittern

One of the wintering Northern Saw-whet Owls was a little more visible one afternoon.

Northern Saw-whet Owl
Northern Saw-whet Owl

Figured I would take this shot while it was snoozing away the afternoon because it won’t be long before they migrate to their nesting areas.

Golden-crowned Sparrow
Golden-crowned Sparrow

While I could locate no unusual sparrows, this Golden-crowned struck a half decent pose.