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Eagles + Sparrows

This afternoon I headed out to Brunswick Point to see what may be around. Not far from the beginning of the trail,

… was a pair of Bald Eagles. While watching them I also spotted a Northern Shrike, but it did not stick around for photos.

Further along was this Spotted Towhee,

… and Golden-crowned Sparrow. I also got a brief glimpse of what looked like a Hermit Thrush. On the way back a Western Meadowlark flew across the trail landing in the farm field, but was too far off for a photo.

Back at the beginning of the trail with the sun just starting to go down I paused to shoot this lone Willow tree in the farm field.

Black Turnstone + Oystercatcher

With Snow Bunting being seen at Iona recently, I decided to try the Tsawwassen Ferry causeway where they can also seen. While there were no buntings around, there were several Black Oystercatcher present.

On closer examination I also noted some Black Turnstone.

Being awhile since photographing any I started with the turnstones.

Following them along the shoreline this bird did pause for a little preening,

… and a nice wing stretch when it resumed its way along the beach. Then some Black Oystercatcher further down the beach started flying in my direction.

I managed this flight shot of the last one in the group.

I continued with the oystercatchers briefly,

… finishing with this one with after it found a tasty morsel.

Then it was back to the Black Turnstone,

… finishing the afternoon with this one taking time out for a bath.

Great Horned Owl

There was a decent crowd at Reifel when I arrived to help out on the trails this afternoon. There weather was a mixed bag with sun, clouds and some light rain. Some highlights from the morning walk were Rough-legged Hawk, American Bittern, Belted Kingfisher and Varied Thrush. There was also a Great Horned Owl at the northeast corner again. As owls are always a favourite for visitors I headed there first. The owl was in a better spot for viewing today than last week.

I ended up spending the entire afternoon with the camera set up on the Great Horned Owl utilizing the live view feature so people could get a good close look. Needless to say this owl was a hit with everyone who came by.