A June Morning

I took a drive in the van, perhaps one of the last, up to a local tourist highlight – The Morse Farm – which is known for maple syrup and all sorts of items, but also has some good birds. I was looking for Cliff Swallows and Wilson’s Snipe and saw/heard them along with my first American Bittern of the year. A great spot, a lovely morning, and several hours well-spent.

Mourning Dove

A Cliff Swallow gathering mud.
The shape, long tail, streaking, says Song Sparrow brfore it even sings.
What’s not to like about a Red-winged Blackbird against a blue June sky?
One of the Wilson’s Snipes calling and foraging
Purple Finch
Eastern Bluebird