My first surprise of the evening (I didn't have high expectations)
was the little chirp of a pair of fledglings.
I got pretty excited as I realized that they were almost surely
Marsh Wren fledglings. Look at that ridiculous hairdo!
I know the photos don't do them justice, but they were a little shy.
Another great sound: the hilarious squeak the frogs make as they
jump in the water at my approach.
Frog Head at Sunset. :)
Very few birds tonight at Running Deer. I was chased away from
a pair of Wilson's Warblers by mosquitoes.
This Black-crowned Night Heron seemed more concerned
with the prospect of fishing than my presence.
Surprise #2: Look at him, isn't he gorgeous? I have no idea on id, but
I sat and watched him nibble on his leaf for quite some time.
ID Update: Dave Leatherman, entomologist extraordinaire has confirmed
he is a White-lined Sphinx, what most people call a
Hummingbird Moth. Cooler than cool news really, since
that is one of our very favorite garden visitors at home!
1 comment:
That is one crazy caterpiller thingy! Lovely shot.
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