Friday, April 6, 2012

Today's tally



I thought I'd better check the marsh this morning for any new arrivals, since by the sounds of things the weather might not be very conducive for marsh walking for a bit.  Many buffleheads are scattered throughout the marsh, with courtship displays in full swing.  I couldn't help but laugh out loud while watching a pair of males strut their stuff in front of a seemingly inattentive female this morning.  Several black ducks and ring-necks were resting on the little round island in the middle of the marsh, but the other inhabitants took a bit of sleuthing to find.  It paid off, as I found one male American wigeon (top photo) sounding its two-note call, two pairs of wood ducks, and one male green-winged teal.  I'm sure there are more about, just keeping a low profile.

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