Another Tour, Another Lake

Took a new route home today and found some nice birds around Lake Lancaster and then headed to check on the Bald Eagles. First, Lancaster. There hasn't been a lot out there lately but today there was a nice little grouping of birds right near the drive. Completely obvious from any angle was one of the local Mute Swans. I Spoke to the woman that bred them years ago not too far away and she released them and they move from lake to lake around the area.

Many folks are distressed at this action but they are now a part of the community.



In the reedy grass nearby, several herons gathered to feed. Snowy Egrets aren't completely rare but rare enough to garner notice from me.



Feet away, a Little-blue Heron picks off small fish in the weeds.



Even more rare than the Snowy Egret was the Glossy Ibis in the group. Glossy Ibis are very common all over the coasts but it is nice to see them here inland. Especially as they near breeding plumage.



Back around Lake Emerald. Another Wood Duck slowed for a shot.



Off to the cemetery for a check on the eagles. Luckily, I got another sighting of the Coyote that lurks near the eagle nest. It was skittish as always but this is the first shot I got with the new lens.



Nothing of much interest at the eagle nest. Just one adult hanging out in the pines.



Tomorrow is another day but this was a nice swing through for a few minutes before chores had to be done. Where are those eaglets?