I was at the visitor's center with family. Saw 3 Western Grebes diving near other Horned Grebes. In addition to these Westerns there was one that looked suspiciously like a Clark's or an intermediate. Conditions were poor due to high winds and distance so I was unable to make a clear ID as my scope was shaky. The birds worked their way north along the western shore. It might be worth a long look if anyone is in the vicinity.
I did relocate the Pacific Loon Saturday shortly before sunset swimming off of Lakeview. This was my third attempt to see this bird. Thank you for the lifer! John McCecil Des Moines IA --- Please contribute your sightings to our list; it is only as good as members make it! --- Birding channel recommendation for FRS/GMRS radio use: Primary selection; channel 5/0 , alternate selection; channel 6/0 --- This mailing list is sponsored by the Iowa Ornithologists' Union. Membership available on-line at http://www.iowabirds.org/iou/membership.asp. ----- You are currently subscribed to ia-bird as: [email protected]
