Hello Birders, I searched for the Swallow-tailed Kite previously spotted near Otter Creek Marsh this morning from 6:30 - 9:30 AM and was unable to re-locate it. However, I did enjoy scoping 13 species of shorebirds both including a single Buff-breasted Sandpiper and 7 Stilt Sandpipers. The Buff-breasted was observed off the levee below the observation platform and the Stilts were observed from the barn. The most interesting (and fun) was observing 13 Ruby-throated Hummingbirds feeding on Jewelweed flowers in various parts of the complex. At one point I had 4 individuals within 3 feet of me battling for who was going to feed next!
Take care, Tyler Harms Ames, Story Co. --- 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/PayDues.aspx. ----- You are currently subscribed to ia-bird as: [email protected]
