Despite several hours of observation from a concealed area during optimal heron movement times, the yellow crowned night heron in Kandiyohi county has NOT been refound.
I apologize for not posting location sooner but it was in a very small wooded wetland and extra human presence would have been counter productive. I was hoping the bird would return and set up a feeding routine as night herons often do, then more people could enjoy it. It was actually seen in Willmar. Berquist Wildlife Area (which is no more than a couple of blocks of destroyed wetland the city couldn't use). This is located one block south of highway 12 on the west side of town. (As you leave Willmar on hwy 12 heading west, turn north after going over the RR bridge -- at the Floor to Ceiling store. Go one block then turn right on Gorton Ave. for about 1/2 block. Park and walk towards the lake. There are green herons nesting here, but I have never seen another night heron in this specific location. You are only a block from my house here, so anyone traveling out this way, you are welcome to stop in- please call 1st (320-231-1291). The area is adjacent to Foot Lake so the bird could still be around. We will keep vigilant. Randy Frederickson Willmar
