Have had a surprising number of Red-headed Woodpeckers in the last month or so - six observations at six different locations within a 15 mile radius of Princeton (Mille Lacs CR 12, 5, 7; Kunkel WMA; Sherburne CR 9 & 42; Isanti 40 area). Tough to remember how uncommon they actually are - although always a joy.
In addition, at least four singing Dickcissels "summered" with us on or near our five acres (about ten acres of grassland left in our small rural development). Nesting behavior was exhibited by one pair, although my guess is that the nest failed, perhaps due to RW Blackbird harassment. Interesting juxtaposition - 90 degrees, and the "fall" birding season is upon us. Awaiting migrants, Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Mille Lacs & Sherburne Counties
