The Eurasian Collared-Doves which previously have been reported in
the town of Perham in northern Otter Tail County are back in business
this spring. We saw at least three actively flitting around, loudly
vocalizing their repetitious three-part chant, and generally looking
amorous/territorial. We were able to position ourselves under one to
see what appeared to be the correct undertail configuration. However,
the local flock notably seems to come in two shades -- pale gray and
paleR gray; possible hybrids?
At any rate, they are easily seen in and around Jean's The Right
Plant Place (420 3rd Ave SE) and nearby Jerome's Antiques, especially
in the mature conifers behind Jean's and on the the power lines
between Jean's and Jerome's.
Other notables seen in the last few days: Blue-winged Teal, many
Hooded and Common Mergansers, Common Loon, Great Egret, Cooper's,
Sharp-shinned, and Rough-legged Hawks, and Herring Gull.
Still lots of snow here and very little open water. A friend says:
Spring -- just like Winter but with more snow.
--Dan & Sandy Thimgan
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Thimgans
Battle Lake MN
Otter Tail County
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