Snowy Owl on Lighthouse
There is a new lighthouse keeper at the Stratford Point light – or at least there was for a little while – as this Snowy Owl sat on duty on the platform. I will trust you to keep it between us when I tell you that, for the most part, the Snowy stayed in the shade and snoozed the day away. There was a little bit of preening and an occasional stretch, but the bird used this great out of the way location as a sleeping spot. It certainly looks valiant and noble perched up there, likely wondering how this wonderful perch was made in such a perfect location along the water with long...
Read MoreStratford Point October 17 Walks
The U.S. Coast Guard is hosting an open house at Stratford Point lighthouse in Stratford, Connecticut on Saturday, October 17th from 9am-3pm. Audubon Connecticut’s Director of Bird Conservation Patrick Comins and RTPI’s Conservation & Outreach Coordinator Scott Kruitbosch will be co-leading bird walks at Stratford Point at 9:00, 12:00 and 3:00. This date corresponds with the peak of birding at this spectacular birding spot. Come out and enjoy the wide diversity of birding possibilities “The Point” has to offer with two birders who know every nook and cranny of the property. Stratford...
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