Hermit Thrush Crossing
Why did the Hermit Thrush cross the road? Beats me, but it happened! A cynical person would say because it was too lazy to fly, but I’ll say it wanted to stretch its legs and get some running exercise in. Those wings must have been tired from all that migrating. Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator
Read MoreGroundhog Crossing
Why did the groundhog cross the road? It didn’t because it saw me and ran back into a yard. Be careful of all the critters running around our roadways trying to feed their young! Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator
Read MoreHorned Lark in Road
After not seeing Horned Larks much at all this winter I have been spotting plenty lately! The frequent heavy snow and February depth of well over a foot has pushed them out into the open, feeding on the side of roads like this one. This weekend I will post a blog entry with many more photos of the species that we all wish we saw more of during the breeding season. Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator
Read MoreSavannah Sparrows Eating Driveway Grass
In this classic winter tradition we see Savannah Sparrows feeding on grass growing in and around a driveway that has been plowed, taking advantage of some of the only uncovered earth in the immediate area. Other uncommon species that often enjoy this method of obtaining uncovered food are the Snow Bunting, Horned Lark, Lapland Longspur, and White-crowned Sparrow. Checking out the side of roadways in the middle of winter can often yield some small gems like these all the way to birds like the American Woodcock or multiple species of owls. Birds are very creative and adaptable, often able to...
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