Shorebirds were not the only birds I saw on the west side. There were Snow Geese, many 1000’s of Snow Geese but mostly in the distance. Except for one that was very close. I wondered if it was sick or injured. Avian flu is still a concern.
Also pictured, White-crowned Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Belted Kingfisher, and Great Blue Heron.
We went for a bird walk this morning in the snow flurries. There were not a lot of birds except mergansers and goldeneyes but they were too far away for photos.
We enjoyed our annual trip to the Salish Sea, spending time with family and friends, on the water and on the beach. We caught and ate lots of crab. We saw animals we don’t see at home including incredible jellyfish, otters, seals and herons. Willow dug big holes in the sand and swam in the sea. Sky enjoyed the fresh air and saltwater. It was a relaxing trip.
Winter birding is not for the faint of heart. The weather is generally not favorable for optics and cameras and the birds can be few and far between. Feeders have the most diversity. Here are a few I’ve seen in December and January.
This is a selection of random images from our hill over the last couple of weeks.
My Everyday Photos 