As soon as I got out of the car, I scanned the gulls, but found nothing "good". The lake was devoid of waterfowl likely due to duck season being in. There was only one Common Loon on the lake that I could see.
As I walked along the beach, I heard and then saw Horned Larks. I heard a call that was different. They took flight and I could see the white wing flashes of a Snow Bunting. As soon as I was able to relocate the bunting against the snow, a lady with a dog came down and told her dog to "get da' birds". She knew that I was looking at birds. The flock took flight and briefly landed close enough for me to get these shots of the bunting.
Snow Bunting
Snow Bunting with Horned Lark
A bird that makes the cold and snow worth it! (well maybe ;-)
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You're lucky to see these guys. Good job. Gary & boom.
ReplyDeleteLovely little birds that i have never seen.Thanks for sharing..
ReplyDeleteSo the evil lady and her dog actually helped you get the picture?! That is to funny. Your bird karma is way better than mine!
ReplyDeleteGreat story and an even better catch!
Two birds I'd love to see.
ReplyDeleteWell done on getting pictures, despite the idiotic dog walker.
glad that the cold is bringing you welcomed guests. But it also sound that like me you would really dig a 50 degree day.
ReplyDeleteNice shots of the Snow Buntings Don. I have no tolerance for rude people like your dog lady. I probably would have confronted her stupidity.
ReplyDeleteMost public places have leash laws that many people seem to think don't apply to them. Don't get me wrong, I love dogs and own a beautiful dog myself, but when I am out in public, my dog is on a leash, and I never let him chase wildlife. That is a no brainer!
Some folks are clueless. Many don't honor the leash law here.:(
ReplyDeleteLove the Snow Buntings! It would be worth it to brave the cold to see one.
Brr looks a bit chilly !
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