The snow is mostly melted in the northern boreal forest. A few days ago I birded Sax-Zim Bog and the Willowsippi Wildlife Management Area. This basically allowed me to bird the Mississippi River Flyway, and life was good.
The highlight of the day was watching an American Woodcock dance for almost 15 minutes. These small birds arrive back in the wetlands before the snow and ice is totally gone. Enjoy the dance! (video link for email subscribers)
Dance of the American Woodcock
Momma Common Merganser says “NO!” to both of her suitors! (expand image)
Hooded Mergansers in Love (only open water … ditch on Stone Lake Road)
Migrating … not Courting: Northern Shrike and Rough-Legged Hawk
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Great early Spring photos! In particular, the Hooded Mergansers are amazing … and in a ditch along the Stone Lake Road?!
That woodcock has got cool moves that would have made Elvis jealous!! Thanks Rich!