Andrews and Hallibut point were good spots for large rafts of eiders and Harlequin Ducks. Also saw a couple of Northern Gannets, and Red-throated Loons. Missed finding Purple Sandpipers, but a few Sanderlings were sleeping on the rocks.
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Harlequin Ducks |
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Harlequin Dcuks and Common Eider (hen) |
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Rose thrips |
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Sanderlings |
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Sanderlings |
And finally ... scene from Sandy Point on Plum Island. I had hoped for raptors and owls in the late afternoon. Had some reports, but except for a Red-tailed and harrier, they were not flying when I went by.
But I also love the bleak beauty of coastal dunes ...
Good Birding!
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