A beautiful wintery morning greeted eight of us this morning for the monthly Avimor Bird Walk. A couple of inches of snow had fallen during the night and the sun was shining. The white coating of snow brought a sense of peace and tranquilty that was very enjoyable. We observed 11 species total. Most surprising were the enormous quantities of
Dark-eyed Juncos (Oregon race)...they were everywhere frolicking in the snow! A flock
Pine Siskins was also an unexpected treat. We had a few great views of
Ruby-crowned Kinglets, a cooperative
Red-tailed Hawk, and cute
Black-capped Chickadees.
Below are just a few of the amazing photos taken by Avimor Bird Walk guest, John Perry of Eagle, ID:
Black-capped Chickadee along Spring Valley Creek Trail
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Hawthorne Berries and Snow
Grove of Trees along Spring Valley Creek Trail where the Juncos abounded.
Magpie and Mule Deer (look closely)
Fall foliage with a winter backdrop
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