[IBLE] Re: Lake Walcott Spillway

I could only muster up 4 of the 6 American Golden-plovers when I stopped by this evening, that had been reported yesterday (Kathy) and again this morning (Cheryl) at the spillway. I was glad to see the 4 though, and there could easily have been a couple more resting in the rocks out of sight. Probably 1,000 gulls or so present too. Lots of rain/wind storms in the vicinity; hopefully the weather won’t drive them on south for awhile yet.

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[IBLE] Lake Walcott spillway

Lake Walcott Spillway is very low now as a new boat ramp is being built. I asked the construction guys if they cared I was there and they don’t mind- just be careful around the equipment. Very little water being let out which is forming small pools of water and attracting a lot of birds. Gulls gulls and more gulls
( 5 sp) seen this morning but I certainly could have missed a Mew or something else more rare. Seeing 6 American Golden plovers was a real treat! And a white-throated sparrow popped up in front of me when I phished the song sparrows to take a break from scoping. Morning light is best and bring a scope for best viewing.
Cheryl.

Cheryl Huizinga
Caldwell, Idaho

[IBLE] Blue Jay

This fall migration is just plain…weird. The usual winter resident Townsend’s Solitaires & DE Juncos (Oregon & Pink-sided) are showing. A few White-crowned Sparrows & Am Robins are present. And the House Finches, BC Chickadees & Am Goldfinches are coming to the feeders.

Then, just a bit ago, a Blue Jay appeared at the sunflower seed platform feeder. Striking in its different blue hues. Stayed for about 5 minutes, gulping seeds & calling loudly. It’s been several years since I’ve had one appear.

Brian Carrigan
Blackfoot