The Snake River below our home is quickly showing signs of spring runoff. And with it, some bird signs of spring. Today, saw my first White Pelicans of the season and White-crowned Sparrows. DE Juncos, American Robins and Song Sparrows are all singing. Watched a Townsend’s Solitaire gorging itself on Rocky Mountain Juniper berries.

The Bald Eagle pair that has successfully nested near our place for the past 5 years, is nesting now. As are Great Horned Owls. Others to report from this past week: 2 pr of Hooded Mergansers on the river, numerous Mallards & Canada Geese prs, sev Belted Kingfishers, Green-winged Teal & a DC Cormorant. Flyovers of Tundra Swans are heard nightly about 10 PM.

Brian Carrigan
Blackfoot