Sunday, January 18, 2009
Golden Eagle
Today we decided to get out of the smog of the valley and bird in some clean air. We headed up to Heber City and then over to Red Cliffs State Park. We came across a Golden Eagle eating on a deer carcass surrounded by Magpies wanting a taste. We viewed a total of four Golden Eagels, two bald eagles, lots of American Robins and a few Townsend Solitairs.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
American Kestrel
Our plan was to return to Antelope Island and try and photograph the Ruff and perhaps the Varied Thrush, but it was reported that a Praire Falcon snared the Ruff. Farminton Bay was cold and held very few birds within viewing disance from the roads, but what we were able to see was fabulous.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Mourning Dove
A rain storm with snow to follow last night made for a magical morning as the sun peaked over the mountains. It was brilliant outside and the birds could not wait to have there turn on the feeders. I was pleasantly suprised to see a Morning Dove make and appearance. The one thing I like about winter is the fresh snow that has been untouched. Other than that, I am ready for spring.
Friday, January 2, 2009
Varied Thrush
What a rush to see a Varied Thrush for the first day of birding in 2009. We spotted the female Varied Thrush on Antelope Island at Garr Ranch.
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