Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Acadian time

This is the time in May the "empids"-- short for empidonax flycatchers- make themselves noticed. Late May is prime time after warblers pass through. Among a targeted Empid is Acadian Flycatcher.

Two different reports likely two different birds indicated  today an Acadian. One was calling at Boulder Bridge , a known past breeding site. The second calling bird was found at the Rose Garden ( east above the Vale Cashmere). They'll likely will stick around for nesting. We'll hear more in the coming days.

"The Journey of a Thousand Miles begins With One Step." --Lao Tzu