I made the run down to Myers Park in Racine in hopes to see the Virginia Rail that was reported. I did get a glimpse of it and a doc shot. It was only out of the tall grass for a couple seconds and then disappeared. I waited for about 20 minutes for it to show again, but it never did. Other than that, other species present, a Great Blue Heron, Semipalmated Sandpipers and a Semipalmated Plover. A few Killdeer were also present. I checked North Beach in Racine and that was quiet. A few Caspian Terns were loafing on the beach with gulls. I took a few shots of the Plover and Semipalmated Sandpipers to share feeding in the early morning sun. It was a beautiful morning on the lake with calm winds and pleasant temps early. Thanks to those that reported the Virginia Rail, it was a life bird for me. Images were taken on August 13, 2015.
Semipalmated Plover
Semipalmated Plover
Semipalmated Plover
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper with corophium volutator, what they eat.
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper with corophium volutor, what they eat.
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Semipalmated Plover
Semipalmated Plover
Semipalmated Plover feeding
Virginia Rail, behind log, doc shot with red arrow
Least Sandpiper Grant Park South Milwaukee August 21, 2015
Least Sandpiper Grant Park South Milwaukee August 21, 2015
Least Sandpiper Grant Park South Milwaukee August 21, 2015
Beautiful shots of both. Thanks so much for sharing!
Once again, thanks for sharing all you find.
I love these little guys! Thank you for sharing!
Beautiful images Jim! Reflections are wonderful! Hope to be “out” soon…my physical therapist says we will talk driving next week…but will be slow. Like a 10 minute drive with the husband…:) Hope your well…and your family! Have a great weekend…stay cool! Sara
great pics, you’re an excellent photographer.
You have so many gorgeous photos here Jim. It’s good of you to share your experiences with us.