In summer 2021, the birding community in Michigan and nearby states were delighted to view a Roseate Spoonbill in southeast Michigan.
I know, I was one of them!
The pink wading bird seen in Saline, Michigan for several days in July 2021 was a first state record.
And two years later, another Roseate Spoonbill has turned up in southeast Michigan.
Continue reading Photo of the Week: Another Roseate Spoonbill Finds Its Way to Michigan
With a reprieve from hot weather, rain, and air quality alerts, this weekend I traveled to Lake Erie’s southwest shore in Ohio to check out shorebird, waterfowl, and terns.
Continue reading Photo of the Week: Short-Billed Dowitcher
What I’ve been thrilled about this year’s spring migration is discovering American Redstarts in our neighborhood park!
The small black bird with striking orange patches and the big voice may be breeding at the park. I’ve heard male American Redstarts singing and seen females at the park for the past three weeks.
Continue reading Photo of the Week: American Redstart in the Neighborhood