Refuge Tuesday

Another beautiful day at the refuge and much quieter on this weekday - very few hunters. Not too much of anything else - a Harrier, a Red-tailed Hawk, a couple of Pelicans, a few Great Blue Herons, and lots of Clark's and Pied Bill Grebes. Of course, Swamp chickens (aka Coots) everywhere.
Very peaceful out there now, a slight breeze and bird calls in the background. Even a Yellow Warbler showed up on top of Goose Egg Hill...

Very proper - Red-tailed Hawk

Love the Avocet's method of hunting.. swirl bill and then grab...

Gonzo here just wouldn't move. I drove right up to the post and stuck the camera almost in his/her face!

Clark's Grebes..fun to watch and not afraid.

The Yellow Warbler - had not seen one out here before but they are not the easiest to spot.

USD...Unidentified Swimming Duck!

More Avocets - so different now than when in breeding plumage with their orange heads.