Category Archives: Birds

An Oystercatcher That’s Been Caught

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Friday, September 22, 2023,

This Oystercatcher has a problem. He’s got a Mussel attached to one of his toes. Years ago, I would see Oystercatchers dining on Mussels on the north shore. This seems like some sort of delayed Karma. I was only able to observe him for about a half hour, and in that time, he made two short, low flights. Obviously, he cannot migrate with this sort of baggage. I don’t know how this ends. My hope is that the Mussel will eventually loosen its grip on this unlucky fellow.  JK

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A Yellow Warbler at Avalon

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Friday, September 15, 2023,

This is, perhaps, one last Yellow Warbler pic for the year. I have been very lucky with Yellow Warblers this spring and summer. I’m not really sure why, other than to say I found a sweet spot for them. That spot was in one of the upper fields at Avalon Preserve in Stony Brook. These beautiful birds have also found a sweet spot in my heart. For years, Oystercatchers have been my favorite birds to shoot, with Green Herons coming in as a close second. However, these little beauties are catching up, and in a big way.  JK.