10,000 Birds

MARCH 30, 2012

Around thirty miles from Missoula in the Bitterroot Valley lies the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge. A second pond held not only more of the same, but some American Coots and Canada Geese. At last we plunged into the woods, hoping for Great Horned Owls. As a result, early migration season is an excellent time to visit.

Wildlife 171

Wildlife Montana Geese Bald Eagle 171

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Just before I left for Italy, I took a trip to the Lee Metcalf Wildlife Refuge for a healthy dose of migration. No Snow Geese or swans yet, and no Sandhill Cranes , but it did renew my taste for some of the simpler, homier pleasures of birding. Will a Northern Hawk Owl come perch on my roof? Stay tuned to find out.

Bald Eagle 111

Bald Eagle Montana Owls Italy 111

10,000 Birds

APRIL 11, 2011

Snowy Owl – This winter turned out to be horrible for birders hoping to see Bubo scandiacus but pretty good for the birds themselves. Short-eared Owl – Finally, a bird that I saw! Black-headed Gull – A surprise pick-up, seen on the same day as my Short-eared Owl. Snow Bunting – Yes!

Jamaica 158

Jamaica Owls 2010 New York City 158