Well...The Day Was Comfortable.

Clouds were present as we started out and the birds were fairly quiet to start the day. Turns out that they would still be quiet all day.

Our only bird capture today was a recaptuered House Wren first banded a couple of months ago and that was it, Fortunately, our new prospective volunteer, Saúl, got to be there to release it and get indoctronated into the banding world.



Since we are in the 'dry' season, Andrew took time during the lull to carve out a path to the lake for the first time in years. The first time we have been able to get a look at the new pier in front of the Window On the Lake. Missing are the Winter flocks of Forster's Terns at the far end of the lake. Plus, where are the gators?



However, on a following check of the lakeside, flashes of pink drew attenion. A pair of Roseate Spoonbills were feeding along the sandbar now filling the usual fishing area in front of the main pier. A nice unexpected sighting.



Weather will be a bit chilly next Sunday but not as bad as two weeks ago so we plan to head out. Always check back before Sunday. For now, bundle up!

Today's Totals

Birds Processed	New	Recaptured	Total
House Wren	0	1	1
Totals	0	1	1

NOTE: To ensure the safety of our volunteers and the general public, new visitors are discouraged from attending banding at this time. The few of us who remain will update the blog as long as we can and hope to see new faces in the future. Thank you for your understanding during this unprecedented time.

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Next (planned) Banding Day: Sunday, January 10th.
All nets will be opened by 6:50 A.M.