This young Red-necked Grebe has surprised everyone by showing up in Sacramento. It’s a good distance from its expected habitat, a narrow band along the California coast. Even there it is rated Scarce or Rare. Given its noteworthy fishing success perhaps it will stick around. #birds#birds_matter
A young Cedar Waxwing ponders the best angle of approach for that last enticing berry. #birds#birds_matter
The Black Phoebe is amongst the posing-est of birds. For that reason alone, I often pass it by. My mistake! #birds#birds_matter
Hopefully, the hot days are behind us. On a sweltering day in July park sprinklers came on and this Yellow-billed Magpie did not flee, but danced. #birds_matter
Ms Phainopepla takes a quick break from some rather frenetic flycatching activity. #birds#birds_matter
A Turkey Vulture scans the river. As salmon spawning season approaches their numbers are increasing. These birds will play an important community service role in the clean-up. #birds#birds_matter
The Lincoln’s Sparrow, here for the Winter, is normally so shy. Lucky me, this one gave me a good look. #birds#birds_matter
The muddy feet and bill of this Sandhill Crane tell the story of how it forages. Birds, alas, do not have napkins. #birds_matter
