Monday, July 27, 2026

SUMMER VISITORS

 Neither of these birds is rare, but they are only here during the summer, so sightings are less common.  I was deep in the woods somewhere in northwestern Wexford County when I spotted this broad-winged hawk.  I’d never seen one before, which made seeing it exciting.  On another evening, I was exploring the Lake Dubonnet Trail when I spotted movement in a distant tree.  Luckily, when this Red-headed woodpecker flew to a nearby post, I got a better look.  It was only the second time I’d seen this striking bird.  I lucked out both times. 

 


 






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