It’s been some time since I’ve posted about Sequoyah. That’s because it’s
been some time since I’ve been there. But it sure was good to get back.
My husband and I had a good morning there today. I garnered 55 bird species
and he garnered some great photos. Also ran into Trina Arnold, and Charles
Vann.
The ebird “rarities” included Great Egret, 3 Sora, and Blue-winged Teal.
Yes, I had to do write-ups. I also had an over-wintering Common
Yellowthroat.
We approximated around 3,000 Snow Geese. We arrived at the refuge before
sunrise. It was at least 45 minutes before the geese came in from the river
to spend some morning time on land. They were on land for some time and
then took off all of a sudden and we were on the road right in the middle
of take off. Glorious cacophony are my words to describe the sound. And
they just kept circling, and screaming. So fun.
Along with a swirling flock of geese there were swirling flocks of
Red-winged Blackbirds. There were thousands of them. Such a sight.
Tiny Winter Wrens to not so tiny Bald Eagles were represented.
Happy New Year to you all.
Sandy B.
Sequoyah NWR
Vian, OK
