Hodges Village Dam

What a fantastic morning to wander around Hodges Village Dam while birding!  The weather was cooperative (maybe a little chilly, but no rain), and the group of eight made the morning even more enjoyable.  Most of us saw the 44 species of birds observed throughout the morning.  A few bonus sightings were stunning wood ducks, green-winged teal and some rather perky red-breasted nuthatches.  Brown creepers stayed hidden most of the morning, but two finally surfaced near the end of the trip.  Unfortunately, not all had a chance to see, but most of us did enjoy the search!  We also had a few very good looks at palm and pine warblers, and it was a real treat to hear and see an eastern towhee.  

The bonus for the day was the viewing of great horned owlets quietly sitting in their nest!

Here is the eBird list from the day - https://ebird.org/checklist/S320327420