Caspian Tern, Eastern Kingbird, and Barn Swallow were seen by me at the
park for the first time this spring. E-bird report is below. I've added
some photos to my Ben Brenman gallery
http://wlb3.smugmug.com/Virginia-Parks/Ben-Brenman-Park/
Note: the Caspian Tern was banded.
Ben Brenman Park, Alexandria, US-VA
Apr 17, 2015 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Protocol: Traveling
1.0 mile(s)
Comments: clear, with light wind
19 species
Canada Goose 6
Wood Duck 1 continuing bird
Mallard 8
Ring-billed Gull 1
Caspian Tern 1 FOS
Mourning Dove 4
Belted Kingfisher 2 pair
Red-bellied Woodpecker 1
Eastern Kingbird 1 FOS
Fish Crow 3
Northern Rough-winged Swallow 5
Barn Swallow 1 FOS
American Robin 4
Song Sparrow 2
Northern Cardinal X
Red-winged Blackbird X
Common Grackle 8
House Finch 1
House Sparrow X
Cheers
*Walt*
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