This morning I headed out to Western Goleta to visit Farren Road. My target species were Ash-throated Flycatcher and Lazuli Bunting. Both of these species have recently begun to arrive on their migration from parts south. Plus, there is a nice hill to get up which helps with the fitness regime.
There was a good level of bird activity all along the road. The most notable birds were two Common Ravens and some Lark Sparrows, as well as a very large flock of Cedar Waxwings.
I was stopped along the road when several birds flew into a nearby bush. I got them in the binoculars to see they were three gorgeous Male Lazuli Buntings - blue backs and head, light brown chest with white belly. I stayed in the area for awhile hoping to get some photos but the Buntings stayed deep in the bushes and would not cooperate. This is a shame because I do not have any photos of these birds to share with you. They should be around for awhile so I hope to catch up with some Lazuli Buntings that are more photo-friendly.
Although one was reported in the area just before I arrived, I was unable to locate my other target bird, the Ash-throated Flycatcher. These should be around for awhile so I am confident I will see one soon.
All in all another gorgeous spring day here in Santa Barbara!
A few photos from today:
After the addition of today's 1 species, the year's total stands at 207
There was a good level of bird activity all along the road. The most notable birds were two Common Ravens and some Lark Sparrows, as well as a very large flock of Cedar Waxwings.
I was stopped along the road when several birds flew into a nearby bush. I got them in the binoculars to see they were three gorgeous Male Lazuli Buntings - blue backs and head, light brown chest with white belly. I stayed in the area for awhile hoping to get some photos but the Buntings stayed deep in the bushes and would not cooperate. This is a shame because I do not have any photos of these birds to share with you. They should be around for awhile so I hope to catch up with some Lazuli Buntings that are more photo-friendly.
Although one was reported in the area just before I arrived, I was unable to locate my other target bird, the Ash-throated Flycatcher. These should be around for awhile so I am confident I will see one soon.
All in all another gorgeous spring day here in Santa Barbara!
A few photos from today:
California Towhee
Mourning Dove
Red-tailed Hawk
Western Bluebird
Western Kingbird
Turkey Vulture
Today I rode a total of 36.5 miles
More later,
Glenn
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