Rare visitors
May 20, 2023 13:00:32 #
The last time a Cape May Warbler was reported in Orange County, California was over 10 years ago...until this week. Two days ago, a very attractive Cape May Warbler was discovered in Eisenhower Park, a city park in the City of Orange. After a morning survey at Harriett Wieder Regional Park in Huntington Beach, a friend and I rushed to Eisenhower Park, joining a group of birders who helped us find and photograph this attractive warbler. It may be a common resident or visitor in your vicinity, but for us it is a rarity worth seeking.
During our earlier survey in Huntington Beach, we counted 12 Orange Crowned Warblers in our assigned area. Though not a rarity, it was exciting to see a bird that displayed a very distinct orange crown. I suspect it is because this is the mating season for this species.
Finally, the Ash-throated Flycatcher is an annual visitor. Not really rare, but I thought some of you might enjoy the photo.
jak
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During our earlier survey in Huntington Beach, we counted 12 Orange Crowned Warblers in our assigned area. Though not a rarity, it was exciting to see a bird that displayed a very distinct orange crown. I suspect it is because this is the mating season for this species.
Finally, the Ash-throated Flycatcher is an annual visitor. Not really rare, but I thought some of you might enjoy the photo.
jak
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UTMike wrote:
Congratulations on your find and beautiful set, jak!
It's always fun to hear from you, Mike. Thanks for the kind congrats. Have a great weekend and wonderful week. jak
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BassmanBruce wrote:
Very nice shots. 
Thank you, Bassman. Much appreciated. Have a great weekend. jak
May 20, 2023 13:54:00 #
jak86094 wrote:
Thank you, Bassman. Much appreciated. Have a great weekend. jak
Wonderful find and shots jak. Some famous Birder, I don't remember who, said "Sit on a bench in California and sooner or later every north American bird will come by"
May 20, 2023 13:59:38 #
Cape May is on the east coast, the southern tip of New Jersey. Goodness! How did it get over there? P.S. great shots.
May 20, 2023 14:04:59 #
jak86094 wrote:
The last time a Cape May Warbler was reported in O... (show quote)
Nice set. Rare visitors are interesting but I never run out to find them at my age.
May 20, 2023 14:22:13 #
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