Archive for April, 2015

Warblers are back

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Rarity: REDHEAD

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I went back to World End Pond during lunch and had an adult male REDHEAD on the east side of the pond. It was alone, swimming swiftly north toward the marsh. I would guess it was behind vegetation where many Ring-necks were seen coming and going from, where it was swimming towards. The ducks were very active because of a Bald Eagle so who knows. Hopefully the incoming weather will keep it there for a little while.

This is my first for NH, Salem, and World End Pond.

If you go look for it, bring a scope and just be sure to drive slow on your way in on Theresa Ave. Lots of ducks to pick through.

Snipe and Woodcock

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Getting a Snipe and a Woodcock in the same week is pretty cool — even cooler in the same spot!  This week we had at least 3 American Woodcock at Hawkin’s Farm in Salem.  They are typically found here during late March and early April every year.

Wilson's Snipe

American Woodcock

The next day Amanda spotted a Wilson’s Snipe feeding in the farm fields — they are not often seen here so it was a nice surprise.

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