Another keeper given to us by some other anglers onboard
Keepers. Not sure if these were all included in their own individual observations so here’s an observation for all of them.
Caught this Eastern Kingbird riding and pecking a recently-fledged Bald Eagle. The Eagle was squawking up a storm through the ordeal. Photo 4 shows the small bird releasing as the Eagle neared the tree line. Photo 7 shows the nest. Photo 5 is junior telling mom about his harrowing experience? (probably just wanted lunch).
There are 2 Menidia species in CT. This one has 15-16 anal fin rays. Atlantic silversides have 22-25. This one has kind of a weird face.
Juvenile what? Salt marsh. (photos not all the same individual)