Field Ornithology 2021 - Day Two: Grasslands and Shrublands

This morning, at approximately 7:40, I arrived at Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown, Rhode Island. I was out in the field until around 11:30, before heading back home. The weather was ideal, with temperatures reaching no higher than 60˚ while I was out there, and it was also partly sunny with a slight breeze. Today's habitat was quite varied, as the sanctuary offered large fields and meadows with bird houses throughout, as well as more forested areas and a pond. This allowed me to see a wide variety of species we've discussed. The grassland areas, for the most part, were dense with shrubbery and small trees. I spent only about a half hour to forty-five minutes watching the pond, since today's focus was on the shrublands. I spent about an hour walking through the forested areas, and the remainder of the time was spent in the meadow-like portions of the sanctuary. The trails were very well kept, and there was also a boardwalk going through a lot of the refuge so visitors may enjoy the wildlife without disturbing it.

Publicado el mayo 25, 2021 04:37 TARDE por bethanysmith512