10 Birders gathered on a cloudy, humid morning to explore the grounds and road. We totaled 31 species during the walk. The stars of the day were the Hummingbirds and the mimics, which were literally everywhere. It was a slow day for warblers with only three species: Common Yellowthroat, Magnolia and Chestnut-sided were seen. Lots of great conversation and plant photo opps too. We even tasted the seeds of the Touch-me-Nots and the Lotus pods along the way. When most folks had departed, and I had ended the ebird checklist for the walk, the raptors and vultures must have decided it was time to lift off. We tallied two more species and five more raptors during the 30 minute post-walk chitchat. All raptors were high and headed south. Thanks to everyone that came out to share eyes and ears. – Tish Folsom
Augusta Bird Club
Connecting people with birds since 1966
