Another trip to Fort Zach and another batch of photos. Bird photography is similar to golf. You play a good round but you know you can do better. In yesterday's post I showed a Blackpoll Warbler. The photo was okay but, today's shot was better.
The same could be said of today's Black and White Warbler.
There is one area near the fort where the birds congregate to take baths. So, the easiest thing to do is to sit down and wait for the birds to come to you. This Cape May Warbler was happy to oblige.
And, this Black-whiskered Vireo. The thin black stripe on its neck gives the appearance of a black whisker. Thus the name. This is a species that you don't really see outside of the Keys. It is more heavily concentrated in Cuba, the Bahamas and other parts of the Caribbean.
It is always worm and bug hunting time for the warblers as they refuel to continue their northbound journeys. This Cape May Warbler was in search of its next meal.
And, this American Redstart. No, Trump did not rename this bird. It's been an American Redstart for years.
If he finds out there are species with names like Mexican Duck, Mexican Jay, and Mexican Whip-poor-will, he might insist on renaming those, although it's likely any number of activist judges will be ready to call such an idea illegal and unconstitutional.
This Northern Parula Warbler was also inspecting every limb for a quick bite.
And, yes, the American Redstart found its meal.
Today's new species for 2026 was a female Rose-breasted Grosbeak. She was looking too rough for a nice portrait. She either started her migration in poor shape or the flyover to Key West was a rough one. The YTD count has crept to 158. It should easily jump past 200 when we head to West Texas next week.
Meanwhile, back at the ranch, Henry and his Grandma have been helping the monarch caterpillars survive the wasp attacks. Here, Henry gets to enjoy the fruits of his labor.
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