New birds continue to make appearances back on their arctic breeding grounds. Between yesterday and today we have tallied many species arriving and singing, ready to breed. Long-tailed Duck, Common and King Eider, Stilt Sandpiper, a pair of Bar-tailed Godwits, Snowy Owls, Dark-eyed Junco (a little north of its breeding range), Black-bellied Plover (a little out of range as well), Pacific Loon and Red-necked Phalarope have all made themselves known.
The Bar-tailed Godwits are especially nice to see. They appear to be a pair and have taken a liking to our camp area. It was really foggy today when I took this picture but I should get more chances for better pics when it gets sunny again.
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| Bar-tailed Godwit |
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| Black-bellied Plover |
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| Common Eiders passing by noticing there is no open water! |
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