We had good weather and good birds on this field trip to Cape Henlopen State Park today. Bird highlights included many Red-breasted and Brown-headed Nuthatches, about 4 White-throated Sparrows, singles of Yellow-bellied Sapsucker and Purple Finch, a pair of Eastern Towhees in immaculate bright plumage and good light, and at the point, Osprey and Caspian Terns fishing successfully. We also visited the creek on the U of DE Lewes campus to try to see a Clapper Rail, and we were successful with one very cooperative preening rail less than 50 ft from the bridge. Non bird observations included many Bottle-nosed Dolphin, many migrating Monarch Butterflies, and great views of the Atlantic Ocean.
From this morning's weather update: For a unique look at Lewes weather see the UD web cam. When it is dark, wait for the cam to scan through the lit areas. On this UD page you can find links to wunderground weather forecasts, current winds and tides, plus lots more.
From this morning's weather update: For a unique look at Lewes weather see the UD web cam. When it is dark, wait for the cam to scan through the lit areas. On this UD page you can find links to wunderground weather forecasts, current winds and tides, plus lots more.
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