Migrants Seeking Shelter to Weather the Storm

Less than ideal flying conditions can cause some of our migrating birds to make landfall in unusual places.  Clouds and gloom caused a couple of travelers to pay an unexpected visit to the headquarters garden earlier today.

Northern Parula
Here in our urban oasis, this Northern Parula was our first warbler of the season.  We noticed it gleaning small insects from the leaves and stems of the taller trees.
 Red-breasted Nuthatch
It was joined by this Red-breasted Nuthatch near a trickle of water at one of the ponds.
Carolina Chickadee
Our resident Carolina Chickadees made good foraging companions for our temporary guests.

Be sure to keep an eye open for visiting migrants in your favorite garden or park during the overcast and rainy days ahead.  You never know what might drop by.

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