Knowing I was getting out of work early today, all I could think about was finally getting in some bird watching time! So despite the dreary clouds looming overhead I got in my car and was off to Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, picked up breakfast at Sunrise Bread Co. and was on the beach by 10:30.
Found this beautiful Prairie Warbler on the dune. Unfortunately, also discovered the return of mosquitoes. BIG TIME. Rushed back to car!
Green Heron
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Great Blue Heron
Eventually it did start to rain... Black-necked Stilt. Love their legs. Â
Roseate Spoonbills in the rain.
What a great face! I also saw a number of nests out there. Will definitely be back to check for chicks.