NOTESOpening imageSwamp sparrows are showing up now. If you sit still you'll find them to be fairly tolerant of your presence.
There's a pair along the beach at G35. Also, often seen at G37 Beaver Pond. Interesting reading,
here. WildlifeThe long 'beard' is indicative of a Tom, a mature turkey. Yearling turkeys, Jakes, are identified by their shorter 'beard'.
Did you know some females may also sport a 'beard'? The brown color, short size makes the difference.
More on that,
here,and,
here,and,
here.ScenicIt's fun, for me, to wander through memories of olden days. Many enthralling gems dwell there.
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