Archive for August, 2010

Cedar Waxwing

August 6th, 2010

    The Cedar Waxwing is often seen traveling in large flocks from fruit tree to fruit tree, feeding on berries in the cold winter months of  New England.  Their plumage appears soft and blended. The   secondary quills have horny drop-shaped tips which resemble sealing wax. This waxwing is held in private collection.   [...]

American Woodcock

August 6th, 2010

    "Camouflage’ is an understatement when describing the coloration of this much sought after game bird.  During the day,  he nestles amongst old leaves and forages for earthworms with his long bill.   At sunset, in the springtime, the male performs an areal upward spiral flight to about 50 feet above ground, all the while [...]