 Among the new hatchlings were many new duckling broods, one of which included this recently hatched Gadwall duckling that was feeding in the company of 6 other ducklings under the supervision of an adult female.  The surprise of a pair of Stilt Sandpipers in full breeding plumage was fueled by the fact that they should have been nesting in the high Arctic the last week of June.  On an evening when 15 White-faced Ibis were feeding in a nearby rainwater pool, the primary food appeared to be earthworms.  A young Sharp-tailed Grouse provided a relatively rare sighting and photo opportunity as it emerged from the tall thick cover of native prairie grasses.  A Minnesota road trip provided a memorable pontoon ride with great friends in a different environ. Watch for more photos of Common Loons in next week
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