Date: 5/6/25 3:33 pm From: Florence Sanchez via groups.io <sanchezucsb11...> Subject: [sbcobirding] Lake Jocelyn May 6
I returned to Lake Jocelyn this morning and observed a great Swallow show, but alas, no Bank Swallow in the mix. The birds were actively feeding over the pond, coming down to the water and dipping their beaks in multiple passes. After a while, they would go to the utility wires behind the willows and preen, allowing good views through binoculars. The majority were Cliff Swallows, but I also counted at least 4 Rough-winged Swallows, 4 Barn Swallows, and a single Violet-green Swallow. Also overhead were several Vaux's Swifts, one of which also came down to the water's surface.
The Red-necked Phalarope and Spotted Sandpipers I found yesterday were not present this morning, but the Ring-necked Ducks continue. I also heard Common Ground-doves again, calling from the orchard high on the hill to the east.
Florence Sanchez
(PS--I also visited NCOS this morning and along with Conor McMahon; looked for the Cattle Egret in the upper area where it has been reported. We did not turn it up today.)
