Rose Lake SGA 15 JUL 08

[Dmcwhir513 at aol.com]

Folks -

Took a mid-day break from work yesterday, Tuesday, and checked out several 
places at Rose Lake for butterflies and dragonflies.

Was somewhat surprised to hear these 3 species singing near mid-day at this 
time of year:  at least 3 different towhees, a Chestnut-sided Warbler, and a 
Mourning Warbler.  The two warblers were along the path going north out of the 
Burke Lake parking spot and the latter is a fairly rare summer record for the 
area.

Best butterfly was a Baltimore nectaring on Queen-Anne's-Lace, a lovely 
little tableau.

Best dragonfly was a Banded Pennant perched on Scrubby Cinquefoil.

Best mammal was a D.O.R. (unfortunately) Zapus hudsonicus.

It was warm out, but it sure smelled good!    - D Mc -



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