[redcliffs] Long-tailed Jaeger back at Quail Creek SP 11/05 etc.

[Rick Fridell]

Hello,

This afternoon (11/05) Laurie Rasmussen and I observed the Long-tailed
Jaeger back at Quail Creek S.P. (Washington Co.).  After a three day stay at
nearby Sand Hollow S.P. I guess it decided to return.  Also at Quail Creek
today were several Horned Grebes and the first Common Goldeneyes of the
fall. Birds at Sand Hollow S.P. included a continuing adult Bald Eagle and
at least four lingering Least Sandpipers.

This is great time of year to see returning ducks and Stratton Pond (aka
Grandpa's Fishing Pond) in Hurricane has many nice ducks including Greater
and Lesser Scaup, Canvasbacks, Redheads and several Hooded Mergansers.

Also, yesterday (11/04) in Zion Canyon (Washington Co.) Kristen, Quinn and I
observed several of the California Condors that are hanging around in the
main canyon.  It's amazing to watch these birds soaring along the canyon
walls (apparently they are usually on the north side of Zion Canyon between
Heap's Canyon (Emerald Pools area) down to Scout's Landing (Angel's Landing
area).  Even without the chance to view the condors, the peaking fall colors
in Zion Canyon make this a great time or year to spend an afternoon (or full
day).

Best Regards,

Rick Fridell
Hurricane, UT