Today at 10 a.m. there were at least three BARN SWALLOWS soaring over the Coast Casey Forebay, then flying underneath the pump house through the "grate" that faces the Coast Casey Forebay. Each time one would fly in, there would be a loud commotion of bird noise from behind the grate. I'm sure it is too early for their young. However, I did see a Black Phoebe fly into the same area. Perhaps the presence of the Barn Swallows disturbed Black Phoebe young? Does anyone have any other ideas?
At least 5 CLIFF SWALLOWS were engaged in nest building behavior under the eaves of the pumphouse in the back side that faces the Coast Casey Forebay. I also observed one VIOLET_GREEN SWALLOW flying with this mixed flock.
At least seven BLACK SKIMMERS were present on "Skimmmer Island" in the Charleston Slough across from the pumphouse.
Good Birding!
Dotty Calabrese
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