[mou] Red-headed Woodpecker, Dickcissel observations

[Pastor Al Schirmacher]

Have had a surprising number of Red-headed Woodpeckers in the last month or 
so - six observations at six different locations within a 15 mile radius of 
Princeton (Mille Lacs CR 12, 5, 7; Kunkel WMA; Sherburne CR 9 & 42; Isanti 
40 area).  Tough to remember how uncommon they actually are - although 
always a joy.

In addition, at least four singing Dickcissels "summered" with us on or near 
our five acres (about ten acres of grassland left in our small rural 
development).  Nesting behavior was exhibited by one pair, although my guess 
is that the nest failed, perhaps due to RW Blackbird harassment.

Interesting juxtaposition - 90 degrees, and the "fall" birding season is 
upon us.

Awaiting migrants,

Al Schirmacher
Princeton, MN
Mille Lacs & Sherburne Counties