There is a nature area about 30 miles from my farm that is reclaimed back to wetland after being drained for farming in the late 1800's. It is bringing in all sorts of flying species.
I hear them them calling, and am astounded at how high they can be, yet they can still be heard. We don't have them in flocks of hundreds, when I see them. It is awesome to see them up against the blue sky.
these are headed to the jasper/Pulaski reserve in northern Indiana. maybe to Canada after that. first time I've witnessed a mass migration on the ground. seen a lot of fly overs. really enjoyed watching them do their "dance". we've had winter resident eagles here for a few years. some bone-head shot one about a week ago.
