Thursday, September 9, 2021

Eastern Idaho

 We traveled into eastern Idaho on route 34 through the Caribou National Forest and into the eastern side of Gray's Lake NWR. Incredible scenery at every turn as well as raptors. We saw lots of Red-tailed Hawks perched on telephone poles, fence posts, and snags.

American Kestrels dotted wires along the road side.

The day's surprise was at the entrance to Tin Cup Trail in Caribou NF. As hundreds of sheep bleated on the nearby hillside we observed from about 20 yards away at the trailhead a Great Gray Owl. 



We never thought we would see one of these large owls, but there it was. One of the best birding days for raptors we have ever had.



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2 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 10, 2021 at 2:42 AM

    Beth and Dan
    Incredible photos. Since so many of us can't travel now, it's very generous of you to document your journey. I love your descriptions, really brings us into the sights and smells of the environment. Look forward to following along

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  2. Elizabeth FedorkoSeptember 11, 2021 at 5:22 PM

    Thank you very much! Cheers!

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