May 7 & 9, 2021
AMANA LILY POND TRAIL
Between Amana and Middle Amana
I decided to hike the 2.5 mile trail around the Lily Pond on Friday evening. I was amazed at all the birds I saw along the way. Luckily, I had my camera with me and was able to capture several different birds. About 3/4 of the way around the pond I saw two swans, which I wasn’t expecting. The light for taking pictures was marginal, but I did capture the two.
I decided to go back on Sunday to see if I could get some better pictures of the swans. I didn’t see the swans on this trip, but I did see a muskrat swimming near the shore. I was also able to get pictures of a couple birds that I have no idea what kind they are.
Canadian Geese flying by.
American Coot (thought they were ducks until I did some internet searching)
Not sure what type of bird this is.
Part of the Lily Pond Trail
Mill Race Canal
This guy kept his eye on me the whole time I walked by.
One of the Trumpeter swans.
Both swans and some coot.
Following mom
Not sure what type of bird this is.
Not sure what type of bird this is.
A muskrat swims near shore
Not sure what type of bird this is.
I love cardinals