There is a weird hybrid duck hanging out with the Philippine Ducks. We first saw it in the Big Pond swimming . When the Philippine Ducks flew to the Water Lily Pond, it went with them. When they flew back to the Big Pond, it was still with them! It seems determined to hang out with the Philippine Ducks!
The lotus in the Big Pond are even bigger now.
I went around with my camera and binoculars to look for birds to photograph. It’s no surprise that the best spots are:
The front of the cottage – we spend the most time hanging out in the veranda, so it’s strategically planted with trees and bushes for the birds!
The Big Pond – the areas around the pond are also attractive to the birds. There are probably a lot bugs and I imagine that the plants and trees nearby are growing extra well.
The Picnic Area – this area has a flat grassy area with a few trees in the middle, a path with trees on the side, and the Water Lily pond. The open grass part makes it easier to spot birds.
Side note
I sewed this blouse to wear at the refuge!
Tonji and Sylvia's Wildlife Refuge 