Grackle Swarm - 23 Oct 2024
This morning, while looking through the microscope, I heard the loud raucous calls of Common Grackles coming from outside. When I lifted my head I saw a swarm of grackles on the ground, in the trees, on the feeders, and in the air. I estimated 300+ birds. Grabbing the camera I quickly photographed some of the action before the swarm moved on. The entire incident lasted no longer than 5 minutes...
Brownton Abbey, 26340 Higgins Way - 42.1338x-83.2941, Wayne, Michigan, US
Oct 23, 2024 8:32 AM - 8:35 AM
Protocol: Stationary
Checklist Comments: Pt cloudy, breezy, 60F
3 species
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) 2
Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) 2
Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula) 320 Massive flock of mostly males swarmed feeders, ground, and neighbor’s lawn. Gone after 5 mins. Counted by 10’s. Pics
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