The Eurasian Wigeon and other more typical, but equally wonderful, waterfowl have been spotted from the shores of the Seekonk north of the Henderson Bridge. The ospreys are back as well – look for them wheeling over the water or perching high in the trees. Stay tuned as migrating birds of all sorts move through the area in the coming weeks. Blackstone Park is part of a migratory corridor that continues north along the Blackstone River and into wilder areas. Bring your binoculars and check it out!
The other interesting waterbirds recorded on the Seekonk near Blackstone Park on March 31, and reported on Rachel Farrell’s reputable daily compilation of RI bird-sightings, were the following: Gadwall, American Wigeon, Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Double-crested Cormorants.
