When driving from Oakland to Berkeley along I-80/I-580, you’re likely to see 1) a lot of traffic and 2) Berkeley’s Aquatic Park, a respite from said traffic. Interestingly, the lagoon was created in the process of paving the interstate when it cut into the edge of the San Francisco Bay.
Snowy Egret
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As if a dinner bell had rung, we got to watch many different birds hunting for dinner. This evening was particularly active.
Lake Merritt had a big group of White Pelicans, far more than I’ve seen in the past few years. They were very active, gulping down fish in the lake.
The many trees in downtown Oakland that are home to Black-crowned Night-Herons and Snowy Egrets are much quieter than in prior days. Many nests are emptying out as birds test their wings and fly off.
What are the typical signs of herons and egrets nesting in downtown Oakland? Lots of loud squawking, a pungent fishy smell, and surfaces covered with bird droppings. Not so exciting for those trying to park their cars in the area, but great for those walking by with a camera and […]
I’ve never been able to keep up with the volume of photos that I take to share online. But a tip from a photographer friend led me to try out using Photo Mechanic, a fast tool for reviewing, tagging, and selecting photos. In a few work sessions it has helped […]
I’m fortunate to be within walking distance of Lake Merritt, which is also why so many posts are from there! Not only is it close for me, it attracts many many birds too.
I visited the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge, by Fremont California. The refuge is 30,000 acres of protected habitat for local and migratory wildlife.
Close to downtown Oakland is Lake Merritt, a mini refuge for people and birds. It offers a three-mile trail around a v-shaped lagoon.
Along the bay in South San Francisco lies Sierra Point and Oyster Point Marina. These two infill land masses create a small channel and marshland, outlined by a trail.
