Broadmoor and much of Metrowest have not had significant rain for more than three months. Water levels in the Indian Brook wetlands are two to three feet below normal in several places. The result? Concentrations of fish and turtles in the limited areas of water.
This otter family has been seen from the main bridge, in the Wildlife Pond and the Charles River. Their sleek look is wet fur. Look closely to see the unfortunate fish, lunch for one of member of the family.
Green herons are smaller than great blue herons, but have the same patient fishing technique, watching carefully for motion; then darting quickly to capture a fish with their sharp bills. Yes, this is a green heron, although reddish-blue might better describe its colors.
Fair Weather Birders watched great blue herons and a belted kingfisher this morning and heard two pileated woodpeckers near the mill sites.
This belted kingfisher and the pileated woodpeckers were photographed at Waseeka Wildlife Sanctuary in Hopkinton.