Tag Archives: migration

Swans

Posted on April 4, 2023 by Chuck_Maas

Among the most elegant of waterfowl that spend the summer in Alaska are trumpeter swans.  Most pass through the southcentral part of the state in April on their way farther north, though a few remain in local lakes and marshes … Continue reading →

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First Arrivals

Posted on March 30, 2023 by Chuck_Maas

The beginning of spring bird migration in Anchorage is usually noted by the arrival of gulls in midtown.  Traditionally I’ve expected them during the first week of April, but this year they arrived on March 30th, adding another twist to … Continue reading →

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Spring Migration

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Chuck_Maas

Waterfowl are beginning to show up again on their annual flights north. A small patch of open water in Anchorage called Spenard Crossing is one of the better spots to observe early arrivals. Today a pair of trumpeter swans, several … Continue reading →

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