A recently created wetland expansion caused by beaver at the eastern edge
of Memphremagog has brought a great diversity of avian life. Osprey have
occupied an abandoned nest and brought spectacular aerial displays and
calls. Bitterns have been regular callers and this morning showing their
patches of breeding plumage. Green herons have just shown up and a single
Virginia rail now seems to be 3 or 4. The increased number has not made
spotting them any easier. Redstarts, northern waterthrush,  and yellow
warblers on territory. Baltimore orioles have also just arrived.  This
special habitat has resulted in a remarkable explosion of lifeforms. Talk
about an important habitat!