We usually do not see Grebes on the local pond during winter in our neck of the woods. However, last week, this Western Grebe was swimming in a small section of a local pond that remained unfrozen. Perhaps she if off course in migration and landed here to rest and refuel. Although it was a pleasure to see her, I hope she takes advantage of this weeks thaw to get back on track and is gone the next time I visit this pond.
nature has no boss 
Maybe she just wanted to get away from the flock for some peace and quiet.
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I know that feeling.
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Beautiful capture of the Grebe!
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Thanks Ellen.Hope your weekend is going great.
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A lovely weekend here, thanks, with time at the swamp and a few birds. Have a wonderful week.
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Sounds like weekend.
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What an auspicious visitor! There have been many strange sightings in our area this year. Certainly a sign to pay attention to.
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Hi I agree we need to pay attention to the changes occurring. I bet if we all had a way to document them in some way there would be good data there.
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Some do note their sightings on ebird.
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That is something to consider. I wish there was a bigger version that combined bird data with other species sighting. A giant all encompassing e-nature.
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Oh, that would be a good idea!
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Great shot, Mike. So crisp. Love her eye!
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Thanks Jane.
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They are interesting birds, aren’t they? What an eye she has.
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Like a little cinnamon red hot candy that eye is.
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Beautiful shot!
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Thanks.
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The original red eye express. Nice shot, Mike.
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This grebe better get on the red eye out of as winter is truly setting in.
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Reblogged this on Wolf's Birding and Bonsai Blog.
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Thanks for passing along the post.
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