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brightwood park discoveries

A Wet, Chilly, and Windy Day in the Park

10/3/2022

 
I took a walk in Brightwood Park yesterday afternoon between 5 and 6.  Despite it being wet, chilly, and windy, I saw a few interesting objects and would like to share  the pictures I took with you.

The pollinating garden at the parking lot resumed its beauty of the early summer.  Thanks to Denise and all who participating in planting and taking care of the plants and flowers.

In these days the distal end of the small pond appear to be a hot area for the ducks to hold parties.  A young male wood duck was taking his time to change his outfit.  His eyes are now red in color (typical for adult males), and multiple colors are gradually appearing on his body, most obvious in the feathers of his head.  I was wondering how often this cute creature had to visit tattoo shops or hair salons to work on his look.  Instead of being timid (like many other wood ducks), this guy and his female friends were at ease seeing me watching them.  At a point they decided to do a little stage performance so that I could take funny shots.  

The mallard ducks were less fun.  They probably were finishing the day with full tummies of duckweed and other food from the pond.  A colorful male kept dozing, and I had to whistle to him to get one photo with his eye open.

A deer passed by the woods near the dam.  In contrast to the ducks, the deer looked starving,  Its chest was like a music sheet with empty staff.   I waved at her and said, "Good luck!"

Upon continuing my walk toward Prospect Street, I saw a fallen dead tree blocking the trail.  There are other trees that look like they may also come down.  

Take care and have a nice week.


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    Chuan-Chu Chou

    I am a frequent visitor of Brightwood Park and enjoy sharing my discoveries.

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