I believe this robin is the male half of a breeding pair that has a nest in this Westboro location. The female was sitting on the nest. Leucism is
an abnormal plumage condition caused by a genetic mutation that prevents pigment from being properly deposited on a bird’s feathers. It makes for a neat looking bird, but I wonder how much more dangerous its life is as a result of its odd coloring.
American Robin
Cedar Waxwing
Yellow Warbler
It was a very pretty morning, but only in the low-mid 40s.
Baltimore Oriole
I had a few minutes to spare, so I took a quick walk at the boat ramp area too. Here I saw the following:
American Robin with nesting materials
American Redstart (female)
Mourning Dove
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