A Common Loon floats on calm water, facing the camera with its red eyes visible. Its black head and patterned back contrast with the soft gray surface of the lake.

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A Common Loon on Lake Medina.

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Of pecks and pest control

Woodpeckers drill into trees for grubs, helping to control pest infestations.

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A sandhill crane flies with its wings fully extended against a clear blue sky. The bird’s long legs trail behind it, and its red forehead marking is visible.

This was as close as the Sandhill Cranes would allow me to get to them.

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