[EBB Sightings] Lafayette Reservoir

Hi EBBer's,

Today I remembered to bring my binocs while I jogged part way around the 
reservoir.  And I happened by just when a flock of Gadwalls came in and 
landed in the northwest corner.  Also spotted a juvenile Spotted Sandpiper 
(I noted the yellowish legs) foraging around the shoreline.  And finally I 
observed the usual suspects: about half dozen Coots, several Mallards, 
Cormorants, and 2 pairs each of Pied-billed Grebes, and Buffleheads diving 
repeatedly.  On my way out, I observed a mixed flock of Bluebirds, 
Yellow-rumped Warblers, House Finches, and Goldfinches, all foraging on the 
green hillside formed by the dam  (also recorded a Black Phoebe perched in a 
pine tree).  I may have missed some species as I didn't get all the way 
around the reservoir (didn't have enough cash for the meter!).

Bob Hislop
Concord