The forecast was for rain, but the sky was clear and the wind relatively light. However, it was cool as will happen this time of year given that Cape May is surrounded on three sides by water.
As was true last week, not many new arrivals were present (it's only a matter of time) but there was nonetheless some nice activity. American Robins continue to increase in numbers, mostly males, and many could be seen foraging on the grassy areas. Likewise, Carolina Wrens, while present all year, have become much more noticeable with many now singing with a degree of determination they have previously lacked. But perhaps the highlight of the day was the chance to shoot a Canada Goose with an eye closed. This may not sound like much, but the eye lid of the Canada Goose is white. As a result, when this species closes an eye the appearance is that it has that eye wide open. A rather interesting survival strategy.
