Ring-billed Gulls are common birds found along Minnesota’s North Shore. This one is a juvenile and has exceptionally nice looking plumage. I took this photo in Grand Marais.
I saw many Horned Larks migrating south during our trip. This photo was also taken in Grand Marais. This particular view shows you why “horned” lark is a very appropriate name
Here’s a close-up of the Merganser. This photo shows you how they got their nickname of “sawbill”. Mergansers are diving ducks that catch a lot of small fish. The serrated edge of the bill helps them hold on to the slippery fish.
Swainson’s Thrushes were also migrating. I found them feasting on berries along a Cook County road near Grand Marais. Notice how this one is using its tongue to help position the berry for eating.
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