Category Archives: Cape Cod Birding

Beautiful Greater Yellowlegs At the Wellfleet Audubon Sanctuary On Cape Cod

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It was low tide at the Wellfleet Audubon Sanctuary on Cape Cod so we were able to walk all the way out to the beaches. You have to walk part of the way on a boardwalk that is submerged when the tides are higher.

We were treated to many shorebirds that day darting about the eddies, looking for food.  But this Greater Yellowlegs was absolutely stunning as he waded through the water.

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Perfect Picnic Bench At Fort Hill On Cape Cod

If you’re looking for the perfect picnic bench with spectacular views, try Fort Hill in Eastham on Cape Cod. The views are breath-taking!

After your picnic, try hiking one of the many trails around the salt marsh or through the woods. It is a gorgeous place!

And, if you like bird-watching, don’t forget your binoculars! You’re sure to see a lot of birds.

Northern Gannet Diving For Food At Coast Guard Beach In Eastham On Cape Cod

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We were surprised to see this Northern Gannet diving for food at Coast Guard Beach the other day. At first we weren’t sure what kind of diving bird it was as it plummeted into the ocean over and over again.

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Northern Gannets dive vertically into the sea at velocities of up to 62mph. It was just amazing to watch. He would fly around for a bit and then dive head first straight into the water while tucking his wings in like a missile.

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And then he flew away. It was fun looking in my bird book to identify what kind of diving bird he was. Have you ever seen a Northern Gannet diving into the sea?