Re: mdosprey No Arctic Tern
Anthony G. Futcher (tfutcher@cuc.edu)
Wed, 19 May 1999 12:47:11 -0400
Hi Dave,
I could have used that Arctic Tern! However I am especially fascinated by your
dragonfly observations. Wish I had the time to get into that too.
Best wishes
Tony Futcher
Dma3@aol.com wrote:
> Checked the rapids at several spots below Violette's 7-8:30AM, no Arctic Tern.
>
> This morning, just as rare as Arctic Tern, was a dragonfly, the Midland
> Clubtail. This is a dragonfly that has become nearly extinct on the Potomac.
> Up until the 1960s it was common. Mysteriously, its numbers have dropped to
> almost nothing, while its close relative, the Cobra Clubtail has remained
> common, or even increased, on the piedmont section of the Potomac. This is
> only the second one I've seen in seven years of watching dragons on the
> river. The presence of this fresh individual indicates that the species is
> still breeding at this site.
>
> Dave
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