Beaver have continued to build dams across a network of streams feeding Coyote Hollow. The raised water, higher than I've seen it in 13 years, has lured swamp sparrows back to the flooded marsh. Three singing males on 4/27 were the first I've seen or heard there in eight years. Americans bitterns are back over a week (no calling, yet). Marsh wrens have not returned (it's been 12 years), but with the high water I'm hopeful. 15+ tree swallows 2 bank swallows **************************************************************** To post messages, send e-mail to: [log in to unmask] Set your e-mail application to PLAIN TEXT ONLY to post messages. To contact the list owner: [log in to unmask] ---------------------------------------------------------------- Web based archives and subscription management are available at: http://listserv.dartmouth.edu/Archives/uv-birders.html ****************************************************************