Piranga ludoviciana

This very attractive bird visited the pond today, took a bath, and stayed around for about fifteen minutes before he continued on his way. I have seen Western Tanagers in southern Colorado, but rarely see them here. He can come back any time he wants to.

Today was an exceptional day for birds -- I saw many more bird species today than any in recent weeks. Showing only one picture (of this Western Tanager) doesn't do the day justice. So, I posted another gallery (see here) of most of the birds that showed up today.