While all the big rookery birds are getting most of the attention nearby back trails have many of the small locals in plain view.

This is another area that will become much too thick with vegetation in spring. Now, with some agonizing  patience, smaller birds can be photographed.

The Phoebe is one of the easier ones, which is why I managed these.

Like a Dragonfly they try to return to the same spot after each flight for food.