I helped out with the Western Sonoma County Christmas Bird Count today (28 December 2025). It was a very calm and warm day at the coast, with air temperatures reaching at least 56°F (13°C) and perhaps even higher. (I think it's my first Christmas Bird Count wearing a t-shirt for part of the day!)
Although it was a nice day for birding, I also saw quite a few insects — a half a dozen bumblebees, at least 4-5 butterflies, and possibly one dragonfly. Some of the butterflies flew by too quickly for an i.d., but at least two of them were Red Admirals (Vanessa atalanta) basking in the sun.
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