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<\/a><\/p>\nThe American Wigeon above (image 8) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n
The American Wigeon above (image 1) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n The Pied-billed Grebe above (image 2) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n The Mallard above (image 3) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n The Mallard above (image 4) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n The American Wigeon above (image 5) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n The American Wigeon above (image 6) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n Once taking a gander at the waterfowl that seems omnipresent on the water’s surface, it pays to be looking skyward for bird activity flying overhead. eBird data indicates 181 species at this serene venue as of this writing.<\/p>\n The Turkey Vulture above (image 7) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n The Red-tailed Hawk above (image 9) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in October 2017.<\/p>\n A future visit will certainly allow for a more thorough exploration of the property. The trail appears to primarily offer views of the main pond, although the four other primary ponds appear to be accessible.<\/p>\n The Hooded Merganser above (image 10) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in November 2017.<\/p>\n The Gadwall with American Wigeon above (image 11) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in November 2017.<\/p>\n Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve should definitely be on your itinerary when traveling through the area.<\/p>\n The Mallard with American Coot above (image 12) was photographed at Mondo Ponds Nature Preserve Trail in November 2017.<\/p>\n