TRUMPETER SWANS STILL AROUND

Department of Natural Resources Small Non-Game Specialist Pam Perry said most birds are long-gone for the season, spending their time in the tropics. But not all have left. Perry said trumpeter swan family groups are still flying from lake to lake, looking for open water and food. Perry said its a rare opportunity for Lakes Area birders to catch a glimpse of the largest waterfowl in North America. Pam said we're in a big change time; some birds dependant on open water are still here but some begun to move toward milder climes. Perry said its all about finding food.