During our most recent stroll at the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge on 18 October 2021, Erika turned to me and said, “Look at all those Cackling Geese!” “Where?” I asked. “You don’t see them? They are right in front of you!” “Oh, wait, maybe I do. I thought they were clods of dirt on a newly plowed field…” Erika shook her head and mused, “No wonder I am doing most of the driving these days.” I did a quick estimate, and came up with 3,000 birds. Then another seven landed in the field. So I guess that would make 3,007. I called the refuge and asked them if my estimate was realistic. They patiently replied, “At this time of year, 3000 birds is totally reasonable.”
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