Birds of a feather

Zink’s Pond, located along the Animas River south of Durango, has long been a choice location for birders. Here, one can observe a wide variety of species that thrive in western Colorado’s wetland and meadow habitats. Frequent sightings include waterfowl like Canada geese and bufflehead ducks, but it’s not uncommon to see elegant herons and egrets stealthing along the shore as well. The pond itself is on private property, but one can enjoy the sights from a convenient pull-out with a pair of binoculars. Here’s a look: