Patch, yes, West Nile Virus has taken its toll in CT and the tri state NY, NJ and CT area. Between Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile, each year we have had a few elderly deaths and a fair amount of birds. The last several years it did not appear to be as severe as say about 5 years ago , when the birds literally were dropping out of the sky. I have not noticed a decrease in the bird population the past few years. Most affected are the seagulls, crows and bluejays around here.
PS Saw 2 very big blue herons today flying low over the pond on the way to work, the little one was not in his usually morning spot today. I think the fisherman may be disturbing them or they are still on the move.
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