Have not seen the kingfisher this year. He usually shows up
in December and January. Wonder if that particular kingfisher went
to the great aviary in the sky? This has been a harsher winter than
normal. otoh, they are year round residents in this area and the
big river is open. Right now the pond is frozen and covered with
8 inches of snow - pretty darn good bird protection there! :-))

k :-)