The “Upper Lobe” of The Lake in Central Park has been renovated over the last year, and most of the work has been completed except for a replacement bridge, which is experiencing an engineering delay.

When I first saw the new immature plantings, I missed the old over grown brush and trees.  I was afraid birds would never return.  My fears, however have been short lived, as many birds are greatly enjoying the new native plantings.  Except for a shortage of march grasses which attracted Red-winged Blackbirds and the now empty Green Heron nest, the area is much improved.  It also has much safer landscaping, discouraging the nude sunbathing and sexual activity that was once rampant in the area.

On Saturday, the area attracted a number of birds, including this Hummingbird.