We just returned to Bethesda from our place in Dewey Beach, DE, and 
stopped at Kent Narrows on the return trip -- the Holiday Inn Express 
is an extremely short diversion off our direct route home, just off 
Exit 42 of US Route 50.

The Tufted Duck was there at 2:45 p.m. this afternoon, March 24, 
Wednesday, swimming around and actively diving with a group of both 
Scaup species numbering about 20 in all.  It could be seen clearly 
from the east lawn of the hotel. The tuft was in particularly good 
view, occasionally blowing around in the strong winds.

Whatever the food supply is in this little cove, it must be abundant 
and nutritious.  The Scaup and the Tufted Duck look full of the 
traditional vim and vigor.  They dive frequently and can be seen 
masticating something.

Signs are good that this excellent rarity will stay on here for at 
least a few more days.

Mike and Joy Bowen
Bethesda, MD

D.H. Michael Bowen
8609 Ewing Drive
Bethesda, MD  20817
Telephone: (301) 530-5764
e-mail:  dhmbowenATyahooDOTcom

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