Taken on a serene afternoon on November 30, 2023, this enchanting photograph represents the thriving avian biodiversity at Lake Merced. Among the various tags, a Blackbird - with its distinctive black head and feet, proudly claims our full attention. Our black-feathered friend here is a testament to nature's captivating charm. Amidst the tags of its woodland companions such as the Finch, Quail, and a rather unexpected Lizard, this Blackbird continues to stand as a symbol of the wild, untamed beauty that surrounds Lake Merced.