Date: 12/2/25 10:20 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (02 Dec 2025) Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Dec 02, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 12/2/25 7:05 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for December 2, 2025
Date: December 2, 2025
Time: 0720 to 0820 AM
Weather: Cloudy, snow showers withabout 2” of ground cover. Calm wind andlake, temp. 30 F.
Comments: Snow showers limitedvisibility over the lake to less than ¼ mile, so if there was any movementfarther out, it went undetected. A largeflock of Mallards settled in next to a breakwater.
Waterbirds recorded:
Mallard 37Surf Scoter 1Common Goldeneye 10Red-breasted Merganser 30Horned Grebe 1
Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 12/1/25 5:38 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (01 Dec 2025) 7 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Dec 01, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Gary LaBelle
Observers: Joe Meloney, Kevin Shannon, Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: 2 hunters, 3 observers =5
Weather: Temperature 29 to 37 deg F. Calm to light NW wind. Partly to mostly cloudy.
Raptor Observations: Five bald eagles (1 adult and 4 sub-adult) circled overhead for several minutes but did not migrate.
Non-raptor Observations: several large flocks of Canada Geese, flocks of Am goldfinch
Predictions: Snow overnight predicted 4-6 inches will probably cancel Tuesday's count. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: Nancy Ott
Observers: Che Mincone
Visitors: 0
Weather: Cold with temps in the 20's F. Winds mild westerly turning SE at the end of the day. Snow flurries at the beginning then mostly partly cloudy with no precip.
Raptor Observations: GE sub ad at 12:32 that rose up towards the south part of valley then migrated south.
Non-raptor Observations: Chickadees, nuthatches, tufted titmouses, blue jays, ravens, juncos, downy wp, 5 tundra swans around 11a and what sounded like a large flock of swans in afternoon around 2p but couldn't locate as it moved across valley.
Predictions: Snow, temps on 20's again with winds starting at SE, ESE, then turning W in afternoon. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Nancy Ott (<ednancy.ott...>)
Date: 12/1/25 3:13 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (01 Dec 2025) 19 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Dec 01, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 0 1633 OS 0 0 149 BE 5 5 806 NH 0 0 153 SS 1 1 2714 CH 0 0 242 AG 0 0 4 RS 4 4 123 BW 0 0 10265 RT 8 8 1300 RL 0 0 0 GE 1 1 211 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 0 60 PG 0 0 61 UA 0 0 42 UB 0 0 37 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 0 3 UR 0 0 63 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers: Carol Culvyhouse, Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Pete Biasucci , Ron Freed
Visitors: 5
Weather: Northwest winds strongest in the morning hours, tapering off into the afternoon, High in upper 30s F, Cloudy early with sunshine breaking through late in the morning
Raptor Observations: With the northwest winds strongest during the morning hours, most of the raptor movement passed along the ridge during this time as well. Momentum remained relatively slow all morning, with Bald Eagles and Red-tailed Hawks steadily trickling through. Several Red-shouldered Hawks were spotted at incredibly high altitudes, cutting south out over the valley.
Late in the morning, an adult Golden Eagle rose up along the north side of the ridge, finding lift easily, before tucking into a long glide out of view.
By afternoon, the winds and raptor movement had both diminished. No migrant raptors were seen following the minutes before the start of the 2 PM hour until the end of the count
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.25 hours
Compiler: Rebecca McCabe
Counters: John mercer
Visitors: 16
Weather: Partly cloudy/Clear/Mostly cloudy, NW winds throughout the day
Raptor Observations: Adult Bald Eagle and adult Red-tailed Hawk roosting in front of the lookout on the south side ~20 km from one another. They stayed perched in the trees until 1044. Great looks at the three adult red-shoulders and two adult Golden Eagles passing by.
Non-raptor Observations: Morning flight of 185 crows, ravens calling and flying past the lookout all day. Over 370 American Goldfinches with a flock of 150. Canada Geese started flying south with large flocks one-after-the-next from 1200 until 1600, with a very conservative 14,000 tallied!
Predictions: snow forecasted for the region. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 09:15:00 Observation end time: 11:30:00 Total observation time: 2.25 hours
Official Counter: Erika Bowman
Observers:
Visitors: None
Weather: Cloudy with SSE winds. Later had flurries that turned to snow that blanketed the valley. North was heavier snow than valley which signified the flight was done.
Raptor Observations: Mature Golden Eagles 10:07, 10:24
Non-raptor Observations: 2 large flocks of Snow Geese, second one flying with Double-Crested Cormorants
Predictions: Cloudy skies. A few flurries or snow showers possible. High near 30F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Robert Stewart (<bstewart...>)
Date: 11/30/25 6:12 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (30 Nov 2025) 2 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 30, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 378 1633 OS 0 0 149 BE 2 358 801 NH 0 24 153 SS 0 96 2713 CH 0 41 242 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 62 119 BW 0 0 10265 RT 0 831 1292 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 166 210 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 2 42 UB 0 12 37 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 10 63 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:45:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5.78 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers:
Visitors: 9
Weather: A heavy band of snow passed west to east along the ridge in the first hours following sunrise, with some lingering heavy snow showers throughout the morning, Limited visibility, High 33 F, Moderate south winds all morning and tapering off by afternoon, Overcast throughout entire count period
Raptor Observations: Very few birds observed throughout the entire count period, with less than optimal south winds. Two adult Bald Eagles moved down the ridge, with the first cutting low through the gap over the rockpile at eye level before lifting up into the southerly headwind and gliding far out over the valley southbound
Date: 11/30/25 2:48 pm From: Dan Cunkelman <dancunkelman...> Subject: Snow geese, Conemaugh Twp, Indiana County
I was walking my dogs in my yard and heard a strange bird sound. I looked around, then up to see and hear a flock of about 50 Snow Geese flying overhead. I haven't seen or heard Snows for a few years but the muddle huddle (not a V) helped with the ID.
They were headed west so I drove to the Aultman Run boat launch but no waterfowl to be seen. Then I drove to Conemaugh Dam but no geese in the pool behind the dam.
I did see about 25 Common Mergansers. Most were females or juvenile; about 5 males.
Also one double-crested cormorant on a submerged stump by the boom.
With the blustery winds and snow/rain today I was astonished to see at least four flocks of snow geese come over, something I rarely see here. I likely missed at least one other flock as well, but my best estimate for the four is a total of 200, the last flock just came over about 10 minutes ago and included a decent number of blue phase. I know it's not exciting for many but for me out west here it is quite a sight !
Also on Wednesday last week, three evening grosbeaks showed up at one of our local birder's feeders outside of Strattanville, where they visited before several years ago. They have not been seen since though.
Observation start time: 11:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters:
Visitors: 2
Weather: Late start due to snow followed by a low cloud ceiling which descended late in the day reducing visibility to zero; south winds 4-12 mph
Raptor Observations: 5 local turkey vultures
Non-raptor Observations: tundra swan, pileated woodpecker, common raven, cedar waxwing, American goldfinch
Predictions: Sunny, with a high near 40. Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/30/25 12:33 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (30 Nov 2025) 4 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 30, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 13:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 2 hours
Official Counter: Kurt/Sally Kraus
Observers:
Weather: Cold and snowing periodically. Light south winds. Cloud cover 100%
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Cold - 30 to 38 degrees. Partly sunny most of the day. Winds at 10mph, gusting up to 20mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/29/25 4:11 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (29 Nov 2025) 29 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 29, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:15:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7.75 hours
Official Counter: Sue Dibble
Observers: Bob Peda, Mike Dale, Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: 5 hunters, 5 for view
Weather: Partly cloudy, NW winds 5-10 mph, 28-40 degrees F.
Raptor Observations: 4 adult, 4 immature Bald Eagles counted. 3 local adult Bald eagles not counted
The first Golden Eagle of the day (12:15pm) was an adult that came in with an immature Bald. Both circled the hawk watch together for a few minutes until they were very high in the sky before moving on. During the 1 o'clock hour a subadult and an immature Golden gave us great views as they passed by together. The final Golden in the 3 o'clock hour had to be left unaged.
Non-raptor Observations: normal feeder birds, flock of 9 bluebirds, 1 high skein of Canada geese heading south
Predictions: chance of showers ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Brian M. Wargo
Observers:
Visitors: Larkin Werner, Kim Borchert and 10 others.
Weather: Sunny and clear in the morning. With temperature starting at 24°F. Winds Southwest. Sun throughout the day with temperatures nearly hitting the melting temperature. Winds changing to mild southeast by late afternoon.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: 65 Tundra Swans and 25 Canada Goose
Predictions: Cloudy. A few flurries or snow showers possible. High 42F. Winds SSW at 10 to 20 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Brian M. Wargo (<brianwargo...>)
Date: 11/29/25 2:25 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (29 Nov 2025) 58 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 29, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 4 378 1633 OS 0 0 149 BE 34 356 799 NH 1 24 153 SS 0 96 2713 CH 1 41 242 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 62 119 BW 0 0 10265 RT 9 831 1292 RL 0 0 0 GE 8 166 210 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 2 42 UB 0 12 37 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 1 10 63 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:15:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8.25 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Ian Hess, Laura Minnich, Pete Biasucci , Ron Freed
Visitors: 13
Weather: Mostly cloudy in the morning with a steady NW-N wind, clearing to mostly sunny and less wind in the afternoon.
Raptor Observations: First bird GE 8:55 Last bird GE 3:56
With the passage of the fourth GE of the day the GE count reached the ten year average of 206. Also, a male harrier tied the average of 153 for that species.
Non-raptor Observations: Loons 4 CAGO 65 Corn shock ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>)
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Compiler: Laurie Goodrich
Counters:
Visitors: zero
Weather: Clear SW wind 5-10, wind lessens at days end. 0 deg C
Raptor Observations: adult golden eagle 1238
Non-raptor Observations: Raven3, American crow 637,24 goldfinch ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/29/25 7:53 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks CO. corrected list
The following were seen or heard on the last bird walk of the season from the Silver Lake Nature Center located in Bristol, PA. Two large flocks of Red-Wing Black Birds were seen feeding in various areas of the park with 90% being female. Our walks resume the first Saturday in March, hope to see you then.
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center, Bucks, Pennsylvania, US
Nov 29, 2025 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Protocol: Traveling
Participants : 51.0 mile(s)
36 species
Canada Goose 10
Wood Duck 6
Northern Shoveler 4
Mallard 15
Hooded Merganser 5
Common Merganser 2
Mourning Dove 1
Ring-billed Gull 6
Pied-billed Grebe 5
Double-crested Cormorant 1
Great Blue Heron 1
Red-shouldered Hawk 1
Red-tailed Hawk 1
Belted Kingfisher 2
Red-bellied Woodpecker 2
Downy Woodpecker 2
Hairy Woodpecker 1
Northern Flicker 3
Blue Jay 4
American Crow 5
Carolina Chickadee 2
Tufted Titmouse 2
White-breasted Nuthatch 2
Brown Creeper 2
Carolina Wren 3
European Starling 8
American Robin 9
House Sparrow 3
House Finch 4
American Goldfinch 6
Fox Sparrow 1
Dark-eyed Junco 1
White-throated Sparrow 1
Red-winged Blackbird 100
Yellow-rumped Warbler 5
Northern Cardinal 2
Date: 11/29/25 7:47 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks CO.
The following were seen or heard on the last bird walk of the season from the Silver Lake Nature Center located in Bristol, PA. Two large flocks of Red-Wing Black Birds were seen feeding in various areas of the park with 90% being female. Our walks resume the first Saturday in March, hope to see you then.
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center, Bucks, Pennsylvania, US
Nov 29, 2025 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Protocol: Traveling
1.0 mile(s)
34 species
Canada Goose 10
Wood Duck 6
Mallard 15
Hooded Merganser 5
Mourning Dove 1
Ring-billed Gull 6
Pied-billed Grebe 1
Double-crested Cormorant 1
Great Blue Heron 1
Red-shouldered Hawk 1
Red-tailed Hawk 1
Belted Kingfisher 2
Red-bellied Woodpecker 2
Downy Woodpecker 2
Hairy Woodpecker 1
Northern Flicker 3
Blue Jay 4
American Crow 5
Carolina Chickadee 2
Tufted Titmouse 2
White-breasted Nuthatch 2
Brown Creeper 2
Carolina Wren 3
European Starling 8
American Robin 9
House Sparrow 3
House Finch 4
American Goldfinch 6
Fox Sparrow 1
Dark-eyed Junco 1
White-throated Sparrow 1
Red-winged Blackbird 100
Yellow-rumped Warbler 5
Northern Cardinal 2
Date: 11/28/25 2:17 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (28 Nov 2025) 19 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 28, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 374 1629 OS 0 0 149 BE 12 322 765 NH 1 23 152 SS 0 96 2713 CH 0 40 241 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 62 119 BW 0 0 10265 RT 5 822 1283 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 158 202 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 1 2 42 UB 0 12 37 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 9 62 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Gary LaBelle, Jess Cosentino, Paul Fritz, Regina Gaison, Ron Freed
Visitors: 26
Weather: Mostly cloudy with WNW wind at inconsistent speed. Intermittent snow flurries and graupel all day.
Raptor Observations: First bird RT 9:50 Last bird BE 3:08
Non-raptor Observations: TUSW 17, Loons 3 ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>)
Observation start time: 07:15:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 9.67 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Rob Feldman
Visitors: 182 people opted outside and visited the lookout
Weather: Mostly cloudy to overcast with occasional snow showers, W winds 15-25 mph
Raptor Observations: Stunning view of a juvenile golden eagle. Dirk would have lost his mind. IYKYK
Non-raptor Observations: 441 American crow, 19 common raven, 3 eastern bluebird, 51 American goldfinch
Predictions: Increasing clouds, with a high near 42. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, however, all trails are closed for deer hunting. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 11:45:00 Observation end time: 14:45:00 Total observation time: 3 hours
Official Counter: Bob Stewart
Observers:
Visitors: None
Weather: Snow flurries for almost all of the count. Visibility was limited to 2 km or less. Temp -5.4 to -5.1 degrees C. Wind aver velocity 12 mmph. Wind chill -11 degrees C/.
Raptor Observations: None
Non-raptor Observations: 1 crow
Predictions: Mostly cloudy in AM becoming partly cloudy by afternoon. Wind out of the west 5-10 mph. A little warmer. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Robert Stewart (<bstewart...>)
Date: 11/28/25 12:53 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (28 Nov 2025) 16 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 28, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:15:00 Observation end time: 15:15:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Steve Walthius
Observers: Rick Schoenberger, Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: 3 Hawkwatchers 6 for View
9 total
Weather: Very windy, 30 - 36 degree partly cloudy day.
Raptor Observations: 3 juvenile and 3 adult Bald Eagles
Non-raptor Observations: Ravens, White Throated Sparrows and Blue Jays
Predictions: Less wind and a little warmer
Tomorrow is the start of rifle deer season in Pennsylvania ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 12:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Jon Kauffman
Observers:
Weather: Similar conditions as yesterday with slightly stronger wind gusts and and few moments of cloud cover breaking up. Occasional flurries. Watched at the overlook.
Raptor Observations: GOEA: Ad(8:33) Juv(11:21)
Non-raptor Observations: Ring-billed Gull(1) Tundra Swan(72) Common Loon(84) ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jon Kauffman (<jvk5019...>)
Date: 11/28/25 7:32 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 28, 2025
Date: November 28, 2025
Time: 0715 to 0915 AM
Weather: Cloudy, wind WNW to 40mph, Waves 5’ to 6’, temp. 35 F.
Comments: A continuation ofyesterday, but with about half the scaup and Red-breasted Mergansers. Highlight was a first winter LesserBlack-backed Gull moving west.
Waterbirds recorded:
Gadwall 12
American Wigeon 9Mallard 2Greater Scaup 30Lesser Scaup 9Scaup species 560Surf Scoter 1White-winged Scoter 16Black Scoter 1Bufflehead 5Common Goldeneye 13Red-breasted Merganser 875Common Loon 6Red-throated Loon 6Loon species 6LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL 1 first winter
Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 11/27/25 3:25 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (27 Nov 2025) 37 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 27, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 374 1629 OS 0 0 149 BE 17 310 753 NH 0 22 151 SS 1 96 2713 CH 2 40 241 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 62 119 BW 0 0 10265 RT 11 817 1278 RL 0 0 0 GE 5 158 202 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 12 37 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 1 9 62 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino, Ron Freed
Observers: Gene Wagner, Laura Minnich, Ron Freed
Visitors: 26
Weather: High in mid 30s F, with wind chill feeling like below freezing by afternoon, Grey overcast all day with light snow flurries throughout the entire count period, Morning winds were light west but gained strength by afternoon shifting to WNW/NW
Raptor Observations: While the morning winds from the west were a bit lighter than forecasted, they gradually increased strength and a steady raptor flight continued to push southward - including good numbers of Bald Eagles, Red-tailed Hawks, and several Golden Eagles. The day's Golden Eagle flight pushed the season total over the 200 mark.
Most birds were spotted north of a ridge at varying distances, passing slowly into the morning west winds. Several Red-tailed Hawks and Bald Eagles seen distant to the north hit the westerly headwinds and struggled to make much progress, taking an extended amount of time to cut south towards the ridge and opt for heading south while on the south side, perhaps finding favorable conditions.
The first Golden Eagle of the morning appeared quickly along the north side of the ridge, popping up close over the treeline and making a slightly above eye-level pass into the headwind, which provided a few extra seconds of viewing from below. This would be the main flight line for all Golden Eagles on the day, appearing in the same location up the ridge while riding the updrafts and passing along the north side after offering great eye-level looks while passing south.
The second Golden on the day was the only bird that opted for a different flight line. The bird appeared very distant to the north of the ridge, passing steadily southwest over the valley and smaller ridges. The late morning west winds seemed to present challenges for the Golden, as it continued to get pushed back northeast each time it began to circle in an attempt to find lift. The bird would make progress south for several minutes, before being buffeted back east several miles.
The next few minutes was spent with observing the distant Golden drop low below eye-level into the valley, cutting low over treelines and farm fields, while searching for the best path south. Eventually, the large raptor found enough lift to suck into a steady glide and fought the west winds enough to make progress southward and out of view. From the moment the Golden was first spotted to the north, it took a little over 20 minutes for the bird to finally make passage through the valley and continue onward.
Predictions: Stronger WNW winds (up to 19 mph), increasing from late morning throughout the afternoon, High upper 30s F
The winds seem similar to today with more force, and could be favorable to more raptor movement ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Raptor Observations: 3 adult Bald and 2 imm bald not seeming to migrate, not cted. one redtail sat down out front late day.
Non-raptor Observations: Raven 13, and 6 to 8 resident. Am crow migration heavy in am and some late day, 7483 ttl 17 goldfinch ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 10:15:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Jon Kauffman
Observers:
Weather: 100% overcast but with a few moments of a small clearing of blue sky. Some flurries. Winds out of the W at 13-18mph. Watched at the overlook.
Raptor Observations: NOHA: brown GOEA: Ad(11:44) Ad(11:58) Sub(12:25) Ad(12:40) Unk(12:52) Ad(12:58) Juv(1:07) Unk(1:13) Ad(1:58) Imm(2:47) Juv(2:53) Sub(3:25) Many eagles had bulging crops
Non-raptor Observations: A group of juncos on the road, playful ravens ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jon Kauffman (<jvk5019...>)
Date: 11/26/25 4:35 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (26 Nov 2025) Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 26, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 374 1629 OS 0 0 149 BE 0 293 736 NH 0 22 151 SS 0 95 2712 CH 0 38 239 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 62 119 BW 0 0 10265 RT 0 806 1267 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 153 197 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 12 37 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 8 61 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 12:15:00 Observation end time: 14:15:00 Total observation time: 2 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers:
Visitors: 10
Weather: Count delayed during early morning hours due to heavy ridge fog, clearing a bit by noon but returned by 1 PM; Light drizzle by 2 PM becoming steady later into 2 PM hour, Rain eventually cleared by not until final hour before sunset
Raptor Observations: No raptors observed
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Moderate west winds throughout the entire count period, Colder temps with a high of 40 F ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7.92 hours
Compiler: Rob Feldman
Counters:
Visitors: 54
Weather: Mild temperatures with dense fog all morning that lightened but never lifted. Variable winds 1-7 mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Evening grosbeak, purple finch, American goldfinch
Predictions: Cloudy, with a high near 42. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Could be a good migration day! ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 12:00:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter: Rosemary McGlynn
Observers:
Visitors: none
Weather: light WSW winds;some valley haze; low cumulus clouds with occasional mist which turned to rain at noon. 46-52F
Raptor Observations: none
Non-raptor Observations: bc chickadees,wb nuthatches,juncos,downy wp,crows
Predictions: strong W/NW winds with very strong gusts throughout Thurs;cloudy with a chance of snow flurries;20-30F ======================================================================== Report submitted by Rosemary McGlynn (<denali...>)
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 15:15:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Pedro Miranda
Observers: Kyle Hamrick
Weather: Overcast in the morning with unfavorable winds that shifted W, maintaining a range of 11-15mph. Upon my arrival at 11 am, temperatures were in the mid-40s, rising to 52°F before I left. Cloudy skies all day, while it cleared over Big Valley at 2 pm, Stone Valley remained overcast.
Non-raptor Observations: AMGO, BCCH, GCKI DEJU ======================================================================== Report submitted by Pedro Miranda (<therespedro75...>)
Date: 11/26/25 3:18 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (25 Nov 2025) 17 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 25, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 9 374 1629 OS 0 0 149 BE 5 293 736 NH 0 22 151 SS 0 95 2712 CH 0 38 239 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 62 119 BW 0 0 10265 RT 1 806 1267 RL 0 0 0 GE 2 153 197 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 12 37 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 8 61 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 12:30:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers: Brandon Brogle, Kennedy Sullivan, Ron Freed
Visitors: 0
Weather: South winds, Overcast, as large system of rain moved in from the east throughout the morning and arrived a little after noon
Raptor Observations: A few raptors moving early in the morning before the arrival of rain, including a couple Golden Eagles passing distant over the valley to the north of the ridge. Once the first band of light rain arrived in the late morning, the raptor movement died off.
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Southwest winds ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Date: 11/25/25 10:38 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (25 Nov 2025) 2 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 25, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 12:00:00 Total observation time: 4.25 hours
Official Counter: Rosemary Spreha
Observers:
Visitors: Two for the view two bear hunters four FIG personnel
Weather: Temperaure from 38-44 degrees. 100% cloud cover, wind from S then SE 4-10 mph. Rain ended the count at noon.
Raptor Observations: One kestrel and one sharp-shinned hawk. No local vultures, hawks or eagles.
Non-raptor Observations: Common feeder birds. One Osprey helicopter put on a nice show passing over the hawk watch.
Predictions: Cloudy skies, high 64 degrees. Wind SW 10-20 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 12:45:00 Total observation time: 4.83 hours
Compiler: Rebecca McCabe
Counters: Mara Anderson-Skelly
Visitors: 20
Weather: Overcast/rain showers started at 1235
Raptor Observations: Slow day with only five migrants.
Non-raptor Observations: 300+ flock of crows coming from Kempton Valley, circling in front of the pit and then moving south. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/25/25 2:03 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (24 Nov 2025) 32 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 24, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 365 1620 OS 0 0 149 BE 2 288 731 NH 0 22 151 SS 2 95 2712 CH 0 38 239 AG 0 1 4 RS 3 62 119 BW 0 0 10265 RT 19 805 1266 RL 0 0 0 GE 5 151 195 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 1 12 37 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 8 61 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino, Ron Freed
Observers: Gene Wagner, Kennedy Sullivan, Ron Freed
Visitors: 9
Weather: Light to moderate north wind all morning, gradually shifting to south by late afternoon, High low 50s F by afternoon when became sunny and warm
Raptor Observations: First bird GE 8:55 Last bird GE 15:29
Predictions: High 47 F, southeast wind, chance of rain increasing after noon ======================================================================== Report submitted by Ronald Freed (<rpfreed4947...>)
Date: 11/24/25 5:58 pm From: Linda Rowan <000001476b4df963-dmarc-request...> Subject: A Good Birding Day in Levittown Bucks County
I started my day seeing a Red Tail perched on a power tower behind my house.
Early this afternoon while sitting on the enclosed porch I heard the birds take off from the feeders and heard something on the rain gutter.
I went out to see what was on the gutter and a squirrel ran off.
But I looked up and saw an adult Red Tail circling over my house. While I watched it I heard the call of a Red Tail from a different direction.
I located the second Red Tail on the power tower where Red Tails have nested for the last 5 years.
Then an Accipiter flew by. Most likely a Coopers Hawk, which has been harassing birds at our feeders lately.
Next thing I noticed was a Yellow Belly Sapsucker, on the Black Walnut tree.
A few hours later when I looked out at one of the feeders I spotted a Fox Sparrow. This is my favorite sparrow, as there is really no question about its identity.
I looked back at my records and noted that we have had Fox Sparrows in the yard during this same week at least 3 times.
The Fox Sparrow and the Sapsucker were the first for the season.
Date: 11/24/25 5:35 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (24 Nov 2025) 27 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 24, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:45:00 Total observation time: 6.75 hours
Official Counter: Gary LaBelle
Observers: Brian Weaver, Gayle Lawrence, Kevin Shannon
Visitors: 3 observers, 2 for view = 5
Weather: Clear skies becoming overcast. Light NW wind becoming calm. Temperature 41 to 47 F.
Raptor Observations: Turkey and Black vultures and several adult bald eagles seen but not migrating.
Non-raptor Observations: Fox sparrows, GC Kinglets,
Predictions: Similar temperature. Rain may end count early. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 7.75 hours
Official Counter: Nancy Ott
Observers: Ed Gowarty,Sr, Jim Rocco
Visitors: 5 visitors.
Weather: Morning mild W winds, variable at times. Towards afternoon winds increased some with thin clouds and direction turned SE , then E.
Raptor Observations: 8 GE today with most in afternoon. Late day were beautiful views with E winds that brought them over top of front, nice looks. GE- sub ad 11:55. Adult GE's 12:03, 1:29, 2:22, 3:08, 4:09, 4:31, 4:32. 1 TV not seen until 2p-3p hr. 10 RT in the 11p-12p hr , most of which were visible if seen from down over edge of front. they were low in valley close to ridge and flew straight through.
Predictions: 90 percent chance of rain with E, SE, winds. temps 30's-40's. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Nancy Ott (<ednancy.ott...>)
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.25 hours
Compiler: Matt Wlasniewski
Counters: Chris Arndt
Visitors: 63
Weather: SW to WSW wind, 0-5 mph clear skies
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: winter wren, 1; br creeper 1, crow-128, rave19, robin 2, bluebird 3, pu finch 7, goldfinch 66 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/24/25 7:37 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 24, 2025
Date: November 24, 2025
Time: 0700 to 0830 AM
Weather: Clear, calm wind, waves 1’,temp. 33 F.
Comments: One westbound flock ofabout 700 scaup and just a few Red-breasted Mergansers and little of anythingelse. Unseasonably quiet over thelake. Russ States joined me at thecount.
Waterbirds recorded:
Mallard 1
Scaup species 900Common Goldeneye 9Red-breasted Merganser 550Red-throated Loon 1Common Loon 1
Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 23, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.25 hours
Official Counter: Ed Sinkler
Observers: Joe Farkas, John Good, Linda Blacketter, Rick Morrissey
Visitors: Even with the cold temperatures and overcast skies, 68 people and six dogs stopped by the south lookout during the day. Many were families with small children that were excited about the view.
Additional Observers: Sara Purifoy, Brian McNulty, Hassan Alhamami and Ron Kline.
Linda and Sara were diligent observers that spotted the first raven of the day and the Red-Shouldered Hawk.
Rick began the count at 7:45 and began to leave at 12:00 to prepare to see Donna the Buffalo. Ron Kline made a late day appearance to see Rick on his last Sunday of the season. Ed completed the count from Noon until 16:00.
Weather: Cloud cover was near 100% during the count with the exception of short periods during the 11-12 hour and the final hour. Temperatures were 33-42 degrees. Winds moved from the SW to the W and then settled into WNW ranging from 1-2 mph to 5-7 mph and gusts to 15 in the late afternoon.
Raptor Observations: First bird of the day was a Red-shouldered Hawk at 10:15 and a late unidentified raptor, which entered the treeline before being identified.
Non-raptor Observations: There were eight Common Ravens counted throughout the day and a nice flyover of a Pileated Woodpecker.
Predictions: Sunny, with a high near 51. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Lehigh Gap Nature Center (<mail...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Date: 11/23/25 5:24 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (23 Nov 2025) 70 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 23, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 365 1620 OS 0 0 149 BE 10 286 729 NH 1 22 151 SS 2 93 2710 CH 2 38 239 AG 0 1 4 RS 8 59 116 BW 0 0 10265 RT 38 786 1247 RL 0 0 0 GE 7 146 190 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 1 11 36 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 1 8 61 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers: Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Jeff Thompson , Laura Minnich
Visitors: 30, three dogs (Forrest, Jenny, and Lieutenant Dan)
Weather: A few degrees above freezing in the first hours of daylight, with a light southern breeze persisting all morning, while gray-white overcast kept a dreary early sky. By noon, the clouds began to break with sun, and the wind direction dramatically shifted to west and northwest within a one-hour period. Northwest wind remained sturdy for the early afternoon hours, eventually tapering into a light north breeze in the hours before sunset, High
Raptor Observations: The morning sky was quiet as a light gray overcast blanketed overhead while a soft south breeze lingered. No raptors moving in the early hours, until a dark silhouette suddenly flashed low and very close on the southern side of the ridge. Flapping a few times and folding over on itself in athletic flight, the large dark bird almost resembled a Common Raven at a distance before it revealed white feathers at the base of its tail. The immature Golden Eagle appeared to lift off directly from the treeline along the southern side of the ridge in the late morning, spending some time kiting into the light southern headwind a bit before stooping back down into the forest in acrobatic fashion. The Golden wasn't migrating down the ridge, but rather seemed to be lifting off from the nearby forest and getting its bearings before tucking into a below eye-level glide, taking it directly over the road below the overlook until it disappeared southward.
The remainder of the morning would be uneventful, despite this close morning eagle pass to begin the count. However, as the noon hour struck, the winds pivoted in a near 180 degree momentum and swung to the northwest with force, and the raptors appeared to waste little time jumping on the opportunity for movement.
The first hour following noon saw six migratory raptor species moving southward in response to the abrupt shift to northwest winds. Sharp-shinned and Cooper's Hawks pushed down the ridge quickly, as a female-type Northern Harrier cut distant to the north in a quick flap-assisted pass. A pair of adult Red-Shouldered Hawks followed south on the leeward side of the ridge, distancing themselves from the blustery north winds a bit, while the second Golden Eagle of the day hopped on the winds as the subadult bird moved quickly down the north side.
The Red-tailed Hawk flight gained momentum in the early afternoon, with good movement each hour as the bulk of the day's flight passed - large buteos shooting down the north side of the ridge on similar flight lines, appearing up the ridge and continuing to ride the updrafts southward on steady glides.
Goldens continued to pass each hour as the northwest wind remained strong, and in the 3 PM hour a pair of young Goldens appeared at one point circling very high to the north of the ridge as a Red-tailed Hawk joined in the thermal lift of the ridge updrafts. The eagle duo offered an extended look at both birds for several minutes as they casually rotated while gaining more and more lift until both birds had bumped into the ceiling of the late afternoon sky. By this time of the year, the 3 PM hour offers some of the best sunlight for viewing raptors passing down the ridge, as the low angle illuminates each passing large bird with a wash of golden light and hawkwatchers below shared opportune timing as the Goldens made their extended southbound pass during this ephemeral time window.
As the glow of day diminished, the final Golden Eagle of the count appeared distant up the ridge. A juvenile bird on a steady glide along the north side, as the north winds had diminished to a light breeze. The large bird rode the winds low over the tree line with little effort. Despite many late evening Goldens moving quickly south, this Golden took its time to slowly float low over the treeline, pointing its head directly down towards the ground as if in search of something.
For the next minute, the large eagle lingered north of the ridge without passing, pausing at times to sit into the headwind and briefly kite as if it were an oversized Red-tailed Hawk. Until it finally tucked its large wings inward and began a descent directly towards the rockpile and overlook. Hawkwatchers below locked in on the bird as it extended both of its legs outward while dropping in descent, lower with each passing second. The final drops of sunlight illuminated the young Golden's head and bright white plumage as it dropped from the sky, before it fully extended its legs in the final seconds until landing in the upper pine directly up the ridge!
A collective gasp from hawkwatchers below shuffled the silence, as the Golden took a few seconds to find its footing deep in its new confier roost for the evening. The large pine tree appeared to swallow the large eagle in a sudden moment, as it tucked itself deep under the blanket of green needles. Only a few more moments passed before the bird launched itself back skyward, out of the pine tree and back down the north side of the ridge below the tree-level. Cutting low, the young Golden continued to drop along the north side until it continued steadily southward below eye-level and out of view.
This would be the final migratory raptor seen on the day; however, the final thirty minutes of the count was spent sharing in the collective awe of the shared moment that had just passed. The young Golden Eagle may have drifted just a bit farther down the ridge to find a more suitable roosting tree for the evening, absent of the chatter of excited hawkwatchers below, preparing to resume its long journey south tomorrow at the break of first light.
The count today appeared to be bookended by roosting young Golden Eagles on the ridge: The first bird lifting off just a few hundred meters from the overlook in the early morning hours, as the final bird of the day landed in nearby trees in the final moments of fading sunlight.
Who knows how many Goldens are roosting in darkness along the Kittitany Ridge on this cold evening, a brief respite in their long journeys. Leaving the remote northern forests of Quebec not long ago, each stretch of this southward fall migration - including this ridge - is foreign and unfamiliar to these young birds as they pass over vast human-made landscapes, navigating for their first time to unfamiliar wintering grounds deep in the remote Appalachian Mountains somewhere along the next distant southern horizon.
It's moments like this while hawkwatching that illicit a deep appreciation to be able to witness, even for a glimpse, these incredible annual migrations.
First bird GE 09:25 Last bird GE 15:58
Non-raptor Observations: Cedar Waxwing 16, Tufted Titmouse 3, Horned Lark 2, European Starling 9, American Goldfinch 2, Dark-eyed Junco 5, White-throated Sparrow 2, Common Grackle 13
Predictions: Overcast, High 53 F, Early west wind shifting light northwest ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Date: 11/23/25 4:09 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (23 Nov 2025) 30 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 23, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Chip Templin, Sue Dibble
Observers: Andy Francis, Anil Kayohcu, Brian Weaver, Joe Meloney, Kurt & Sally Kraus, Mary Brenner, Rosemary Spreha, Sue Dibble
Visitors: 2 hunters and 6 for the view.
Weather: 100% cloud cover until after noon. Light SW winds shifted to WNW. 32-45 degrees F.
Raptor Observations: No migrating birds observed until the clouds cleared a bit after 1pm.
Golden eagles - 2 immatures Bald eagles - 2 adults, 1 immature and 1 distant unaged counted.
Local RTs and 3 adult BE not counted.
Non-raptor Observations: The normal birds at the seed. Pileated, Red-bellied and downy woodpeckers, goldfinches, fox sparrow and 3 purple finches. Great blue heron was observed flying north.
Predictions: Partly cloudy with light WNW winds. High 54 F ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Erika Bowman
Observers: Adam Katrancha, Barb Carrier, Bill Cline, Bob Stewart, Ed Gowarty,Sr, Greg Gdula, Sandy Cline
Visitors: Sandy & Bill Cline, Bob Stewart, Greg Gdula, Adam Katrancha, Ezra & Charlie White, Chuck Kauric, Joe & Barbara Carrier, Marlene & Monty Murty, Terry Suder, Adam Maddy, Nancy Ott, Jack Gilbert, Ed Gowarty, Sr
Weather: Breezy WSW to WNW winds throughout the day. Sunny, to cloudy then back to sunny. Hazy for much of the day.
Raptor Observations: Several Red-tailed hawks and a Kestrel that didn't migrate.
Bald Eagle: Sub 9:45 Adult 10:56 Golden Eagle: Adult 9:53 10:21 10:56 12:25 1:26 3:19 Sub 10:21 2:16 Unk - 1:28
Non-raptor Observations: C Waxwing, A Crow, C Raven, Downy WP, Hairy WP, T Titmouse, BC Chickadee, BC Chickadee, WB Nuthatch, A Robin, A Goldfinch, DE Junco
Predictions: Generally sunny despite a few afternoon clouds. High 51F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Erika Bowman (<dizzechick...>)
Observation start time: 11:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Brian M. Wargo
Observers: Bob Stewart
Visitors: Terry Suder, Terri and George Berkheimer, Reseph Keiderling, Kennis Trapnell, Kerry Martin
Weather: Drizzle and fog until about 10:45 AM. The fog lifted and the rest of the day was partly cloudy with moderate northwest winds. Temperatures eventually reaching 46 degrees. Excellent visibility most of the day.
Raptor Observations: 21 Golden Eagles throughout the day. All but one needed the spotting scope to identify due to their being so far out in the valley. Many more goldens probably passed through, but were not counted or identified because of the time it took to id each bird. At one point, 5 Golden Eagle adults were kettling.
Bald Eagles: 12:50 Adult, 1:40 Adult, 2:16 Sub III
Non-raptor Observations: American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Cedar Waxwings, Common Raven, Downy Woodpecker, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Tufted Titmouse, White-Breasted Nuthatch
Predictions: A few passing clouds, otherwise generally sunny. High near 50F. Winds W at 15 to 25 mph. Higher wind gusts possible. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Brian M. Wargo (<brianwargo...>)
Observation start time: 10:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: brandon brogle
Observers: Kennedy Sullivan
Visitors: None
Weather: Misty drizzle in AM, partly cloudy with a light N wind
Raptor Observations: The flight was delayed until today's weak cold front broke through after which we had an excellent low and close first two hours.
Non-raptor Observations: Canada Goose, American Black Duck, American Herring Gull, Common Loon (2), Double-crested Cormorant, Great Blue Heron, Pine Siskin, American Goldfinch, Dark-eyed Junco, White-throated Sparrow, Swamp Sparrow ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Date: 11/22/25 2:49 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (22 Nov 2025) 191 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 22, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 5 365 1620 OS 0 0 149 BE 26 276 719 NH 2 21 150 SS 2 91 2708 CH 1 36 237 AG 0 1 4 RS 8 51 108 BW 0 0 10265 RT 124 748 1209 RL 0 0 0 GE 22 139 183 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 1 10 35 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 7 60 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 6.75 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Ian Hess, Pete Biasucci , Ron Freed, Tim Reed
Visitors: Tim & Betsy, John & Georgia, Jim & Melanie, 26
Weather: Early drizzle, mist and fog, which started clearing around 10:00 AM, then the flight began immediately with a good push of both eagles. Overcast skies gradually turned to partly cloudy, with winds from the NNW and N.
Raptor Observations: First bird BE 10:10 Last bird RT 4:40
Non-raptor Observations: Fox Sparrow Thanks to Betsy for the Amazing Chocolate Pecan Maple Coffee Truffle Bombs ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>)
Observation start time: 08:15:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8.25 hours
Compiler: Scott Morrison
Counters: Chris Pugliese
Visitors: 141
Weather: Overcast with rain showers in the morning, WNW/NW winds 1-7 mph
Raptor Observations: Nice eagle count with 11 bald and 6 golden eagles.
Non-raptor Observations: Canada goose (341), common loon, double-crested cormorant, carolina wren, dark-eyed junco, red-winged blackbird, purple finch, house finch, American goldfinch (241)
Predictions: A slight chance of showers between 10am and 3pm. Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 49. Light south wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 22, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 12:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter:
Observers: Scott Keys
Visitors: 1 hiker stayed for a few minutes
Weather: Rainy in the morning, then giving way to mostly cloudy skies and modest NW winds. Temps in the mid 40's
Raptor Observations: BAEG (2) 1253 (adult), 1415 (sub-adult) Steady push of Red-tailed Hawks using the NW to soar high. 2 Bald Eagles noted, no accipiters or falcons noted during migration, though 1 SSHA was along the road coming in.
Non-raptor Observations: 2 dozen juncos greeted me at noon, but not many songbirds were seen or heard. Common Ravens made several appearances, peaking with a group of 9.
Predictions: No rain expected with temps in the mid 40's and winds shifting to SW. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Lehigh Gap Nature Center (<mail...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 10:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 4.5 hours
Official Counter: Sandy Cline
Observers: Nancy Ott
Visitors: Rich Sturtz
Weather: fog lifted about 10:45; mostly cloudy, light winds from the west
Raptor Observations: BE 10:55 juv.; 1:32 juv GE 2:40 Ad
Non-raptor Observations: small tree across lane driving in; crows, ravens, nuthatch, chickadee, titmouse, blue jay, red-bellied wp, pileited wp, mourning dove
Predictions: partly cloudy, light WNW winds, highs in the 40's ======================================================================== Report submitted by Sandy Cline (<horseldy...>)
Observation start time: 13:45:00 Observation end time: 14:45:00 Total observation time: 1 hours
Official Counter: Doug Wentzel
Observers:
Visitors: none
Weather: Calm winds and fog
Raptor Observations: none
Non-raptor Observations: Common Ravens calling, but not visible. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jen Anderson (<jab56...>)
Date: 11/21/25 1:29 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (21 Nov 2025) Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 21, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Weather: Heavy fog with 39 -45 degree temperatures. Calm winds.
Raptor Observations: None
Non-raptor Observations: Fox Sparrows, Cedar Waxwings and American Goldfinches
Predictions: Possible am rain could continue to delay raptor migration ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/21/25 12:49 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (21 Nov 2025) Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 21, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 360 1615 OS 0 0 149 BE 0 250 693 NH 0 19 148 SS 0 89 2706 CH 0 35 236 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 43 100 BW 0 0 10265 RT 0 624 1085 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 117 161 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 9 34 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 7 60 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 12:00:00 Observation end time: 14:45:00 Total observation time: 2.75 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove
Observers: Gene Wagner
Weather: Heavy fog thinned a bit after 2 PM, but there wasn’t enough wind to interest any migrants
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Raven and Robins ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>)
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters:
Visitors: 94
Weather: Dense fog with 0.5 km visibility at best; light and variable winds
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: 35 American goldfinches
Predictions: A chance of rain, mainly before 7am. Cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 52. North wind 5 to 10 mph; should get some movement once it clears. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/21/25 6:55 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 21, 2025
Date: November 21, 2025
Time: 0715 to 0845 AM
Weather: Cloudy, WSW wind to 10mph, waves 1’ to 2’, temp. 45 F.
Comments: Just a few scaup andRed-breasted Merganser moving around. Scaup were in closer today so I could see the flocks were dominated byGreater Scaup.
Waterbirds recorded:
American BlackDuck 1
GreaterScaup 300 (estimate)Lesser Scaup 100 (estimate)Scaup species 200 (estimate)White-winged Scoter 5Long-tailed Duck 1Common Merganser 1Red-breasted Merganser 318Horned Grebe 3Common Loon 5
Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 11/20/25 6:10 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (20 Nov 2025) 4 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 20, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 360 1615 OS 0 0 149 BE 1 250 693 NH 0 19 148 SS 0 89 2706 CH 0 35 236 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 43 100 BW 0 0 10265 RT 1 624 1085 RL 0 0 0 GE 2 117 161 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 9 34 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 7 60 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers:
Weather: Low cloud ceiling in both valleys to the north and south all morning, with fog creeping up onto the ridge by noon, Light east wind, Below freezing at start of count and high of 3 C by afternoon
Raptor Observations: Very little raptor movement down the ridge, with all birds passing down the south side very close and at eye-level. The highlight being two adult Golden Eagles passing close at eye-level on the south side through the dreary, foggy late morning and early afternoon hours - both eagles passed quickly while flapping heavily and working hard to cover ground south
Non-raptor Observations: Hairy Woodpecker 1, Pileated Woodpecker 1, Common Raven 1, Tufted Titmouse 4, Horned Lark 5, EVENING GROSBEAK 1, Purple Finch 3, American Goldfinch 173, Pine Siskin 1, Fox Sparrow (Red) 1, Dark-eyed Junco 15, White-throated Sparrow 4
Predictions: High 54 F, Variable west winds, Overcast ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Date: 11/20/25 4:00 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (20 Nov 2025) 41 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 20, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Sue Dibble
Observers: Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: 1 hunter, 2 FITG employees and 3 for view.
Weather: Thick fog covered the south side of the mountain until around 11am, then hazy and cloudy the rest of the day. Calm winds became a light ESE breeze as the morning progressed. 29-42 degrees F.
Raptor Observations: Golden Eagles, 2 adult and 1 immature Bald Eagles, 1 immature, 1 unaged (distant in the fog) First bird of the day at 8:45am was a merlin that briefly perched in a dead snag then chased a flock of goldfinches before continuing down the ridge. A second merlin landed in a tree for a few minutes in the afternoon.
Most of the raptors were flapping all the way through the hawk watch today.
Non-raptor Observations: Ravens, fox sparrows, purple finches and pine siskins
Predictions: Cloudy with temps in the 50's, light SW winds ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/19/25 5:33 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (19 Nov 2025) 7 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 19, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 360 1615 OS 0 0 149 BE 0 249 692 NH 0 19 148 SS 1 89 2706 CH 0 35 236 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 43 100 BW 0 0 10265 RT 5 623 1084 RL 0 0 0 GE 1 115 159 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 9 34 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 7 60 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 12:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 3 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino, Paul Kosten
Observers: Paul Kosten
Visitors: Karen Williams and Georgia the dog, 2
Weather: Early morning rain before sunrise lingered and left heavy fog, low cloud ceiling over the ridge during the morning hours, Fog lifted around noon with low overcast for remainder of the afternoon, High in low 40s F
Raptor Observations: Once the fog lifted, the visibility improved after noon. A few Red-tailed Hawks passed along the north side of the ridge flapping steadily, as well as a few Sharp-shinned Hawks.
The highlight on a slower day included an adult Golden Eagle popping up close along the north side of the ridge around 2:30 PM, and passing low while heading out over the valley towards the next ridge to the northwest while continuing south
Non-raptor Observations: Cedar Waxwing 65, Carolina Chickadee 2, Eastern Bluebird 1, American Robin 28, American Pipit 2, American Goldfinch 17, Pine Siskin 1, Dark-eyed Junco 3, White-throated Sparrow 1
Predictions: East winds, chance of precipitation late, Likely a poor raptor migration day of movement ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Date: 11/19/25 2:43 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (19 Nov 2025) Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 19, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Ed Chubb
Observers: Rick Schoenberger
Visitors: John Long with Rick Schoenberger
Weather: Overcast all day with temps in the high 30's to low 40's. Ridges to the north and south visible thru out the day.
Raptor Observations: Zero!
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Couldn't be any worse unless it rains. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Predictions: Mostly sunny, with a high near 50. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph; should see some light movement. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/19/25 1:46 pm From: Joe Gyekis <gyekis9...> Subject: PSO Webinar Series
Hi Everyone,
We're going to have some zoom meetings, open to everyone interested, approximately monthly, usually on Thursday evenings at 7 pm, starting in December.
Our first speaker is Dr. Sarah Sargent, who will present "Erie Bird Observatory: keeping tabs on birds in northwestern Pennsylvania" on December 11th at 7 pm.
I am personally excited to hear her talk about all of the waterfowl and migratory bird monitoring that they have been doing at what I consider to be the most spectacular area for shoreline migration and waterbird watching in our state.
Dr. Sarah Sargent has spent over 35 years working on avian ecology and conservation. In 2018 she co-founded Erie Bird Observatory and served as its Executive Director until 2025. Prior to that she spent over 10 years with Audubon Pennsylvania (the state office of National Audubon Society) developing and implementing bird conservation programs in northwestern Pennsylvania. She previously conducted research on frugivory and seed dispersal by birds in South Carolina and Costa Rica. Her educational background includes a BA in Biology from Swarthmore College, and MS and PhD degrees in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Cornell University. As an undergraduate, she spent a semester as an intern at Manomet Bird Observatory, a formative experience leading her to a lifetime of studying birds. She currently serves on the Executive Committee of the Association of Field Ornithologists and the Ornithological Technical Committee of the PA Biological Survey.
All of the meetings are free and the registration is quick through the links provided below.
Date/Time: Thurs Mar 12, 7 pm zoom Speakers: Carl Martin Title: "Why habitat/land cover diversity is critical for birds... how Wildlands Conservancy builds avian habitat into the Stewardship of its Preserves." https://psu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_46hCTLajSw-ufa0FhaIY5A
Contributors: Elizabeth Ames, Jeremy Brown, Ron Burkert, Michele Carlson, Eric Hall, Roger Higbee, Ashley Keleher, Malcolm Kurtz, Emily Malovich, Dan McGuire, Jerry McWilliams, Daryl Nolt, Sigurdur Petursson, Jerry Stanley, Randy Stringer, Robert Walczak, Jeanne Whitesell.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 4 November 2025 through Tuesday, 11 November 2025
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NOTE: TUNDRA SWAN, TEAL SP., BUFFLEHEAD, NORTHERN PINTAIL, COMMON GOLDENEYE, PECTORAL SANDPIPER, BLACK VULTURE, COMMON LOON, PINE SISKIN, FOX SPARROW continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
On 11/5-11/11 in Oakmont, 1 RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD continued (RB).
At Duck Hollow on 11/7 and 11/9-11/10, 1 BLACK SCOTER (EH et. al.).
On 11/8 in Upper St. Clair, 1 possible ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER (SP).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
In an unspecified location on 11/8, 1 CAVE SWALLOW (DN).
On 11/8 at Pymatuning Hartstown Project, 2 LESSER YELLOWLEGS (EM).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle this week, sightings included SURF SCOTERS, WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS, BLACK SCOTER, LONG-TAILED DUCKS, MERLIN, PEREGRINE FALCON, SNOW BUNTINGS, 700 DUNLIN (11/6), BONAPARTE'S GULLS (JM), YELLOW-BILLED CUCKOO (JB), 1 EARED GREBE (11/10-11/11) (AK. JM, et. al.).
FAYETTE COUNTY:
On 11/6 and 11/10 at Deer Lake, 1 DUNLIN (DM et. al.); on 11/10, 1 LONG-BILLED DOWITCHER (DM).
INDIANA COUNTY:
On 11/4-11/5 at Yellow Creek State Park, 2 WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPERS (RH, MK).
LAWRENCE COUNTY:
At the Volant Strips on 11/9, 1 NORTHERN SHRIKE; on 11/10, 1 ROUGH-LEGGED HAWK (RS).
On 11/10 along Plain Grove Road, 3 SANDHILL CRANES (RW).
SOMERSET COUNTY:
In Rockwood on 11/7, 2 RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (JW).
VENANGO COUNTY:
At Kahle Lake on 11/10, 3 RUSTY BLACKBIRDS (JS).
WARREN COUNTY:
On 11/9 at Hearts Content Recreation Area, 2 EVENING GROSBEAKS (EA).
WESTMORELAND COUNTY:
At Saint Vincent College on 11/7, 1 LINCOLN'S SPARROW (MC).
Contributors: Marc Behr, Ron Burkert, Liz Carlson, Richard Chirichiello, Linda Greble, Deborah Kalbfleisch, Tom & Janet Kuehl, Jerry McWilliams, Jackson Medeiros, Daryl Nolt, Jeff Payne, Tessa Rhinehart, Dan Richards, Henry Rummel, Quintan Smith, Shawn Sowers, Jeanne Whitesell.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 28 October 2025 through Tuesday, 4 November 2025
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NOTE: NORTHERN PINTAIL, TEAL SP., CANVASBACK, BUFFLEHEAD, PECTORAL SANDPIPER, NASHVILLE WARBLER, PINE SISKIN continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
At Frick Park on 11/1, 1 ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER (TR, QS).
On 11/2 at Wingfield Pines, 1 MARSH WREN (via Ebird).
In Oakmont 11/2-11/4, 1 RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD (RB).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
On 11/1 at Pymatuning, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (SS).
Near Cambridge Springs on 11/3, 1 NORTHERN SHRIKE (DN).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle this week, sightings included REDHEAD, SURF SCOTER, WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS, BLACK SCOTERS, LONG-TAILED DUCKS, MERLIN, DUNLINS, COMMON GOLDENEYES, RED-THROATED LOONS, PEREGRINE FALCON, SNOW BUNTINGS (11/2-11/4) (JMc), 2 LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS (JMe), 1 LONG-BILLED DOWITCHER (11/2) (MB et. al.).
INDIANA COUNTY:
At Yellow Creek State Park on 10/31-11/1 and 11/4, WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPER (HR, TK, DK).
SOMERSET COUNTY:
At Lake Somerset on 10/28-10/29, 4 LESSER YELLOWLEGS (LG, JP); on 10/30, 3 LESSER YELLOWLEGS (JP).
On 11/1 in Rockwood, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (JW).
Near White Horse Road on 11/1, 1 CLAY-COLORED SPARROW (JP).
On 11/4 at Quemahoning Reservoir, 2 TRUMPETER SWANS (via Ebird).
VENANGO COUNTY:
Near Clintonville on 11/1, 3 flyover SANDHILL CRANES (DR).
WESTMORELAND COUNTY:
Along Route 130 near Bear Rocks Road on 11/4, 1 LINCOLN'S SPARROW (RC).
Observation start time: 09:30:00 Observation end time: 12:30:00 Total observation time: 3 hours
Official Counter: Rosemary McGlynn
Observers:
Visitors: none
Weather: light WNW winds;fog with no visibility beyond the Watch site;on arrival branches & ground vegetation were covered in ice which melted by 11:00. 30-36F
Predictions: Light to mod. S or SE winds possibly switching to SW in the PM;cloudy;35-45F ======================================================================== Report submitted by Rosemary McGlynn (<denali...>)
Date: 11/19/25 11:14 am From: Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> Subject: Re: test
I'm glad it's not just me that for at least two years now, my Outlook email puts a few of the PABIRDS items into Spam, including my own messages that *I'VE* sent from my own inbox. It's ridiculous. I have to click "messages from ____ are not spam" every single time I move them out of spam.
Amy Taracido
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From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...>
Sent: Saturday, November 8, 2025 12:34 PM
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I'm not having this type of issue, but people that I know both on and off the listserv tend to go to spam this past year or so, but not people I don't email with. Internets. Blame AI...
Ryan Tomazin
now of Burnsville, MN
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From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Ron Burkert <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...>
Sent: Saturday, November 8, 2025 12:06 PM
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The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so.
Ron Burkert
Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA
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Date: 11/19/25 7:09 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 19, 2025
Date: November 19, 2025
Time: 0655 to 0825 AM
Weather: Variably cloudy, wind Sto 5 mph, waves 1’, temp. 36 F.
Comments: Very little movement. Maybe the first time I have seen moreWhite-winged Scoters than Red-breasted Mergansers!
Waterbirds recorded:
Mallard 2
Scaup species 325 (about300 were in two rafts sitting on the water far offshore)Surf Scoter 2White-winged Scoter 60Long-tailed Duck 2Common Goldeneye 3Common Merganser 13Red-breasted Merganser 22Horned Grebe 3Red-throated Loon 4Loon species 2
Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 11/19/25 6:34 am From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Subject: Fw: CH-81007 Re: [PABIRDS] test
I thought I sent this to the listserv but maybe I didn't.
The computer specialist at Audubon gives advise below.
This may be very important for those with Comcast as it has been an offender in the past.
Deb
Deborah S. Grove
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Subject: CH-81007 Re: [PABIRDS] test
Date: 11/19/25 6:34 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (18 Nov 2025) 37 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 18, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 360 1615 OS 0 0 149 BE 3 249 692 NH 0 19 148 SS 5 88 2705 CH 0 35 236 AG 0 1 4 RS 2 43 100 BW 0 0 10265 RT 26 618 1079 RL 0 0 0 GE 1 114 158 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 0 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 9 34 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 0 7 60 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Paul Kosten, Pete Biasucci , Ron Freed
Visitors: Karen Williams
Weather: Light west/southwest wind during the morning was almost non-existent at times, Sun with cloudy sky to begin the morning shifted to overcast as a system of precipitation moved in slowly from the west, Light precipitation during the final minutes of the count
Raptor Observations: Raptor movement was slow overall, despite a brief burst during the late morning before the noon hour. By 10, individual Red-tailed Hawks began to appear up the ridge while passing on long flap-assisted glides down the south side or directly overhead. Some birds passed in small groups of two or three, with 20 Red-tails passing just the one-hour leading up to noon.
In the final minutes before noon, an adult Golden Eagles appeared on a long glide up the ridge and continued to pass slowly on a low sweep over the trees while crossing over to the south side of the ridge before disappearing southward
The afternoon hours saw almost no raptor movement until precipitation arrived and ended the count, aside from a few incredibly distant speck Sharp-shinned Hawks that were pushing steadily high over the valley below
First bird 8:25 Last bird SS 13:21
Non-raptor Observations: Tufted Titmouse 3, White-breasted Nuthatch 2, Eastern Bluebird 4, American Robin 6, Purple Finch 14, American Goldfinch 13, Dark-eyed Junco 2, Song Sparrow 1
Predictions: Rain and possible flurries overnight, Cloudy skies early will become partly cloudy later in the day. High 47F. North winds light and variable ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Date: 11/19/25 6:34 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (18 Nov 2025) 5 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 18, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 14:45:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Rosemary Spreha
Observers: Joe Meloney, Sue Dibble
Visitors: Cathy and Brian Schnerr, Wilbur Oberholtzer and Lisa
Weather: Clear sky in the morning becoming overcast in the afternoon. Temperature 30-40 degrees, wind mostly from the NE 8-12 mph. Snow flurries ended the count at 2:45.
Raptor Observations: Raven, local adult bald eagle not counted.
Non-raptor Observations: Purple finch, fox sparrow and brown creeper were highlights at feeders.
Predictions: Overcast, high 47 degrees. Chance of a morning shower. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8.33 hours
Compiler: Rebecca McCabe
Counters: Mara Anderson-Skelly
Visitors: 51
Weather: Overcast to mostly/partly cloudy. Light snow flurries between 1400-1500. W and WNW light winds
Raptor Observations: Nice looks at red-tails, red-shoulders and golden eagles.
Non-raptor Observations: Arrived at the lookout to two ravens curious about the owl pole, flying low and close to it. Over 100 American goldfinches passing in small flocks throughout the day. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 09:15:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 3.75 hours
Official Counter: Jim Rocco
Observers:
Visitors: None
Weather: Light and variable winds.Temperature went from -2 (C) to 1.2 (C). cloud cover was 100%, visibility was clear up to 40 km.
Raptor Observations: No raptors observed.
Non-raptor Observations: Crows, blue jays, wb nuthatches, bc chicadees, t titmouse, downy woodpecker, juncos
Predictions: Temperatures in the 40's withrain in the afternoon. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jim Rocco (<jd.jh.rocco...>)
Date: 11/18/25 4:34 am From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Subject: Email problem
I am working with Audubon computer help to try and figure this out.
Please let me know if you are having a problem and indicate what the problem is.
Are you banned from submitting?
Can you tell if every email is affected?
Going to spam is no doubt a function of your email application. I have this happen occasionally with some emails and it appears to be a matter of training the mail app;
Over the years it seems to happen more to Comcast and it may require you to talk to Comcast about the problem.From what I have been told the Audubon server does not block this server.
Date: 11/17/25 10:50 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (17 Nov 2025) 201 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 17, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 5 360 1615 OS 0 0 149 BE 35 246 689 NH 0 19 148 SS 4 83 2700 CH 3 35 236 AG 0 1 4 RS 5 41 98 BW 0 0 10265 RT 118 592 1053 RL 0 0 0 GE 29 113 157 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 9 60 PG 1 7 61 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 9 34 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 3 3 UR 1 7 60 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.75 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Ian Hess, Jeff Thompson , Laura Minnich, Paul Kosten, Ron Freed
Visitors: 9, one dog
Weather: High 47 F, NW winds throughout entire count period, Up to 18-20 mph (gusts up to 38 mph), Mostly blue sky and sunny with some cloud cover
Raptor Observations: A second consecutive day of blustery northwest wind brought another fantastic mid-November flight down the ridge. While yesterday's Golden Eagle and Red-tailed Hawk flights were great, today's flights managed to top them and bring the first triple-digit Red-tail day total this season, while another 29 Goldens passed along the ridge and valleys
Goldens were on the move early, with eight moving in the first two hours following sunrise. This momentum lasted throughout the entire morning, as 16 Golden Eagles were logged migrating south by the time the noon hour arrived. The eagles continued to appear, passing along the north side of the ridge at varying distances and heights. A highlight included a run of three Goldens appearing up the ridge, one after the other, all within a few minutes. As the birds passed on long glides along the north side of the ridge, the three Goldens stretched out in a long spaced out line while following one another.
Several other Golden Eagles provided great extended looks as they rode the updraft winds off the ridge high into the atmosphere, while many Red-tailed Hawks seemed to follow similar flight lines. The Red-tail flight persisted throughout the entire count period, with steady movement south during each hour. The 100th Red-tailed Hawk on the day appeared circling in a high kettle with two Golden Eagles directly above the ridge, while hawkwatchers below looked skyward and enjoyed the view for several minutes.
Several more Red-tails would continue to pass throughout the count period, providing a great day count total. The few Red-shouldered Hawks on the day all cut fast and low along the leeward side of the ridge, sheltered away from the harsh northwest winds while cutting south.
One of the moments of excitement on the day included an adult Peregrine Falcon appearing quickly out of the treeline up the ridge, darting quickly barely above the tree line as it shot south over the rocks and out of view.
As sunset slowly approached during the final hours of the count, the Goldens continued to pass along the north side of the ridge while chasing fleeting daylight. The final birds counted for the day included two Golden Eagles spotted ten minutes before sunset, circling together high over the valley to the north of the ridge. The two large eagles swung in large circles while gaining lift, until each tucked into a glide taking them southward.
First bird BE 7:15 Last bird GE 16:40
Non-raptor Observations: Canada Goose 36, Tundra Swan 29, Common Loon 44, Pileated Woodpecker 2, American Robin 110, Purple Finch 2, American Goldfinch 5, Pine Siskin 24, Red-winged Blackbird 5
Predictions: West winds shifting SW, High in low 40s F ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Date: 11/17/25 5:40 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (17 Nov 2025) 30 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 17, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Gary LaBelle
Observers:
Visitors: 4 for view
Weather: Gusty NW wind all day. Temp 31 to 41 deg F. A few snow flakes 12:00 to 1:00. Cloud cover varied.
Raptor Observations: GE adult 08:50, 10:13 GE subadult/unaged 9:11, 11:54, 12:37, 2:54 GE juv 11:13
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: A slight chance of showers after 1pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 47. West wind 5 to 7 mph (NWS forecast) ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.25 hours
Official Counter: Ed Barrell, Hannah Mahar
Observers: Ed Barrell, Jeff Hook, Karen Hardy, Scott Fisher
Visitors: There were no visitors at the lookout today.
Weather: Mostly cloudy with Northwest winds and brief snow flurries. Temperatures 1-3 C.
Raptor Observations: Adult Golden Eagle: 0758, 1341 Immature Golden Eagle: 0945, 1144, 1205, 1357 Adult Bald Eagle: 1140 Immature Bald Eagle: 0858, 0916, 0916, 1124
Local Turkey Vultures: 1 Local Black Vultures: 2
Non-raptor Observations: Common Loon (7) Canada Goose (144) Double-crested Cormorant (13) Common Raven (18)
American Crow. White-throated Sparrow. Dark-eyed Junco. Song Sparrow. American Goldfinch. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.25 hours
Compiler: Matt Wlasniewski
Counters: Chris Arndt, Kylie Magnus
Visitors: 24
Weather: Clear becoming overcast as front pushed in with WNW winds 15-20 throughout the day.
Raptor Observations: Excellent low red-tailed hawk flight, finished count with two fighting bald eagles that passed below eye level.
Non-raptor Observations: Canada goose, Herring gull, common loon, common raven, American goldfinch
Predictions: Mostly cloudy with west winds 5-10mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Trudy Kyler
Observers: David Kyler
Weather:
Raptor Observations: BE AD 12 IM 1, GE AD 8:11,10:58,11:59,(2)2:53,3:02,(2)3:52-IM 10:32
Observed not counted- BE AD 1, RT 2
Non-raptor Observations: Common Loon 4, DC Cormorant 27 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Trudy Kyler (<trudy.kyler...>)
Observation start time: 10:30:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter: Nancy Ott
Observers: Greg Gdula, Jim Rocco
Visitors: 4 brief visitors.
Weather: West to WSW winds gusts up to 38 mph. Partly cloudy.
Raptor Observations: 5 raptors with one RT headed north and 1 turkey vulture as I pulled away from front at the end of day that was headed south. 11:24 GE far out over turnpike in view of sunny areas golden color visible without any definite markings,
Non-raptor Observations: Crows diving at RS and RT in valley. Red bellied wp. Occasional raven.
Predictions: partly to all clouds as day goes on with west winds turning SE and chance of rain 4-5pm. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Nancy Ott (<ednancy.ott...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Pedro Miranda
Observers: Kyle Hamrick
Weather: Strong WNW (15-22mph) winds that would shift NW around noon. Temps ranging from 36°F to 41°F. Initially, partly cloudy, but after a 20-minute snow squall at 1 pm, mostly blue skies in the afternoon.
Non-raptor Observations: COLO(2) 8:45 Gull sp. (3) ======================================================================== Report submitted by Pedro Miranda (<therespedro75...>)
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 16, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:15:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Rick Morrissey
Observers: Bob Astelford, Dan Altif, Guitar Dave , Wendy Bailey
Visitors: We had eight visitors today including our four observers. Once again Wendy Bailey was on fire spotting just about all of the first 10 eagles, an amazing spotter even in brutal near gale force winds. Great to see Dan Altif, who is on a quest to see double digit 'Goldens'. Dan got a look a couple today, yet he is going to read in this report and see that he missed the last 5 or 6 today, sometimes it just works out like that, "dang." Wow, Guitar Dave, 'what's up,' and I have no doubt Dave brought the late day Golden Eagles, great to talk to you about environmental sustainability and what 'history' the future holds. Dave is 'deep,' but we still talked about guitars and the history of rock and roll knowing that Wendy had the skies covered. Thanks Wendy, I have not seen Guitar Dave for a few years.
All days for me should end with closing statements from long time BOK volunteer Bob Astelford, which today was a parking lot consultation. It was literally too 'windy' to talk today on the Knob. Bob beat me down the trail and then waited for me to 'lumber down' at my own pace. Lots to chat about, and I am glad that Bob reminded me that my exercise routine to stay in shape might need to be re-evaluated. The man speaks truth, he's been to the mountain top and back, he's deep like Guitar Dave, and so the sun sets on another great BOK raptor count.
Weather: The partly cloudy troposphere today was filled with weather with near gale force wind gusts at 32 plus mph, along with sheets of snow virga flowing down north ridges like white curtains in a 5K race. You could sense the wind approaching by the rumbling of west northwest winds down ridge with sounds mimicking a fast approaching freight train. The temperature at the start of the count was 42F, the high temperature was an hour later at 43F, and the low temperature of the day was 40F at the end of the count at 1615 EST. Winds were WNW all day, 12-18 mph in the morning with gusts up to 24 mph, then by mid-day until the end of the day, average wind speeds were 19-24 mph and wind gusts up to 32 mph. Case in point, Guitar Dave's wool hat was blown off his head and nearly lost to the bowl below.
Raptor Observations: First raptor and bird of the day was a male Northern Harrier at 0821 EST, I did not even have my binoculars out. Early on I observed a number of Sharpies rising high over the 'hump,' facing strong opposition with little advance, then dropping quickly down to get 'out of the wind', trying this strategy 2 or 3 times, and then disappearing into the forest canopy basically calling it quits. In the afternoon, migration picked up with some steady streams of Redtail Hawks and Bald Eagles. At one point, four eagles flying high over the Pine Tree, two adult 'Balds,' one juvenile BE, one juvenile Golden Eagle. Five late day Golden Eagles, double 'quigged', then Guitar Dave coined the phrase 'super quigged', "Super Quigged?' When will this end?
Late in the day the eagle sightings were 'Golden' with the best sighting of the day, two Golden Eagles flying close in the same flight path with an adult Peregrine Falcon harassing the lead Golden Eagle. The young GE was quite un-phased. I thought there would be more, yet we had an excellent look at an adult Red-shouldered Hawk. Could have missed some, could have miss-identified some, or the strong winds kept the Red-shoulders on a different flight path.
Non-raptor Observations: The larger birds ruled today, we just had three Ravens and we also observed six Snow Geese flying southwest across the bowl.
Predictions: Mostly sunny with highs in the mid-40s with west northwest winds 15 to 20 mph, gusts up to 40 mph. 'Hold on to your hats! ======================================================================== Report submitted by Lehigh Gap Nature Center (<mail...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Date: 11/16/25 4:33 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (16 Nov 2025) 35 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 16, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:45:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Kurt/Sally Kraus, Thom Kurtz
Observers: Kurt & Sally Kraus, Nancy Clupper
Visitors: 14 vista viewers
2 bow deer hunters no deer
Josh Jones an experienced hawk watcher from 1 to 3:30
Weather: STRONG WINDS OUT OF THE NW AND WNW withe apparent gust rom 35 to 50 mph, temp range from 50 to 44 degrees F, cloud cover from 95% to 35%, ended with a small snow squall
Raptor Observations: 4 adult GE, 1 imm GE, 2 adult BE, 1 imm BE, 1 white bellied sub adult BE,
4 Broad wing haws travelling together
Non-raptor Observations: fox sparrow heard, 30 cormorants in a group, mourning doves, chickadees, 5 ravens, and a pileated Wp
Predictions: slightly cooler with winds out of the WNW not as strong and partly cloudy ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/16/25 3:38 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (16 Nov 2025) 152 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 16, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 30 355 1610 OS 0 0 149 BE 11 211 654 NH 0 19 148 SS 2 79 2696 CH 4 32 233 AG 0 1 4 RS 2 36 93 BW 0 0 10265 RT 74 474 935 RL 0 0 0 GE 26 84 128 AK 0 0 165 ML 1 9 60 PG 0 6 60 UA 0 1 41 UB 1 9 34 UF 0 0 6 UE 1 3 3 UR 0 6 59 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:45:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers: Brad Lanning , Dave Grove, Dave Stimeling , Debbie Spinelli, Gene Wagner, Jeff Thompson , Laura Minnich, Meredith Lombard, Pete Biasucci , Tim Johnson
Visitors: Tom Humphrey and the Fredrick Bird Club (Maryland) (7), 15, One dog
Weather: Following the passage of last night's front, winds shifted dramatically to the northwest and began to pummel the ridges for the next eight hours following sunrise, Northwest winds were steady throughout the first morning hours following sunrise and were consistent well into the noon hour while gaining intensity and ranging between 25-31 mph (with gusts exceeding 47 mph)
Around 1:40 PM, the ridge was enveloped by a burst of graupel, Temps began to drop in the afternoon into the 40s F as a large wall of snow appeared stretching across much of the valley to the north while passing steadily east, Late afternoon saw light snowflakes on the ridge at times
Lots of sun all day with a mix of light cloud cover
Raptor Observations: As the sun set on the ridge yesterday, optimism lingered in the air. While the sun rose this morning, sturdy northwest winds delivered with the best Golden Eagle and Red-tailed Hawk flights of the season so far.
The northwest winds were churning in the first hours of daylight, and raptors jumped on the opportunity to get moving. The first few Goldens appeared along the north side of the ridge, passing somewhat close and moving quickly. The third Golden of the morning appeared briefly up the ridge alongside a Red-tailed Hawk before dropping into a stoop on the large buteo, chasing it off it, and continuing to pass south. The flight lines for Golden Eagles all morning were variable, with some appearing distant to the north passing along the valley while other appeared overhead cutting directly above the ridge, while other eagles shot up low and closer to the ridge itself along the north side. The hours leading up to noon felt chaotic at times, with a different Golden appearing in view every few minutes while scanning the sky. In the final minutes leading up to noon, there was a run of four Goldens within five minutes - all birds (of different age classes) cutting across the skyscape at different distances, providing one of the most exciting stretches of the entire count period.
The count hit 10 Golden Eagles just before the noon hour, and the northwest winds had picked up in intensity as blustery gusts almost hitting 45-50 mph were slamming down hawkwatchers below. A steady push of Red-tailed Hawks continued for most of the morning into the early afternoon, with large buteos being spotted every few minutes while passing south. A few Red-shouldered Hawks were also spotted passing quickly on the leeward side of the ridge. A few Bald Eagles passed south in the steady winds, while a cohort of local birds continued to linger in the valleys to the north all day. While scarce in November, both Sharp-shinned and Cooper's Hawks passed as individuals at different times, often very high above the ridge and darting south in the heavy wind.
The noon hour continued the Golden momentum with six additional birds, and continued strong until around 4 PM. Several late afternoon Goldens were spotted incredibly distant to the northwest as they cut southward towards the ridge, dropping low into the valley before disappearing and reappearing several minutes later much closer, shooting high up into the atmosphere using the updraft lift from the northwest winds hitting the ridge. Several Goldens ran this similar line, gaining altitude quickly before continuing south.
The final hour before sunset often provides some of the best views of migrating raptors, as the late day light illuminates birds as they pass along the ridge. This was the case with one of the final Golden Eagles on the day appearing north of the ridge as it continued to glide its way south, passing quickly as a distant snow squall shared the backdrop.
By the time the sun had begun to set on the horizon, a fantastic Golden Eagle flight has passed along the ridge, lasting nearly the entire day.
First bird BE 9:09 Last bird BE 16:25
Non-raptor Observations: Snow Goose* 80, Common Loon 3, Common Raven 4, Cedar Waxwing 78, Carolina Wren 1, American Robin 4, Purple Finch 12, American Goldfinch 3, Dark-eyed Junco 3, Red-winged Blackbird 31, Common Grackle 40
*First Snow Goose flock of the fall heading north to south distant to the northeast of the ridge
Predictions: Tomorrow brings a second day of northwest winds (18-21 mph), heaviest by late morning into early afternoon, Temps will be a bit lower than today (High 47 F with a bitter wind chill that will likely feel lower)
Optimism provided a great flight today. It seems best to remain optimistic that tomorrow could also potentially bring another great raptor flight down the ridge and valleys as conditions continue to appear favorable.
If you missed today on the ridge, tomorrow is probably a great opportunity to see some birds. ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Compiler: Andy Wlasniewski
Counters: Chris Arndt, David Barber, Matt Wlasniewski
Visitors: 185
Weather: partly to mostly cloudy with WNW and NW winds 12-25 mph gusting over 30 mph
Raptor Observations: Great looks at adult red-shouldered hawks flying below eye level.
Non-raptor Observations: common loon, double-crested cormorant, american crow (946), common raven (19), winter wren, golden-crowned kinglet, red-winged blackbird, brown-headed cowbird, purple finch, pine siskin, american goldfinch
Predictions: Mostly sunny, with a high near 45. Breezy, with a northwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Should be another good migration day. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
This morning on Gull Point, we had at least two and possibly more Lapland Longspurs mixed in with a small flock of Snow Buntings. We also found a Black-bellied Plover. On Pine Tree Trail, we had a flyover light-morph Rough-legged Hawk. It's an interesting time of year to get out and see what all is showing up from the north!
-Daryl Nolt Crawford County
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Observation start time: 08:45:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 6.75 hours
Official Counter: brandon brogle
Observers:
Visitors: 1
Weather: Partly sunny in the morning becoming overcast with a light SE wind eventually turning S.
Raptor Observations: Liftoff brought a few Golden Eagles and then turned into a distant drip of Red tails on the south side.
Non-raptor Observations: Evening Grosbeak (1), Canada Goose, Eastern Bluebird, Cedar Waxwing, American Pipit, Purple Finch, Pine Siskin, American Goldfinch, Dark-eyed Junco, Red-winged Blackbird, and Common Grackle. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 15, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Michele Varricchio
Observers: Ed Wanameker, Makayla Hernandez
Visitors: 52 visitors.
Weather: Morning on the South Lookout was partly cloudy, mild S/SW winds, with temps warming to 54F. Clouds thickened and ceiling lowered in the afternoon with some light rain; temps dropped to mid 40s. Winds remained 4-6 mph.
Raptor Observations: 2 Golden Eagles: 1239(i), 1310(a)
Non-raptor Observations: Common Raven 2; Canada Geese 29; Carolina wrens audible in the still of the day; and one good look at a Downy Woodpecker at the lookout.
Predictions: Mostly sunny with high 53F; breezy with 15-25 mph westerly winds with gusts to 35. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Lehigh Gap Nature Center (<mail...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Brian M. Wargo
Observers: Dave Darney, Jim Rocco, Judy Johns
Visitors: Darrell Good - Mt. Pleasant, PA (Spotted the Golden Eagle), Rich Sturtz, Virgil, Jonathan, and Michael Burkholder, Kristine & Joseph Benzinger, Ed & Patty Gray, Sharri & Ken Russo, Nancy & Nick Saccimarri
Weather: Overcast and dreary all day. Temperatures approaching 60 degrees.
Raptor Observations: Golden Eagle Adult - 1:31 p.m. Very low in the valley.
Non-raptor Observations: Black-capped Chickadee, Blue Jay, Cedar Waxwings, Common Raven, Double-crested Cormorant, Downy Woodpecker, Tufted Titmouse, White-Breasted Nuthatch
9 Saw-whet Owls with a foreign recapture Saturday night.
Predictions: Partly cloudy and windy. A few flurries or snow showers possible. High 47F. Winds WNW at 20 to 30 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Brian M. Wargo (<brianwargo...>)
Date: 11/15/25 2:57 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (15 Nov 2025) 34 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 15, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Kurt/Sally Kraus
Observers: Gary La Belle, Peggy Holt, Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: Milton a birder from NJ watched the skies for several hours in the morning. Later, the VanScyoc family from Mifflin Co. visited the site today wanting to learn more about raptor migration. Four other visitors parked and walked about but offered no introductions. throughout the day. Six vehicles of late leaf peepers or hunter-folks came and went.
Weather: Calm winds shifted from the ENE to the ESE through the day. Cloud cover from 80% to 100% with an increasing haze from mid-morning to early afternoon. Temperatures from a morning low of 39F (3.9C) to 46F (7.8C) high, kept observers bundled today.
Raptor Observations: Our first hour was without raptors. But the second hour brought 7 birds, the highlight was a south-bound juvenile Golden Eagle being harassed by a gray ghost Harrier. The young eagle dodged and changed direction northward, crossed the watch site before veering back southward. A low haze accompanied the shifting wind direction obscuring a definitive identification of an eagle well north of the site (UE), but it may have been another Golden. Our second and final Golden in the fourth hour dashed our hopes for a "better Golden day."
Non-raptor Observations: Thirty plus Common Grackles and a solo Belted Kingfisher were seen in the first hour. Numerous Purple Finches, a skein of over 50 Canada Geese, and 12 Blue Jays, 20+ additional Grackles, and a stream of 27 American Crows were observed.
A busy live artillery and firearms day for the National Guard offered percussion to accompany observers throughout the day.
Predictions: With rain predicted for late afternoon and early evening and with increasing winds predicted for tomorrow, we're hopeful it will bring a welcome increase in raptors. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/15/25 2:17 pm From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 15, 2025
Date: November 15, 2025
Time: 0700 to 0830 AM
Weather: Cloudy, wind S to 5 mph, lakecalm, temp. 43 F.
Comments: Very little movement,though there were a fair number of White-winged Scoters and Common Loons movingaround. There were duck hunters in floatboxes offshore at about 1200 o’clock from where I was doing the count. However nearly all ducks were moving wellnorth of the hunters, so the hunting did not interfere with the count.
Date: 11/15/25 2:07 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (15 Nov 2025) 31 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 15, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 0 325 1580 OS 0 0 149 BE 4 200 643 NH 0 19 148 SS 2 77 2694 CH 1 28 229 AG 0 1 4 RS 0 34 91 BW 0 0 10265 RT 24 400 861 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 58 102 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 8 59 PG 0 6 60 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 0 6 59 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove, Jess Cosentino
Observers: Dave Grove, Gene Wagner
Visitors: 10
Weather: Overcast with light southeast wind, High in low 50s F
Raptor Observations: Less than ideal wind conditions for mid-November brought a slower flight, with all birds passing along the south side of the ridge. Almost entirely composed of Red-tailed Hawks, the buteos would continue to appear catching lift up the ridge and tucking into long glides that would take the birds slightly above eye level as they rode the updrafts
A single Cooper's Hawk shot down the ridge on the south side, but much higher, in a long glide while a distant speck of a Sharp-shinned Hawk thermaled over the valley to the north of the ridge before heading south
First bird RT 9:39 Last bird BE 3:53
Non-raptor Observations: Pileated Woodpecker 1, Common Raven 1, Cedar Waxwing 34, Tufted Titmouse 3, Carolina Chickadee 2, Horned Lark 5, Eastern Bluebird 2, American Robin 65, American Pipit 4, Purple Finch 19, American Goldfinch 26, White-throated Sparrow 1, Rusty Blackbird 5, blackbird sp. 85, Common Grackle 17, Northern Cardinal 2
Predictions: A front moves through overnight, followed by a shift to northwest winds in the early morning leading up to sunrise. Northwest winds will continue all day, strongest by noon into the afternoon hours well into sunset. High of 51 F and the wind chill will surely feel much colder
Optimism remains high, conditions are highly favorable, and tomorrow could produce a great mid-November raptor flight ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.33 hours
Compiler: Rob Feldman
Counters: Beth Sassaman, Laurie Goodrich
Visitors: 175
Weather:
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Sleet & snow from 10:30 to almost 11:00 AM, no accumulation
Saw-whet Owls - 2 had been banded when I left at 8:30 PM
Predictions: Cloudy, WSW winds, possible rain later in day ======================================================================== Report submitted by Sandy Cline (<horseldy...>)
Date: 11/15/25 8:01 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks CO.
The following were seen or heard on the morning bird walk from the Silver Lake Nature Center located in Bristol, PA.
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center, Bucks, Pennsylvania, US
Nov 15, 2025 7:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Participants: 7Protocol: Traveling
1.0 mile(s)
32 species
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Emily Sandly
Observers: Dan Knarr, Ed Barrell, Larry Coble, Scott Fisher
Visitors: 0
Weather: AM light cloud cover and warm sunshine. Sustained WNW winds from 6-10mph, with gusts around 20mph throughout the day. Afternoon sun dwindled with increasing cloud cover and chance of showers (which did not arrive).
Non-raptor Observations: Common loon 1, ring-billed gull 3, blue jay, common raven, golden-crowned kinglet 4, red-winged blackbird ~60, several flocks of common grackles, dark-eyed junco 8, pine siskin 4, American goldfinch ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Date: 11/14/25 2:26 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (14 Nov 2025) 42 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 14, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 4 325 1580 OS 0 0 149 BE 9 196 639 NH 0 19 148 SS 4 75 2692 CH 2 27 228 AG 1 1 4 RS 0 34 91 BW 0 0 10265 RT 17 376 837 RL 0 0 0 GE 5 58 102 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 8 59 PG 0 6 60 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 0 6 59 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Brandon Brogle, Gary LaBelle, Gene Wagner, Jeff Thompson , Jim Binder, Pete Biasucci , Ron Freed
Visitors: Jay and Michael Jarvis and Heather O'Hara, 13
Weather: The morning started with mostly clear skies but clouds increased throughout the morning becoming overcast. Winds began calm for the first two hours then a small WNW breeze lasted for an hour before going to periods of calm again.
Raptor Observations: First bird SS 9:40 Last bird BE 3:39
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>)
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 9.5 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Rich Rieger
Visitors: 169
Weather: Clear with increasing clouds in the afternoon making for poor lighting; WNW winds 8-12 mph
Raptor Observations: Two merlins strafed the owl in the morning, excellent looks at bald and golden eagles late in the day.
Non-raptor Observations: great-horned owl, red-bellied woodpecker, common raven, eastern bluebird, rusty blackbird, red-winged blackbird, common grackle, purple finch, house finch, pine siskin, American goldfinch
Predictions: A chance of showers, mainly after 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. Likely a very slow migration day. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:15:00 Total observation time: 6.25 hours
Official Counter: John Mercer
Observers: Bob Kelly, Robin Queenan
Weather: Cool, not too windy, mostly from the westerly direction. Decent cloud cover Temperatures from the low 40's to 50
Raptor Observations: Not a bad day for the last day of our season. Two Eagles migrated, three stayed local. Many Turkey Vultures popping up all day out front, but most didn't move until the last minute. Locals: TV, BV, RT, RS and CH
Non-raptor Observations: A Common Raven appeared several times during the day.
Predictions: Since today was our last scheduled day, there is no prediction for tomorrow. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Observation start time: 09:30:00 Observation end time: 15:45:00 Total observation time: 6.25 hours
Official Counter: Jen Anderson, Mark McLaughlin
Observers: Connor Schmitt, Julian Avery, Mark McLaughlin
Visitors: Connor, Mark McLaughlin, Julian Avery and 15 PSU students
Weather: Started with 25% cloud cover and increased to 100% by noon. Not much wind all day.
Raptor Observations: BAEA: AD 11:17, AD 12:07, IMM 12:28, AD 12:34 GOEA: AD 1:04 1st NOHA: male 2nd NOHA: female A Barred Owl called around 2:30.
Non-raptor Observations: Groups of robins flying over early. 5 Rusty Blackbirds Snow Bunting (male in winter plumage) by the parking area ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jen Anderson (<jab56...>)
Date: 11/14/25 1:40 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (14 Nov 2025) 33 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 14, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Steve Walthius
Observers: Brian Weaver, Gayle Lawrence, Jarrod Derr, Jay George, Joe Meloney, Kevin Shannon, Rick Schoenberger
Visitors: 8 Hawkwatchers 3 Hunters 2 for view
13 total
Weather: Partly cloudy 40 degree morning became completely cloudy 51 degree afternoon. Fairly steady moderate Northwest winds throughout the day.
Raptor Observations: Fly Eagles Fly 11 adult and 2 juvenile Bald Eagles were counted. 5 Golden Eagles
Non-raptor Observations: Ravens, Juncos and White Throated Sparrows
Predictions: Possible rain showers in the afternoon ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 14:30:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: Pedro Miranda
Observers:
Weather: The day was bitterly cold with temperatures ranging from 24°F to 32°F. Winds averaged roughly 18mph W all day with gusts reaching up to 30+mph.
Raptor Observations: BAEA 2 AD 1:15 2 Juv 11:30 1:10
Distant flock of gulls at 10:50 (24 birds) ======================================================================== Report submitted by Pedro Miranda (<therespedro75...>)
Date: 11/13/25 4:44 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (13 Nov 2025) 65 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 13, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 5 321 1576 OS 0 0 149 BE 22 187 630 NH 0 19 148 SS 2 71 2688 CH 0 25 226 AG 0 0 3 RS 0 34 91 BW 0 0 10265 RT 24 359 820 RL 0 0 0 GE 11 53 97 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 8 59 PG 1 6 60 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 0 6 59 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 8.75 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Jeff Thompson , Pete Biasucci , Ron Freed
Visitors: Nick Schaefer, 5
Weather: High around 53 F, Sturdy northwests throughout the entire count period, Reaching 21 mph by noon (with 31 mph scope-tilting gusts), Blue bird sky all day with a light mix of stratocumulus cloud cover
Raptor Observations: The northwest winds were blustery in the first hours following sunrise, and persisted with force well into the late afternoon. These brought the season's first double-digit Golden Eagle flight down the right and along the distant valley to the north, as a good push began in the late morning and carried on into the afternoon hours. The winds also ushered in a great November Bald Eagle flight, finishing with a total of six migratory raptor species on the day.
All the Goldens on the day appeared to the north of the ridge, with the first few appearing quite distant and passing in long glides at high altitude. The hour before noon saw a nice push of four, with several riding the ridge a bit closer. Few Goldens paused to thermal and circle back, taking advantage of the robust northwest winds that were peaking out with gusts at 31 mph by noon, providing looks from below for as long the birds chose to stick around before riding the winds farther south.
In the final thirty minutes before sunset, the day's final Golden Eagle appeared quickly on the north side of the ridge, passing just high enough above the treeline to be washed in the late day sun. The winds had died by this hour, and the eagle sliced through the skyscape effortlessly as the orange glow lit up each of the bird's golden head feathers
First bird TV 8:30 Last bird RT 16:26
Non-raptor Observations: Tundra Swan 25, COMMON LOON* 77, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 1, American Crow 38, Fish/American Crow 29, Common Raven 5, Cedar Waxwing 40, American Robin 41, Purple Finch 2, American Goldfinch 19, Common Grackle 60
*At 9:08 AM, a massive single group of Common Loons was detected passing distant to the northeast. The group passed directly over the ridge on a north-south flight line and was estimated at 70, with a few individual straggling birds following within the same hour. The large waterbirds passed in a long, stretched out group with individuals spaced out well between one another and stacked with several birds high while creating a wall that migrated quickly through the morning sky, while the strong northwest winds helped in their journey. It was a remarkable sight to witness through the scope.
LFE 0 Monarch 0 Hummingbird 0
Predictions: Northwest winds will be continued into tomorrow (Friday), albeit with less velocity than seen today but still adequate to promote raptor movement
We are a few birds away from reaching our 100th Golden Eagle of the season, and this bird could very well pass along the ridge tomorrow ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Date: 11/13/25 4:26 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (13 Nov 2025) 26 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 13, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Sue Dibble
Observers: Gary La Belle, Larry Coble, Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: 6 hunters, 2 for view.
Weather: A chilly and windy day. Cloudy most of the day, with clearing towards the end of the count. WNW 10-15mph, with gusts 30mph. Temps 40 to 49 degrees F.
Raptor Observations: Bald Eagles - 7 adult and 2 immatures counted. Golden eagles - 1 subadult, 1 unaged counted
Local RTs and 2 Bald Eagles not counted. One Red shoulder hawk dropped behind the tree line in front of us and was not seen passing hawk watch, not counted.
Non-raptor Observations: 3 fox sparrows and 3 pine siskins observed. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/13/25 2:19 pm From: Dean Newhouse <dean.newhouse...> Subject: Re: test
I've had a lot of PABirds emails go to SPAM. But a lot don't go to SPAM
either. It's been about 50/50. I use gmail. I keep moving the SPAMmed
PABirds emails back to the Inbox in the hopes that my gmail will eventually
learn not to SPAM them. Last I checked, there were no additional PABirds
emails in my SPAM folder.
On Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 5:05 PM Denise Donmoyer <
<000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote:
> I've called Comcast. They were no help. The guy walked me through
> deleting
> cookies. What they heck that would have to do with this I don't know!!!
> It
> didn't help. They always do dumb stuff like that when they don't know
> what's wrong. I still suspect it's on their end but I don't know for
> sure.
>
>
> Denise Donmoyer
> Sweet Arrow Lake
> Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co.
> <nightowl57...>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania
> [mailto:<PABIRDS...>] On Behalf Of Russell, Keith
> Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 12:28 PM
> To: <PABIRDS...>
> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
>
> Hi Deb
>
> Since the problem seems to be limited to Comcast emails might Comcast be in
> the best position to find a solution?
>
> Keith
>
> Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> > ________________________________
> From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...>
> Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:24:15 AM
> To: Judy Stepenaskie <judystep...>; pabirds
> <PABIRDS...>
> Cc: Russell, Keith <Keith.Russell...>; Altadonna, Leigh
> <laltadonna...>; Computer Help <computerhelp...>
> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
>
> For some reason people with Comcast emails have had problems off and on. I
> am not sure why it comes and goes. I have added some Audubon people to this
> who might be able to enlist computer help.
>
> Deborah S. Grove
>
> ________________________________
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> behalf of Judy Stepenaskie <
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> I am having the same problem with my comcast email. The PA Birds and
> hawkcount.org emails are all going to spam. I wish I knew how to change
> the
> settings.
>
> Judy Stepenaskie
>
>
> > On 11/08/2025 12:06 PM EST Ron Burkert
> <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...> wrote:
> >
> >
> > The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has
> changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
> >
> > Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past
> month or so.
> >
> > Ron Burkert
> > Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA
> >
> >
> > > On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer
> <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > > This is a test. For some reason PAbirds e-mails have been going to
> > > SPAM
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Denise Donmoyer
> > >
> > > Sweet Arrow Lake
> > >
> > > Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co.
> > >
> > > <nightowl57...>
>
I've called Comcast. They were no help. The guy walked me through deleting cookies. What they heck that would have to do with this I don't know!!! It didn't help. They always do dumb stuff like that when they don't know what's wrong. I still suspect it's on their end but I don't know for sure.
Denise Donmoyer Sweet Arrow Lake Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. <nightowl57...>
-----Original Message----- From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania [mailto:<PABIRDS...>] On Behalf Of Russell, Keith Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 12:28 PM To: <PABIRDS...> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
Hi Deb
Since the problem seems to be limited to Comcast emails might Comcast be in the best position to find a solution?
Keith
Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:24:15 AM To: Judy Stepenaskie <judystep...>; pabirds <PABIRDS...> Cc: Russell, Keith <Keith.Russell...>; Altadonna, Leigh <laltadonna...>; Computer Help <computerhelp...> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
For some reason people with Comcast emails have had problems off and on. I am not sure why it comes and goes. I have added some Audubon people to this who might be able to enlist computer help.
Deborah S. Grove
________________________________ From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Judy Stepenaskie <0000020e63e8d1ea-dmarc-request...> Sent: Monday, November 10, 2025 10:03:06 PM To: pabirds <PABIRDS...> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
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I am having the same problem with my comcast email. The PA Birds and hawkcount.org emails are all going to spam. I wish I knew how to change the settings.
Judy Stepenaskie
> On 11/08/2025 12:06 PM EST Ron Burkert <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...> wrote: > > > The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue. > > Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so. > > Ron Burkert > Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA > > > > On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote: > > > > > > This is a test. For some reason PAbirds e-mails have been going to > > SPAM > > > > > > > > > > > > Denise Donmoyer > > > > Sweet Arrow Lake > > > > Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. > > > > <nightowl57...>
Predictions: Mostly cloudy, W winds, high temp near 7C ======================================================================== Report submitted by Dave Poder (<avions...>)
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Dave Eberly
Observers:
Weather: Another blustery day with gusty westerly winds— the 4th consecutive day by my count. Clouds kept the temperature at 48°. Wind speeds at 14-18 mph. Mostly cloudy with occasional sun that didn't last long.
Raptor Observations: Some Turkey Vultures moved through early. Otherwise only one Red-shoulder and one Red-tail were spotted migrating.
About a half dozen local TVs were flying around. Five Black Vultures, one Cooper's Hawk and a couple Red-tails and a Red-shoulder were the only local raptors.
Non-raptor Observations: Canada Goose: 25 in formation Flocks of Red-winged Blackbirds, starlings and robins were noted
Predictions: Partly sunny, with a high near 52. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the morning. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Observation start time: 10:15:00 Observation end time: 13:30:00 Total observation time: 3.25 hours
Official Counter: Phil Keener
Observers:
Visitors: Five, one (George Miller) with interest in migration once I told him why I was there.
Weather: Temp = 8-9C/46-48F, strong consistent westerly winds swinging NNW to west throughout watch. 50% cloud cover, excellent visibility.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagle movement was pretty well it as far as migrants. Local raptor activity was on low side.
Non-raptor Observations: Continued aerial replacement of the transformers on the transmission tower immediately to the west of the hawkwatch platform. Seven electricians on tower while helicopter provided the materials. Were working when I got there and I was surprised with the wind strength that they were doing it. Did eventually halt work due to the winds and expect to finish up tomorrow. Looked like an exhilarating harness suspended ride when the helicopter transported the crew off the tower two at a time in pretty gusty winds! Staging/drop area was nearby along Druck Valley Rd.
Predictions: A bit warmer with less wind. Even if the migrants aren't passing by tomorrow, seeing the transformer work completion might be worth a visit. Think of it as an episode of Mike Rowe's "Dirty Jobs". ======================================================================== Report submitted by Parks Volunteer (<parks...>)
Date: 11/12/25 5:29 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (12 Nov 2025) 11 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 12, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Ed Chubb
Observers: Joe Meloney, Larry Coble, Ted Keene
Visitors: NONE! Pretty lonely day.
Weather: SW/W winds all day and temps in the 30's to near 50. Fairly solid cloud bank with occasional breaks.
Raptor Observations: Late day Golden Eagle with a typical 1 year molt-TEXT BOOK! 4 immature Bald Eagles and 1 adult.
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Clearing weather and slightly warmer temperatures should bode well for the flight(of Goldens?). ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Tom Bush
Observers:
Weather: Heavy clouds until they last hour. WSW winds Temperatures in the 40s.
Raptor Observations: Only 5 migrating raptors. All were Turkey Vultures that appeared when the clouds started to break.
The counter saw no local raptors except one non migrating TV.
Non-raptor Observations: Canada Goose:1 Ring-billed Gull: 1 Common Raven: 1 A flock of Starlings estimated at over 400 birds was flying around.
Predictions: The strong west winds return Increasing clouds, with a high near 52. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Date: 11/12/25 4:18 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (12 Nov 2025) 30 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 12, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 5 316 1571 OS 0 0 149 BE 5 165 608 NH 1 19 148 SS 3 69 2686 CH 0 25 226 AG 0 0 3 RS 0 34 91 BW 0 0 10265 RT 13 335 796 RL 0 0 0 GE 3 42 86 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 8 59 PG 0 5 59 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 0 6 59 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:45:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers: Betsy Shaver, Gene Wagner, Jeff Thompson , Katherine Weber, Pete Biasucci
Visitors: Eddie and Doreen from Golden Gate Raptor Observatory, 9
Weather: Cold grey overcast start to the morning, with warm sun breaking through closer to noon and lasting for the afteroon until late day overcast returned, Light SW wind all morning picking up velocity by noon and remaining steady for the early afternoon before dropping off, High in lower 50s F
Raptor Observations: The first hours of the morning saw a light southwest wind with little-to-no bird activity throughout the overcast sky. Wind velocity increased closer to noon, with the first migrants passing along the ridge - small group of Turkey Vultures, a few Red-tailed Hawks, and several Bald Eagles
An incredibly distant subadult Golden Eagle appeared to the north of the ridge, cutting high over the valley of farm fields in a lengthy glide before dropping lower to spend the next few minutes finding lift over the open landscape. The Golden rose a bit higher, barely breaking the horizon line before continuing to glide southwest over the distant valley and hillsides
The afternoon winds were steady, with a few raptor migrants continuing to move, including a large dark eagle rising up to the north of the ridge just before 1:30 PM. Two slow rotations revealed a tawny wing bar slicing across the bird's upper parts, as a bright flash of white from the base of the tail confirmed the second Golden Eagle for the day. This subadult Golden did not spend much time rising above the ridge before tucking into a long glide which took the bird parallel to the north side of the ridge, spending several minutes to cover ground before pausing to find more thermal lift out over the valley to the north. The bird drifted back east for a moment, providing extended views as it continued to search for additional lift, rising slowly as the westerly afternoon winds buffeted a bit. After spending just over five minutes providing excellent viewing from below, before the young Golden continued southward and out of view.
A third Golden came through late in the afternoon, appearing on a frozen glide as a distant speck to the north. The bird disappeared to the southwest before it ever moved from the glide position as it covered several miles
First bird TV 10:43 Last bird RT 15:58
Non-raptor Observations: Fish/American Crow 15, Cedar Waxwing 30, American Robin 109, American Pipit 1, Red-winged Blackbird 10, blackbird sp. 50, Common Grackle 10
LFE 0 Monarch 0 Hummingbird 0
Predictions: Tomorrow/Thursday: Morning west winds shifting to steady (19 mph) northwest by late morning/early afternoon
Friday: Similar wind conditions as Thursday but lighter
Saturday: Variable south winds, chance of rain later in the day into evening
Sunday: Possible rain lasting into early morning, but clearing with sturdy (19 mph) northwest winds
The next run of days looks to offer promising conditions for raptor movement, with ample northwest winds ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Observation start time: 09:15:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Greg Grove, Jen Lee
Observers:
Weather: Strong W winds, gray heavy overcast with a few sun breaks, low 40s.
Raptor Observations: Nothing until 11am, then first birds were 2 adult Balds with 2 imm. pursuing, all in same binocular view a few times. The imm's looked very different, not same year. (I don't know ages). Up to 1pm: 8 Balds (6 adult, 2 imm), 1 Coop, 9 Redtails, 5 BV. After 1:00 5 ad BE Ad GE 240, 252, 325, 400
Non-raptor Observations: Ravens. Pileated, downy, cedars, junco, TVs. BVs. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Greg Grove (<gwg2...>)
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.92 hours
Compiler: Rob Feldman
Counters: Aislinn Shilcusky
Visitors: 162
Weather: Overcast, moderate W-WNW wind 0-15mph
Raptor Observations: Slow day with a few birds moving when the sun broke through in early afternoon.
Non-raptor Observations: Canada goose, golden-crowned kinglet, American robin, common grackle, purple finch, American goldfinch.
Predictions: Mostly sunny with high of 50. West winds 10-15 mph gusting to 30 could encourage good migration conditions. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/12/25 3:40 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (11 Nov 2025) 17 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 11, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 8.75 hours
Official Counter: Rosemary Spreha
Observers: Sue Dibble
Visitors: One FIG police three for the view, one from Massachusetts had questions about the hawk watch
Weather: Cold and windy. Temperature 28-34 degrees. Wind alternating from north to west. Partly to mostly cloudy. Light snow flurries.
Raptor Observations: Local ravens and red tailed hawks. Three local bald eagles not counted. Eight Adult bald eagles and one immature counted.
Non-raptor Observations: Juncos, red-bellied woodpecker, white breasted nuthatch, cardinal and chickadee at feeders.
Predictions: Clouds and sun, high 53, wind from the WSW. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/11/25 7:21 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (11 Nov 2025) 34 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 11, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 2 311 1566 OS 0 0 149 BE 6 160 603 NH 0 18 147 SS 0 66 2683 CH 1 25 226 AG 0 0 3 RS 0 34 91 BW 0 0 10265 RT 16 322 783 RL 0 0 0 GE 6 39 83 AK 0 0 165 ML 1 8 59 PG 1 5 59 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 1 6 59 SK 0 0 1
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 11, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.2 hours
Official Counter: AB
Observers: Ron Kline
Weather: NW winds and snow.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Increasing clouds, with a high near 46. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Adam Richardson (<poecile.gambeli...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Hannah Mahar
Observers: Doug Wood, Gary
Visitors: There were no visitors at the lookout today.
Weather: Overcast with due West winds. Temperatures -3 to 0 C.
Raptor Observations: Adult Golden Eagle: 0857, 1520 Immature Golden Eagle: 0919, 0935, 1105, 1353, 1502 Adult Bald Eagle: 0929, 1318, 1343 Immature Bald Eagle: 0930
Local Turkey Vultures: 2 Local Black Vultures: 2
Non-raptor Observations: Common Loon (2) Canada Goose (10) Common Raven (14)
American Robin. Fox Sparrow. Dark-eyed Junco. White-throated Sparrow. Common Grackle. Red-winged Blackbird. American Goldfinch. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Date: 11/11/25 2:17 pm From: DAVID KOCH <0000012d74227426-dmarc-request...> Subject: Rusty blackbirds, Koch property, Northampton county
I drove around our fields at 2:30 this afternoon not expecting to see anything in the high winds. And I didn’t until I was almost back to the house when suddenly five blackbirds landed in front of the truck. Two were female red-wingeds but the other three were rusties. I seldom see them here
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 8.92 hours
Compiler: Rebecca McCabe
Counters: Aislinn Shilcusky , Jeremy Scheivert, Matt Wlasniewski
Visitors: 34
Weather: Snow/Overcast/Mostly cloudy (flurries throughout the day). NW/WNW/W winds 8-24 mph
Raptor Observations: Birds were flying close to the lookout! 1100-1200 hour had 6 species migrate over including great looks at Bald and Golden Eagles, Sharp-shinned, Red-tail and Red-shoulder hawks and a Peregrine Falcon.
Non-raptor Observations: Lots of blackbirds >1000 for the day, and 14 Common Ravens. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Craig Hedlund
Observers: Alan Simon, Dave Eberly
Weather: Another blustery day with strong W winds like yesterday but today was colder. The temperature ranged from the mid to upper 30s. The sun appeared intermittently which helped a little.
Raptor Observations: A few TVs moved through in the afternoon. A couple 3rd year Bald Eagles were the only other migrants.
The local Red-tails, TVs, a juvenile Cooper's Hawk and our Merlin buddy were all flying lower than usual apparently to get some protection from the wind.
Non-raptor Observations: A few starlings, Red-winged Blackbirds and Cedar Waxwings were moving around but most of the others were apparently hunkered down.
Predictions: Warmer but the west winds will continue. Mostly sunny, with a high near 52. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Date: 11/11/25 10:39 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 11, 2025
Date: November 11, 2025
Time: 0700 to 0930 AM
Weather: Cloudy, occasional snowand grapple showers, wind NNW to 40 mph, waves 5’ to 6’, temp. 37 F.
Comments: Strong gusty winds keptmost birds close to the water with a lot of short bursts of flight since theywere flying west-northwest into the wind. Scaup and Red-breasted Mergansers dominated the flight, but there was astrong movement of White-winged Scoters. Even after examining images I took of the scaup flying past they weredifficult to ID and sort out the two species, though both were present with theoccasional Ring-necked Duck or two in the mix.
Waterbirds recorded:
Mallard 1
American Black Duck 3Ring-necked Duck 14Greater Scaup 100Lesser Scaup 120Scaup species 485Surf/Black scoter 3White-winged Scoter 49Long-tailed Duck 5Bufflehead 6Common Goldeneye 12Common Merganser 1Red-breasted Merganser 1100Horned Grebe 3Common Loon 21Loon species 1
Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 11/11/25 9:27 am From: Russell, Keith <000002171fcd2a76-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: test
Hi Deb
Since the problem seems to be limited to Comcast emails might Comcast be in the best position to find a solution?
Keith
Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________
From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...>
Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:24:15 AM
To: Judy Stepenaskie <judystep...>; pabirds <PABIRDS...>
Cc: Russell, Keith <Keith.Russell...>; Altadonna, Leigh <laltadonna...>; Computer Help <computerhelp...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
For some reason people with Comcast emails have had problems off and on. I am not sure why it comes and goes. I have added some Audubon people to this who might be able to enlist computer help.
Deborah S. Grove
________________________________
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Judy Stepenaskie <0000020e63e8d1ea-dmarc-request...>
Sent: Monday, November 10, 2025 10:03:06 PM
To: pabirds <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
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I am having the same problem with my comcast email. The PA Birds and hawkcount.org emails are all going to spam. I wish I knew how to change the settings.
Judy Stepenaskie
> On 11/08/2025 12:06 PM EST Ron Burkert <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...> wrote:
>
>
> The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
>
> Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so.
>
> Ron Burkert
> Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA
>
>
> > On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote:
> >
> >
> > This is a test. For some reason PAbirds e-mails have been going to SPAM
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Denise Donmoyer
> >
> > Sweet Arrow Lake
> >
> > Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co.
> >
> > <nightowl57...>
Date: 11/11/25 9:17 am From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Subject: Re: test
I have none going to my junk folder. I hope we get an answer soon from Audubon.
Deb
From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...>
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 12:11 PM
To: pabirds <PABIRDS...>, Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
Mine is Hotmail/Outlook, and yes, both Deb's email, and MY OWN email from my previous response, both went to spam...
The Internets, ladies and gentlemen...
Ryan
________________________________
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...>
Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:24 AM
To: <PABIRDS...> <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
For some reason people with Comcast emails have had problems off and on. I am not sure why it comes and goes. I have added some Audubon people to this who might be able to enlist computer help.
Deborah S. Grove
________________________________
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Judy Stepenaskie <0000020e63e8d1ea-dmarc-request...>
Sent: Monday, November 10, 2025 10:03:06 PM
To: pabirds <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
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I am having the same problem with my comcast email. The PA Birds and hawkcount.org emails are all going to spam. I wish I knew how to change the settings.
Judy Stepenaskie
> On 11/08/2025 12:06 PM EST Ron Burkert <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...> wrote:
>
>
> The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
>
> Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so.
>
> Ron Burkert
> Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA
>
>
> > On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote:
> >
> >
> > This is a test. For some reason PAbirds e-mails have been going to SPAM
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Denise Donmoyer
> >
> > Sweet Arrow Lake
> >
> > Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co.
> >
> > <nightowl57...>
Date: 11/11/25 9:11 am From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Re: test
Mine is Hotmail/Outlook, and yes, both Deb's email, and MY OWN email from my previous response, both went to spam...
The Internets, ladies and gentlemen...
Ryan
________________________________
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...>
Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:24 AM
To: <PABIRDS...> <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
For some reason people with Comcast emails have had problems off and on. I am not sure why it comes and goes. I have added some Audubon people to this who might be able to enlist computer help.
Deborah S. Grove
________________________________
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Judy Stepenaskie <0000020e63e8d1ea-dmarc-request...>
Sent: Monday, November 10, 2025 10:03:06 PM
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I am having the same problem with my comcast email. The PA Birds and hawkcount.org emails are all going to spam. I wish I knew how to change the settings.
Judy Stepenaskie
> On 11/08/2025 12:06 PM EST Ron Burkert <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...> wrote:
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> The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
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> Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so.
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> Ron Burkert
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Date: 11/11/25 5:24 am From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Subject: Re: test
For some reason people with Comcast emails have had problems off and on. I am not sure why it comes and goes. I have added some Audubon people to this who might be able to enlist computer help.
Deborah S. Grove
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I am having the same problem with my comcast email. The PA Birds and hawkcount.org emails are all going to spam. I wish I knew how to change the settings.
Judy Stepenaskie
> On 11/08/2025 12:06 PM EST Ron Burkert <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...> wrote:
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> The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
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> Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so.
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> Ron Burkert
> Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA
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> > On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote:
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> > This is a test. For some reason PAbirds e-mails have been going to SPAM
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I am having the same problem with my comcast email. The PA Birds and hawkcount.org emails are all going to spam. I wish I knew how to change the settings.
Judy Stepenaskie
> On 11/08/2025 12:06 PM EST Ron Burkert <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...> wrote: > > > The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue. > > Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so. > > Ron Burkert > Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA > > > > On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote: > > > > > > This is a test. For some reason PAbirds e-mails have been going to SPAM > > > > > > > > > > > > Denise Donmoyer > > > > Sweet Arrow Lake > > > > Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. > > > > <nightowl57...>
Date: 11/10/25 5:40 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (10 Nov 2025) 20 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 10, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Gary LaBelle
Observers: Jarrod Derr, Larry Coble, Tom Garner
Visitors: 3 observers + 2 for view = 5
Weather: Cold and windy all day. Mostly overcast after the first hour.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Other birds scarce except Juncos, White-throated sparrows, and crows.
Predictions: Cold and blustery weather continuing. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 7.25 hours
Official Counter: Greg Grove, Trudy Kyler
Observers: David Kyler
Weather: 0-3C 100% clouds NW 13-18
Raptor Observations: BE IM 1, GE Unknown 1 11:18–Adults 5 9:57,10:19,11:07,11:23,11:50 GE 2 ND 140, Ad 310, Imm 348, Ad 352
The Immature GE was being harassed by 15+ Ravens
Observed not counted TV 5, BV 4, BE 5, RT 1
Non-raptor Observations: Raven 7, Waxwing 15, Robin 8 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Greg Grove (<gwg2...>)
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 10, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.07 hours
Official Counter: AB
Observers: Brody Ritter
Visitors: 4
Weather: NW winds.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: A slight chance of snow showers before 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 39. Breezy, with a west wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Adam Richardson (<poecile.gambeli...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.58 hours
Compiler: JF Therrien
Counters:
Visitors: 81
Weather: Overcast, calm, the NW winds
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Chuck Root
Observers: Dave Eberly
Weather: Blustery day with gusty NW winds. Heavy morning clouds. Some sun for the afternoon. Temperatures climbed through the 40s to 50°F.
Raptor Observations: Pretty good conditions but only a few migrants
The local Turkey Vultures were busy but no TVs appeared to be migrating. A Merlin, probably our local companion flew over in a NE direction.
Non-raptor Observations: Common Raven:2
Predictions: Colder, clouds and wind. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 43. Breezy, with a west wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 5 hours
Official Counter: Nancy Ott
Observers:
Visitors: No visitors.
Weather: Cold temps started -2.1 to -2.8 C in the afternoon. Periodic snow showers with sun rays coming through areas in valley. West wind with gusts up to 29 mph.
Raptor Observations: Sightings of RT's in valley flying closely to ridge. 5 of the at least 10 different RT's were migratory. No TV's seen migratory or otherwise.
Non-raptor Observations: Ravens, crows, piliated wp ,downy wp, juncos, blue jays, couple angry chickadees, tufted titmouses that didn't stay long. Forgot to bring seeds. 16 loons and heard snow geese.
Predictions: Cold again 20's to low 30's with west winds. cloudy no precipitation. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Nancy Ott (<ednancy.ott...>)
Observation start time: 08:45:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 6.25 hours
Official Counter: brandon brogle
Observers:
Visitors: 0
Weather: Variable clouds becoming overcast with a strong S wind.
Raptor Observations: A distant and speck-y flight for today.
Non-raptor Observations: Pine Siskin, Purple Finch, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Common Grackle, Red-winged Blackbird, American Robin ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 14:45:00 Total observation time: 3.67 hours
Official Counter: Sarah Way
Observers:
Visitors: None
Weather: Overcast all day with rain on and off throughout the morning followed by mist and low clouds that obscured most of the view. High was 11C.
Raptor Observations: None
Non-raptor Observations: 1 Canada goose, 1 pileated woodpecker, 31 blue jays, 1 raven, 25 cedar waxwings, 1 cardinal, and small flocks of juncos and white-throated sparrows in the brush ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Date: 11/10/25 7:58 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 10, 2025
Location: Sunset Point, PresqueIsle State Park
Date: November 10, 2025
Time: 0705 to 0935 AM
Weather: Cloudy, snow showersearly, light dusting of snow on the ground, wind NNE to 15 mph, waves 2’ to 3’,temp. 33 F.
Comments: Visibility was less than½ mile during the first 30 minutes of the watch, but then the snow stopped andvisibility became unlimited, but the warm water of Lake Erie combined with thecold air created heat waves over the water, blurring any birds moving low overthe water. Surprisingly slow with mostbirds moving east. American Wigeon madea decent showing with eastbound flock sizes of up to 32 birds. Red-breasted Mergansers were staging justoffshore.
Waterbirds recorded:
American Wigeon 106
Mallard 8Mallard/American Black Duck 22Redhead 1Greater Scaup 3Lesser Scaup 22Scaup species 132White-winged Scoter 6Long-tailed Duck 6Bufflehead 57Common Goldeneye 24Red-breasted Merganser 592Horned Grebe 1Common Loon 13
Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 11/9/25 7:39 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (09 Nov 2025) 7 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 09, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 5 290 1545 OS 0 0 149 BE 0 136 579 NH 1 16 145 SS 0 64 2681 CH 0 22 223 AG 0 0 3 RS 0 33 90 BW 0 0 10265 RT 1 268 729 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 28 72 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 6 57 PG 0 4 58 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 0 5 58 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 13:30:00 Total observation time: 4.5 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers:
Visitors: 15
Weather: Southeast winds, bringing rain from various direction as the count period progressed, with light precipitation arriving by early afternoon
Raptor Observations: No raptor movement down the ridge throughout the count period, aside from a few individual birds
A single Northern Harrier pumped its way down the south side of the ridge in the final hours before afternoon rain arrived
Non-raptor Observations: Red-bellied Woodpecker 2, Hairy Woodpecker 1, Pileated Woodpecker 2, Common Raven 2, Cedar Waxwing 11, Tufted Titmouse 2, Carolina Chickadee 3, Carolina Wren 1, Eastern Bluebird 4, American Robin 12, Purple Finch 18, American Goldfinch 7, Pine Siskin 1, Dark-eyed Junco 20
Predictions: Following the passage of this cold front, temperatures will plummet and bring northwest winds. High in the mid 40s F with NW winds. This may be the abrupt shift in weather conditions we have been waiting for to usher in the first large movement of Golden Eagles and other late season raptor migrants
======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Ethan Kang
Observers:
Weather: Overcast skies, light SE winds Fog early. Intermittent drizzle and rain. At least the temperatures were comfortable.
Raptor Observations: A slow day as expected but some TVs moved through. The usual local raptors, including our Merlin, were seen.
An unidentified raptor was felt to be a possible Golden Eagle. The observer noted a small head and a slight dihedral. First impression was a TV.
Non-raptor Observations: Red-winged Blackbird: 445 Cedar Waxwing: 104 American robin: 79 Ring-billed Gull: 3 Herring Gull: 2
Predictions: Looks like more favorable conditions. Partly sunny, with a high near 52. West wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Date: 11/9/25 1:58 pm From: Randy Stringer <0000014328ddae02-dmarc-request...> Subject: Lawrence County Sighting
Dear Birders, A Northern Shrike is present at Volant Strips. I saw it at 4:50 PM just west of Nelson Road. Could be last year's bird. Randy StringerGrove City
Observation start time: 07:15:00 Observation end time: 10:45:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Compiler: Jeremy Scheivert
Counters: Adam Carter, Aniket Pawar, Elizabeth Weed
Weather: Mostly cloudy early with increasing clouds and rain starting at 10:45.
Raptor Observations: Unidentified eagle (likely golden) flew northeast along the ridge and wasn't counted.
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 47. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 09, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 10:45:00 Total observation time: 3.25 hours
Official Counter: Michele Varricchio
Observers: Linda Blacketter, Makayla Hernandez
Visitors: 16 visitors.
Weather: Hints of sunshine as cloud cover increased and ceiling lowered. Temps 45-51F. Winds 5-6 mph from the East. Visibility 5-10 miles.
Raptor Observations: Push of a few birds before the rain.
Non-raptor Observations: 4 Common Raven, and multiple flocks of unidentified smaller birds. Audible Pileated Woodpecker, American Goldfinch, and Carolina Wren.
Predictions: Isolated showers before 1 pm. Mostly cloudy with high near 48F, cooler temps than Sunday. Light variable winds NW 5-10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Lehigh Gap Nature Center (<mail...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Yesterday just before dark, I was surprised to see a swallow flying around at our place. After an hour of observing, it disappeared around dusk. We were able to get a few diagnostic pics before it vanished. Dark head and pale throat were obvious. I have not seen it again this morning, but it may still be in the area. Thanks to those who helped with ID!
Daryl Nolt Crawford Co.
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Date: 11/9/25 5:32 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Bake Oven Knob (07 Nov 2025) 68 Raptors
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 07, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Predictions: W winds. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Adam Richardson (<poecile.gambeli...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 08, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Rick Morrissey
Observers: AB, Adam Bradley, Dan, Ed Wanamaker, Jonathan, Ricky, Wendy Bailey
Visitors: There were 24 visitors today including our observers, many of which we just recruited them into service. It was great to see Ed Wanamaker today, BOK raptor observer emeritus and keeper of all of the classic stories which defines our volunteer community. Adam Bradley, our lead counter during the week and volunteer on weekends who is an extraordinary birder and naturalist. Up and coming 2025 observer from Harrisburg, Wendy Bailey, who we are so thankful drives past Hawk Mountain to join us. Wendy, an amazing spotter who each week just has us saying "how do you see these far away raptors"? Our collective consensus 'on the knob,' Wendy is much better than 'Mary' (inside joke).
Kudos to Dan Altif and his son Ricky for being with us again, absolutely contributing to the count and identifying passerines. Hopefully real soon we can spot a few Golden Eagles together before the season ends.
We also had the privilege to meet Jonathan from Drums, whose job that we gave him is - 'bring Hazelton John and Bob' to the count next week, it's Golden Eagle season by the way!
Last but not least, thanks Kyle from Ambler for jumping right in to add colorful, youthful stories to the hawk watch conversation when we did not have any hawks to watch. 'Who knew who was doing what, way back when for most of us from the 1900's, when we had more energy than common sense, and that is all that I AM going to say because once again, I said way too much.'
Weather: For the first 90 minutes the North Lookout was engulfed in fog, yet oddly we could see the moon. The remainder of the day was partly cloudy, Northwest winds ranging from 4-7 mph in the morning, a brief spurt of 8-12 mph winds at the noon hour, then it slowly declined to about 5 mph by the end of the day. The low temperature was 46F, the high temperature was 57F. The overnight rain gave us a cool and crisp Fall day.
Raptor Observations: The first raptor of the day was an adult Peregrine Falcon that popped up over the bowl, fairly close to the ridge at eye level, then it quickly 'speed skated' down the ridge. Our second raptor of the day was a Merlin, all alone in the sky and again close to the ridge, clearly looking for a fight. A second Merlin, stafing the lane low between the Pine tree and 'us', had it's talons down and ready to pounce. Actually, not a surprise as we heard a passerine cacophony of alerts seconds before.
As more often the not, November raptor numbers are often low yet what you get is pretty good, case in point - falcons, accipiters, buteos, and of course both eagles.
Non-raptor Observations: Four (4) Common Loons, Six (6) ravens, Winter and Carolina wrens, a Golden Crowned Kinglet, a Redwinged Blackbird calling in a tree directly behind the lookout, flocks of Robins, Common Grackles, and Cedar Waxwings.
Predictions: Showers with a high around 60F with Southeast winds, 5-10 mph. Chance of rain 90% (on Weatherbug), 60% on the Weather Channel. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Lehigh Gap Nature Center (<mail...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Brian M. Wargo
Observers: Bob Stewart, Greg Gdula, Jim Rocco
Visitors: Rick Beaty, Tom Furlong, Lisa Farnan, Mary L. Silverman, Barbara Lockhard, Dennis Lockard, Fran & Terry Smith
Weather: Fog very early, but burned off and is completely clear by 9:00 A.M. Sunny and bright the rest of the morning, turning partly cloudy by the end of the day. West wind all day.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: American Crow, American Robin, Black-capped Chickadee, Cedar Waxwings, Common Raven, Dark-eyed Junco, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, Tufted Titmouse, White-Breasted Nuthatch
Predictions: Showers in the morning, then partly cloudy in the afternoon. High 58F. Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 50%. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Brian M. Wargo (<brianwargo...>)
Date: 11/8/25 4:18 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (08 Nov 2025) 33 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 08, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Chip Templin
Observers: Linda and Mike Mckinne, Peggy Holt, Randy & Audrey Estep, T-T Light
Visitors: 6 Hunters, 8 vista viewers, Dale and Terry Jeffas
Weather: Hazy start to the day. Sun mixed with clouds, high 17C. Winds 5-7 mph from the northwest.
Raptor Observations: 5 Bald Eagles counted. 1 Juvenile, 2 2-3yr Immature and 2 Mature. 3 Golden Eagles counted. 1 2yr Immature, 1 mature and 1 age unidentified.
Non-raptor Observations: White Throated Sparrow, Dark Eyed Junco, Red Headed Woodpecker, Cedar Wax Wings, Mourning Doves, Crows and Ravens.
Predictions: Cloudy with rain late morning and afternoon. High of 19C. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/8/25 2:56 pm From: DAVID KOCH <0000012d74227426-dmarc-request...> Subject: Gray kingbird Lancaster County
A gray kingbird was found and confirmed today in the town of Kirkwood along rt 472. This is a farming community and I imagine all kinds of birders will be there tomorrow.
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 13:30:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter: Phil Keener
Observers:
Visitors: 41 to the platform to enjoy the view and beautiful weather, Craig McCoy.
Weather: Temp = 13-17C/55-63F, light to moderate winds out of the NW, clear skies to 10% cloud cover at end of watch with more clouds moving in from west. Bit of haze but visibility still good.
Raptor Observations: The five migrants noted were all recorded by 11:15 and after that the skies were pretty barren. Even the local raptors seemed to take a siesta after 11:30. A peregrine came in from the north, spent about 3-4 minutes soaring, and headed back north and was not counted.
Predictions: Current forecast showing very light rains from mid-morning to mid-afternoon. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Parks Volunteer (<parks...>)
Observation start time: 07:15:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.25 hours
Compiler: Dave Kruel
Counters: Aidan Hannon, Andy Price, Chris Arndt, Rosie Berkin, Scott Morrison
Visitors: 550
Weather: Partly cloudy to mostly cloudy with light northwest becoming west winds 3-10mph
Raptor Observations: Great looks at adult male northern harrier at the end of the day and a subadult golden eagle earlier in the afternoon.
Non-raptor Observations: common loon, double-crested cormorant, horned lark, tree swallow, winter wren, American pipit, red-winged blackbird, common grackle, purple finch, pine siskin
Predictions: Overcast high of 61 and east winds 5-10mph with showers expected throughout the day will shut migration down until cold front moves into the area late in the day. Front is making monday and Tuesday look ideal for a migration pulse. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/8/25 2:07 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (08 Nov 2025) 77 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 08, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 41 285 1540 OS 0 0 149 BE 9 136 579 NH 4 15 144 SS 1 64 2681 CH 2 22 223 AG 0 0 3 RS 2 33 90 BW 0 0 10265 RT 17 267 728 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 28 72 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 6 57 PG 0 4 58 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 1 5 58 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Betsy Shaver, Dave Stimeling , Gene Wagner, Katherine Weber, Pat Freed
Visitors: Aaron Gibelius, John, 84
Weather: The day began with clear blue skies and calm winds, which lasted through the first four hours, when a slight W breeze and some clouds appeared.
Raptor Observations: First bird TV 10:10 Last bird SS 3:30
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>)
Date: 11/8/25 10:56 am From: A. Liebner <000000d98121eaef-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: test
I have Yahoo email and have not problems with PA Birds or Hawkcount.org going to spam.
Ann M. LiebnerWayne Twp. Schuylkill Co
On Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 12:34:10 PM EST, Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> wrote:
I'm not having this type of issue, but people that I know both on and off the listserv tend to go to spam this past year or so, but not people I don't email with. Internets. Blame AI...
Ryan Tomazin
now of Burnsville, MN
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Sent: Saturday, November 8, 2025 12:06 PM
To: <PABIRDS...> <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so.
Ron Burkert
Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA
> On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote:
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Date: 11/8/25 9:34 am From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Re: test
I'm not having this type of issue, but people that I know both on and off the listserv tend to go to spam this past year or so, but not people I don't email with. Internets. Blame AI...
Ryan Tomazin
now of Burnsville, MN
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Sent: Saturday, November 8, 2025 12:06 PM
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Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] test
The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so.
Ron Burkert
Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA
> On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote:
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Date: 11/8/25 9:06 am From: Ron Burkert <000001f506440c4d-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: test
The listserve evidently is using too many bad emails or Comcast.net has changed what they are accepting because I am experiencing the same issue.
Also happening with Hawkcount.org daily hawk watch reports for the past month or so.
Ron Burkert Oakmont, Allegheny Co, PA
> On 11/07/2025 12:02 PM EST Denise Donmoyer <000001e955117cc8-dmarc-request...> wrote: > > > This is a test. For some reason PAbirds e-mails have been going to SPAM > > > > > > Denise Donmoyer > > Sweet Arrow Lake > > Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. > > <nightowl57...>
Date: 11/8/25 8:07 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks CO.
The following were seen or heard on the morning bird walk from the Silver Lake Nature Center located in Bristol PA. Thanks to Linda Rowan for leading the walk.
Mallard
Numberobserved: 24
Observation start time: 09:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: Sandy Cline
Observers: Adam Katrancha, Ed Gowarty,Sr, Nancy Ott
Visitors: Pam & Gary Stenger, Gary Yoder, Steve & Wanda Group, Nancy Ott, Ed Gowarty Sr., Barb & Joe Carrier, Adam Katrancha - thanks to all for sticking around on a slow day!
Weather: mainly cloudy with a few sunny peaks, light ot moderate SSE winds, temp 50's
Raptor Observations: no birds flying until after 1 PM
Non-raptor Observations: chickadees, titmouse, nuthatch, bluejays, mouring dove, robins, ravens, flock of wild turkey in field below; we were entertained by bluebirds fluttering around the boxesin the wildflower meadow
Predictions: Mostly cloudy, winds from the W, highs in the 50's ======================================================================== Report submitted by Sandy Cline (<horseldy...>)
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 3 hours
Official Counter: Fred Paley
Observers: Donna Paley, Mike Sankovich, Tom Warman
Visitors: 9 Visitors. Fred and Barb Zimmerman from Lancaster County.
Weather: 11 Deg C to 15 Deg C, Southwest winds 12 to 18 mph, 50% cloud cover to 100% at final.
Raptor Observations: 1 Immature Bald Eagle migrating. 3 Red-tailed hawks hunting the woods, and 2 adult Bald Eagles circling the area.
Non-raptor Observations: 15 or more Turkey Vultures searching the area for dinner, 5 or 6 Black Vultures also. 4 Ravens. 1 Pileated Woodpecker performed 3 flyovers.
Predictions: Wet to start, West to Northwest winds after daybreak. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Parks Volunteer (<parks...>)
Date: 11/7/25 2:58 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (07 Nov 2025) 76 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 07, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Steve Walthius
Observers: Brian Weaver, JA Mohl, Jarrod Derr, Jay George, Joe Meloney, Kurt & Sally Kraus, Larry Coble, Sue Dibble
Visitors: 10 Birders 4 for view 1 hunter
15 total
Weather: Mostly cloudy, 38 - 58 degree day with constant 10 - 20 mph winds from the southwest.
Raptor Observations: 12 Bald Eagles counted 3 Adults and 9 Juveniles
Non-raptor Observations: Eastern Bluebirds, Ravens and a flock (murder)of 30+ Crows
Predictions: More sunshine and less wind ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/7/25 2:29 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (07 Nov 2025) 149 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 07, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 77 244 1499 OS 0 0 149 BE 34 127 570 NH 0 11 140 SS 4 63 2680 CH 1 20 221 AG 0 0 3 RS 0 31 88 BW 0 0 10265 RT 30 250 711 RL 0 0 0 GE 3 28 72 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 6 57 PG 0 4 58 UA 0 1 41 UB 0 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 0 4 57 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:15:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 9.25 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: David Middleton, Kylie Magnus
Visitors: 264
Weather: Mostly cloudy to overcast with south winds 10-15 mph gusting to 20
Raptor Observations: Day was bookended by juvenile golden eagles.
Non-raptor Observations: great-horned owl, common raven (23), carolina wren, golden-crowned kinglet, yellow-rumped warbler, dark-eyed junco, red-winged blackbird, common grackle (957), brown-headed cowbird, purple finch, pine siskin, american goldfinch ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 10:30:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter: Joshua Potter
Observers:
Visitors: None
Weather: Overcast with sustained winds around 10mph from the south/SSE. Left before the rain started.
Raptor Observations: Raptors that were observed were struggling against the headwinds along the Mifflin County side of the ridge.
BAEA: 12:47pm (adult)
Non-raptor Observations: A few juncos, chickadees, downy woodpeckers, cedar waxwings, and ravens popped by to keep me company. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Joshua Potter (<jep189...>)
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: John Mercer
Observers: Bob Kelly
Visitors: Another wedding in the Gazebo today.
Weather: Partly or mostly cloudy all day, temperatures in the 50's almost reaching 60, but South winds 12 to 16 mph kept it feeling very cool.
Raptor Observations: A low count, winds were discouraging the birds thus what did migrate was low and in slow motion as they battled the headwinds. Usual locals: TV, RT, CH, RS, BV and BE. A Sharp shinned Hawk came up with a few TV, kept getting pushed North until it gave up and dropped into the trees. I counted it anyway since most likely no one will be there to catch it as it tries again tomorrow.
Non-raptor Observations: SSW winds stink, figuratively and literally. They hold back birds from our count and this time of year waft the odor of ripe Ginko fruit over the watch. Two Double-crested Cormorant powered though, but had to circle around at one point to find a less windy path.
Predictions: As of now, no one is scheduled and the car show will make it difficult to hold the count. West winds aren't very promising anyway. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Contributors: Adrian Fenton, Jeanette Green, Deborah Kalbfleisch, Karen Lucas, Chris Lundberg, Jerry McWilliams, Jackson Medeiros, Dan Mendenhall, Grace Muench, Randy Stringer.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 21 October 2025 through Tuesday, 28 October 2025
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NOTE: COMMON LOON, SURF SCOTER, COMMON GOLDENEYE, GREAT EGRET, BLACK VULTURE, PINE SISKIN, AMERICAN TREE SPARROW, TENNESSEE WARBLER continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
At Wingfield Pines on 10/24, 1 MARSH WREN (DM).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
On 10/25 at Pymatuning Spillway, 1 CASPIAN TERN (CL).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle this week, sightings included WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS, SURF/BLACK SCOTERS, RED-THROATED LOON, MERLINS, LONG-TAILED DUCKS, SANDERLING, RED-NECKED GREBE (10/26) (JMc).
On 10/26 at Fairview Business Park, 1 CACKLING GOOSE (JMe).
INDIANA COUNTY:
On 10/25 and 10/28 at Yellow Creek State Park, 1 WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPER (DK et. al.).
LAWRENCE COUNTY:
At the Volant Strips area on 10/27, 5+ SHORT-EARED OWLS (RS).
MERCER COUNTY:
At Maurice K. Goddard State Park on 10/25, 1 ROSS'S GOOSE (JG).
On 10/27 near New Lebanon, 1 WESTERN CATTLE-EGRET (AF et. al.).
SOMERSET COUNTY:
On 10/26 at Lake Somerset, 4 LESSER YELLOWLEGS (KL).
WESTMORELAND COUNTY:
On 10/25 at Powdermill Nature Reserve, 1 NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH (GM).
Contributors: KM Andersen Marc Behr, Jeffrey Chamiec, Eric Hall, Nathan Holmes, Michelle Kienholz, Chris Lundberg, Jerry McWilliams, Abby Mason, Jackson Medieros, Sam Mouck, Kenneth Pinnow, Louisa Wilson, Bill Winkler, Sioux Yatzor.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 14 October 2025 through Tuesday, 21 October 2025
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NOTE: COMMON NIGHTHAWK, SORA, VIRGINIA RAIL, PECTORAL SANDPIPER, FOX SPARROW continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
At Frick Park on 10/15, BAY-BREASTED WARBLER (MK).
On 10/18 at Wingfield Pines, 1 MARSH WREN (JC).
CLARION COUNTY:
Near Callensburg on 10/17, 1 WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPER (NH).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
On 10/15 at Pymatuning Hartstown Project, 2 LONG-BILLED DOWITCHERS, 6 SANDHILL CRANES, 6 GREATER YELLOWLEGS, 2 LESSER YELLOWLEGS, 1 NORTHERN HARRIER (EH); on 10/19, 3 LONG-BILLED DOWITCHERS (EH).
Near Tamarack Lake on 10/15, 1 BAY-BREASTED WARBLER (CL).
On 10/20 at Woodcock Lake, 1 TENNESSEE WARBLER (KP).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle this week, sightings included WHITE-WINGED SCOTER, SURF/BLACK SCOTER, REDHEADS, BLACK BELLIED-PLOVER (10/17), MERLIN, PEREGRINE FALCON (JMc), 2 CACKLING GEESE, GREATER YELLOWLEGS, GREAT BLACK-BACKED GULL (AM), 3 SHORT-BILLED DOWITCHERS (10/17), 1 possible AMERICAN GOSHAWK (LW), 1 possible PARASITIC JAEGER, HORNED LARKS (JMe), 5 REDPOLLS (10/16) (SY via Ebird), 3 REDPOLLS (10/17) (KMA), FORSTER'S TERN (MB).
MERCER COUNTY:
At Shenango Wildlife Area on 10/17, 1 BANK SWALLOW; on 10/19, 3 BANK SWALLOWS (BW).
On 10/20 at Otter Creek wetland, 2 TRUMPETER SWANS (SM).
Comments: A few flocks of scaup were staging welloffshore including mostly Lesser Scaup, at least in the closer flocks. A few Common Loons moving, but otherwise notmuch happening.
Waterbirds recorded:
Mallard 7American Black Duck 9Green-winged Teal 2Ring-necked Duck 6Greater Scaup 40Lesser Scaup 250Scaup species 1135Surf Scoter 1White-winged Scoter 36Bufflehead 11Hooded Merganser 1Red-breasted Merganser 34Horned Grebe 9Common Loon 45
Jerry McWilliams.Erie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 11/6/25 7:29 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (06 Nov 2025) 24 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 06, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Chip Templin
Observers: Bob Peda, Gary Labelle
Visitors: 4 Hunters and 4 Vista Viewers.
Weather: Sunny and Windywith changing cloud cover. Temps 6c-10c. Winds from the Northwest 14 - 16 mph.
Raptor Observations: 10 Bald Eagles counted - 1 Juvenile, 3 Immature (2-3yrs,1-4yr) and 6 mature. 6 Golden Eagles Counted - 2 Juvenile and 4 mature.
Non-raptor Observations: Crows, Ravens, Mourning Doves and Junco in abundance. Found a lack of local Turkey Vultures interesting owing to the windy conditions.
Predictions: Cloudy, High Temperature 12C. Afternoon 16mph with gusts to 30 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 09:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: John Mercer
Observers: Dave Eberly
Visitors: Chris Braudy from Lewis Delaware
Weather: Cool and quite windy, mostly from the NW around 15 mph. Clouds built until around noon then stabilized
Raptor Observations: All Red-shouldered were adults. At one point an adult and two non-adult Eagles were out front, but did not go through. The local Merlin showed up near the end and came back towards me so I could get some nice pictures. They are on eBird on the Rose Tree Park Hotspot. Locals: RT, CH, TV, BE, BV and ML
Non-raptor Observations: Two Common Raven
Predictions: The fairly strong winds will shift to the south, bringing warmer temperatures with real feels of almost 60. Cloud cover should be nice for spotting hawk, but winds may be less than ideal. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Date: 11/6/25 3:58 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (06 Nov 2025) 111 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 06, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 7 167 1422 OS 0 0 149 BE 23 93 536 NH 0 11 140 SS 9 59 2676 CH 6 19 220 AG 0 0 3 RS 4 31 88 BW 0 0 10265 RT 54 220 681 RL 0 0 0 GE 3 25 69 AK 0 0 165 ML 2 6 57 PG 0 4 58 UA 0 1 41 UB 3 8 33 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 0 4 57 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.75 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino, Ron Freed
Observers: Debbie Spinelli, Gene Wagner, Jeff Thompson , Jim Binder, John Meyer, Laura Minnich, Paul Fritz, Regina Gaison, Ron Freed, Steve Dunwoody, Tim Johnson
Visitors: Bruce Beehler, South Mountain Audubon (8), 17
Weather: High in upper 50s F, Mix of light cloud cover, Sturdy northwest winds from sunrise throughout the morning hours while tapering in velocity as the afternoon progressed and shifting to NNW > North later in the count period
Raptor Observations: The morning raptor flight brought a mix of species, as Bald Eagles and Red-tailed Hawks moved steadily southward as the strongest northwest winds of the day blew in during the first hours following daylight. The count would be dominated by these two species for the remainder of the day as they continued to move southward during each hour
The first Golden Eagle did not appear until 11 AM, with the second passing closer to 1 PM (both adults). The flight lines had both birds passing along the north side of the ridge, with the first Golden of the day passing somewhat close while quickly shooting out of the treeline and passing within view for just a few seconds before disappearing behind the trees as it continued south. The second Golden appeared much higher in altitude, passing along a lengthy glide which took the bird along the valley to the north of the ridge
A third Golden passed around 2:30 PM at the highest altitude seen all day, tucked into an uninterrupted glide as it passed overhead and continued south
Non-raptor Observations: Canada Goose 27, Common Loon 9, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 1, Pileated Woodpecker 1, Fish Crow 6, Common Raven 3, Cedar Waxwing 119, Carolina Chickadee 3, Eastern Bluebird 4, American Robin 2, Purple Finch 3, American Goldfinch 4, Pine Siskin 1, Dark-eyed Junco 5, blackbird sp. 300, Common Grackle 552
LFE 0 Monarch 0 Hummingbird 0
Predictions: Variable south winds, cloudy to overcast, High in uppers 50s/60 F ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Observation start time: 10:30:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 5 hours
Official Counter: Phil Keener
Observers:
Visitors: 15
Weather: Temp = 10-11C/50-52F, Consistently strong westerly winds swinging from NNW to WSW throughout with gusts producing "binocular shake". Cloud cover from 60% to 15% by end of watch. Excellent visibility.
Raptor Observations: Not a lot of migrants noted but great looks at both the harrier (juv) and peregrine (adult). Local bald eagle activity higher in am, giving way to very high local BV & TV activity in pm. Local red-taileds constantly kiting throughout.
Non-raptor Observations: One common loon, flock of ~ 100 common grackle.
Predictions: Warmer with strong winds predicted out of the south. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Parks Volunteer (<parks...>)
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.83 hours
Compiler: JF Therrien
Counters: Bill Moses, Chris Arndt, Elizabeth Weed
Visitors: 167
Weather: Clear, NW winds
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 06, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Predictions: Partly sunny, with a high near 56. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Adam Richardson (<poecile.gambeli...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Dave Poder
Observers: Bob Stewart
Visitors: Seven
Weather: Mostly sunny, moderate/strong WNW winds, visibility 35km, temps 2.8C to 6.7C
Raptor Observations: 6 TV, 2 RT
A few local TVs and RTs not counted
Non-raptor Observations: Chickadees, WB nuthatches, Tufted Titmouse, D-e Juncos, Red-bellied and Downy wp, Blue Jays, Crows, Ravens
Predictions: Mostly cloudy, S winds, high temp near 10C ======================================================================== Report submitted by Dave Poder (<avions...>)
Comments: I was not able to access my count site onPresque Isle S.P. this morning since the strong wind last night took out the powerlines at the lighthouse. It isunfortunate, since I think I would have had a banner day there. However, despite most of the ducks being toofar offshore to ID, I did have a decent movement of distant scaup, Red-breastedMerganser and a record-breaking day for Dunlin. One flock of Dunlin I estimated to contain about 250 birds! All birds were moving west.
Non-raptor Observations: The most notable bird was a type 3 EVGR that was heard calling as it flew from Mifflin County into Huntingdon at ~9:25 am. There were also multiple instances in the first two hours of the count of PUFI, including a flock of 8. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Pedro Miranda (<therespedro75...>)
Observation start time: 09:15:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5.25 hours
Official Counter: Chris Pugliese, Tom Bush
Observers: Robin Queenan, Sue Vanasse, Tom Bush
Visitors: Leslie Goldsmith
Weather: Temperatures 40s to low 60s F. Partly cloudy becoming mostly cloudy in the last hour. South winds likely put a damper on migration.
Raptor Observations: Only 3 migrants today.
The usual local raptors were around.
Non-raptor Observations: Red-winged Blackbird: 400 Fish Crow: 12
Predictions: A cold front will move through with strong NW winds. Ideal hawk watching conditions but clouds will be sparse which could make for challenging viewing. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Date: 11/5/25 4:41 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (05 Nov 2025) 67 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 05, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Ed Chubb
Observers: Brian Weaver, Fred Habegger, Gayle Lawrence, Jay George, Joe Meloney, Larry Coble, Sue Dibble, Tom McKinne
Weather: Partly sunny with temps in the 50's to near 70. Winds light to moderate from the SSW in the morning switching to the WNW in the afternoon.
Raptor Observations: Seven species of raptors totaling 34 individuals plus 27 migrating Turkey Vultures. Bald Eagles-2-Adults; 7-Immatures
Non-raptor Observations: The usual local resident small birds PLUS a singing Fox Sparrow that was a wonderful start to the day's activities.
Predictions: A change in the overnight weather conditions with a NW-ly wind should prove beneficial to the Thursday flight. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Date: 11/5/25 2:26 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (05 Nov 2025) 122 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 05, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 47 160 1415 OS 0 0 149 BE 13 70 513 NH 2 11 140 SS 10 50 2667 CH 1 13 214 AG 0 0 3 RS 4 27 84 BW 0 0 10265 RT 34 166 627 RL 0 0 0 GE 7 22 66 AK 0 0 165 ML 2 4 55 PG 1 4 58 UA 0 1 41 UB 1 5 30 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 2 2 UR 0 4 57 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino, Ron Freed
Observers: Betsy Shaver, Gary LaBelle, Gene Wagner, Jeff Thompson , Joe Lavella, John Meyer, Katherine Weber, Ron Freed
Visitors: 9
Weather: High mid 60s F, Steady SW wind throughout the entire count period, Cloudless blue sky early on with cloud cover moving in later into the afternoon/early evening hours
Raptor Observations: At 9:20 an adult golden eagle appeared, interacting with an adult bald eagle. Then it assumed a kiting position into the southwest wind and stayed at the same spot for fifteen minutes, and then drifted down below the trees on the north side. A half hour later it appeared again in the same area, kited for several minutes, then went into a glide over the ridge heading south
The movement of Golden Eagles continued throughout the late morning, with almost all birds passing distant over the valley to the north of the ridge - cutting steadily southwest. The views were challenging, often requiring a scope to get adequate looks, but the push of three Goldens in the 10 AM hour was a nice uptick in raptor momentum. One of the late morning Goldens was first seen distant to the north being harassed by an unkindness of ten Common Ravens as it circled high in a thermal over the valley before tucking into a lengthy glide to the southwest
A lone Grey Ghost male Northern Harrier cut quickly across the south side of the ridge just before noon, as a mix of both Red-shouldered and Red-tailed Hawks pushed steadily along the ridge as well. The Red-shouldered Hawks were often passing along the leeward side of the ridge, while the Red-tailed rode the windward side as the southwest gusts created plenty of updraft for the large Buteos to ride southward
The final Golden Eagle of the day appeared in the same location to the north of the ridge, circling in a thermal below a pair of Turkey Vultures. Both vultures flapping heavily to find extra lift to create distance between themselves and the rising eagle, until the Golden eventually tucked into a glide taking it southwest over the entire valley to the north
First bird SS 7:55 Last bird RT 15:14
Non-raptor Observations: Cedar Waxwing 9, Horned Lark 8, American Pipit 34
LFE 0 Monarchs 0 Hummingbirds 0
Predictions: Tomorrow brings stronger (13-15 mph) northwest winds overnight into the first hours following sunrise, which will persist well into the afternoon hours. Temps will drop considerably compared to today, high of 55 F
It will feel like early November on the ridge, with favorable conditions for raptor migration. We are entering the time window for good Golden Eagle movement and tomorrow could potentially bring a strong flight of Goldens down the ridge and adjacent valleys, alongside Red-tailed Hawks and other late season raptor species
If you're reading this and debating coming up to the ridge tomorrow, come up to the ridge tomorrow ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 05, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Predictions: Sunny, with a high near 50. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Adam Richardson (<poecile.gambeli...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Hannah Mahar
Observers: Doug Wood
Visitors: There were 3 visitors at the lookout today.
Weather: Partly cloudy with Southwest winds. Temperatures 10-16 C.
Raptor Observations: Adult Golden Eagle: 1212, 1239, 1323 Adult Bald Eagle: 1152, 1152, 1325 Immature Bald Eagle: 0856, 0936, 0951, 1148, 1152, 1240, 1312, 1325, 1332
Local Turkey Vultures: 3 Local Black Vultures: 4
Non-raptor Observations: Common Raven (9) Common Grackle (93)
Downy Woodpecker. American Crow. Blue Jay. Black-capped Chickadee. Tufted Titmouse. American Robin. Cedar Waxwing. Song Sparrow. White-throated Sparrow. Dark-eyed Junco. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Predictions: Moderate to strong WNW winds;sunny to partly cloudy;40-50F.
Note: At 3PM the roadways were completely debris free. With wind this evening there could be branches down in the AM. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Rosemary McGlynn (<denali...>)
Date: 11/5/25 12:33 pm From: A. Liebner <000000d98121eaef-dmarc-request...> Subject: B. Eagle, N. Harrier (M&F), Cormorants Sch. Co
Hello all,
November has been nice for birding so far.
The local farmer throws carcasses out in the field next to the buildings that house the chickens. Those dead chickens are a magnet for crows, ravens, eagles, and hawks. On the Saturday, 11/01, I looked out the window to see a large bird picking at a carcass near the chicken farm building across the valley. A flash of white caught my eye; and that turned out to be a beautiful male Northern Harrier dive-bombing the large bird (later ID as a Red-tailed Hawk. That Harrier was persistent and kept up the attack for quite a while. It finally flew off and the Red-tail moved to another carcass closer to the chicken house building. Monday, 11/03, a friend and I went birding at Sweet Arrow Lake. As we made our way to the lakefront, an American Robin landed in the grass by the Clubhouse. A little further along a beautiful male Monarch butterfly fluttered around us, eventually landing in the leaf litter. It was in perfect condition; however since it blended so well with the fallen leaves, it was a challenge to find it in the camera viewfinder to take a photo.
There were many Canada Geese on the lake, some Mallards and two Swans. As we walked along the path to the east we saw White-throats and White-crowned Sparrows, along with House Finches, Song Sparrows, several Tufted Titmouse and some DE Juncos. Sadly we came across a dead buck laying alongside the lake, presumably shot by a bow hunter.
On the way back to the Clubhouse area we spotted two Great Crested Cormorants.
We drove to the SAL Road side parking lot but didn't find anything new there. No Kingfishers, Great Blue Herons or Green Herons.
We then stopped at the parking lot along Swatara Creek at the East end of the Lake and it was there that we saw a lot of small birds: Northern Mockingbird, DE Juncos, Carolina Wren, White-throated Sp., White-crowned Sp., House Finches, Blue Jays, House Sparrows, Mourning Doves, & Goldfinches. A large brown Hawk flew downstream and into the woods but I didn't get a good ID. It's nice to see so many nice size native trees planted along both sides of Swatara Creek.
I came home to Crows and Ravens calling in the distance and the usual yardbirds: Downy, Hairy, and Red-bellied Woodpeckers, White-breasted Nuthatch, Tufted Titmouse, DE Juncos, White-throated Sp., White-crowned Sp., Blue Jays, Mourning Doves, Eastern Bluebird, Song Sparrow, House Finch, Goldfinch, House Sparrow, & Carolina Wren.
This morning an immature Bald Eagle flushed into the air near the buildings when a woman walked down through the fields. Not long after, a beautiful female Northern Harrier soared over the uncut fields, dipping and turning, performing a wonderful Harrier ballet until it finally dropped to the ground to feed on something small.
I resumed feeding peanut butter/cornmeal suet and black oil sunflower seed so the numbers of birds are increasing every day. The predicted cold weather should bring in some new birds.
Happy fall birding,
Ann M. Liebner
Wayne Twp. Schuylkill County
Date: 11/5/25 11:49 am From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Subject: More State Park adventures
For those following my state park visits here is a description although no photos allowed on the listserve. All checklists are at the end. Two more state parks checked off! Friday I headed to Jennings Environmental Center near Slippery Rock first and was not disappointed! One thing I have enjoyed about visiting the state parks is how well-kept they are and good signage on the trails. Some have visitor centers with information, and I learned that Jennings is in what was once a prairie. It was established to preserve native flowers such as Liatris Blazing Star and the Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake which is extremely rare and like other venomous snakes has been targeted by ignorance. Of course, no snakes today with the cold winds and in the 40s when I got there. In fact, not many birds were found the entire day with winds around 12 mph with stronger gusts. There was also a demonstration marsh showing how waterways damaged by strip mining can be remediated. I added a county bird to my list there, Brown Creeper.
BTW I walked on just a bit of the North Country trail and still recall how Carolyn Hoffman shared her experience as a Blog on FB. The North Country Trail extends through 8 states from Vermont to North Dakota, 4800 miles.
Moving on, I headed to Moraine State Park near Butler where I have been several times. I got a real stamp for the state park and also McConnells Mills SP. Be sure to always ask at the big state parks if they have stamps for other small ones nearby. Sometimes there are state forests stamps too. I found a few more birds there when I came upon a brushy area with birds feeding on poison ivy berries. Also added a county life bird there as well, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker.
Next I headed to Beechwood Farms Nature Preserve NE of Pittsburgh. I had been there twice before and although it isnt a state park, it is a great place to visit. I wandered a few trails. Very windy there as well but managed to list 17 birds. I added Black Vulture to my Allegheny list surprised by that but there were the white wingtips and flat wing spread. As I headed back to the car, I was surprised when I heard a Northern Mockingbird across the road. Not one that I expected to find.
Saturday morning brought some nervousness as I was meeting up to travel by boat to Allegheny Islands SP. It is undeveloped with no kiosks with stamps or sign to have a photo with. Ha Ha. No wind today like yesterday and I had probably not been in a boat like that for 50 years. My hosts were very understanding and helped me on and off. The Allegheny River was very quiet also. I learned that people do stop and camp there although I dont think it is really permitted. And Boy Scouts used to have a camp there maybe 70 years ago or more. Knotweed has dominated parts of the area but surprising number of ordinary birds.
If you want a photo of me on the island, you will have to request it. No photos on the Listserv.
This leaves me with 8 parks and maybe 3 trips?
Jennings EEC (Jennings Prairie), Butler, Pennsylvania, US
Oct 31, 2025 10:58 AM - 11:41 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.521 mile(s)
8 species
Red-bellied Woodpecker 2
Blue Jay 2
Black-capped Chickadee 5
Tufted Titmouse 3
Golden-crowned Kinglet 1
Brown Creeper 1
Dark-eyed Junco 8
Swamp Sparrow 1
Moraine SP--South Shore, Butler, Pennsylvania, US
Oct 31, 2025 12:12 PM - 1:14 PM
Protocol: Traveling
2.902 mile(s)
12 species
Ring-billed Gull 70
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 1
Blue Jay 9
American Crow 2
Black-capped Chickadee 3
Tufted Titmouse 1
American Robin 2
American Goldfinch 4
White-throated Sparrow 13
Song Sparrow 2
Yellow-rumped Warbler 4
Northern Cardinal 3
Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve, Allegheny, Pennsylvania, US
Oct 31, 2025 2:22 PM - 3:41 PM
Protocol: Traveling
0.704 mile(s)
17 species
Mourning Dove 2
Black Vulture 2 White wing tips. Flat wings no dihedral.
Red-bellied Woodpecker 2
Hairy Woodpecker 1
Blue Jay 3
American Crow 2
Black-capped Chickadee 1
Tufted Titmouse 3
Golden-crowned Kinglet 2
White-breasted Nuthatch 1
Northern Mockingbird 1 Across the road.
House Finch 2
American Goldfinch 10
Dark-eyed Junco 2
White-throated Sparrow 10 Undercounted.
Song Sparrow 2
Northern Cardinal 3
Allegheny Islands SP, Allegheny, Pennsylvania, US
Nov 1, 2025 9:25 AM - 9:28 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.074 mile(s)
13 species
Canada Goose 5
Mallard 10
Double-crested Cormorant 1
Great Blue Heron 1
Hairy Woodpecker 1
Northern Flicker 2
Blue Jay 3
Carolina Chickadee 1
Carolina Wren 1
American Robin 1
White-throated Sparrow 7
Song Sparrow 1
Northern Cardinal 1
Date: 11/5/25 7:58 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 5, 2025
Location: Sunset Point, PresqueIsle State Park
Date: November 5, 2025
Time: 0645 to 0845 AM
Weather: Variably cloudy, wind SWto 15 mph, waves less than 1’ temp. 53 F.
Comments: Not much different from yesterday, except mostmovement occurred shortly after sunrise then abruptly slowed down for theremainder of the count.
Waterbirds recorded:
American Wigeon 13Mallard 22American Black Duck 3Green-winged Teal 6Ring-necked Duck 4Greater Scaup 6Lesser Scaup 2Scaup species 510Surf Scoter 7White-winged Scoter 9Black Scoter 1Long-tailed Duck 3Bufflehead 45Common Merganser 8Red-breasted Merganser 17Ruddy Duck 4Common Loon 40Loon species 1
Date: 11/4/25 8:05 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (04 Nov 2025) 134 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 04, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 62 113 1368 OS 0 0 149 BE 14 57 500 NH 0 9 138 SS 7 40 2657 CH 6 12 213 AG 0 0 3 RS 3 23 80 BW 0 0 10265 RT 34 132 593 RL 0 0 0 GE 5 15 59 AK 0 0 165 ML 1 2 53 PG 0 3 57 UA 1 1 41 UB 0 4 29 UF 0 0 6 UE 1 2 2 UR 0 4 57 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove, Jess Cosentino, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Debbie Spinelli, Jeff Thompson , Joe Sabo, John Meyer, Paul Fritz, Ron Freed
Visitors: 15, Dickinson Geoscience Course (23)
Weather: High in upper 50s F, Cloudless blue sky all morning and lasting into the afternoon, Steady northwest wind all morning picking up velocity by afternoon
Raptor Observations: Another day with a very slow morning of raptor movement. The wind from the northwest picked up into the afternoon, and the raptor flight followed
The afternoon lull was interupteed by a quick pass of a Merlin as it cut quickly north to south directly across the ridge
The Golden Eagle flight picked up in the mid-afternoon, as eagles began to be detected shortly after 2 PM. Two birds passing in that hour, followed by three more Goldens passing in the 3 PM hour made for a nice push in the late day as sunset crept in and daylight began to fade.
The first Goldens of the afternoon were spotted distant to the north of the ridge, passing high to the southwest over the valley. The Goldens during the 3 PM hour were closer to the ridge, rising up to the north and passing high over the ridge. The late afternoon sun cast a golden glow across the Golden Eagles moving in the cold early November air as the day faded into the western horizon, providing excellent views as the large eagles made long and slow passes southward Last bird SS 4:06
Non-raptor Observations: Common Loon 1, Red-bellied Woodpecker 1, Cedar Waxwing 65, Carolina Wren 2, American Robin 27, Purple Finch 1, American Goldfinch 3, Dark-eyed Junco 4
LFE 0 Hummingbird 0 Monarch 0
Predictions: A warm day up to 70 F, with south winds ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Date: 11/4/25 4:00 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (04 Nov 2025) 30 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 04, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Sue Dibble
Observers: Bob Peda, Fritz Heilman, Kevin Shannon, Larry Coble
Visitors: 3 hunters, 7 vista viewers and 1 FITG security
Weather: WNW winds 8-12 mph, gusts over 20 mph. 46 to 54 degrees F. Blue skies all day. The only clouds visible were distant to the south.
Raptor Observations: Migrating Bald Eagles, 3 adult, 2 immature Golden Eagle, 1 immature @ 3:33pm A late Osprey finished the day @ 4:42pm
Non-raptor Observations: One distant flock of Double Crested Cormorants. 300+ grackles in a couple different flocks.
Predictions: Looks like a beautiful fall day is forecasted with SSW winds, 69 degrees ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Hannah Mahar
Observers: Aidan Hannon , Dan Knarr, Elizabeth Weed, Kylie Magnus
Visitors: There were no visitors at the lookout today.
Weather: Clear skies with Northwest winds. Temperatures 9-13 C.
Raptor Observations: Immature Golden Eagle: 1455, 1519, 1540, 1545 Adult Bald Eagle: 1041, 1042, 1125, 1125, 1314, 1323, Immature Bald Eagle: 0837, 1109, 1132, 1144, 1201, 1358, 1424, 1547
Local Turkey Vultures: 5 Local Black Vultures: 3
Non-raptor Observations: Common Loon (7) Common Raven (32) Red-winged Blackbird (186)
Ruby-crowned Kinglet. American Robin. Cedar Waxwing. White-throated Sparrow. Dark-eyed Junco. Common Grackle. American Goldfinch. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.75 hours
Compiler: JF Therrien
Counters: Chris Arndt, Mara Anderson-Skelly
Weather:
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 04, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Predictions: Partly sunny, with a high near 62. Light southwest wind increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Adam Richardson (<poecile.gambeli...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Jim Rocco
Observers:
Visitors: 2 Mark & Irene Hanna
Weather: Light to moderate winds out of the NW. Average temperature 7.5 degrees (C), Cloud cover 0% to 20%. Visibility clear up to 40 (KM)
Raptor Observations: 10 raptors counted for the day, including 1 Golden Eagle at 10:15
Non-raptor Observations:
doves, starlings, blue jays, white breasted nuthatches, black capped chicadees, crows, downy & hairy woodpeckers,tufted titmouse ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jim Rocco (<jd.jh.rocco...>)
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5.33 hours
Official Counter: Chuck Root, Craig Hedlund
Observers: Alan Simon, Craig Hedlund, Dave Eberly
Weather: Temperatures 50-50 degrees F. Morning clouds gave way to clear deep blue skies in the afternoon. NW winds 10-25 mph.
Raptor Observations: The day held promise but migrants were few and far between.
Non-raptor Observations: Common Raven: 2 Red-winged Blackbirds: 440
Predictions: Similar to today except dreaded SW winds Sunny, with a high near 66. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Date: 11/4/25 9:11 am From: <jerrymcw...> <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County waterbird count for November 4, 2025
Location: Sunset Point, PresqueIsle State Park
Date: November 4, 2025
Time: 0645 to 0915 AM
Weather: Clear, wind W to 15 mph,waves 3’ temp. 50 F.
Comments: There was a modest westward movement ofbirds, with scaup and Red-breasted Mergansers being the dominant species. Separating the two species of scaup still remainsproblematic because of the distance and the light. The Tree Swallow was atreat, but it would have been better had it been a Cave Swallow, since now isusually when they turn up.
Date: 11/3/25 5:48 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (03 Nov 2025) 98 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 03, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 7 51 1306 OS 0 0 149 BE 8 43 486 NH 7 9 138 SS 21 33 2650 CH 2 6 207 AG 0 0 3 RS 7 20 77 BW 0 0 10265 RT 40 98 559 RL 0 0 0 GE 3 10 54 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 1 52 PG 2 3 57 UA 0 0 40 UB 0 4 29 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 1 1 UR 1 4 57 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 7.75 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers: Bob Verdon, Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Jeff Thompson , Joe Sabo, Pat Freed, Ron Freed
Visitors: 18, Dickinson Geoscience Course (22), One dog
Weather: High 62 F, No clouds all morning with cloud cover moving in by afternoon, Heavy overcast moving in as front shifting towards the ridge, with light cloud cover all afternoon, Light to moderate SW winds for count period after noon
Raptor Observations: For another day, the morning hours saw minimal to no raptor movement down the ridge. By afternoon, the southwest wind picked up velocity and cloud cover moved in as a front shifted in from the southwest. Raptor movement increased as the day progressed
A trio of Northern Harriers passed together in unison down the south side of the ridge, shooting out over the valley. Lots of great looks at Red-shouldered Hawks moving down the ridge as well. A couple young Peregrine Falcons made quick but close passes directly down the spine of the ridge
The 1 PM hour brought a duo of Golden Eagles down the south side of the ridge, passing approximately 40 minutes between one another. Both birds appeared distant to the northeast, circling up over the horizon and passing parallel to the ridge while working southwest
Around 3:15 PM, a third subadult Golden Eagle appeared circling in a thermal very distant to the north of the ridge, taking its time to find lift in the hefty southwest winds of the afternoon. The Golden spent several minutes rotating as the late day sun cast a nice golden wash over its chocolate brown and pearl white plumage, before it tucked into a glide and tried to make some southbound progress. It took a while but the eagle continued steadily over the valley to the north of the ridge, by the time it passed out of the view to the south the bird has spent well over ten minutes providing an excellent afternoon view of the day's third Golden Eagle - the 54th for fall so far
Date: 11/3/25 5:33 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (03 Nov 2025) 50 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 03, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Gary LaBelle
Observers: Brian Weaver, Larry Coble
Visitors: 2 observers, 2 hunters, 1 for view =5
Weather: Calm wind changing to light south wind then shifting to west at the end of the count. Partly cloudy with temperature from 45 to 65 F. A beautiful day to be out on the mountain.
Raptor Observations: Adult BE not counted
Non-raptor Observations: A flock of 100+ blackbirds, smaller flocks of Common grackles and Robins, many juncos and white-throated sparrows.
Predictions: Sunny, with a high near 61. West wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph (NWS forecast for Fort Indiantown Gap) ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Hannah Mahar
Observers:
Visitors: There was 1 visitor at the lookout today.
Weather: Partly cloudy with light Southwest winds. Temperatures 10-13 C.
Raptor Observations: Immature Bald Eagle: 1217, 1239, 1314
Local Turkey Vultures: 4 Local Black Vultures: 6
Non-raptor Observations: Monarch Butterfly (1) Double-crested Cormorant (15) Common Raven (13) Eastern Bluebird (6) Red-winged Blackbird (135) Common Grackle (65)
Downy Woodpecker. Hairy Woodpecker. American Crow. Blue Jay. Ruby-crowned Kinglet. American Robin. Cedar Waxwing. Song Sparrow. White-throated Sparrow. Chipping Sparrow. Dark-eyed Junco. Purple Finch. American Goldfinch. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Kittatinny counter/l goodrich (<goodrich...>)
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 03, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Predictions: Sunny, with a high near 56. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Adam Richardson (<poecile.gambeli...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Chris Pugliese, Dave Eberly
Observers: Dave Eberly
Visitors: David
Weather: Overcast until 2 pm then skies cleared. Comfortable temperatures. Very light south winds.
Raptor Observations: Just four migrating Turkey Vultures and one migrating Red-tailed Hawk. Looking at other hawk watch reports it was a slow day all around in our region.
Very few local raptors today. The first red-tails didn't appear until after 3 pm when the clouds cleared. Our local Merlin perched atop a Gingko for about 20 minutes.
Non-raptor Observations: Tree Swallows: 8 Eastern Bluebird:2 Pileated Woodpecker: a flyover pair Starlings:40 Fish Crow:2
Predictions: Clear sky. More favorable winds Sunny, with a high near 59. West wind 10 to 15 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Raptor Observations: Over 10 species of raptors today including a great look at a male Northern Harrier and adult Peregrine Falcon flying close on the south side of the lookout.
Non-raptor Observations: Over 300 blackbirds, 150 American Robins, 18 American Crow, 91 Dark-eyed juncos, 22 American goldfinches ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Nancy Ott
Observers: Greg Gdula
Visitors: 5 brief visitors.
Weather: Cold windy. west winds gusted noted up to 28mph. Partly cloudy with periods of heavier clouds that made it colder.
Raptor Observations: 9 raptors with count of 6 TV's helped most. Good day and best was coming home to look out of my window in a warm house at the male harrier hunting.
Non-raptor Observations: Downy wp-male and female, red bellied wp, nuthatch, chickadee, blue jays, robins, house finches, ravens, tufted titmouses, juncos, crows, and a yellow bellied bird that appeared to be- by looking up ID -yellow bellied warbler.
Predictions: West/NW winds with gusts up in the 30 mph. temps close to 50. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Nancy Ott (<ednancy.ott...>)
Observation start time: 09:45:00 Observation end time: 14:15:00 Total observation time: 4.5 hours
Official Counter: Chris Pugliese
Observers: Alan Simon
Visitors: Robin Queenan, Greg Nichols
Weather: Temperatures 50-60 degrees. Mostly clear skies with a few clouds showing up in the afternoon made for challenging viewing. Minimal winds from the east turning southerly
Raptor Observations: Despite the challenging conditions and lack of decent winds some Turkey Vultures and Red-shouldered Hawks were moving through.
Predictions: Could be a slow one. cloudy with light SW winds and a slight chance of light rain. Temperatures similar to today. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: https://bcdelco.org/activities/rose-tree-park-hawkwatch/
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 02, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Rick Morrissey
Observers: Joe Farkas, Kathie Romano, Wendy Bailey
Visitors: We had 181 visitors today including our three volunteer observers. Many families, families with children of all ages, it was a great time to conduct the count on the South Lookout.
A highlight for me today was catching up with two longtime volunteer observers, with the end of the count fast approaching at the end of the month, it was good to see Joe Farkas and Kathie Romano. Wish their were more birds, yet it left us time to catch up. Also joining our observer team today was 'eagle eye' Wendy Bailey, doing what she usually does, pointing out afternoon raptors before the multi-colored Asian took their toll.
Getting back to our visitors, an early standout was the Lundquist family with their four kiddos and 'Dunkin' their dog. The Lundquists are an amazing nature and sports oriented family, who are frequent 'flyers' at BOK. The told me a great story where they met folks visiting from Germany right before Thanksgiving. These wayward travelers were at the knob after visiting Germansville thinking it was going to be a village reminding them of their homeland. After some discussions, the Lundquists invited the German travelers to their family Thanksgiving dinner. A pretty cool BOK story that I am now glad to submit to the 'LGNC story vault.'
OK, did you ever want a subject matter expert to fully explain the main topic of discussion at a party, or in this case in the afternoon on the knob, "all of the freakin invading lady beetles adorning our bodies!" Enter William and Suzanne to explain everything. Suzanne, aka of Bug Lady Consulting, she just held an improntu class teaching us all about Farmscaping and Insectary Plantings in particular as she consults agriculture corporations all over the country. Turns out Harmonia axyridis is beneficial to crops such as soybeans as a biocontrol predator for invasive aphids. Who knew?
So the moral here, like this report somehow needs moral guidelines, is be kind to German tourists who arrive in Germansville looking for hospitality and also be kind to multi-colored non-native Lady bird beetles because they actually are just looking for a meal as well.
Weather: Plentiful sunshine 'pillar to post,' with light afternoon cloud cover ranging from 5-15%. The low temperature was 44F and a high temperature of 57F was recorded at 1500 EST. A beautiful day for our visitors at the BOK South Hawkwatch, yet variable winds in the morning ranging from 0-2 mph, and 1-3 mph SW/WSW winds in the afternoon greatly limited today's migration.
Raptor Observations: The Observation Point today was from the South Lookout. For the first three hours even the vulture count was lacking with a sunshine filled sky. Our morning drama was if and when our high vulture count would surpass two Turkey Vultures.
Then very low, approaching the North side of the 'hump', a long tailed gray buteo sized raptor tried to sneak by our observers. Luckily before it flew behind the trees of the North Lookout, the 'white rump diaper' of this raptor gave us every indication that we had seen a male Northern Harrier. It was not until the noon hour that we started to see some high flying Redtailed Hawks (6) and a pretty good look at an adult Red-shouldered Hawk. A regular three hour flight of Redtailed Hawks ensued, yet on a slow day that tally was just 13, plus just two accipiters rounding out the afternoon flight. In the 1500 EST hour, after all of the observers called it a day, a very close not so high adult Bald Eagle was lit up by the setting sun. This was the second week in a row that I described the final migrating raptor with the same words. There were over 20 visitors still at the lookout, so it was a privilege to draw attention to what many would say is a rare event. A pretty nice 'gig' indeed.
Bald Eagles (2) - 1243 (Adult); 1545 (Adult)
I was going to end the count 1600, yet the late Bald Eagle had me 'quigged' to now stay 30 minutes longer to 1615 EST. The 'Qiugg' rule is a long standing unwritten code of BOK hawk counters that I have always followed. Not sure what the penalty is for not following a 'rule' that hawk counter from twenty years ago made up, maybe as a joke. His name was/is Gallus Quigley, come to think of it, not sure he even followed it!
Non-raptor Observations: The talk of 'Knob' today, once the rocks warmed up, was the Insecta class genus 'Harmonia axyridis' ladybird (beetle) known as the multicolored Asian Lady Beetle. The phones were 'alive' with searches like 'what's this yellow goop on the beetle, is it a fungus? Early on we observed some Downy WP's, some chickadees, later Ravens, but the 'Lady Birds' ruled. So much so, we lost two observers because of these rampant body rovers. This is November, correct?
Predictions: Partly sunny with high temperatures around 60F. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Lehigh Gap Nature Center (<mail...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Date: 11/2/25 5:13 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Waggoner's Gap (02 Nov 2025) 107 Raptors
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 02, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 11 TV 32 44 1299 OS 0 0 149 BE 16 35 478 NH 2 2 131 SS 5 12 2629 CH 1 4 205 AG 0 0 3 RS 10 13 70 BW 0 0 10265 RT 35 58 519 RL 0 0 0 GE 1 7 51 AK 0 0 165 ML 0 1 52 PG 1 1 55 UA 0 0 40 UB 4 4 29 UF 0 0 6 UE 0 1 1 UR 0 3 56 SK 0 0 1
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Jess Cosentino
Observers: Abby Sentz, Doris Brookens, Gene Wagner, Jeremy Scheivert, Joe Gyekis, Laurie Goodrich
Visitors: 97, 3 dogs
Weather:
Raptor Observations: The morning hours brought very little for raptor movement down the ridge, despite a nice passerine morning flight dominated by well over 100 Purple Finches, coupled with southbound flocks of both American Pipits and American Robins
Following noon, the southeast wind picked up in velocity and raptor momentum increased as well. The day's flight was dominated by Buteos, as a mix of Red-tailed and Red-shouldered Hawks continued to appear up the ridge to the north and work their way southwest, often passing directly overhead providing excellent views from below. The push of Red-Shouldered Hawks moved steadily down the spine of the ridge, flapping erratically while working their way south as the Red-tailed Hawks moved on similar lines in sturdy glides, barely using thermal lift but riding the ridge updrafts on their way southward
While the morning hours were relatively slow for raptor movement, at 3 PM a large raptor was seen circling in a distant thermal to the north of the ridge. Only a few passes were needed to spot the distinct white at the base of the tail coupled with the small head size relative to the tail length. The light tawnny bar along the upper parts revealed the day's first and only subadult Golden Eagle, which took several minutes to find lift over the valley to the north before fixing itself into a glide that took the bird steadily southwest along the valley to the north of the ridge. The eagle never passed close; however, it did provide an excellent extended view was it rode the southeast winds before disappearing behind the treeline
First bird TUVU 1018 Last bird BAEA 1554
Non-raptor Observations: Red-bellied Woodpecker 2, Downy Woodpecker 1, Hairy Woodpecker 1, Pileated Woodpecker 1, Cedar Waxwing 227, Horned Lark 4, Carolina Wren 1, Red-breasted Nuthatch 4, European Starling 80, Eastern Bluebird 18, American Robin 139, American Pipit 36, finch sp. 1, Purple Finch 178, American Goldfinch 4, Pine Siskin 2, Dark-eyed Junco 9, Red-winged Blackbird 16, Common Grackle 1100, Yellow-rumped Warbler 4, Monarch 1
Shortly before the day's only Golden Eagle passed along the ridge, visitors to the ridge began to make commotion about some animals in the forest nearby below the hawkwatch. The parents of a child repeatedly told their child to come down from the rocks to leave, but they replied "I just saw some bears!"
A quick glance down off the south side of the ridge into the forest revealed exactly that - three large Black Bears - A female mother bear trailed by two large cubs - as they slowly traversed and crashed through the dense understory towards the south overlook and roadway. There was a brief moment of commotion as hawkwatch visitors ran back up the trail while yelling, "Bear!"
The Ursus trio meandered southward down the gap and eventually crossed the busy roadway unharmed, before continuing onward into the forest on the opposite side. This was a mammal species first for this fall season, pairing along the Eastern Chipmunks and Northern Red-backed Voles frequently observed on the ridge throughout the season, so far
LFE 0 Monarch 1 Hummingbird 0
Three Black Bears (Mom and two cubs) walking south down the ridge below the hawkwatch and crossing the road!
Predictions: High in lower 60s F, Moderate (11 mph) southwest wind increasing by afternoon ======================================================================== Report submitted by WG Counter ()
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Erika Bowman
Observers: Dave Darney, Dave Poder, Ed Gowarty,Sr, Kim VanFleet, Randy Flament
Visitors: Dave Darney, Randy Flament, Dave Poder, Ed Gowarty, Sr, Brad Bellas, Kim Van Fleet, Evan Caravelli
Evan saw his 1st Golden Eagle to bring his life count to #1,000!
Weather: Started with light South winds which gradually got stronger and a more SE. The flight stopped when it became cloudy but the clouds broke up and the flight started again.
Raptor Observations: Adult Golden Eagle 12:30 Bald Eagle Adult 2:33, 2:33 Bald Eagle Sub Adult 4:04
Another Golden Eagle and Bald Eagle was seen but went North
A Sharp-shinned Hawk dove right above our heads and tried to catch a songbird from our feeder then landed a short distance in the woods.
Non-raptor Observations: Red-bellied WP, Downy WP, Hairy WP, Pileated WP, N Flicker, Blue Jay, A Crow, C Raven, BC Chickadee, T Titmouse, WB Nuthatch, E Bluebird, Purple Finch, A Goldfinch, DE Junco, N Cardinal
Predictions: Partly cloudy skies. High 58F. Winds WSW at 10 to 20 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Erika Bowman (<dizzechick...>)
Date: 11/2/25 3:58 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (02 Nov 2025) 63 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Nov 02, 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Thom Kurtz
Observers: Jonathan Heller, Mary Brenner, Nancy Clupper, TED NICHOLS
Visitors: vista viewers 6
Weather: winds light out of the S and S, temperature range 51 to 60 degrees F, cloud cover 1 to 10 percent
Raptor Observations: 2 Adult BE, 2 Ge eagles,1 adult and 2nd not aged
Non-raptor Observations: blue jays, Juncos (25 +), 25 robins, song sparrow, cedar waxwings, 2 blue birds, cardinals, blue headed vireo, purple finches, American crow aand 1 raven
Predictions: temperatures similar to today, partly sunny with hours of full sun, winds out of the E, S, and W ======================================================================== Report submitted by Frederick Wilcox (<Ftw539...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: Facebook. Second Mountain Hawk Watch
Observation start time: 07:15:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 9.25 hours
Compiler: Andy Wlasniewski
Counters: Aidan Hannon, David Barber, Elizabeth Weed, Greg George
Visitors: 606
Weather: Clear to partly cloudy with NW/SW/WNW winds 19 mph
Raptor Observations: Great looks at two flapping bald eagles late in the day.
Non-raptor Observations: double-crested cormorants (115), blue jay, winter wren, golden-crowned kinglet, hermit thrush, eastern bluebird, yellow-rumped warbler, red-winged blackbird (1133), common grackle (129), purple finch, house finch, pine siskin, american goldfinch
Predictions: Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 11/2/25 5:13 am From: jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: don't feed this!
SORRY! My title bar should have said -- "Don''t READ this!"
I was simply wishing to post the article on the dangers of feeding bread, and I couldn't get it out of the oven!
Enjoy your day!
jjk
Pgh
On Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 08:07:18 AM EST, jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> wrote:
The Surprising Food You Should Never Feed Wild Birds
On Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 08:05:14 AM EST, jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> wrote:
Saw this today, and with "feeding season," coming on us, thought it a good reminder -- Throwing bread or any baked product to any avian species (e.g. from waterfowl to the ubiquitous HS) is never a good idea.
Thanks,
Jerry Kruth
Pgh
The Surprising Food You Should Never Feed Wild Birds
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The Surprising Food You Should Never Feed Wild Birds
Date: 11/2/25 5:07 am From: jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: don't feed this!
The Surprising Food You Should Never Feed Wild Birds
On Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 08:05:14 AM EST, jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> wrote:
Saw this today, and with "feeding season," coming on us, thought it a good reminder -- Throwing bread or any baked product to any avian species (e.g. from waterfowl to the ubiquitous HS) is never a good idea.
Thanks,
Jerry Kruth
Pgh
The Surprising Food You Should Never Feed Wild Birds
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The Surprising Food You Should Never Feed Wild Birds
Date: 11/2/25 5:05 am From: jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> Subject: don't feed this!
Saw this today, and with "feeding season," coming on us, thought it a good reminder -- Throwing bread or any baked product to any avian species (e.g. from waterfowl to the ubiquitous HS) is never a good idea.
Thanks,
Jerry Kruth
Pgh
The Surprising Food You Should Never Feed Wild Birds
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The Surprising Food You Should Never Feed Wild Birds
