Observation start time: 09:30:00 Observation end time: 14:45:00 Total observation time: 5.25 hours
Official Counter: John Weeks
Observers: Austin Stokes, John Weeks
Visitors: Steve Tysz and his dog Luna; once again, Steve pointed out several birds I would otherwise have missed.
Weather: Mostly sunny (cloud-cover down to 5% by mid-afternoon); dense haze at horizon level; wind NNW to NW 10-15 mph. Temperature 60-62 F.
Raptor Observations: Seven species of migrants noted today, with Turkey Vultures the most numerous. A late-season, juvenile Peregrine Falcon was one of two highlights of the watch (see non-raptor observations for the other). Red-tails still stubbornly refuse to begin moving south at this site.
Non-raptor Observations: BIRD OF THE DAY: Two SANDHILL CRANES flew over the Hill at 10:55 EDT ??? only the fourth record at this site that I know of. Mourning Doves 2, Down Woodpecker, Blue Jays 2, American Crows ca. 30, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadees 3, Ruby-crowned Kinglets 2, Cedar Waxwings ca. 12, Eastern Bluebird, Hermit Thrush, Purple Finches 7, Dark-eyed Juncos 6, Savannah Sparrow, Song Sparrow, Yellow-rumped Warbler. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Weeks (<aerie.john...>)
