Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Hugh Kent, Noel Herdman
Observers: Daniel Lee, Liz Kent, Mike Jaber, Noel Herdman, Olga Klekner
Visitors: Thanks to Noel for starting off the day and to Liz, Mike, Noel, Daniel and Olga for picking out those hard to see Raptors to the north and counting wave after wave of Blue Jays. It was good to meet Patrick from Owen Sound, Bill from New Brunswick, Johan and Jennifer who all showed a great interest in the Hawk Watch.
Weather: Moderate wind from West turning SW in afternoon. Clear skies with small amount of cloud appearing from midday. Temperature mostly about low 20s but rose to 25c in mid afternoon. Visibility good, no haze today.
Raptor Observations: Same story as last few days with Sharp-shinned Hawk (204) the most numerous. American Kestrel (16) numbers fell from high of yesterday. Turkey Vulture (80) gradually increasing.
Non-raptor Observations: Another big wave of Blue Jays (25740). Brown Thrasher has been present for a few days and first appearance of American Coot (24) on the marsh today. Good flight of Dragonflies (47) and Monarchs (33). The list is at: https://ebird.org/checklist/S275630951
Predictions: Forecast is similar to today, so I guess we can hope for the same mix and number of raptors. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Hugh Kent (<Hughnkent...>) Holiday Beach Hawk Watch information may be found at: http://hbmo.ca/
