Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Mike Jaber, Paul Gosselin
Observers: Hugh Kent, Liz Kent, Peter Veighey
Visitors: Big thanks to Mike, and Paul for sharing official counter duties with Hugh and Liz observing and Peter who helped out counting the Blue Jays. It was good to see Mike and Stephanie again, and Rachel and Nikki who took a great interest in the hawk watch.
Weather: The wind was light from the south. Generally clear sky but hazy. Temperature almost reach 27c in the afternoon.
Raptor Observations: Turkey Vultures took top spot with 1006, trailed by Sharp-Shinned Hawks at 92. The remainder didn't reach double figures.
Non-raptor Observations: Blue Jay numbers maintained high at 41,770. Fair numbers of birds down low around the tower. A Northern Water snake was seen crossing the trail towards marsh. The list is at: https://ebird.org/checklist/S277274488
Predictions: The forecast for tomorrow is similar to today but the wind is slightly stronger than today. Hopefully that will mean more raptors flying. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Paul Gosselin (<paulgosselin25...>) Holiday Beach Hawk Watch information may be found at: http://hbmo.ca/
