Observation start time: 08:00:00
Observation end time: 15:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Maili Waters
Observers: Daena Ford, Mike Tetlow, Robin Morey, Rosemary Reilly,
Vid Killius
Visitors:
8
Weather:
Today was mostly cloudy with SSW winds at 5-10mph. Temps started in the low
20 and reached a high of 33F.
Raptor Observations:
The very first migrating bird of the day was an immature Golden Eagle! It
was a high flying migrant that circled a few times before continuing
eastward. The most abundant species today was Bald Eagle with a total of
22. There were a handful of Turkey Vultures, 5 Red-tailed Hawks, and two
Red-shouldered Hawks.
Non-raptor Observations:
There was an increase in the numbers of ducks on the bay today. The bay,
which was completely open yesterday, was 80% iced over this morning. The
lack of open water really concentrated the ducks into small open areas.
There were over a thousand Ring-necked Ducks, nearly 500 American Wigeon,
and almost 300 Green-winged Teal.
Predictions:
Tomorrow�s weather: Cloudy. Slight chance of rain showers. Temps will reach
a high of 42F. Winds will be WSW at 10-15mph. The wind direction is good,
so I think there will be some movement. However, depending on how overcast
it is, the flight might be minimal.
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Report submitted by Maili Waters (<mailirwaters...>)
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