Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 15:00:00
Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Maili Waters
Observers: Cliff Dekdebrun, Greg Sanda, Mike Tetlow, Nate Ukens,
Shannon Sanda, Vid Killius
Visitors:
10
Weather:
Today started off with overcast skies and temps in the low 30s. Eventually
the cloud cover started to break up and the sun came out. Temps rose to a
high of 44F. Winds were from the SSW at 10-15mph. Around 2:45pm the lake
breeze took over and the flight stopped.
Raptor Observations:
We had 135 individuals across 8 different species. Turkey Vultures
continue to be the most numerous species with a total of 94. Red-tailed
Hawks were the second most abundant species with a total of 22. There were
a few Bald Eagles, Cooper�s Hawks, and Red-shouldered Hawks. The highlight
of the day was an immature American Goshawk!! It was heading east along the
lakeshore above the trees. It then circled several times providing nice,
but relatively distant, views.
Non-raptor Observations:
Other birds seen today include two Eastern Meadowlarks, several Horned
Larks, and a beautiful Iceland Gull that flew right over the platform!
Predictions:
Tomorrow�s weather: Rain early, then remaining cloudy with showers in the
afternoon. Temps will reach a high around 47F. Winds will be from the SE at
10-20mph. I�m not expecting too much movement considering the amount of
rain that is predicted.
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Report submitted by Maili Waters (<mailirwaters...>)
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