Observation start time: 09:00:00
Observation end time: 15:00:00
Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: Maili Waters
Observers: Pat Martin, Vid Killius
Visitors:
6
Weather:
Today started with some snow and sleet, thankfully clearing around 10am. It
became partly sunny with temps in the 30s and NW winds at 15-20mph. Over
the course of the day it became mostly sunny and temps reached a high of
41F.
Raptor Observations:
Turkey Vultures were the most abundant species today with a total of 137.
Mixed in with the vultures were a few Red-tailed Hawks, Sharp-shinned
Hawks, and Bald Eagles. The highlight of the day was the first Broad-winged
Hawk of the season!!
Non-raptor Observations:
Non-raptors: Bonaparte's Gulls were on the move today! There were a total
of 378 seen coming into the bay and going up Salmon Creek. Mixed in with
the flocks of Bonaparte�s were 3 different Little Gulls! There was also an
immature Iceland Gull flying around.
Predictions:
Tomorrow�s weather: Windy with scattered snow showers in the morning. Winds
will be WNW at 20-30mph. Temps will be in the low 30s. Some sun might peek
through in the afternoon. With the northerly winds and overcast skies, I�m
not expecting much raptor migration. Looking ahead, Thursday looks like
there could be a good flight! There will be SSW winds at 10-20mph and temps
will reach a high of 64F. Fingers crossed this forecast sticks!
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Report submitted by Maili Waters (<mailirwaters...>)
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