Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Erik van den Kieboom
Observers: Hugh Kent, Liz Kent, Mike Jaber, Noel Herdman
Visitors: We would like to thank Mike, Noel, and Dan for helping with the count today. We would also like to thank Lou, Toni, Corinne, Alex, Bonny, and Robin for visiting us today.
Weather: Sunny with some cloud and temperatures increasing from 14 to 22C during the count period. Winds today were light, starting in the north then shifting to the south.
Raptor Observations: Lower numbers of most species than previous days. Still good numbers of Turkey Vultures and Sharp-shinned Hawks moving. Some highlights included an American Goshawk and a Peregrine Falcon.
Non-raptor Observations: Including raptors, 73 species were recorded today. Some highlights included 800 American White Pelicans and a few Wilson's Snipe. Today's ebird list can be found here: https://ebird.org/checklist/S279213241
Predictions: Tomorrow is expected to be sunny with some cloud and a moderate north wind. This will likely push more raptors toward the tower, allowing for good viewing conditions. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Erik van den Kieboom (<ErikKieboom...>) Holiday Beach Hawk Watch information may be found at: http://hbmo.ca/
