Date: September 14, 2024
Time: 11:33 AM - 12:20 PM
Distance: 0.54 miles
Protocol: Traveling
Weather Conditions: Clear skies, warm, and calm
Total Species Observed: 18 species (22 individuals)
Participants: 14
Today’s bird walk began with a quiet atmosphere, but the 14 participants remained engaged, enjoying the serene beauty of the surroundings. Though the early part of the walk was slow in terms of bird activity, the pleasant weather promised a rewarding experience. As the morning heated up, so did the bird activity, leading to a memorable conclusion. Along with familiar resident species, the sighting of several migratory birds added an extra thrill to the tour.
Species Observed:
Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) – 1
Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura) – 3
Chimney Swift (Chaetura pelagica) – 2
Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus) – 2
Downy Woodpecker (Dryobates pubescens) – 1
Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus) – 1
Eastern Wood-Pewee (Contopus virens) – 1
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) – 3
American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos) – 1
Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) – 1
Tufted Titmouse (Baeolophus bicolor) – 1
Carolina Wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus) – 1
European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) – 2
Gray Catbird (Dumetella carolinensis) – 1
House Finch (Haemorhous mexicanus) – 1
American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis) – 2
Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) – 2
Rose-breasted Grosbeak (Pheucticus ludovicianus) – 1
Palm Warbler (Setophaga palmarum) – 1
The highlight of the day was the sighting of the Rose-breasted Grosbeak, a colorful visitor that delighted participants toward the end of the walk. The unexpected appearance of a Palm Warbler also added excitement, especially for those interested in migratory species.
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This report was generated by eBird v3.
Thank you to all those that let me share my love for birds,
Andrew Dapkins
Owner and Guide
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