SMRR- Lake Erie Metropark Brownstown, Michigan, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Oct 02, 2003 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- Black Vulture 1 1 1 Turkey Vulture 1487 1643 3499 Osprey 3 7 211 Bald Eagle 14 19 99 Northern Harrier 47 61 317 Sharp-shinned Hawk 302 571 5043 Cooper's Hawk 12 20 150 Northern Goshawk 0 0 0 Red-shouldered Hawk 1 1 1 Broad-winged Hawk 2535 4256 78044 Red-tailed Hawk 16 23 126 Rough-legged Hawk 0 0 0 Golden Eagle 0 1 1 American Kestrel 28 120 1681 Merlin 0 1 61 Peregrine Falcon 2 5 46 Unknown 0 0 0 Swainson's Hawk 0 0 4 Total: 4448 6729 89284 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 9.5 hours Official Counter: Calvin Brennan Observers: John Elliot, Raburn Howland Weather: Today was reminiscent of those days that are typical of late October and early November rather than this date. There was a definite uncomfortable chill early in the day but the afternoon sun made it seem quite pleasant and comfortable. Observations: The count began at the boat launch but as more of the flight gravitated towards the lake in response to the northwest wind, a switch to Point Mouillee was made. Considerable numbers of Broad-wings were recorded as well as the best push of TVs so far this fall. One of the mixed vulture-buteo groups in mid afternoon held an extra special member which caused quite a stir in those assembled at the time, namely a Black Vulture, a new species for the hawkwatch. Several other species had their best showings of the season including Bald Eagle and Northern Harrier. Also, the first Red-shouldered Hawk of the fall was seen, a juvenile. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Calvin Brennan ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) SMRR- Lake Erie Metropark information may be found at: http://www.smrr.net/ The primary site used by Southeastern Michigan Raptor Research (SMRR) is the Boat Launch at Lake Erie Metropark located approximately 20 miles south of Detroit, Michigan. A secondary site, the Headquarters of Pointe Mouillee State Game Area can be used during certain wind conditions. When staffing is available, both sites can be used at the same time. The season begins on the first day of September and concludes on the final day of November. For details and directions, log on to www.smrr.net The stipend for the 2003 season counter was provided by DTE Energy. Visit www.dteenergy.com to learn more! [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.ofo.ca/ontbirdsguide.htm for information on leaving and joining the list. As well as general information and content guidelines.
