Owl Update 7/28/2021
Although we are still catching the occasional adult Northern Saw-whet Owl (NSWO), the juveniles have effectively taken over. Since our last post, we have banded 107 juvenile NSWO and just three adults. We had [...]
Less Time, More Treasures
Unfortunately, this will be my last "quick-update style" blog of the season. This is because, as much as it pains me to admit it, my next blog will be my last one. At the [...]
Owl Update 7-21-2021
The transition we often see at this time of the year, when juvenile Northern Saw-whet Owl (NSWO) numbers increase and adult NSWO numbers decrease, took place this past week. Since our last post, we [...]
Mid-July Update
This week Whitefish Point has been graced with warm weather (albeit with some rain) and an astounding lack of biting insects. I assume these factors could help explain why the Point has been the [...]
Owl Update 7/13/2021
Although the recent nights did not produce more surprises this week, the owls have remained relatively steady. We've been able to open all 13 nights of the season so far and have banded one [...]
Waving Flags and Tiny, Tiny Birds
Surprise! Our two remaining Piping Plover nests have hatched early! In addition to the arrival of wild crowds and star-spangled banners, Whitefish Point had a few new fluffy visitors on Independence Day. While the [...]