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Owl Banding Update: September 29–October 5
Northern Saw-whet Owl This week was a [...]
Sightings Update 10/4/2021
Highlights: Ash-throated Flycatcher (pictured above), LeConte’s Sparrow, and Black-backed Woodpecker [...]
Week 7 of the Fall 2021 Waterbird Count
Waterbird Highlights: This week (Sept. 24–30) marks the halfway [...]
Owl Banding Update: September 22–28
Long-eared Owl The week started off slow as [...]
Sightings Update 9/27/2021
LeConte's Sparrow (left) & Harris's Sparrow (right) Highlights: [...]
Week 6 of the Fall 2021 Waterbird Count
Waterbird Highlights: Here are some notable sightings during the [...]
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This blog is your go-to for recent sightings at the Point, including both the usual suspects and the rare species that have been spotted, more in-depth looks at the habitats found here, educational programming being offered, and more. The unique juxtaposition of land and water at the Point funnels many birds through WPBO and over 340 species have been identified at the Point. Be sure to check this blog for regular updates!
Seasonal staff at WPBO conduct waterbird counts in the spring and fall and a spring raptor count. During the seasons, counts are conducted daily. Raptor counts run March 15-May 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Waterbird counts run April 15-May 31 and August 15-November 15, 8 hours starting at dawn daily during each season. The Hawk Deck and Waterbird Shack are accessible to the public, and you can follow this blog to get regular updates during the counting seasons!
WPBO has conducted seasonal owl banding for over three decades. There are currently three owl banding seasons: spring, summer, and fall. Owl banding runs nightly in the spring from March 15-May 31, in the summer from July 1-August 25, and in the fall from September 15-October 31.
IMPORTANT: Please note, owl banding for Fall 2024 is currently paused.
Check this blog during the owl banding seasons to learn more about this research effort and to see photos of the owls banded!