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Owl Update 7/15/20
Although this year should not be the peak in the [...]
Early Migrations
The ephemerality of the shoreline at Whitefish Point is subtle, [...]
Owl Update 7/8/2020
It's hard to believe that this is the fifteenth year [...]
The Hatch
There are certain subjects that dominate conversation around WPBO. Weather, [...]
WPBO’s 2020 Plovers-in-Residence
Piping Plover monitoring at WPBO has ushered in a change [...]
Tropical Storm Cristobal Birding: WPBO Early Summer Update
Last week, birders throughout the Great Lakes region went out [...]
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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!