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Bad Weather, Good Birding: WPBO Waterbird Count Update May 9-15
There are two types of bad weather at Whitefish Point: [...]
Owl Update 5/13/2020
The recent weather patterns have had a significant impact on [...]
Empty Sky
For those of you who missed it, this past Saturday [...]
Flight Lines: Waterbird Count May 2-8
Lines of ducks stream through the sky. By day, I [...]
Owl Update 5/6/2020
We’re effectively stuck in repeat mode when it comes to [...]
The Fast and the Furious
The Sharp-shinned Hawk. Recently, I was asked what their name [...]
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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!