Swainson’s Migration
This was October 8 2022 over Westcave preserve.

This was October 8 2022 over Westcave preserve.

Distribution !!!! 3 of the 7 Habits !!! Here’s birds (I think) on radar from this morning. They appear to be landing for the morning. Also attached is Birdcast prognostication for tonight. And finally, here’s a new way to explore distribution and migration. IT is fascinating!!! Distribution Map at Audubon
Doesn’t look too hopeful for Finch irruption this year, but I hope we prove him wrong . Finch Irruption Article Eyes to the skies!!!
Mills pond today. Do you remember what to look for? 2 birds.
Spotted towhee, numerous Lincoln, white crown, white throated and chippys at the dacha still today. White eye and yellow throat vireos showed up about a week ago. Summer Tanager first seen on Friday. No sign of great crest fly yet.
I had a great time at Granger Lake yesterday, sitting solo by the swim area watching migration go by!! No gulls at the swim area, but good numbers flying by and at 2 poorly accessible roosts.
Fall migration is in the air! Dickcissels and at least 4 upland sandpipers going over on this morning’s walk.