Hawkwatch - Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Light northwest winds brought a flurry of raptors through the morning hours. Afternoon cloudy skies and humid air quieted the latter portion of today's flight. We were treated to outstanding views of Broad-winged Hawks that streamed overhead. One juvenile Osprey spent much of today hunting over Bunker Pond. After much practice and fishing attempts, we saw the bird fly off with a freshly-caught fish!

Tomorrow looks good for an exciting flight of raptors following today's northwest winds well up the coast. Bundle up and bring your binoculars, as gusty northwest winds are expected to accompany refreshingly cool temps. Bring on the raptors! Hope to see you at the hawkwatch.

Juvenile Broad-winged Hawk

Broad-winged Hawk in front of the Cape May Hawkwatch

American Kestrel

Osprey

Juvenile Osprey making an attempt at fishing.

Osprey going after fish with a belly flop!

Flying away from the fishing belly flop.

Today's migration. Click on the image for a larger view.