Seawatch - Friday-Tuesday, December 15-19, 2017

My last full week was quite a bit better than the previous week, but certainly makes me miss the amazing days from October and November!  Unlike last week, this week almost every day was over 1000 birds, and Sunday and Tuesday were each around 3000!

The bulk movement this week continues to be Northern Gannet, as expected for this time of year.  Sunday was a bit different, as both Red-throated Loons and scoters each ended up being over 1000, which proved to be an excellent overall day due to the diversity.  No rarities or unusual birds this week, but a few more Common Goldeneye, several Great Cormorants, and our first Common Mergansers of the season were notable sightings.

Besides the birds, there was a Harbor Seal hanging out around the jetty and inlet for at least two days this week.

Friday, December 22nd is our last day!  Come out and say hello!  It should be a pleasant, warm day given the time of year!

Totals:

Friday: 1313
Saturday: 932
Sunday: 3049
Monday: 1214
Tuesday: 2727

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