Well, the start and end of this last week went great. Everything in between… not so much. The days in between produced 0-1 raptors per
Week 10 of the 2024 Mackinac Straits Raptor Watch has now concluded. The total number of raptors this week ended at 13,102 birds sighted. Sunday,
The fifth week of banding at blind two was successful, with 25 raptors of three species banded: 19 sharp-shinned hawks, five red-tailed hawks, and a
These past two weeks have been very hectic, with the move off island causing some disruptions with the regular count updates. So, this week is
Week 9 of the Mackinac Strait Spring Raptor Watch was mostly overcast with some sunny weather. April has ended and May has begun, with lots
This last week has been quite successful! For one, we were able to be out in the field every single day, only opening late once
Week four of banding at blind two saw us open for five of the seven days – we were closed on 28 April so Ed
Another rainy, windy week in Mackinaw City, but that doesn’t stop the birds! The temperature has been hanging around the mid 40s to low 50s
This week was defined by a marked decrease in red-tailed hawk captures and an increase in sharp-shinned hawk captures. Despite being “skunked” two days, we
No banding for us in the Straits today thanks to constant rain showers. Aside from today and one other day of opening late and closing
During week 8 the raptor migration at the Straits was strong, with some beautiful warm days encouraging good movement. The total number of raptors counted
If you’re tired of hearing about the poor weather and nights with only a few captures, I’m right there with you! This week, the weather
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