Smith Point Hawk Watch 10/29/20 (204 raptors)

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Bob reports 204 migrating raptors today.

Turkey Vulture 122
Northern Harrier 7
Sharp-shinned Hawk 20
Cooper’s Hawk 8
Broad-winged Hawk 19
Red-tailed Hawk 2
American Kestrel 25
Merlin 1

There was a strong northwest wind and clear sky all day. One Magnificent Frigatebird, 19 Sandhill Cranes, and 70 American White Pelicans were the stand out “other” birds. Also the young Black-chinned Hummingbird and Rufous Hummingbirds continue to spar throughout the day.

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