Migrating Surf Scoters at Hollister Ranch, Gaviota Coast - March 12 , 2008
Birds - February 2008, Brown Pelicans, Snowy Egrets and Great Blue Heron along the shore, shorebirds enjoying the storms harvest of sea urchins, Condor recognition event
Audubon California honors Condor heroes (Allison Leete put together this video of Audubon California’s Feb. 28, 2008 reception at the Santa Barbara Museum of National History honoring Assemblyman Pedro Nava, Helen and Noel Snyder, and Jan Hamber for their leadership and dedication in protecting the California Condor.)
Coal Oil Point Reserve - February 2008, Devereux Slough open to the sea, Snowy Plovers, Semi-palmated Plovers
January's Welcomed Guest (A little story)
Coal Oil Point Reserve, Devereux Slough winter changes and reflections, Snowy Plovers - January 2008
Rainny day at Devereux Slough with snow on the mountains - January 23, 2008
Gulls at the mount of Goleta Slough - January 5, 2008 - Overcast Christmas Bird Count Day
Santa Barbara Audubon Christmas Bird Count Day Slideshow
January 5, 2008 - SB Audubon Bird Count Page
Immature Bald Eagle at Lake Cachuma - January 12, 2008
Joan Lentz officiated the event. This year we had some challenges with the rain and rough seas that prevented some areas from being covered. The unofficial count for species was 204. The tradition of going through the complete list of expected and hoped for birds takes some time but is an interesting learning experience. I learned a new term called poaching which is what happens when others find important birds that are not in their zone for counting. The potluck had a nice assortment of tasty food to eat after a long cold day.
Valiant efforts of both describing where the birds are located and unusual markings and species were given. Rare finds are of special interest and many will be checked on the next day if possible. I think Joan does a great job in trying to keep the bird count as accurate as possible. I found it amazing how hard everyone worked at getting a good tally of what is happening in the Santa Barbara area with the local birds.
Interests of Callie | Birds | Surfing | Santa Barbara Farmers' Market, Gardening and Farming | Snowy Plovers | Trips and Places