I can sum up the Green Cay NAMC (North American Migration Count) in one word: Redstarts. We had over 22 American Redstarts for the day. In total we counted 54 species. Some notable species include 2 Soras still hanging around late for the season, 4 Blackpoll Warblers, 5 Killdeer including one on a nest, and 23 Black-necked Stilts, also nesting. I was joined by 3 wonderful volunteers who helped me compile over 574 individuals in total for a 4 hour time span. This is just one of the many reasons that I love my job. I hope that all the rest of you had a wonderful count as well. And if you didn't join in the fun you should come out for the fall NAMC at Green Cay.
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Fantastic projects there at Green Cay! I'm up the road in Stuart, a 6th grade science teacher myself and can certainly appreciate your work in Florida's environment.
If I take a trip to Green Cay in late May - will there be any birds left to see?
Check out last May's bird counts to see what would be most likely found this year (all bird counts are word files): http://pbcgov.com/parks/nature/green_cay_nature_center/birdcounts.htm
If you see anything interesting let me know.
Sounds good!
thansk for the link.
Sorry to hear about froggie... I'm certain he's in a good place surrounded by lots of yummy insects! :)
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