 |
| Pictured above is one of our avian visitors, the Osprey. |
Welcome to the Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory blog for postings of programs, activities and photos of unusual birds and butterflies around Virginia. To LEARN more about our nonprofit work, SUBSCRIBE to our monthly newsletter, and SUPPORT us, visit our website at www.vawildliferesearch.org. "Protecting Wildlife through Field Research, Education and Habitat Conservation for Over 25 Years"
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Sharp-shinned Hawk, by Steve Thornhill
Monday, September 14, 2015
A Fishy Visitor
An Osprey recently appeared at the platform and he packed a lunch! Eli and Graham were fortunate enough to photograph it before it decided to take its lunch to-go. The photo was taken with a camera phone through a spotting scope. So far this season, Ospreys, Bald Eagles, Sharp-shinned Hawks, Cooper's Hawks, Broad-winged Hawks, Red-tailed Hawks, American Kestrels, Merlins, Peregrine Falcons, and even a pair of Mississippi Kites have all passed the platform. The passerine movement has been decent as well. No huge numbers of raptors have been reported yet but we hope for that to change within the next few weeks!
