A spark of migration, perhaps?

The raptors are beginning to move in larger numbers out here on the Eastern Shore. Decent numbers of Broad-winged Hawks were spotted kettling on their journey south. However, kestrels took the day with a high of 59. We nearly broke 200 total birds on the 15th and it looks as though the conditions will improve as the week continues, assuming the forecast can be trusted. We have already surpassed our previous high of 193 birds. Today, at 2:30 p.m. we are sitting at 195. On a separate, but related note, Eli spotted a pair of Mississippi Kites soaring past the platform heading south on the 13th. Hopefully the counts will just keep getting bigger and better!