January 8th-9th volunteers from all over Connecticut participated in the 2010 Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey. The temperature that weekend was absolutely frigid, so a big thanks to all of the volunteers! 85 sites were surveyed across the state documenting the presence of wintering bald eagles in our state. The results have been talleyed and 108 bald eagles were counted! 67 adults and 41 immatures were observed. According to the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection "The Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey is not a complete census of the entire wintering population in the state, but an index of the species' use of the state, which can be compared year to year." To learn more about Connecticut's wildlife visit http://www.ct.gov/dep
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Showing posts with label 2010 bald eagle survey ct. Show all posts
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Wild Animal Wednesday! Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey Results Are In!
January 8th-9th volunteers from all over Connecticut participated in the 2010 Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey. The temperature that weekend was absolutely frigid, so a big thanks to all of the volunteers! 85 sites were surveyed across the state documenting the presence of wintering bald eagles in our state. The results have been talleyed and 108 bald eagles were counted! 67 adults and 41 immatures were observed. According to the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection "The Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey is not a complete census of the entire wintering population in the state, but an index of the species' use of the state, which can be compared year to year." To learn more about Connecticut's wildlife visit http://www.ct.gov/dep
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Wild Animal Wednesday! 2010 Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey Volunteers Needed!
Several years ago when I was a Junior in High School I took an Environmental Biology class with an amazing teacher Mr. Norris. He would take the class outside during the Fall months to count the migrating birds of prey in the sky. It was a really unique experience. Everyone's eyes were glued to their binoculars hoping to find the first bird of the day! Every time a hawk was spotted we were instructed to yell out "Hawk Up!". I am probably drawn to the following topic because of those fond memories.
During the 2009 Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey a total of 80 Bald Eagles were counted across Connecticut. The Connecticut River (16 counted) and Candlewood Lake (7 counted) seemed to be the hot spots last year. Each year since 1979, volunteers, the DEP and conservation organizations have helped conduct the survey. This survey is not a complete census of the Bald Eagles living in Connecticut, but an index of their use of our state- which can be compared year to year.
Volunteer for the Bald Eagle Survey and create a unique experience for your memories. Most importantly- don't forget to yell "Hawk Up!".
During the 2009 Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey a total of 80 Bald Eagles were counted across Connecticut. The Connecticut River (16 counted) and Candlewood Lake (7 counted) seemed to be the hot spots last year. Each year since 1979, volunteers, the DEP and conservation organizations have helped conduct the survey. This survey is not a complete census of the Bald Eagles living in Connecticut, but an index of their use of our state- which can be compared year to year. Volunteers are needed yet again for the 2010 Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey. The date is January 9, 2010 from 7am-11am. "Bald eagles migrate south from the northern states during winter to areas of open water where they are able to catch fish, their main food item. Cold weather conditions, which keep most waterways to the north covered with ice, mean that higher numbers of eagles will be counted in Connecticut." (Connecticut Wildlife Magazine). If you would like to participate in the survey this year please contact Wildlife Division biologist Julie Victoria by email (julie.victoria@ct.gov) and provide your name and mailing address.
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