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SJC Audubon’s 108th Christmas Bird Count Summary
By Barbara Jensen
This year’s count was another great year even with wind and rain. Most groups reported that they saw fewer birds with the poor weather but this was the highest species count on record with 111 different species of birds seen in the 15-mile diameter circle.
There was a downward trend in most species and could be attributed to poor weather conditions. This year saw the highest number of participants, 72, with 23 people new to the count.
Two new areas were included, Brown and Canoe Islands! Audubon would like to especially thank private land owners who allowed us to go on their land for the first time. It was the highlight of the count for me.
Below are some of the numbers of interest.
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(Photo by Nan Moore)
