Christmas Bird Maps

Sector 31

Key locations and species

The following is a listing of key locations within this sector that may be the most  productive based on past experience.  Also noted are species that are hard to find within the count circle and are possible within the habitat of this sector. Please don't 1imit censussing to just the areas mentioned, but consider them the most important. Cover as much of the sector as your time and energy allows.  Remember, if your party splits or moves to another section, please begin a new field card. Any constructive comments about this sector would be appreciated (i.e. too big or small, access problem, other key locations). Please note actual areas covered. Also note contacts for entrance onto private property.

SECTOR 31 - Pecho Coast

Coon Creek - Census willow riparian from road to ocean looking for mixed flocks and unusual species.

Coast - Check coast line for rocky shorebirds such as Spotted Sandpiper, Wandering Tattler, Sui-fbird, and Ruddy Turnstone. Be on the lookout for Rock Sandpiper. Scope offshore for alcids, terns, or shearwaters.

Coastal Bluff - Check along bluff road for Burrowing Owl and Greater Roadrunner. Check terrace pond for anything unusual.

Crowbar Canyon - watch for Greater Roadrunner. Check willows and oak woodland in upper drainage for warblers.

Ridge Road - Drive road watching for areas and birds of interest.