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 44- Elfin Forest / Estuary

Audubon Overlook - Scan bay (scope?) from overlook watching for geese, Blue-winged Teal, Eurasian Wigeon, Semipalmated Plover, and Short-billed Dowitcher (listen for mellow “tu-tu-tu” call, Long-billed*s call is a sharp “keek”). Watch for Sora, Virginia Rail, and Swamp Sparrow in reeds below.

Residential Streets -  Check through sparrow flocks. Investigate areas where groups of trees are found, especially flowering eucalyptus.

Elfin Forest -  walk this area. From bluff scan (scope?) estuary. Watch for Merlin and Short-eared Owl.