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 47 - Sunset Terrace

Golf Course - Check pines for mixed flocks and unusual species. Small pond has had Wood Duck in past. Look through sparrows and blackbirds for unusual species.

Shark Inlet / mudflats - Census shorebirds looking in particular for Semipalmated Plover, Red Knot, and Short-billed Dowitcher (mellow “tu-tu-tu” call, not harsh “keek” of Long-billed). Watch for Eurasian Wigeon. Also be alert for Swamp and Sharp-tailed sparrows at estuary edge. Watch for raptors, particularly Osprey and Merlin which have been recorded here in the past.

Coastal Scrub - From Montana de Oro coastal access parking lot, walk trail north into and around area. Be alert for Green-tailed Towhee (seen here once) and possibly Sage Sparrow.