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 50 - Morro Rock/Morro Creek

Morro Rock - Check harbor mouth. Watch for Canyon Wren (a must, typically on south side) and Peregrine Falcon on rock or overhead.

Morro Creek mouth and beach - Check creek mouth and willows if possible; watch for Swamp Sparrow. On beach walk to north of high school watching for Snowy and Semipalmated plovers in particular. Offshore scan (scope?) through scoter flocks for Harlequin Duck, Long-tailed Duck, and Black and White-winged scoter. Watch for shearwaters, alcids, and Royal Tern.

Lila Kiser Park - Check sparrow flocks and willows for warblers such as Nashville (found along creek annually).

Morro Bay High School - Walk campus checking lawns for sparrows and trees for warblers and flycatchers.