Christmas Bird Maps

Sector 8

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 8 - Cal Poly Campus

Check around campus buildings for sparrow flocks as White-throated and Harris’ sparrow have been found on campus. Check pines behind presidents residence, alders around and hillsides behind the student housing. Check all flowering eucalyptus as unusual warblers, Western Tanagers, and orioles are possible. Walk Stenner Creek and watch for sparrow flocks and unusual warblers.