Haehnle Sanctuary Crane Count 10/07/2024
By Don Henise

October 7th was sparrow night at the Haehnle Sanctuary Crane Count. We observed 7 species of sparrows including Chipping, Field, White-crowned, White-throated, Song, Lincoln’s and Swamp Sparrows. Most of these were in the brush just to the right of the overlook, but a few were also seen down near the lower benches at the apple trees. An Orange-crowned Warbler was viewed early in the evening in the trees above the overlook kiosk.

White-crowned Sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys)(Don Henise)

Sandhill Crane numbers remain relatively low with only 6 cranes remaining to roost in the marsh, matching last weeks number. A total of 73 others were counted flying past, most heading to roost north of the sanctuary.

A total of 40 bird species were observed during the count – see the eBird checklist link below.

Total Cranes Roosting: 6

Counters: Ross Green, Steve Jerant, Don Henise

Compiled by: Don Henise

Complete eBird checklist: https://ebird.org/checklist/S197960442