Nogales CBC 2023
MARK IT DOWN! NEXT YEAR'S NOGALES CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT WILL BE:
**SATURDAY DECEMBER 14, 2024**
12/16/23 - 72 folks counted this year, the 39th Nogales CBC, and the effects of another dry year were apparent. Our species total fell as expected, but the numbers of individuals is especially worrying. The first look at the data supports what nearly every sector reported--"a good day, but very few birds." The species total is 145 plus 3 CW. Our first Whiskered Screech-Owl and the Least Flycatcher were among the highlights. Great Egret, Spotted Sandpiper and Ash-throated Flycatcher were among the misses. Species list is on the bottom right. Thanks to all that helped!
THE 2022 COUNT TOTAL OF 171 WAS THE HIGHEST EVER RECORDED IN ARIZONA!!
It was also the 29th highest count in the US last year, with 9 species that were the Highest Counts in the US. Read all about it at: https://www.audubon.org/news/123rd-christmas-bird-count-high-counts-species-united-states
The all-time highest species total for any CBC in Arizona had been 166. We shattered the record! The 2022 species list is available on the right sidebar ---->
If you are curious about what we have seen since on this count since 1985, averages and number of years we have seen particular species, click on the Historical tab, also to the right ---->
(It has been updated with the 2022 data now.)
Here is a link to the CBC map: (it will be updated during 2024 to make it easier to print)
Tapping on the various map sections with give you a written description and details of what to expect in each sector. More info about this year's count will be added in early December so be sure to check back then.
Thanks to all of you who make this fun day possible!
Bill Lisowsky <ykswosil@gmail.com> (520-987-0187)
Green Kingfisher seen during 2023 CBC
Green Kingfisher seen during 2023 CBC
