After a few nights of rain, we had a good night for banding.<\/p>\n
A total of 12 Northern Saw-whets were caught; of these, three had already been banded here earlier in the season. \u00a0One of these has been in the area for about six weeks. \u00a0Additionally, nine new Saw-whets were banded- all were hatch-year birds.<\/p>\n
Thanks to Leo, Bev, and Maggie Mae for visiting!<\/p>\n
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After a few nights of rain, we had a good night for banding. A total of 12 Northern Saw-whets were caught; of these, three had already been banded here earlier in the season. \u00a0One of these has been in the area for about six weeks. \u00a0Additionally, nine new Saw-whets were banded- all were hatch-year birds. 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