Mile 106 Report
Bullards Beach, west of Fahys Lake
October 27, 2014
There were a greater number of dead birds on the beach after Saturday's storm.
Report Details
There were a greater number of dead birds on the beach after Saturday's storm. Unfortunately a large number of dead pelicans at the high tide line. From the 3 mile walk from Bullards parking area I counted 17 dead pelicans. This is the highest concentration of dead pelicans that I have ever seen.
Conditions
Temperature: 55 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: NE. Tide Level: 2.9 feet.
Human Activities
Tire tracks on beach. Vehicles are allowed on this stretch of beach.
Notable Wildlife
Sanderlings, seagulls, crows.
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 8. 5 Pelicans, 2 common murre, 1 grebe
Stranded Marine Mammals
Total stranded mammals: 1. Grebe, injured or dying
Driftline Content
Seaweeds and seagrass, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Shells.
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