Mile 195 Report
South San Marine Beach, Starr Creek
February 15, 2015
It was a beautiful, sunny day, which, together with the 3-day weekend, drew a large crowd to the beach.
Report Details
It was a beautiful, sunny day, which, together with the 3-day weekend, drew a large crowd to the beach.There was nothing negative encountered except one dead bird, probably a Common Murre (see photo).It is exciting to report that one large sea star was seen with binoculars just north of Overleaf Lodge. There used to be dozens here. It must be very lonely.The walk ended with a glorious sunset (photo).
Conditions
Temperature: 58 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Tide Level: 0.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 46. Number of dogs: 7. Walking or running: 39. Playing in surf: 3. Sitting: 4. Access to the mile was from Overleaf Lodge. There were an unusual number of beach visitors for this time of year, from a 3-day weekend and the first sunny weather in a while.
Notable Wildlife
At the low tide line on an offshore rock just north of Overleaf, one large sea star (about 12 inches) was seen with binoculars. It is sad that the sighting of just one is now so significant and exciting.
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 1. Probably a Common murre (long bill) but unusual brown on head (juvenile?)Picture attached.
Driftline Content
Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Shells, Styrofoam.
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