Mile 291 Report
Camp Magruder north, Watseco, Twin Rocks SW
September 12, 2021
1 live murrelet, 1 dead murrelet, 1 dead cormorant.
Report Details
1 live murrelet, 1 dead murrelet, 1 dead cormorant. Didn't know what to do about the live murrelet on the beach. Called North Coast Wildlife Center, but it was after hours. Left the bird on the beach.
Conditions
Temperature: 58 F. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: N.
Human Activities
Number of people: 9. Number of dogs: 1. Walking or running: 9.
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 2. 1dead murrelet, 1dead cormorant Didn’t notice any banding 1 live murrelet
Driftline Content
Seaweeds and seagrass.
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