The 2008 Christmas Bird Count for the Richmond Hill Circle was held on 20 December 2008. There were 34 field observers and 9 feeder-watchers. A total of 54 species (plus a hawk and a gull of unknown species) were observed, totalling just shy of 4500 birds. These numbers are fairly typical. The highlights included a Northern Goshawk, THREE Bald Eagles, a Swamp Sparrow, a Fox Sparrow, a Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, a White-crowned sparrow, two Northern Flickers, a Snowy Owl and 48 White-winged Crossbills. The weather was cold but not too windy.
A large group of participants enjoyed the Chili Supper hosted by Martin and Judy Chen. In addition to lots of good food and drink, people vied at a variety of quizzes, and the drawing of several door prizes. There was even a spirited rendition of “The Twelve Days of Christmas”.
Our thanks again to Wild Birds Unlimited for providing prizes for the lucky participants.

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