While manning the Fire Island hawk watch (eastern end of RMSP) Sunday, 22 Peregrine Falcons, 30 Merlin, and 1 Osprey were counted through the mist and fog. During raptor lulls, attention was paid to bird life out over the ocean. There, a significant movement of Black Scoter was observed. Several flocks, ranging in size from ~50 to ~350, were moving east to west. A rough tally of at least 1000 birds was seen. A few smaller flocks were later seen heading back east, one being led by 2 White-winged Scoters. Other notable seabirds included 1 Cory's Shearwater, several N. Gannets, 1-2 Royal Terns, and some lingering Common Terns.
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