
Yes, Amy (in Baton Rouge), for some populations, Blackpoll’s north and southward migration routes are likely the longest of all wood-warbler family members. The well-noted 2,150 autumn migration distance some New England Blackpoll partake in the autumn as trans-ocean migrants is a breathtaking marvel. Seventy-two to 90 continuous hours of migration over the ocean by a half-ounce bird seems an impossible feat. But imagine the current spring-time migrants (see graphic, courtesy of the borealbirds.org and the map created by eNature, which is supported by The Pew Charitable Trusts). Some travel 100-150 miles per night, with some doing so for weeks and eventually reaching Alaska after beginning their path in n. South America. Equally awe-inspiring, correct?
5 comments:
Good question; fine blog.
Carl T.
Wow. I didn't realize Blackpolls migrated over open ocean like that. Thanks for the great post Daniel!
Thanks....
I wish Blackpoll would show up here and the other ww's from the East.....Miss them. We only get Blackpoll here rarely in the fall.
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