Hidden in blinds with binoculars and notebooks, dozens of helpful volunteers will watch the sun rise over the wet pine savannah of southwest Jackson County and count Sandhill cranes.
Senior wildlife biologist Scott Hereford with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service issued an invitation for other biologists as well as land managers, birders, educators, students and naturalists to participate in the annual autumn crane count Nov. 2.
Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
Mississippi Sandhill Cranes
Hershey (black kitten), Oreo (black & white kitten), Yin (black), Yang (white with black spots), Slippy (gray tabby) , & Dogs Ladybug (collie) and Maize plus our Mom Sandra
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How fun...if you have a chance, I highly recommend it! The Sandhill cranes are amazing birds. We went to see them last Spring since they stage their migration and take a break in central NE.
We went to the Wildlife Refuge before Katrina. Unfortunately we didn't spot any Sandhill Cranes there (except for the stuffed ones inside the building). We have seen a few at our pond from time to to time.
The Refuge has been closed since Katrina, so I am happy to see it open if only for the bird count.
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