George, et al,

We have at least 1,000 CATEs on the Bellingham waterfront right now, with numerous nests and far too many eggs to count, spread around almost randomly.
I was out on the site Thursday and we conservatively estimated that number, not including the 20 recently-hatched chicks that we located in the mass of birds.

It's quite the sight, just 3 blocks from downtown!!

Joe Meche
Bellingham





There were a few Caspian Terns in the vicinity, but NO sign of ANY nesting activity. A far cry from the 1500 nests two years ago, and the 800 or so from last year. I had heard that the Bald Eagles and coyotes were a real problem, so I guess the Caspians have been forced, once again, to move... Does anyone know if and where they are nesting this year?


George Gerdts, Bainbridge Island
geopandion at aol.com
206-842-8138



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