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Winter Birdwatching: High River Decline vs. Sheep River Surge

1/12/2025

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Winter birdwatching near High River and Diamond Valley, Canada, revealed a tale of two counts. The Sheep River count on December 27 celebrated a vibrant surge, spotting 1,541 birds across 35 species, highlighted by a rise in snow buntings. In contrast, the High River count on December 17 faced a decline, with 2,994 birds from 33 species recorded.

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Story summary

Winter birdwatching near High River and Diamond Valley, Canada, revealed a tale of two counts. The Sheep River count on December 27 celebrated a vibrant surge, spotting 1,541 birds across 35 species, highlighted by a rise in snow buntings. In contrast, the High River count on December 17 faced a decline, with 2,994 birds from 33 species recorded.