One of the worst years of the October migration pass ends. This has not been seen for some years, although the alternations are normal, but not at this level. The first days of October seemed to herald a good start to the month and the technicians' hopes were optimistic at the FEIN Ornithological Observatory in Arosio. Hopes immediately disappointed in the second decade of the month with a decrease in catches and observations that have increasingly diminished until the end. Probably in front of the weather conditions that were bad for 27 days, giving the sun only for the other 4 remaining, the birds were not urged to pass through our territories looking for an alternative strategic route and with better weather, so much so that for throughout the month of October news came from the Greek observers that the step was proceeding in great style with the Song Thrushes in pole position in terms of quantity of migrant subjects towards the wintering shores.
In northern Europe the strong perturbation called Saint Jude has pushed the bird species to occupy the territories located further south but without creating anything particularly relevant. While at the beginning of November the average temperatures remain above the norm and the rains fall abundantly, in Italy there is a very humid climate and in this weather-environmental context some wintering species can be observed that are coming from the north and they are taking possession of land suitable for wintering.
Brambles and Siskin are, however, still scarce. The first Crows arrived in the plains and in the wetlands the ducks in general, led by the Teal, and the Lapwings gather in large groups in search of food. Still large groups of migrating Wood Pigeons have been observed in the center and in the north with remarkable numerical peaks. The Starling is observed abundantly in some areas, especially urban areas, which are congenial to him. By October, the Redwing and the Frosone have been observed in sufficient numbers, while the Tits in general are still decidedly subdued.
There are reports of the discreet presence of the Woodcock, while Merli and Regoli have made their reappearance in the last ten days. Now the study and observation will be dedicated to the month of November which has already begun with a sunny day. By being on the pitch, answers can be given as to why this season is certainly not positive. We'll see.
4 October 2013
ANUU Migrators
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