People have remarked that the number of White-faced Petrels we saw is exceptional. Previous high counts haven't beeen into double figures but they have been from the direct ferry from Lanazarote to Tenerife which I believ eonly runs in the winter months. It appears that the route we took from Lanzarote to Gran Canaria is the best one for seeign this species.
We are confident there was no duplication of records as we were all watching from the port side and all birds were picked up slightly ahead of us and passed from bow to stern. We didn't see any birds coming up from behind us.
We noted the times for all the species seen and they make interesting reading.
Ferry left Arricife 11.15.
1st Bulwers seen 12.00 and last seen 16.00 but most seen 12.00 to 14.00
1st White-faced Petrel seen 13.15 and last 15.39 (about 20 minutes from Los Palmas, Gran Canaria).
There seemed to be a distinct species profile as the journey progressed. Cory's then Bulwers then White-faced and then more Cory's again as we approached shore.
A brilliant trip with some fantastic memories for all of us.
2 comments :
I see from your excellent report Phil,that you all scored heavily. Some great shots of the seabirds which really GRIPPED ME OFF. Wish i'd been there.
Whip.
Cheers Whipper. Your presence was missed!
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