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[mou-net] Possible Gyrfalcon, Mille Lacs County
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Pastor Al Schirmacher <[log in to unmask]>
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Pastor Al Schirmacher <[log in to unmask]>
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Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:19:53 -0700
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Just had a phoned in report from an area observer of a possible gray morph 

Gyrfalcon just south of Mille Lacs CR 23, in the agricultural fields 3-4 

miles west of Foreston.



We discussed the differences between a Gyr and a Gos, but he did note the 

"mustache" (35-40 feet away at one point), barring and powerful falcon-like 

appearance.



I llive about ten miles from this location, and will keep my eyes open - but 

wanted to post a heads-up in case other birders are in the area.



(This is not the first report I've heard in Mille Lacs County during my six 

winters here - have tended to mentally dismiss them as Goshawks or 

Peregrines - perhaps I need to pay closer attention?)



Good birding.



Al Schirmacher

Princeton, MN

Mille Lacs & Sherburne Counties 



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