We're seeing a different sort of run for 2013 than we have for the previous seven years for which we have detailed records. Except for half a dozen days with double or single digit counts since the run really got going on Day 8, we are consistently seeing triple digit daily counts. Unlike last year, with a massive number (1453 fish observed over 90 minutes!) on one day, we seem to consistently observe a sustained and robust daily figure. As of Day 35, we are at nominally 7000 fish, which is right where we were at Day 35 of the 2012 run!
See the latest report here. Red numbers in this year's count mean the reports from counters are not yet fully received and logged.
Take a close look and compare the data for 2012 and 2013 through Day 35. It's two very different patterns, but we're at the same number of fish observations!
Last year's run went for 58 days. This year's run seemed to more mirror the 2008 run to start, but the daily trends over the last two weeks are very different.
The bottom line is that we need to keep counting to help better our understanding of these herring migrations. No trend just yet of an end to this year's run! So please help us with your very helpful counts, enjoy the pond, take a break from any daily stress, and welcome summer all in 10 minutes!
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