Gray Seals outnumbered Harbor Seals 2 to 1. It appears that Gray Seals are expanding their range southwards, as they have not previously been seen at Mt. Desert Rock in such large numbers. Fox, deer, and snowshoe hare, and bats were also seen. J.K.M. Monday, May 25. First fireflies seen.
Midges are out.
M.J. Monday, May 25. An astute group of 5th grade naturalists, Mrs. Radley's class, heard singing Hermit Thrushes and Ovenbirds on the island of Vinalhaven May 19 and 20. These were blooming along Vinalhaven Land Trust trails. Green Frog tadpoles. Of these, two had tiny legs, and no deformities were observed.