Suwannee Arrived in Colombia

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We have learned from the scientists at the  Avian Research and Conservation Institute that our Swallow-tailed kite, Suwannee, arrived in Colombia on August 31.

According to Gina Kent,  at this point, he is crossing a big area with little cell coverage, so we expect a lapse in the data because his transmitter is unable to connect and upload while out of range of any cell signal. However, the transmitter is collecting and storing all the daily locations as we speak. This could take a month or so, yikes!  We just have to hope and believe that he's enjoying a buffet of wonderful insects to keep him happy and healthy, and avoiding predators along the way.

When he finally comes back in contact with cell service, all the stored locations from his time "off line" will upload and we'll get to see where and what he's been doing.  It's a nail biting time, but we have high hopes he's just fine and we'll just have to be patient.

Dr. Kent is checking daily, so as soon as data comes through she will let us know how he is doing.

Until then, we'll be thinking of our famous traveling kite and watching his progress on the interactive map in this Audubon article. Scroll down to the map. It is updated when Suwannee sends data.