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Birdwatching in autumn is very different from the spring. Birds are mainly seen along the coast and by the middle of October most migrants have left the country. The ducks are in eclipse (moulting). In addition many migrants have left Iceland in the fall. However, the fall is the best time to look for rarities. September-November is the period to look for rare birds, with mid-September to mid-October being the best time. American waders are usually seen until early October, while the peak occurrence of American passerines is around 10 Oct. American passerines have been noted annually in Iceland since 1968 with the exception of 1994. After good South West winds birders should keep their eyes open for American birds while birding in the Southwest or South of Iceland. |