[nysbirds-l] Snowy owl - bayside
Just spotted a snowy owl in the marsh north of the LIRR tracks between douglaston and Bayside -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Snowy owl - bayside
Just spotted a snowy owl in the marsh north of the LIRR tracks between douglaston and Bayside -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] Parking Info for Curlew Sandpiper, Mecox Bay, LI
I would advise everyone to NOT "negotiate" with the attendants who are summer employees of the Town. It is likely illegal for them to allow admittance of any vehicles without the requisite fee. They could be fired or otherwise reprimanded for this. Additionally, the fee is imposed to non-residents to enjoy the Town beach. You are enjoying the beach and the Towns resources regardless of if you are wearing a swimsuit or not. Think of the $20 as a donation to the Town which is utilized to maintain their natural open spaces. - Luke Ormand On Aug 21, 2013, at 10:23 AM, Eileen Schwinn wrote: > For those interested in looking for the Curlew Sandpiper at Mecox, you can > purchase a one day pass at Cameron Beach, which is a Town of Southampton > public ocean beach. > > The cost is $20 per car for the day. Perhaps, negotiating with the attendant > may be worth a try. Cameron is on the east side of Mecox, and is an easy > walk to the western sand flats where the bird has most recently been seen > (yesterday, as of a posting earlier) > > If you park on the Flying Point access, and you do not have a Southampton > Town parking permit, you probably will receive a parking ticket (much more > than the cost of a day pass) There is no attendant on Flying Point, but the > police are very actively in the area. You cannot purchase at Cameron and use > at Flying Point, but the distance is not an issue, if walking. There's just > no direct driving access between the two. The permit for either location is > required between 9AM and 6PM. (As long as your car is out of the area by 9, > you'll be OK - this is NOT like Cupsogue County Park) > > Hope this helps the out of area folks - > Eileen Schwinn > East Quogue > Eastern LI Audubon Society > > -- > > NYSbirds-L List Info: > http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME > http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES > http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm > > ARCHIVES: > 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html > 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L > 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html > > Please submit your observations to eBird: > http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ > > -- -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] Parking Info for Curlew Sandpiper, Mecox Bay, LI
I would advise everyone to NOT negotiate with the attendants who are summer employees of the Town. It is likely illegal for them to allow admittance of any vehicles without the requisite fee. They could be fired or otherwise reprimanded for this. Additionally, the fee is imposed to non-residents to enjoy the Town beach. You are enjoying the beach and the Towns resources regardless of if you are wearing a swimsuit or not. Think of the $20 as a donation to the Town which is utilized to maintain their natural open spaces. - Luke Ormand On Aug 21, 2013, at 10:23 AM, Eileen Schwinn beach...@optonline.net wrote: For those interested in looking for the Curlew Sandpiper at Mecox, you can purchase a one day pass at Cameron Beach, which is a Town of Southampton public ocean beach. The cost is $20 per car for the day. Perhaps, negotiating with the attendant may be worth a try. Cameron is on the east side of Mecox, and is an easy walk to the western sand flats where the bird has most recently been seen (yesterday, as of a posting earlier) If you park on the Flying Point access, and you do not have a Southampton Town parking permit, you probably will receive a parking ticket (much more than the cost of a day pass) There is no attendant on Flying Point, but the police are very actively in the area. You cannot purchase at Cameron and use at Flying Point, but the distance is not an issue, if walking. There's just no direct driving access between the two. The permit for either location is required between 9AM and 6PM. (As long as your car is out of the area by 9, you'll be OK - this is NOT like Cupsogue County Park) Hope this helps the out of area folks - Eileen Schwinn East Quogue Eastern LI Audubon Society -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] shorebirds - Tiana Beach, Hampton Bays
This evening after witnessing 4 sea turtles being released by the Riverhead Foundation at Ponquogue, I visited the bayside of Tiana Beach (Dune Road, Hampton Bays, bayside) - a bit east of the parking lot (take the boardwalk as far as you can east) where a large collection of shorebirds could be seen from the road. While the shorebirds mostly consisted of gulls (and, for that matter, laughing gulls [adult and juvenile]) there were some Black Skimmers (which are uncommon this far east), semi-palmated plovers, lots of Terns (common, and Royal along with some others probably), and sandpipers. The Terns were quite active feeding and chasing one another for fish - while the gulls mostly loafed. There were some small dark shorebirds that I couldn't readily ID. It appears that this area is a new hotspot for shorebirds as I've seen a nice collection when driving by - regardless of tide. Eric Salzman has noted the same (his e-mail this morning states: "there were hundreds of terns, mostly Commons with some Royals mixed -- plus shorebirds). This area is definitely worth a good look and is a million times easier to access than the flats of Cupsogue. Morning and evening are probably best for a variety of reasons. A photo of some of the birds in flight can be seen here (the dark bird I couldn't ID is near the middle) http://www.naturephotographers.net/imagecritique/largephoto.cgi?ref=209012=i - Luke Ormand -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Northern bobwhite - Flanders
My mother has reported frequently hearing a Northern Bobwhite in the Longneck Blvd area of Flanders. She sent me a video yesterday of the bird callin mid-afternoon from a neighbors tree. The area is residentially developed but there are areas of woods and its a short fly to hundreds of acres of county parkland -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Northern bobwhite - Flanders
My mother has reported frequently hearing a Northern Bobwhite in the Longneck Blvd area of Flanders. She sent me a video yesterday of the bird callin mid-afternoon from a neighbors tree. The area is residentially developed but there are areas of woods and its a short fly to hundreds of acres of county parkland -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Correction - common Loon
Derek Rogers (and others) pointed out that its actually a Common Loon that I spotted in the Carmans River. Sorry for the mis-ID. EIther way a bit unusual in June -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] loon - carmans river
The Loon I photographed yesterday at the Mouth of the Carmans River appears to be a non-breeding plumage Red-throated loon. Apparently it's been around for a few days. A photo of it (and other birds) can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2013/06/more-carmans-river-and-some.html -- - Luke Ormand, E Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] loon - carmans river
The Loon I photographed yesterday at the Mouth of the Carmans River appears to be a non-breeding plumage Red-throated loon. Apparently it's been around for a few days. A photo of it (and other birds) can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2013/06/more-carmans-river-and-some.html -- - Luke Ormand, E Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Correction - common Loon
Derek Rogers (and others) pointed out that its actually a Common Loon that I spotted in the Carmans River. Sorry for the mis-ID. EIther way a bit unusual in June -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Carmans River Bald Eagles - No
My wife and I kayaked the creek where the Bald Eagle nest is off of the Carmans River and did not see them - nor was there any activity at the nest. I believe the consensus is they did not nest this year but have built a nest (similar to Ospreys - it's likely they will nest next year). We also checked out the mouth of the River to see if any Eagles were hanging around there but came up empty. I did however photograph a Loon in the mouth - but I'll need to go through the photos to discern what species. Also, there was what appeared to be a scoter in the mouth as well (certainly a diving waterfowl species) but it was too far away to get any photos of. I'll post later when I've confirmed what species of Loon it was. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Carmans River Bald Eagles - No
My wife and I kayaked the creek where the Bald Eagle nest is off of the Carmans River and did not see them - nor was there any activity at the nest. I believe the consensus is they did not nest this year but have built a nest (similar to Ospreys - it's likely they will nest next year). We also checked out the mouth of the River to see if any Eagles were hanging around there but came up empty. I did however photograph a Loon in the mouth - but I'll need to go through the photos to discern what species. Also, there was what appeared to be a scoter in the mouth as well (certainly a diving waterfowl species) but it was too far away to get any photos of. I'll post later when I've confirmed what species of Loon it was. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] Bald Eagles Nesting - Shirley, NY
Matthew, The birds have attempted to nest - though I don't know of they have been successful this year as they are new to the area and likely a "young couple". The pair hung around last year too but didn't produce any offspring. They are nesting on a creek off the Carmans River - however the USFWS has blocked the creek off so kayakers/canoers cannot access the area. Newsday reports that the access will be unrestricted starting next week (Monday?) Apparently you can walk the black tupelo trail at wetheim wildlife refuge and at the end of it the eagles can be seen with a scope or bins across the creek. I know people who have seen the eagles flying in the area or perched near the mouth of the river. I intend on making a trip via kayak soon in hopes of photographing them. For those interested in seeing them from the hiking trail - keep in mind that wetheim has very restrictive hours. I believe they close at 4:00 PM sharp everyday. On Jun 15, 2013, at 8:23 PM, Matthew Clements wrote: > Our local newsletter/paper has indicated that Bald Eagles are nesting on the > Carmen's River in Shirley, NY. Has anyone seen this? If so, please give > location. There are a lot of Osprey stands in this area as seen in Wertheim > on the old trail - from a distance they can appear > > Thank you for any input. > > Matt Clements > Mastic Beach, NY > -- > NYSbirds-L List Info: > Welcome and Basics > Rules and Information > Subscribe, Configuration and Leave > Archives: > The Mail Archive > Surfbirds > BirdingOnThe.Net > Please submit your observations to eBird! > -- -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] Bald Eagles Nesting - Shirley, NY
Matthew, The birds have attempted to nest - though I don't know of they have been successful this year as they are new to the area and likely a young couple. The pair hung around last year too but didn't produce any offspring. They are nesting on a creek off the Carmans River - however the USFWS has blocked the creek off so kayakers/canoers cannot access the area. Newsday reports that the access will be unrestricted starting next week (Monday?) Apparently you can walk the black tupelo trail at wetheim wildlife refuge and at the end of it the eagles can be seen with a scope or bins across the creek. I know people who have seen the eagles flying in the area or perched near the mouth of the river. I intend on making a trip via kayak soon in hopes of photographing them. For those interested in seeing them from the hiking trail - keep in mind that wetheim has very restrictive hours. I believe they close at 4:00 PM sharp everyday. On Jun 15, 2013, at 8:23 PM, Matthew Clements nailh...@optonline.net wrote: Our local newsletter/paper has indicated that Bald Eagles are nesting on the Carmen's River in Shirley, NY. Has anyone seen this? If so, please give location. There are a lot of Osprey stands in this area as seen in Wertheim on the old trail - from a distance they can appear Thank you for any input. Matt Clements Mastic Beach, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] wood duck chicks
Myself and Anthony Graves observed a female wood duck and I believe 5 newly hatched chicks swimming in the east pond of Wading River Ponds (located on the border of Brookhaven Town and Riverhead Town (north country road - near the former Nuclear Power Plant). There is a wood duck box in the nearby woods, though I can't confirm that it was utilized. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] wood duck chicks
Myself and Anthony Graves observed a female wood duck and I believe 5 newly hatched chicks swimming in the east pond of Wading River Ponds (located on the border of Brookhaven Town and Riverhead Town (north country road - near the former Nuclear Power Plant). There is a wood duck box in the nearby woods, though I can't confirm that it was utilized. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Carmans River Birds (Shirley, NY)
Today my wife and I kayaked the lower third of the Carmans River (sunrise highway South to Great South Bay and back). It was relatively quiet - no bald eagles (target species) but we were pleased to find a Red-Breasted Merganser pair (both molting) and three glossy Ibis. The marshes bordering the river were filled with Marsh Wrens as well. Other notes: At least three ative Osprey nests (all on the west side of the river) and a very large Snapping Turtle For photos, see this link to my blog: *http://tinyurl.com/ll5vcmg* -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Carmans River Birds (Shirley, NY)
Today my wife and I kayaked the lower third of the Carmans River (sunrise highway South to Great South Bay and back). It was relatively quiet - no bald eagles (target species) but we were pleased to find a Red-Breasted Merganser pair (both molting) and three glossy Ibis. The marshes bordering the river were filled with Marsh Wrens as well. Other notes: At least three ative Osprey nests (all on the west side of the river) and a very large Snapping Turtle For photos, see this link to my blog: *http://tinyurl.com/ll5vcmg* -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Louisiana waterthrush - east setauket
Tho day around noon I had a Lousiana Watrerthrush feeding in a small freshwater pond (puddle really) off of Runs Road in East Setauket. The road is public but the property and wetland and private. Also seen were goldfinches, blue jays, cardinals and catbirds. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Louisiana waterthrush - east setauket
Tho day around noon I had a Lousiana Watrerthrush feeding in a small freshwater pond (puddle really) off of Runs Road in East Setauket. The road is public but the property and wetland and private. Also seen were goldfinches, blue jays, cardinals and catbirds. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] EPCAL
I took a trip to EPCAL yesterday afternoon. The Western runway is still completely filled with cars - however, the Eastern runway is now emptied (progress). I took a (short) drive on the Eastern Runway and saw several Northern Harriers hunting and some Red-tailed Hawks. The shrubs/small trees lining the runway are mostly destroyed/broken/uprooted from the activities over the past few months, but the grasslands seem largely intact. I would have toured the whole area - but a speeding ARROW security guard aggressively drove up to me and told me I needed to leave. When I asked him why, he said it was private property and that I need to leave, so I did. I'm not sure how "private" the property is... I think if anything it's public land encumbered by a temporary lease. I'll try to look into it a bit more - I hope that sooner than later the EPCAL runways can be returned to the public and we can once again enjoy looking for birds in this rare habitat. Also of note, there is a small pond in Brookhaven Hamlet (just west of the old Painter's restaurant) on the south side of Old Country Road. This pond is part of Beaverdam Creek on and on Saturday held two Blue-winged Teal and yesterday one one Blue-winged teal. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Dune Road
Dune Road this morning was at an extremely high tide (as high as I've ever seen it when not in a storm). It was easily passable in a sedan - but a good rinse with freshwater is recommended afterwards Due to the high tide birds were scarce but I did note the following: Belted Kingfisher Northern Harrier (2) Red-breasted Mergansers Black Ducks Great Blue Herons (2) For photos of the birds - you can view them here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2013/03/dune-road-ducks.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Dune Road
Dune Road this morning was at an extremely high tide (as high as I've ever seen it when not in a storm). It was easily passable in a sedan - but a good rinse with freshwater is recommended afterwards Due to the high tide birds were scarce but I did note the following: Belted Kingfisher Northern Harrier (2) Red-breasted Mergansers Black Ducks Great Blue Herons (2) For photos of the birds - you can view them here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2013/03/dune-road-ducks.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] gyrfalcon age info
The following is from Jerry Liguori (author of several books on raptors) which he made to me after seeing Doug Gochfelds photos: "It is an adult. It has molted once, you can see some retained juv upperwing coverts. So, it is in its first year of adulthood. This plumage is identical to older adults in all regards except fleshy part coloration, which varies in the rate it changes from bluish to yellow between sexes (males a bit quicker -- in Prairie Falcon too, of which I show a spring in-hand juv male in HFEA [hawks from every angle]), and between the larger falcons. The legs, cere, and orbital ring are a typical color for this age. Of the falcons, it takes Gyr the longest for the fleshy parts to change color, and it is the feet that change quickerbut this also varies." Jerry Liguori -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] gyrfalcon age info
The following is from Jerry Liguori (author of several books on raptors) which he made to me after seeing Doug Gochfelds photos: It is an adult. It has molted once, you can see some retained juv upperwing coverts. So, it is in its first year of adulthood. This plumage is identical to older adults in all regards except fleshy part coloration, which varies in the rate it changes from bluish to yellow between sexes (males a bit quicker -- in Prairie Falcon too, of which I show a spring in-hand juv male in HFEA [hawks from every angle]), and between the larger falcons. The legs, cere, and orbital ring are a typical color for this age. Of the falcons, it takes Gyr the longest for the fleshy parts to change color, and it is the feet that change quickerbut this also varies. Jerry Liguori -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] carmans river - Squassux landing
I took a walk around the Squassax Landing marina (Brookhaven Hamlet) this morning (private) at the mouth of the Carmans River. There was a Northern Harrier over the marshes and a small cluster of coots around the entrance to the marina (with a few buffleheads). A couple of coots were inside the marina, but that was about it. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] FW: Gilgo, Suffolk Co. Gyrfalcon
Just an FYI to anyone who thinks they witness "nefarious" activities (whatever that is defined...) falconers do have legal rights in the state of NY and falconry is highly regulated in the state of NY. For more information on what falconers can and cannot do, please visit: http://www.dec.ny.gov/regs/3940.html#13312 If a falconer is seen taking the bird/trying to take the bird/or is suspected of taking the bird, the DEC can (and probably should) be contacted and asked to provide any/all documentation pertaining to this taking (most likely through a FOIL request - hopefully someone from the DEC can give more specific information). If we as birders want our "rights" to be respected, it's best to respect the "rights" of others, regardless of if "we" agree with them or not. (P.S. no I'm not a falconer nor am I related to any) - Luke Ormand On Sun, Feb 24, 2013 at 7:58 PM, wrote: > > I thought a brief explanation would be in order for all who are wondering > why word of this bird did not get out via public forum until yesterday. > > My niece Holly Wilson and I found the Gyrfalcon last Sunday late morning, > and it was seen only very intermittently and very briefly untill around 2 > PM, when it seemed to have vanished for good. Given a negative experience > with another LI Gyrfalcon in the recent past, when a falconer came forward > after the sighting and claimed to have lost the very bird (a fact which > defied verification), we decided to keep it word of mouth for the time > being. > > Despite dedicated searching by several parties during the following week, > the bird was NOT refound. When the NY RBA was published Friday night the > bird was presumed to have moved on. > > Yesterday morning, Saturday, the Gyr was seen perched on an Osprey > platform at Gilgo, and then flying off and disappearing to the southwest; > subsequent searchers evenually spotted it perched on a low tree at a great > distance out on the Gilgo marsh, with rain and fog and the bird's refusal > to move precluding any detail of plumage and making for a very frustrating > and wet experience. A known falconer was seen at Gilgo looking for the > bird. We felt it would still be prudent not to post to NYSBirds, for > reasons stated above and because of the potential sensitivity of the > location, which is the beach restoration project staging area, very active > Monday to Saturday. It was, however, reported on eBird by several birders. > > With the bird's performance today, and with word getting out far and wide, > I am happy almost everyone who wanted to got to see it. I hope that it will > stick around for the rest of the folks who try for it, and that if anyone > witnesses any nefarious activity, it will be reported to this list and to > the local Bay Constable and/or the DEC. > > Patricia Lindsay > Bay Shore, NY > > -- > > NYSbirds-L List Info: > http://www.NortheastBirding.**com/NYSbirdsWELCOME<http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME> > http://www.NortheastBirding.**com/NYSbirdsRULES<http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES> > http://www.NortheastBirding.**com/**NYSbirdsSubscribeConfiguration** > Leave.htm<http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm> > > ARCHIVES: > 1) > http://www.mail-archive.com/**nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/**maillist.html<http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html> > 2) > http://www.surfbirds.com/**birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L<http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L> > 3) > http://birdingonthe.net/**mailinglists/NYSB.html<http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html> > > Please submit your observations to eBird: > http://ebird.org/content/**ebird/ <http://ebird.org/content/ebird/> > > -- > -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] FW: Gilgo, Suffolk Co. Gyrfalcon
Just an FYI to anyone who thinks they witness nefarious activities (whatever that is defined...) falconers do have legal rights in the state of NY and falconry is highly regulated in the state of NY. For more information on what falconers can and cannot do, please visit: http://www.dec.ny.gov/regs/3940.html#13312 If a falconer is seen taking the bird/trying to take the bird/or is suspected of taking the bird, the DEC can (and probably should) be contacted and asked to provide any/all documentation pertaining to this taking (most likely through a FOIL request - hopefully someone from the DEC can give more specific information). If we as birders want our rights to be respected, it's best to respect the rights of others, regardless of if we agree with them or not. (P.S. no I'm not a falconer nor am I related to any) - Luke Ormand On Sun, Feb 24, 2013 at 7:58 PM, pjlind...@optonline.net wrote: I thought a brief explanation would be in order for all who are wondering why word of this bird did not get out via public forum until yesterday. My niece Holly Wilson and I found the Gyrfalcon last Sunday late morning, and it was seen only very intermittently and very briefly untill around 2 PM, when it seemed to have vanished for good. Given a negative experience with another LI Gyrfalcon in the recent past, when a falconer came forward after the sighting and claimed to have lost the very bird (a fact which defied verification), we decided to keep it word of mouth for the time being. Despite dedicated searching by several parties during the following week, the bird was NOT refound. When the NY RBA was published Friday night the bird was presumed to have moved on. Yesterday morning, Saturday, the Gyr was seen perched on an Osprey platform at Gilgo, and then flying off and disappearing to the southwest; subsequent searchers evenually spotted it perched on a low tree at a great distance out on the Gilgo marsh, with rain and fog and the bird's refusal to move precluding any detail of plumage and making for a very frustrating and wet experience. A known falconer was seen at Gilgo looking for the bird. We felt it would still be prudent not to post to NYSBirds, for reasons stated above and because of the potential sensitivity of the location, which is the beach restoration project staging area, very active Monday to Saturday. It was, however, reported on eBird by several birders. With the bird's performance today, and with word getting out far and wide, I am happy almost everyone who wanted to got to see it. I hope that it will stick around for the rest of the folks who try for it, and that if anyone witnesses any nefarious activity, it will be reported to this list and to the local Bay Constable and/or the DEC. Patricia Lindsay Bay Shore, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.**com/NYSbirdsWELCOMEhttp://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.**com/NYSbirdsRULEShttp://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.**com/**NYSbirdsSubscribeConfiguration** Leave.htmhttp://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/**nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/**maillist.htmlhttp://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/**birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-Lhttp://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/**mailinglists/NYSB.htmlhttp://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/**ebird/ http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] carmans river - Squassux landing
I took a walk around the Squassax Landing marina (Brookhaven Hamlet) this morning (private) at the mouth of the Carmans River. There was a Northern Harrier over the marshes and a small cluster of coots around the entrance to the marina (with a few buffleheads). A couple of coots were inside the marina, but that was about it. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] CORRECTION -
Ok - 6 e-mails in about 1 minute alerted me to the fact that it should have said semi-palmated PLOVER, not sandpiper. Apologies! At least I caught it tonight instead of sending a whole legion of birders out there tomorrow Thanks for all of the responses alerting me to this. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Dune Road - Hampton Bays/East Quogue
This afternoon I took a trip to Dune Road which was free and clear except for a massive puddle to the East of Tiana which kept me from driving through with my car (trucks can pass no problem). Birds were scarce, but of good quality. American Bittern, Semi-palmated Sandpiper, Northern Harrier, Sharp-shinned Hawk and a Black-crowned Night Heron. Photos of birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2013/02/dune-road-quality-over-quantity.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Dune Road - Hampton Bays/East Quogue
This afternoon I took a trip to Dune Road which was free and clear except for a massive puddle to the East of Tiana which kept me from driving through with my car (trucks can pass no problem). Birds were scarce, but of good quality. American Bittern, Semi-palmated Sandpiper, Northern Harrier, Sharp-shinned Hawk and a Black-crowned Night Heron. Photos of birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2013/02/dune-road-quality-over-quantity.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] CORRECTION -
Ok - 6 e-mails in about 1 minute alerted me to the fact that it should have said semi-palmated PLOVER, not sandpiper. Apologies! At least I caught it tonight instead of sending a whole legion of birders out there tomorrow Thanks for all of the responses alerting me to this. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] sad news - trumepter swan
I have heard via Bob Kessler (who lives on Upper Lake and who first spotted the Trumepter Swans several years ago) that the Trumepter Swan which was shot last month has passed away under the care of the rehabber. On an unrelated note, I received an e-mail recently about a "naturalist" training program which will take place at the Flanders Community Center in Flanders, NY (next to Riverhead). For anyone interested, here is the info: http://www.prlog.org/12068478-long-islands-east-end-to-benefit-from-quality-parks-master-naturalist-program.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] sad news - trumepter swan
I have heard via Bob Kessler (who lives on Upper Lake and who first spotted the Trumepter Swans several years ago) that the Trumepter Swan which was shot last month has passed away under the care of the rehabber. On an unrelated note, I received an e-mail recently about a naturalist training program which will take place at the Flanders Community Center in Flanders, NY (next to Riverhead). For anyone interested, here is the info: http://www.prlog.org/12068478-long-islands-east-end-to-benefit-from-quality-parks-master-naturalist-program.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Dune Road - Hampton Bays
This morning I took a drive down Dune Road. On my way toward Hampton Bays I spotted an Adult Cooper's Hawk on a powerline. Two hooded mergansers were near the Quogue/East Quogue border on a small pool on the north side of the road. Other highlights include: American Bittern (near triton lane), belted kingfishers, 2 great egrets and three great blue herons. Well off-shore, near the 1-mile buoy were 2-3 huge rafts containing thousands of birds. My guess is eiders or scoters, but they were too far offshore to tell through my camera or bins. Photos of some of the birds including the bittern can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2013/01/american-bittern-on-dune-road.html Additionally, I saw on LIbirds.com that a Purple Gallinule was picked up approximately 70 miles offshore by some fisherman and brought to the rehabber in Hampton Bays... that bird must have really been confused swimming around with all of the puffins out there. -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Dune Road - Hampton Bays
This morning I took a drive down Dune Road. On my way toward Hampton Bays I spotted an Adult Cooper's Hawk on a powerline. Two hooded mergansers were near the Quogue/East Quogue border on a small pool on the north side of the road. Other highlights include: American Bittern (near triton lane), belted kingfishers, 2 great egrets and three great blue herons. Well off-shore, near the 1-mile buoy were 2-3 huge rafts containing thousands of birds. My guess is eiders or scoters, but they were too far offshore to tell through my camera or bins. Photos of some of the birds including the bittern can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2013/01/american-bittern-on-dune-road.html Additionally, I saw on LIbirds.com that a Purple Gallinule was picked up approximately 70 miles offshore by some fisherman and brought to the rehabber in Hampton Bays... that bird must have really been confused swimming around with all of the puffins out there. -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Long Island Trumpeter Swan Shot (still alive)
On January 11th, 2013 it was reported on LIbirds that one of the two trumpeter swans which have over-wintered on Upper Lake in Yaphank was shot by a shotgun. Anthony Graves looked into the matter further and has learned that the bird (sex unknown) was brought to a rehabber (in Hampton Bays) and appears to have only suffered a broken wing and is expected to make a full recovery - but not for some time. The other Trumpeter Swan apparently was last seen flying off the lake with a flock of Canada Geese and has not been seen on the lake in several days. It is the optimistic hope that these birds will both end up back at their breeding grounds come spring and once again be re-united. >From the information that's been retrieved, it appears that police have a good idea of the alleged shooter and there is an open investigation. Of course if anyone has more information on this, please contact the Suffolk County Police Department and or the NYS DEC Environmental Conservation Officers. This incident was brought to the attention of the Pine Barrens Joint Planning and Policy Commission today at a regular meeting (Peter Scully, head of Region 1 NYSDEC is a member of this board) due to the fact that the birds frequent Yaphank Lake which is part of the Carmans River system and within the Core of the Central Pine Barrens. These birds have been regularly over-wintering at this lake since at least the winter of 2009-2010. For whatever reason it seems these birds get little recognition on this list serve, despite the fact that they are the only trumpeter swans on Long Island year after year and if memory serves me it was the general consensus that these birds are in fact part of a wild population. If anyone is interested in viewing photos I took in 2009 of the birds, feel free to visit this link: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2010/01/trumpeter-swans-in-yaphank.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Long Island Trumpeter Swan Shot (still alive)
On January 11th, 2013 it was reported on LIbirds that one of the two trumpeter swans which have over-wintered on Upper Lake in Yaphank was shot by a shotgun. Anthony Graves looked into the matter further and has learned that the bird (sex unknown) was brought to a rehabber (in Hampton Bays) and appears to have only suffered a broken wing and is expected to make a full recovery - but not for some time. The other Trumpeter Swan apparently was last seen flying off the lake with a flock of Canada Geese and has not been seen on the lake in several days. It is the optimistic hope that these birds will both end up back at their breeding grounds come spring and once again be re-united. From the information that's been retrieved, it appears that police have a good idea of the alleged shooter and there is an open investigation. Of course if anyone has more information on this, please contact the Suffolk County Police Department and or the NYS DEC Environmental Conservation Officers. This incident was brought to the attention of the Pine Barrens Joint Planning and Policy Commission today at a regular meeting (Peter Scully, head of Region 1 NYSDEC is a member of this board) due to the fact that the birds frequent Yaphank Lake which is part of the Carmans River system and within the Core of the Central Pine Barrens. These birds have been regularly over-wintering at this lake since at least the winter of 2009-2010. For whatever reason it seems these birds get little recognition on this list serve, despite the fact that they are the only trumpeter swans on Long Island year after year and if memory serves me it was the general consensus that these birds are in fact part of a wild population. If anyone is interested in viewing photos I took in 2009 of the birds, feel free to visit this link: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2010/01/trumpeter-swans-in-yaphank.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] peregrine - HB coast guard station
Yesterday afternoon I found a Peregrine Falcon about 1/3 of the way up the big communications tower at the Coast Guard Station in HB at the foot of the Ponquogue Bridge. This has been a historically popular spot for Peregrines - especially in cooler months so keep an eye out. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] peregrine - HB coast guard station
Yesterday afternoon I found a Peregrine Falcon about 1/3 of the way up the big communications tower at the Coast Guard Station in HB at the foot of the Ponquogue Bridge. This has been a historically popular spot for Peregrines - especially in cooler months so keep an eye out. -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] crossbills @ Hecksher SP
This morning I visited Hecksher State Park in search of Crossbills. I'd never seen these two species before, but figured now was the best time to do so. After running into Derek Rogers who gave me some rudimentary advise (head east and listen for birds), I found a mixed flock of Red Crossbills and White-winged Crossbills, featuring both sexes actively feeding. I was with them for about 20 minutes before leaving to return to my car for something. When I came back again, Derek informed me that a flock of White-winged just took off and I was unable to re-find either species. For some photos of these birds, check out my blog post here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/11/crossbills.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] crossbills @ Hecksher SP
This morning I visited Hecksher State Park in search of Crossbills. I'd never seen these two species before, but figured now was the best time to do so. After running into Derek Rogers who gave me some rudimentary advise (head east and listen for birds), I found a mixed flock of Red Crossbills and White-winged Crossbills, featuring both sexes actively feeding. I was with them for about 20 minutes before leaving to return to my car for something. When I came back again, Derek informed me that a flock of White-winged just took off and I was unable to re-find either species. For some photos of these birds, check out my blog post here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/11/crossbills.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] siskins
I opened the door to go outside this morning and my yard was loaded with siskins who blended in extremely well with the ground. As soon as I came outside they flew to adjacent trees or properties.. I have no feeder or bird bath either. I'm a mile north from the Great South Bay in East Patchogue. I'd estimate there were at least 50 -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] siskins
I opened the door to go outside this morning and my yard was loaded with siskins who blended in extremely well with the ground. As soon as I came outside they flew to adjacent trees or properties.. I have no feeder or bird bath either. I'm a mile north from the Great South Bay in East Patchogue. I'd estimate there were at least 50 -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] pied-billed grebe - swan lake
I counted at least 3 pied-billed grebes on Swan Lake in East Patchogue... nothing else really of note aside from a Yellow-rumped warbler. On Thursday I went down to Smith's Point and along the side of William Floyd Parkway, just north of the entrance to the Marina I spotted a small group of Turkeys which was quite surprising. I also met up with a woman at the nature center/watch tower who said she photographed turkeys there. Pretty interesting that there are now Turkey on Fire Island considering they were all but gone from Long Island not long ago. For photos from today, please visit: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/10/fall-colors.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] pied-billed grebe - swan lake
I counted at least 3 pied-billed grebes on Swan Lake in East Patchogue... nothing else really of note aside from a Yellow-rumped warbler. On Thursday I went down to Smith's Point and along the side of William Floyd Parkway, just north of the entrance to the Marina I spotted a small group of Turkeys which was quite surprising. I also met up with a woman at the nature center/watch tower who said she photographed turkeys there. Pretty interesting that there are now Turkey on Fire Island considering they were all but gone from Long Island not long ago. For photos from today, please visit: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/10/fall-colors.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] common raven - east patchogue
I saw/photographed what I believe to be a Common Raven which was outside my house on the powerline. It was not in the company of any other corvids and appeared quite large (double the size of the Grackles that were in the yard). I've posted a photo on my blog - feel free to confirm or correct me - thanks. http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/10/common-raven.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach West End
This morning I made my first fall venture to the West End of Jones Beach. Nothing unusual to report - the most unique find for me were several Cedar Waxwings which I don't recall seeing during past migrations. Merlins were aplenty - chasing off many birds including a lot of Northern Flickers. I did see two decent sized flocks of DC Cormorants headed West. Small birds were flocks of Pine Siskins and American Goldfinches. Ocean Parkway yielded one beautiful Peregrine perched on a snag. Photos of some of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/10/first-trip-to-jones-beach-this-fall.html - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] EPCAL
I visited EPCAL both yesterday (Saturday) and today (Sunday). On Saturday, the winds were really ripping but I was able to check out both runways since the skydiving outfit was not operating. Between both runways, there were at least 20 American Kestrels, and 1 Northern Harrier, re-affirming that EPCAL is the #1 place to find Kestrels in any kind of numbers throughout the year. No other birds were noted aside from some swallows coursing through the air on the northern EPCAL property (radar site). Today, there were no winds, but the eastern runway (which held the majority of Kestrels yesterday) was being used heavily by skydivers which meant I could not check it out. On the Western runway, there were a handful of Kestrels, 1 Red-tailed Hawk, at least 1 Eastern Meadowlark, a pair of Savannah Sparrows and a small gaggle (?) of turkeys. One of the Kestrels I photographed stalking, catching and eating a grasshopper. For photos, checkout this link: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/09/september-birds.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] EPCAL
I visited EPCAL both yesterday (Saturday) and today (Sunday). On Saturday, the winds were really ripping but I was able to check out both runways since the skydiving outfit was not operating. Between both runways, there were at least 20 American Kestrels, and 1 Northern Harrier, re-affirming that EPCAL is the #1 place to find Kestrels in any kind of numbers throughout the year. No other birds were noted aside from some swallows coursing through the air on the northern EPCAL property (radar site). Today, there were no winds, but the eastern runway (which held the majority of Kestrels yesterday) was being used heavily by skydivers which meant I could not check it out. On the Western runway, there were a handful of Kestrels, 1 Red-tailed Hawk, at least 1 Eastern Meadowlark, a pair of Savannah Sparrows and a small gaggle (?) of turkeys. One of the Kestrels I photographed stalking, catching and eating a grasshopper. For photos, checkout this link: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/09/september-birds.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Alley Pond Park
I visited Alley Pond Park this morning between 6:45 Am and 9:00 Am. It was relatively quite and the amount of leaf coverage made finding birds by eye quite difficult. There were quite a few thrushes around (didn't get good enough looks to determine which species) and the sounds of Ovenbirds, Canada Warblers and Rose Breasted-Grosbeaks were prevalent throughout. I did find a Northern Parula that was nearly on the forest floor on the Southside of the park near Kingsbury Ave. A Tennesse Warbler was heard but not seen near Clovefield Blvd. I also noticed the nest of a Cardinal on the south side of the Adventure Center in a tree about 6 feet off the ground. Photos of some of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/05/alley-pond-park.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Nursery - Manorville
This morning between 10:30 and 11:30 I conducted a site inspection at a defunct nursery in Manorville north of Sunrise Highway (just west of the "eastport" sod farm). The nursery is approximately 25 acres in size and had a nice collection of birds including the following: Yellow Warblers (at least 10 - some with nesting material) Grey Catbirds Norther Mockingbirds 5 Adult Male Orchard Orioles Chipping Sparrows Song Sparrows House Finches Red-winged Blackbirds Photos of some of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/05/yellow-warbler-this-morning-i-had-to.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Nursery - Manorville
This morning between 10:30 and 11:30 I conducted a site inspection at a defunct nursery in Manorville north of Sunrise Highway (just west of the eastport sod farm). The nursery is approximately 25 acres in size and had a nice collection of birds including the following: Yellow Warblers (at least 10 - some with nesting material) Grey Catbirds Norther Mockingbirds 5 Adult Male Orchard Orioles Chipping Sparrows Song Sparrows House Finches Red-winged Blackbirds Photos of some of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/05/yellow-warbler-this-morning-i-had-to.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Prairie Warblers
This posting is a day old but I think it's still relevant. On friday afternoon and Saturday Morning I visited a patch of the Pine Barrens at the terminus of Wading River Hollow Road near WLNY-TV in Ridge (north of Rt. 25, east of Artists Lake). There's a small pond in the woods - not sure what the name of it is but it was virtually dry due to the drought we have been experiencing. The trail along the LIPA easement though had lots of singing Prairie Warblers and I was able to find a few to photograph as well. The dominant vegetation in the area is bayberry which makes it easy to view the birds. A blog post with a few photos can be found here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/05/prairie-warblers-abound.html This afternoon I stopped at Quogue Wildlife Refuge and found a nesting Blue Jay just off the boardwalk trail on the south side neatly tucked behind some vegetation. That was the only bird of note there - but to the South, along the east side of Meeting House Road is a newly constructed osprey nest in the top of a tree. This is interesting as natural nests (not constructed on platforms) are quite rare on the Island and it seems that they were forced to construct it due to an Owl taking over their nearby platform nest. -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Prairie Warblers
This posting is a day old but I think it's still relevant. On friday afternoon and Saturday Morning I visited a patch of the Pine Barrens at the terminus of Wading River Hollow Road near WLNY-TV in Ridge (north of Rt. 25, east of Artists Lake). There's a small pond in the woods - not sure what the name of it is but it was virtually dry due to the drought we have been experiencing. The trail along the LIPA easement though had lots of singing Prairie Warblers and I was able to find a few to photograph as well. The dominant vegetation in the area is bayberry which makes it easy to view the birds. A blog post with a few photos can be found here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/05/prairie-warblers-abound.html This afternoon I stopped at Quogue Wildlife Refuge and found a nesting Blue Jay just off the boardwalk trail on the south side neatly tucked behind some vegetation. That was the only bird of note there - but to the South, along the east side of Meeting House Road is a newly constructed osprey nest in the top of a tree. This is interesting as natural nests (not constructed on platforms) are quite rare on the Island and it seems that they were forced to construct it due to an Owl taking over their nearby platform nest. -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] EPCAL & North Fork Preserve
I visited EPCAL and North Fork Preserve on Friday morning and Saturday morning as well as another location in Calverton near EPCAL. At EPCAL, there were at least 25 American Kestrels (both runways), several Northern Harriers, a Red-tailed Hawk, several large flocks of Eastern Meadowlarks, Bluebirds actively preparing a nest in a nest box and Wild Turkey. The North Fork Preserve had a flock of Green-winged Teal on the largest pond as well as 7 Snipe a Great Blue Heron and a pair of Northern Shovelers. Additionally, NFP had a Northern Harrier, a Red-tailed Hawk, Tree Swallows, a roosting Turkey, Northern Flickers and Golden-crowned Kinglets as well as a species of Thrush though I'm not sure which one. Lastly, the location in Calverton off of Wading River Road had Red-winged Blackbirds, Ruby-crowned Kinglets and Pine Warblers. Photos of some of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/04/calverton-and-north-fork-preserve.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] EPCAL North Fork Preserve
I visited EPCAL and North Fork Preserve on Friday morning and Saturday morning as well as another location in Calverton near EPCAL. At EPCAL, there were at least 25 American Kestrels (both runways), several Northern Harriers, a Red-tailed Hawk, several large flocks of Eastern Meadowlarks, Bluebirds actively preparing a nest in a nest box and Wild Turkey. The North Fork Preserve had a flock of Green-winged Teal on the largest pond as well as 7 Snipe a Great Blue Heron and a pair of Northern Shovelers. Additionally, NFP had a Northern Harrier, a Red-tailed Hawk, Tree Swallows, a roosting Turkey, Northern Flickers and Golden-crowned Kinglets as well as a species of Thrush though I'm not sure which one. Lastly, the location in Calverton off of Wading River Road had Red-winged Blackbirds, Ruby-crowned Kinglets and Pine Warblers. Photos of some of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/04/calverton-and-north-fork-preserve.html -- - Luke Ormand, East Patchogue www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose photos
I was able to get a few decent photos of the Pink-footed Goose in Holtsville this evening. If you go and are interested in getting a little closer for photography without making all of the birds fly and walk away there's a fence that runs along the eastern sides of the field and for the most part you can walk on the opposite side of the fence which allowed me to get within 100 yards of the bird (instead of the 300 yards I was at when viewing from the road). Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/02/pink-footed-goose.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pink footed goose - no
The pink footed goose was not at the park (nor were any other geese) located at 112 and horseblock rd. I didn't see any other geese at the nearby elementary school, high school or town hall. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pink footed goose - no
The pink footed goose was not at the park (nor were any other geese) located at 112 and horseblock rd. I didn't see any other geese at the nearby elementary school, high school or town hall. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose photos
I was able to get a few decent photos of the Pink-footed Goose in Holtsville this evening. If you go and are interested in getting a little closer for photography without making all of the birds fly and walk away there's a fence that runs along the eastern sides of the field and for the most part you can walk on the opposite side of the fence which allowed me to get within 100 yards of the bird (instead of the 300 yards I was at when viewing from the road). Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/02/pink-footed-goose.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Snowy Owl and Snow Goose - East End
This afternoon I visited Dune Rd. and along some other birders and photographers easily spotted the lingering Snowy Owl on Warner's Island best viewed from Road I on the North side of Dune Rd., just east of Ponquogue Bridge. The Shinnecock Inlet held a couple Common Loons and some seals but nothing else of interest was found there or on the remainder of Dune Rd. Quogue Wildlife refuge held a single Snow Goose hanging with mallards at the main pond - the bird appeared to have a broken wing. For photos of these birds please visit my blog here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/01/snowy-owl-and-snow-goose.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Snowy Owl and Snow Goose - East End
This afternoon I visited Dune Rd. and along some other birders and photographers easily spotted the lingering Snowy Owl on Warner's Island best viewed from Road I on the North side of Dune Rd., just east of Ponquogue Bridge. The Shinnecock Inlet held a couple Common Loons and some seals but nothing else of interest was found there or on the remainder of Dune Rd. Quogue Wildlife refuge held a single Snow Goose hanging with mallards at the main pond - the bird appeared to have a broken wing. For photos of these birds please visit my blog here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2012/01/snowy-owl-and-snow-goose.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Mountain Bluebird
I was fortunate enough to see and photograph the Mountain Bluebird this morning around 10:30 AM at the Haunted House along Rt. 25A. In addition to this bird, I saw 2 Kestrels, 2 Red-tailed Hawks, 2 Eastern Bluebirds, 2 Red-tailed Hawks and a flock of Eastern Meadowlarks at EPCAL. A quick trip to the North Fork Preserve also held a Red-tailed Hawk and a Cooper's Hawk that was intent on chasing it. Photos of the birds can be seen here... http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/12/mountain-bluebird.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Mountain Bluebird
I was fortunate enough to see and photograph the Mountain Bluebird this morning around 10:30 AM at the Haunted House along Rt. 25A. In addition to this bird, I saw 2 Kestrels, 2 Red-tailed Hawks, 2 Eastern Bluebirds, 2 Red-tailed Hawks and a flock of Eastern Meadowlarks at EPCAL. A quick trip to the North Fork Preserve also held a Red-tailed Hawk and a Cooper's Hawk that was intent on chasing it. Photos of the birds can be seen here... http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/12/mountain-bluebird.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Peregrine Falcon @ Jones Beach WEII
Jones Beach was quiet this morning with some junco's and some yellow rumped warblers hanging around. Some Sharp-shinned hawks were also moving through but the highlight was a Peregrine Falcon that came in close. Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/11/peregrine-falcon.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Saw-whet update
Just an update on the injured northern saw-whet owl I reported on yesterday. The birds broken wing was set and the bird was brought to a certified rehabbed who will likely keep the bird through winter and release it during spring (which is important as the bird likely was migrating south) assuming the win heals properly. Additionally the bet said they had received another Northern Saw-Whet owl with a broken wing. I'm not sure of that bird will be going to the same rehabber. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Injured Northern Saw-Whet Owl, Speonk
A co-worker of mine brought in an injured Northern Saw-Whet owl this morning (it appeared to have a broken wing). It was quickly brought to a vet up the road and will be well taken care of. The vet was unable to tell us if and when it would be released but said if the wing sets properly it will be released back into the wild. Photos and a few more details can be found here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/ -- - Luke -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Scissor-tailed Flycatcher Photos from Saturday
I was lucky enough to be driving near Captree when the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher yesterday (10/22) was reported and I got a couple photos. Prior to that I had been at Jones Beach West End where I photographed plenty of Yellow-rumped warblers and watched a Sharp-shinned Hawk chase a Northern Flicker and a Merlin chase a Sharpie. Photos of these birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/10/scissor-tailed-flycatcher.html Thanks for viewing -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Scissor-tailed Flycatcher Photos from Saturday
I was lucky enough to be driving near Captree when the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher yesterday (10/22) was reported and I got a couple photos. Prior to that I had been at Jones Beach West End where I photographed plenty of Yellow-rumped warblers and watched a Sharp-shinned Hawk chase a Northern Flicker and a Merlin chase a Sharpie. Photos of these birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/10/scissor-tailed-flycatcher.html Thanks for viewing -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] White-crowned Sparrow - Jones Beach
I was at Jones Beach this morning and it was quite slow even though the winds were out of the NW (but quite light). Raptors were few and far between, though a Cooper's Hawk was lingering around the median along with some Merlins. At the hedgerow at the Coast Guard Station all of the usual suspects were present - but the hightlight was a white-crowned sparrow. Additionally a spotted sandpiper was hanging around the dock. When I was driving home crossing the Robert Moses Causeway I spotted two dueling Peregrine Falcons. Photos of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/10/white-crowned-sparrow.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] White-crowned Sparrow - Jones Beach
I was at Jones Beach this morning and it was quite slow even though the winds were out of the NW (but quite light). Raptors were few and far between, though a Cooper's Hawk was lingering around the median along with some Merlins. At the hedgerow at the Coast Guard Station all of the usual suspects were present - but the hightlight was a white-crowned sparrow. Additionally a spotted sandpiper was hanging around the dock. When I was driving home crossing the Robert Moses Causeway I spotted two dueling Peregrine Falcons. Photos of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/10/white-crowned-sparrow.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach West End
This morning I was at Jones Beach West End from 7:30-9:30 and had some success. The winds were not favorable but they were present enough to keep mosquitos at bay. On the raptor front I had 2 Cooper's, 1 Sharp-shinned, at least 5 osprey (several juveniles), 1 Northern Harrier and 3 merlin. With regards to small birds, flickers of course were in good numbers, I spotted 1 brown thrasher, many yellow-rumped warblers and at the coast guard station I had plenty of golden-crowned kinglets and a beautiful magnolia warbler. In addition there were good numbers of palm warblers around and a variety of sparrows. Photos of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/10/jones-beach-migrants.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach West End
This morning I was at Jones Beach West End from 7:30-9:30 and had some success. The winds were not favorable but they were present enough to keep mosquitos at bay. On the raptor front I had 2 Cooper's, 1 Sharp-shinned, at least 5 osprey (several juveniles), 1 Northern Harrier and 3 merlin. With regards to small birds, flickers of course were in good numbers, I spotted 1 brown thrasher, many yellow-rumped warblers and at the coast guard station I had plenty of golden-crowned kinglets and a beautiful magnolia warbler. In addition there were good numbers of palm warblers around and a variety of sparrows. Photos of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/10/jones-beach-migrants.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Wilson's Phalarope, Hecksher Park, Field 7
This evening after work I got word there was a Wilson's Phalarope again visiting Field 7 at Hecksher State Park. I made it there around 5 and found the bird in the small puddle in the parking lot (the grassy wetland has dried up this week). In addition to the bird there were Lesser Yellow Legs, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper and Killdeer. The birds flushed shortly after I arrived do to what was likely a raptor. Eventually they returned sans the Wilson's Phalarope and the fact that Canadian Geese had moved in to occupy the wetland probably didn't help. Photos of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/09/wilsons-phalarope.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Wilson's Phalarope, Hecksher Park, Field 7
This evening after work I got word there was a Wilson's Phalarope again visiting Field 7 at Hecksher State Park. I made it there around 5 and found the bird in the small puddle in the parking lot (the grassy wetland has dried up this week). In addition to the bird there were Lesser Yellow Legs, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper and Killdeer. The birds flushed shortly after I arrived do to what was likely a raptor. Eventually they returned sans the Wilson's Phalarope and the fact that Canadian Geese had moved in to occupy the wetland probably didn't help. Photos of the birds can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/09/wilsons-phalarope.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Cupsogue Flats
This afternoon I wandered around the Cupsogue Flats and found the following: 5 Marbled Godwits, 10 Black Skimmers (juveniles and adults) 2 Eastern Willets, 2 Royal Terns and big flocks of DC cormorants, sanderlings, black bellied plovers and snowy/great egrets. For some photos, please visit this link: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/09/marbled-godwits.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Cupsogue Flats
This afternoon I wandered around the Cupsogue Flats and found the following: 5 Marbled Godwits, 10 Black Skimmers (juveniles and adults) 2 Eastern Willets, 2 Royal Terns and big flocks of DC cormorants, sanderlings, black bellied plovers and snowy/great egrets. For some photos, please visit this link: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/09/marbled-godwits.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] great kiskadee - general info
I created a blog post with some general info and a variety of sources including other photos of Great Kiskadees for comparison purposes. The blog post can be found here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/09/great-kiskadee.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] great kiskadee - general info
I created a blog post with some general info and a variety of sources including other photos of Great Kiskadees for comparison purposes. The blog post can be found here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/09/great-kiskadee.html -- - Luke Ormand www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Photos of Yesterdays Terns
I put up a blog post with photos of the Black Terns and Royal Terns I found yesterday in Hampton Bays along the shores of the Peconic Bay and the Shinnecock Inlet. I had a photo of a Sandwhich Tern but seemed to have "misplaced it". For those interested: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/hurricane-birds.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Photos of Yesterdays Terns
I put up a blog post with photos of the Black Terns and Royal Terns I found yesterday in Hampton Bays along the shores of the Peconic Bay and the Shinnecock Inlet. I had a photo of a Sandwhich Tern but seemed to have misplaced it. For those interested: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/hurricane-birds.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Black terns - Hampton bays
I stopped at Squires Pond (east landing road) and there are around 50 terns on the beach - most appear to be conning but at least 2 black terns and 1 juv skimmer. There are likely other rarities here but I'm Unfamiliar with pelagics so if anyone is nearby take a look. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Quogue Wildlife Refuge
Quogue Wildlife Refuge was abuzz with birds this evening. A large flock of Cedar Waxwings were actively hawking insects around the bridge at North Pond. Also seen was a YOY American Redstart and an Eastern Wood Pewee. Near the butterfly garden was a Ruby Throated Hummingbird feeding on nectar, a White-breasted Nuthatch, Eastern Towhees, and a good number of Blue Jays. Photos of the Waxwing, the Am. Redstart and others can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/quogue-wildlife-refuge.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Quogue Wildlife Refuge
Quogue Wildlife Refuge was abuzz with birds this evening. A large flock of Cedar Waxwings were actively hawking insects around the bridge at North Pond. Also seen was a YOY American Redstart and an Eastern Wood Pewee. Near the butterfly garden was a Ruby Throated Hummingbird feeding on nectar, a White-breasted Nuthatch, Eastern Towhees, and a good number of Blue Jays. Photos of the Waxwing, the Am. Redstart and others can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/quogue-wildlife-refuge.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] American Goldfinches, Cedar Waxwings, Sparrows - Southampton Village
This evening I went to the wildflower preserve in Southampton Village which was dedicated as open space as part of the Olde Towne subdivision. This wildflower field can be found at the intersection of Wickapogue Rd and Olde Towne Rd, just Southeast of Southampton Hospital (note: parking can be difficult and is restricted during certain hours on some of the neighboring streets so pay attention to the signs if you plan on a visit). Over the last few years the developer has had workers plant thousands of containers of (mostly) native plants which has become a haven for insects and apparently now birds. There was a substantial flock of American Goldfinches feeding on the Purple Coneflowers on the southern section of the wildflower field. It is difficult to estimate the number of birds as they seemed to rotate in shifts from several trees but I'd guess at least 50 birds were there. Several sparrows popped up from the flowers from time to time and it seemed as though most were Song Sparrows but I didn't pay much attention to them and I would guess that a more skilled bird identifier would be able to pick something more interesting out. When I went to leave I noticed two Cedar Waxwings hawking insects as well. Also of interest were at least 5 species of butterfly - surely a wonderful spot for wildlife viewing on the outskirts of Southampton Village. Photos of the birds and some butterflies can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/american-goldfinches-and-butterflies.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] American Goldfinches, Cedar Waxwings, Sparrows - Southampton Village
This evening I went to the wildflower preserve in Southampton Village which was dedicated as open space as part of the Olde Towne subdivision. This wildflower field can be found at the intersection of Wickapogue Rd and Olde Towne Rd, just Southeast of Southampton Hospital (note: parking can be difficult and is restricted during certain hours on some of the neighboring streets so pay attention to the signs if you plan on a visit). Over the last few years the developer has had workers plant thousands of containers of (mostly) native plants which has become a haven for insects and apparently now birds. There was a substantial flock of American Goldfinches feeding on the Purple Coneflowers on the southern section of the wildflower field. It is difficult to estimate the number of birds as they seemed to rotate in shifts from several trees but I'd guess at least 50 birds were there. Several sparrows popped up from the flowers from time to time and it seemed as though most were Song Sparrows but I didn't pay much attention to them and I would guess that a more skilled bird identifier would be able to pick something more interesting out. When I went to leave I noticed two Cedar Waxwings hawking insects as well. Also of interest were at least 5 species of butterfly - surely a wonderful spot for wildlife viewing on the outskirts of Southampton Village. Photos of the birds and some butterflies can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/american-goldfinches-and-butterflies.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] least tern chicks
I visited a second Least Tern colony this evening (different from yesterday) on behalf of the Parks Dept. due to my proximity to the site, familiarity with the birds and difficulty in reaching the site. I found just one least tern chick that was nearly fledged but was surprised to find another chick that had likely hatched that morning (it was still being protected by its parent and was not mobile). This may have been the result of an abandoned first nest attempt and a successful hatchling from a second clutch (especially since there was only 1 bird as opposed to the expected 2 or 3). Other birds seen in the Goose Creek area while en route to the tern colony were Black Bellied Plovers (including 1 in breeding plumage), ruddy turnstones, semi-palmated plovers, least sandpipers and 1 common tern that flew overhead. A photo of the least tern hatchling can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/least-tern-hatchling.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] least tern chicks
I visited a second Least Tern colony this evening (different from yesterday) on behalf of the Parks Dept. due to my proximity to the site, familiarity with the birds and difficulty in reaching the site. I found just one least tern chick that was nearly fledged but was surprised to find another chick that had likely hatched that morning (it was still being protected by its parent and was not mobile). This may have been the result of an abandoned first nest attempt and a successful hatchling from a second clutch (especially since there was only 1 bird as opposed to the expected 2 or 3). Other birds seen in the Goose Creek area while en route to the tern colony were Black Bellied Plovers (including 1 in breeding plumage), ruddy turnstones, semi-palmated plovers, least sandpipers and 1 common tern that flew overhead. A photo of the least tern hatchling can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/least-tern-hatchling.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Least Tern chicks
This evening I ventured to a Least Tern Colony in Reeves Bay and observed about 1 dozen Least Tern chicks in various stages of growth plus several fledged birds which leads me to believe there were quite a few nests that had been washed out at the site early in the season (predation is very unlikely due to the seclusion of the site). I also noted 1 deceased chick that was likely a few days old at the time of its demise. A Common Tern nest with 3 eggs had been abandoned some time ago. A single salt marsh sparrow was also seen at the site. Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/least-tern-chicks.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Least Tern chicks
This evening I ventured to a Least Tern Colony in Reeves Bay and observed about 1 dozen Least Tern chicks in various stages of growth plus several fledged birds which leads me to believe there were quite a few nests that had been washed out at the site early in the season (predation is very unlikely due to the seclusion of the site). I also noted 1 deceased chick that was likely a few days old at the time of its demise. A Common Tern nest with 3 eggs had been abandoned some time ago. A single salt marsh sparrow was also seen at the site. Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/least-tern-chicks.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pike's Beach
I visited Pike's Beach this evening - nothing spectacular or really all that out of the ordinary but there were two non-breeding plumaged Piping Plovers, several Greater Yellowlegs, a small group of Ruddy Turnstones and plenty of semipalmated sandpipers. Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/pikes-beach.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pike's Beach
I visited Pike's Beach this evening - nothing spectacular or really all that out of the ordinary but there were two non-breeding plumaged Piping Plovers, several Greater Yellowlegs, a small group of Ruddy Turnstones and plenty of semipalmated sandpipers. Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/08/pikes-beach.html -- - Luke www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Forster's Terns and Glossy Ibis - Carmans River
This morning I paddled the length of the Southern Portion of the Carmans River (which is part of my ever growing love affair with all things Carmans River) from Montauk Hwy. to Squassex Creek. Birds were far from plentiful, but I did come across several Forster's near Squassex and saw a Glossy Ibis flying over the river. Great Egrets were plentiful and Osprey were vocal but otherwise a relatively quite morning. Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/07/forsters-tern-on-carmans-river.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Forster's Terns and Glossy Ibis - Carmans River
This morning I paddled the length of the Southern Portion of the Carmans River (which is part of my ever growing love affair with all things Carmans River) from Montauk Hwy. to Squassex Creek. Birds were far from plentiful, but I did come across several Forster's near Squassex and saw a Glossy Ibis flying over the river. Great Egrets were plentiful and Osprey were vocal but otherwise a relatively quite morning. Photos can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/07/forsters-tern-on-carmans-river.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] BB & Semi-palmated Plovers, Least Sandpipers
A difficult kayak trip to Goose Creek in Flanders against a strong wind yielded over a dozen Black-Bellied Plovers (non-breeding plumage, of course), another 15+ Least Sandpipers, 4 Piping Plovers, a handful of Saltmarsh Sparrows and lots of nesting Least Terns. Photos of these birds can be found here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/07/early-migrants.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] BB Semi-palmated Plovers, Least Sandpipers
A difficult kayak trip to Goose Creek in Flanders against a strong wind yielded over a dozen Black-Bellied Plovers (non-breeding plumage, of course), another 15+ Least Sandpipers, 4 Piping Plovers, a handful of Saltmarsh Sparrows and lots of nesting Least Terns. Photos of these birds can be found here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/07/early-migrants.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fighting Turkeys, Green Heron, Grasshopper Sparrow
The Western Runway of EPCAL had at least 12 Turkeys - with two of the Tom's fighting which I captured on my camera. An Eastern Kingbird was nearby and several Kestrels were also seen. North of EPCAL at the Radar Station was a Grasshopper Sparrow with some food in its bill (presumably to bring back to the young ones) along with a few red foxes that probably have given ground nesting birds a run for their money. A kayak trip yielded a Green Heron fishing in the Longneck Canal and plenty of Least and Common Terns in Reeves Bay including a newly laid Common Tern nest. Photos of some of the birds (and the fox) can be seen here: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/06/fighting-turkeys.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
