Re: [cayugabirds-l] Surf Scoter Tree Swallows, rumors of Black Scoter Eurasian Wigeons

Hi all, I've posted a photo of the Black Scoter in Canoga here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/seabamirum/5544385845/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/seabamirum/5544385845/Was certainly surprised to see it; but now I'm disappointed that I didn't see the Surf Scoter, which has been a tougher bird for

[cayugabirds-l] Surf Scoter Tree Swallows, rumors of Black Scoter Eurasian Wigeons

When Tim Lenz sent out an RBA about a Black Scoter seen from Lower Lake Road in Bridgeport, Ann Mitchell I decided to detour that direction. We found lots of waterfowl and excellent viewing conditions. There was flat water, no shimmer, and the birds were not blocking the view of each other.