[nysbirds-l] Greenshank-no

As of 11am there was no Common Greenshank when I left. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629  www.flickr.com/photos/conuropsis/albums -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Location at golf course of greenshank?

I know it's where the wood was but for people who didn't see that one is the site near the parking lot?  Just in case it's not obvious by birders being there.  Thanks. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] Location at golf course of greenshank?

I know it's where the wood was but for people who didn't see that one is the site near the parking lot?  Just in case it's not obvious by birders being there.  Thanks. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] Heckscher S.P. birds

Heckscher S.P., East Islip, NY 40+ Brant6 Canada Geese2 Mallards1 Greater Yellowlegsseveral Ring-billed Gulls20+ Glossy Ibises2 White-faced Ibises (90% sure after reviewing Shai's photos)1 Peregrine Falcon (attacked ibises and knocked one into the puddle, which huddled under a picnic table

[nysbirds-l] Heckscher S.P. birds

Heckscher S.P., East Islip, NY 40+ Brant6 Canada Geese2 Mallards1 Greater Yellowlegsseveral Ring-billed Gulls20+ Glossy Ibises2 White-faced Ibises (90% sure after reviewing Shai's photos)1 Peregrine Falcon (attacked ibises and knocked one into the puddle, which huddled under a picnic table

[nysbirds-l] White-faced Ibis still around?

Does anyone know if the ibises seen by Shai and Pat are still around?  I'd love to see them. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629  www.flickr.com/photos/conuropsis/albums -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] White-faced Ibis still around?

Does anyone know if the ibises seen by Shai and Pat are still around?  I'd love to see them. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629  www.flickr.com/photos/conuropsis/albums -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Lido Beach Passive Nature Area

Thanks to help from Pat Aiken I was able to see the stilt in the far left pool seen from the berm on the Lookout Trail.  Also seen were a couple of yellowlegs, a large flock of sandpipers flying in the distance, an oystercatcher, 2 Black-bellied Plovers, a male Indigo Bunting, and a

[nysbirds-l] Lido Beach Passive Nature Area

Thanks to help from Pat Aiken I was able to see the stilt in the far left pool seen from the berm on the Lookout Trail.  Also seen were a couple of yellowlegs, a large flock of sandpipers flying in the distance, an oystercatcher, 2 Black-bellied Plovers, a male Indigo Bunting, and a

[nysbirds-l] Extralimital Black-headed Grosbeak in NJ

Just in case anyone is interested I went to see an adult male Black-headed Grosbeak being seen at a feeder in Morristown, NJ.  A great bird that rarely is in our area. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] Extralimital Black-headed Grosbeak in NJ

Just in case anyone is interested I went to see an adult male Black-headed Grosbeak being seen at a feeder in Morristown, NJ.  A great bird that rarely is in our area. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] Siskins in Scarsdale

For the last two days I've had 3+ Pine Siskins with goldfinches in my friends yard in Scarsdale.  Also may have had a Pine Warbler there today but not 100% sure. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] Siskins in Scarsdale

For the last two days I've had 3+ Pine Siskins with goldfinches in my friends yard in Scarsdale.  Also may have had a Pine Warbler there today but not 100% sure. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] Central Park birds

Hallet Wildlife Sanctuary area, Central Park, Manhattan, NY 2 Eastern Phoebes1 Great Egret2 Black-crowned Night-Herons1 American Coot1 Northern Shoveler1 very vocal Swamp Sparrowmany White-throated Sparrowsa few Dark-eyed Juncos7+ Northern Cardinalsseveral Mallards4+ Canada Geese2 Mourning

[nysbirds-l] Central Park birds

Hallet Wildlife Sanctuary area, Central Park, Manhattan, NY 2 Eastern Phoebes1 Great Egret2 Black-crowned Night-Herons1 American Coot1 Northern Shoveler1 very vocal Swamp Sparrowmany White-throated Sparrowsa few Dark-eyed Juncos7+ Northern Cardinalsseveral Mallards4+ Canada Geese2 Mourning

[nysbirds-l] NYBG birds

Went to the NYBG to look for the ravens that are supposed to be there and for any early migrants.  No sign of ravens, couldn't find a nest anywhere on the building, or any visible anywhere.  I tend to think it was a false report.  Not a whole lot around except for many robins and grackles.  Did

[nysbirds-l] NYBG birds

Went to the NYBG to look for the ravens that are supposed to be there and for any early migrants.  No sign of ravens, couldn't find a nest anywhere on the building, or any visible anywhere.  I tend to think it was a false report.  Not a whole lot around except for many robins and grackles.  Did

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach area

After taking a friend to the airport I decided to take a quick look in the Jones Beach area for stuff.  Not a lot around.  Had an adult Lesser Black-backed Gull, 6 Black Scoters, and 4 Pintails at the coast guard station.  At Pt. Lookout there were many Red-throated Loons.  Other than that not

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach area

After taking a friend to the airport I decided to take a quick look in the Jones Beach area for stuff.  Not a lot around.  Had an adult Lesser Black-backed Gull, 6 Black Scoters, and 4 Pintails at the coast guard station.  At Pt. Lookout there were many Red-throated Loons.  Other than that not

[nysbirds-l] another raven nest

While observing the eagle nest at the Croton station I noticed a pair of ravens flying towards the St. Augustine Church on the other side of the Croton River in Crotonville.  As I watched I saw them in turn going in and out of the steeple of the church a few times and also sitting on top of the

[nysbirds-l] FDR Bald Eagles on eggs

On my way to Walmart today I went past FDR park next to the Taconic in Yorktown and saw that the eagles nesting there were on eggs.  The female was on the nest and the male was in a tree nearby.  So nice to see them in such a visible place even if you can't really stop to look at them.  Such

[nysbirds-l] FDR Bald Eagles on eggs

On my way to Walmart today I went past FDR park next to the Taconic in Yorktown and saw that the eagles nesting there were on eggs.  The female was on the nest and the male was in a tree nearby.  So nice to see them in such a visible place even if you can't really stop to look at them.  Such

[nysbirds-l] Extralimital Boreal Chickadee in NJ -yes

As of 10am this morning the Boreal Chickadee at Merrill Creek Reservoir in NJ was still there giving good views around the visitor center but not great photos because of the weather.  An awesome bird to go for.  In the area were also 18 Tundra Swans and 4+ Lesser Black-backed Gulls at Spruce

[nysbirds-l] Extralimital Boreal Chickadee in NJ -yes

As of 10am this morning the Boreal Chickadee at Merrill Creek Reservoir in NJ was still there giving good views around the visitor center but not great photos because of the weather.  An awesome bird to go for.  In the area were also 18 Tundra Swans and 4+ Lesser Black-backed Gulls at Spruce

[nysbirds-l] European Goldfinch sightings

I was wondering if anyone knew if the European Goldfinches that were in Prospect Park are still there or not?  Also, does anyone know of any others around the NY, CT, NJ area?  Any information would be appreciated. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3

[nysbirds-l] European Goldfinch sightings

I was wondering if anyone knew if the European Goldfinches that were in Prospect Park are still there or not?  Also, does anyone know of any others around the NY, CT, NJ area?  Any information would be appreciated. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3

[nysbirds-l] Ravens nesting at NYBG

I just found out from my friend that instead of the owls or redtails nesting on the library building at NYBG there are ravens nesting for the first time there!  I will have to go check them out and get some photos.  Also, if anyone cares another friend told me the Mandarin Duck is still in

[nysbirds-l] Ravens nesting at NYBG

I just found out from my friend that instead of the owls or redtails nesting on the library building at NYBG there are ravens nesting for the first time there!  I will have to go check them out and get some photos.  Also, if anyone cares another friend told me the Mandarin Duck is still in

[nysbirds-l] Golden-crowned Sparrow no, Solitaire yes-sorf of

Went to look for the Golden-crowned sparrow in Downsville today with no luck.  In fact there were no White-throated sparrows at all anywhere in the area the two hours I was there from about 10:15 to 12 noon or so.  There were the usual 4 or 5 tree sparrows and a few juncos at the feeders, but

[nysbirds-l] Golden-crowned Sparrow no, Solitaire yes-sorf of

Went to look for the Golden-crowned sparrow in Downsville today with no luck.  In fact there were no White-throated sparrows at all anywhere in the area the two hours I was there from about 10:15 to 12 noon or so.  There were the usual 4 or 5 tree sparrows and a few juncos at the feeders, but

[nysbirds-l] Verplank and Croton Pt. birds

Went to Verplank this am to look for eagles and boy was I rewarded.  I had ca. 40+ eagles of all ages flying, sitting on the ice, and in trees.  Such great birds.  So many winter around here now.  I love it!  Also seen there were a imm. Snow Goose and Peregrine Falcon as well as many Common

[nysbirds-l] Verplank and Croton Pt. birds

Went to Verplank this am to look for eagles and boy was I rewarded.  I had ca. 40+ eagles of all ages flying, sitting on the ice, and in trees.  Such great birds.  So many winter around here now.  I love it!  Also seen there were a imm. Snow Goose and Peregrine Falcon as well as many Common

[nysbirds-l] extralimital Townsend's Warbler in NJ

Just wanted to let people know there is a male Townsend's Warbler being seen at the Trenton Sewage Plant in Trenton, NJ, just south of Rte. 29 and east of the Delaware River, as of 10am this morning.  I went to see it today and had to wait an hour or two but it was worth it.  Finally got my

[nysbirds-l] extralimital Townsend's Warbler in NJ

Just wanted to let people know there is a male Townsend's Warbler being seen at the Trenton Sewage Plant in Trenton, NJ, just south of Rte. 29 and east of the Delaware River, as of 10am this morning.  I went to see it today and had to wait an hour or two but it was worth it.  Finally got my

[nysbirds-l] Shawangunk NWR birds

Went to Shawangunk Grasslands N.W.R. this afternoon and it was worth the trip.  Almost as soon as we got there around 2 pm or so the fields were a buzz with raptors.  Had at least 6 Short-eared Owls, 1 Rough-legged Hawk, 4+ Red-tailed Hawks, and 7+ Northern Harriers including one adult male. 

[nysbirds-l] Shawangunk NWR birds

Went to Shawangunk Grasslands N.W.R. this afternoon and it was worth the trip.  Almost as soon as we got there around 2 pm or so the fields were a buzz with raptors.  Had at least 6 Short-eared Owls, 1 Rough-legged Hawk, 4+ Red-tailed Hawks, and 7+ Northern Harriers including one adult male. 

[nysbirds-l] Bald Eagles back in Yorktown

Love is in the air again at FDR Park in Yorktown.  I passed by the Bald Eagle nest along the Taconic and saw one adult fly off the nest and the other sitting in the nest.  I guess they're getting ready for another family if not already on eggs.  So cool to have them there. Andrew Andrew v. F.

[nysbirds-l] Bald Eagles back in Yorktown

Love is in the air again at FDR Park in Yorktown.  I passed by the Bald Eagle nest along the Taconic and saw one adult fly off the nest and the other sitting in the nest.  I guess they're getting ready for another family if not already on eggs.  So cool to have them there. Andrew Andrew v. F.

[nysbirds-l] RBA's

Hi all, Does anyone know what happened to the ABA page on their site that had all the RBAs?  I've been using that for years and now all of a sudden the page isn't there.  I tried contacting therm but of course haven't heard anything.   Thanks, Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20

[nysbirds-l] RBA's

Hi all, Does anyone know what happened to the ABA page on their site that had all the RBAs?  I've been using that for years and now all of a sudden the page isn't there.  I tried contacting therm but of course haven't heard anything.   Thanks, Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20

[nysbirds-l] Cool predator-prey action

Today when I was leaving my doctors appointment at DOCS on Central Ave. in Yonkers I witnessed some cool predator-prey action.  I was sitting in my car and all of a sudden I saw this blur of a large bird go behind the car parked to the left of me about seven spaces over and an immature

[nysbirds-l] Cool predator-prey action

Today when I was leaving my doctors appointment at DOCS on Central Ave. in Yonkers I witnessed some cool predator-prey action.  I was sitting in my car and all of a sudden I saw this blur of a large bird go behind the car parked to the left of me about seven spaces over and an immature

[nysbirds-l] extralimital Kamchatka Gull & local Gr. White-fronted Goose

Hi all, Went to see the Mew "Kamchatka" Gull again in Stamford, CT this am and it was still there at Gus Edson Park on Weed Ave.  Also had 13 Monk Parakeets and two Fox Sparrows at the feeders at Cove Island Park.  Then on the way home in Rye Brook we had a Greater White-fronted Goose in the

[nysbirds-l] extralimital Kamchatka Gull & local Gr. White-fronted Goose

Hi all, Went to see the Mew "Kamchatka" Gull again in Stamford, CT this am and it was still there at Gus Edson Park on Weed Ave.  Also had 13 Monk Parakeets and two Fox Sparrows at the feeders at Cove Island Park.  Then on the way home in Rye Brook we had a Greater White-fronted Goose in the

[nysbirds-l] Wallkill River birds and extralimital Black Phoebe

Went to Liberty Loop Trail and Winding River Trail at Wallkill River NWR today to look for the Say's Phoebe.  No phoebe or many other birds because of the fog but did have several American Tree Sparrows, a male Kestrel, a possible Rough-legged Hawk and a few other birds.   In the morning I was

[nysbirds-l] Wallkill River birds and extralimital Black Phoebe

Went to Liberty Loop Trail and Winding River Trail at Wallkill River NWR today to look for the Say's Phoebe.  No phoebe or many other birds because of the fog but did have several American Tree Sparrows, a male Kestrel, a possible Rough-legged Hawk and a few other birds.   In the morning I was

[nysbirds-l] Golden-crowned Sparrow and Say's Phoebe yes

I know it's been posted by Isaac, but just wanted to say the Golden-crowned was seen where Isaac said and at the feeders shortly after sunrise at 22 Depot St.  Also seen while waiting for the sparrow were 2 Bald Eagles, an imm. and adult as well as a Pileated Woodpecker.  Later nearby on

[nysbirds-l] Golden-crowned Sparrow and Say's Phoebe yes

I know it's been posted by Isaac, but just wanted to say the Golden-crowned was seen where Isaac said and at the feeders shortly after sunrise at 22 Depot St.  Also seen while waiting for the sparrow were 2 Bald Eagles, an imm. and adult as well as a Pileated Woodpecker.  Later nearby on

[nysbirds-l] Fw: Pelham Bay Park birds

I don't know if this go through.  It didn't show on the list. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629  www.flickr.com/photos/conuropsis/albums - Forwarded Message - From: Andrew Block To: NYSBIRDS-L

[nysbirds-l] Fw: Pelham Bay Park birds

I don't know if this go through.  It didn't show on the list. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629  www.flickr.com/photos/conuropsis/albums - Forwarded Message - From: Andrew Block To: NYSBIRDS-L

[nysbirds-l] Pelham Bay Park birds

As Jack mentioned earlier the Barrow's Goldeneye was still around the island with the towers, hanging with a female Common.  Didn't see the Razorbill or Pileated Woodpecker, but did have the four Surf Scoters, a Cooper's Hawk, a Peregrine Falcon in the lot, and two Barred Owls.  Also had three

[nysbirds-l] Pelham Bay Park birds

As Jack mentioned earlier the Barrow's Goldeneye was still around the island with the towers, hanging with a female Common.  Didn't see the Razorbill or Pileated Woodpecker, but did have the four Surf Scoters, a Cooper's Hawk, a Peregrine Falcon in the lot, and two Barred Owls.  Also had three

[nysbirds-l] Barred Owl incursion and mergs

As seen in NYC and CT there really does seem to be an incursion of Barred Owls in the northeast.  Unfortunately I'm not seeing any live ones.  Today on the Taconic Parkway south of Rte. 6 in a 2 or so mile stretch I had two dead Barred Owls on the roadside on the south bound lanes and one on

[nysbirds-l] Barred Owl incursion and mergs

As seen in NYC and CT there really does seem to be an incursion of Barred Owls in the northeast.  Unfortunately I'm not seeing any live ones.  Today on the Taconic Parkway south of Rte. 6 in a 2 or so mile stretch I had two dead Barred Owls on the roadside on the south bound lanes and one on

[nysbirds-l] possible pale Gyrfalcon

My friend was driving along the Sprain Brook Parkway in Yonkers a day or two ago and saw what she thought to be a possible pale Gyrfalcon sitting on the fence on the northbound side near the Jackson Ave. exit.  She said it seemed paler and bigger than a redtail and seemed to sit more upright. 

[nysbirds-l] possible pale Gyrfalcon

My friend was driving along the Sprain Brook Parkway in Yonkers a day or two ago and saw what she thought to be a possible pale Gyrfalcon sitting on the fence on the northbound side near the Jackson Ave. exit.  She said it seemed paler and bigger than a redtail and seemed to sit more upright. 

[nysbirds-l] Mandarin Duck and siskins

I just had some siskins over my house in Yonkers for a new yard bird.  Also, I was just informed of a Mandarin Duck in a pond on the Winged Foot C.C. in Mamaroneck.  Unfortunately it's not viewable except by members.  I was told it escaped from a guy who lives adjacent to the club and who has

[nysbirds-l] Mandarin Duck and siskins

I just had some siskins over my house in Yonkers for a new yard bird.  Also, I was just informed of a Mandarin Duck in a pond on the Winged Foot C.C. in Mamaroneck.  Unfortunately it's not viewable except by members.  I was told it escaped from a guy who lives adjacent to the club and who has

[nysbirds-l] Scarsdale flight

While at my friends home in Scarsdale this am I had a small movement of birds going through.  I had a Winter Wren, 3 Ruby-crowned Kinglets, a Fox Sparrow, several White-throated Sparrows, a Red-breasted Nuthatch, some Yellow-rumped Warblers, some Dark-eyed Juncos, a few Tufted Titmice, a couple

[nysbirds-l] Scarsdale flight

While at my friends home in Scarsdale this am I had a small movement of birds going through.  I had a Winter Wren, 3 Ruby-crowned Kinglets, a Fox Sparrow, several White-throated Sparrows, a Red-breasted Nuthatch, some Yellow-rumped Warblers, some Dark-eyed Juncos, a few Tufted Titmice, a couple

[nysbirds-l] extralimital spoonbill and whistling ducks in NJ

Hi all, Just to let people know I saw 10 Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks and an immature Roseate Spoonbill in NJ this morning.  I wonder if the ducks on LI are strays from this flock since these were only an hour or so away and have been there about a week or so.  The ducks were in Monroe Twp.

[nysbirds-l] extralimital spoonbill and whistling ducks in NJ

Hi all, Just to let people know I saw 10 Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks and an immature Roseate Spoonbill in NJ this morning.  I wonder if the ducks on LI are strays from this flock since these were only an hour or so away and have been there about a week or so.  The ducks were in Monroe Twp.

Re: [nysbirds-l] Black-bellied Whistling Ducks

Very nice birds to get.  I had two with the redhsank in Brooklyn back in the '90's.  Wish they'd come into Westchester once in a while:-) Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

Re: [nysbirds-l] Black-bellied Whistling Ducks

Very nice birds to get.  I had two with the redhsank in Brooklyn back in the '90's.  Wish they'd come into Westchester once in a while:-) Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] Liberty Loop Trail, Wallkill River NWR

I spent the day today at Wallkill River NWR and started early at the Liberty Loop Trail.  I hadn't been there at this time of year in a long time, probably not since I was doing inventories there in the early 2000's.  I was pleased to see how many cool birds were now breeding there that I

[nysbirds-l] Liberty Loop Trail, Wallkill River NWR

I spent the day today at Wallkill River NWR and started early at the Liberty Loop Trail.  I hadn't been there at this time of year in a long time, probably not since I was doing inventories there in the early 2000's.  I was pleased to see how many cool birds were now breeding there that I

[nysbirds-l] N. Rough-winged Swallow nest

When I was at the TDBank on Central Ave. in Yonkers yesterday I was surprised to see a N. Rough-winged Swallow flying low around the parking lot and then go in and out of one of the drains on the wall of the back part of the property.  Pretty cool.  Confirmed breeding:-) Andrew Andrew v. F.

[nysbirds-l] N. Rough-winged Swallow nest

When I was at the TDBank on Central Ave. in Yonkers yesterday I was surprised to see a N. Rough-winged Swallow flying low around the parking lot and then go in and out of one of the drains on the wall of the back part of the property.  Pretty cool.  Confirmed breeding:-) Andrew Andrew v. F.

[nysbirds-l] turkey on car in scasdale

My friend who lives in Scarsdale just showed me photos of a turkey walking down her driveway and then sitting on the roof of her car!  An unusual site to see when going out to your car in the morning:-) Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers,

[nysbirds-l] turkey on car in scasdale

My friend who lives in Scarsdale just showed me photos of a turkey walking down her driveway and then sitting on the roof of her car!  An unusual site to see when going out to your car in the morning:-) Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers,

[nysbirds-l] Kites everywhere!

It's interesting the number of Mississippi Kites being reported in the last two days in NY, RI, and CT.  Yesterday two were in CT, two in RI, and one on LI reported all within an hour of each other and then the one now on LI.  Hopefully they are going to be nesting.  It's a good sign that two

[nysbirds-l] Kites everywhere!

It's interesting the number of Mississippi Kites being reported in the last two days in NY, RI, and CT.  Yesterday two were in CT, two in RI, and one on LI reported all within an hour of each other and then the one now on LI.  Hopefully they are going to be nesting.  It's a good sign that two

Re: [nysbirds-l] Mississippi Kite, East Hampton

Nice bird Anthony.  That's the 5th kite seen within the last hour in NY, CT, and RI.  Two were just seen in CT, two in RI, and yours.  That's the most in one day I've heard of in our general area. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co.,

Re: [nysbirds-l] Mississippi Kite, East Hampton

Nice bird Anthony.  That's the 5th kite seen within the last hour in NY, CT, and RI.  Two were just seen in CT, two in RI, and yours.  That's the most in one day I've heard of in our general area. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co.,

[nysbirds-l] Central Park birds

I was in Central Park this am for the Japan Day festivities and to try for the continuing Kirtland's Warbler.  I got the warbler at 8:15am at the usual spot on West Drive just north of 91st. next to the reservoir.  It gave wonderful close views of course because I left my camera in the car.   

[nysbirds-l] Central Park birds

I was in Central Park this am for the Japan Day festivities and to try for the continuing Kirtland's Warbler.  I got the warbler at 8:15am at the usual spot on West Drive just north of 91st. next to the reservoir.  It gave wonderful close views of course because I left my camera in the car.   

[nysbirds-l] Red-headed Woodpecker at NYBG

I got a second hand report that there is as of yesterday an adult  Red-headed Woodpecker at the bottom of Azalea Way hanging out in that area.  A good bird to get anywhere but very rare at the Garden. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester

[nysbirds-l] Red-headed Woodpecker at NYBG

I got a second hand report that there is as of yesterday an adult  Red-headed Woodpecker at the bottom of Azalea Way hanging out in that area.  A good bird to get anywhere but very rare at the Garden. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester

[nysbirds-l] Saxon Woods Co. Park birds

5/5/18 - Saxon Woods Co. Park, Mamaroneck, Westchester Co., NY 1 Great Egret3 Canada Geese6 Wood Ducks1 GADWALL (Gedney Pond)1 American Black Duck4 Mallards3 Ospreys2 Killdeer1 Spotted Sandpiper2 Red-bellied Woodpeckers1 Great Crested Flycatcher1 Eastern Phoebe2 Warbling Vireos5 Blue Jays2

[nysbirds-l] Saxon Woods Co. Park birds

5/5/18 - Saxon Woods Co. Park, Mamaroneck, Westchester Co., NY 1 Great Egret3 Canada Geese6 Wood Ducks1 GADWALL (Gedney Pond)1 American Black Duck4 Mallards3 Ospreys2 Killdeer1 Spotted Sandpiper2 Red-bellied Woodpeckers1 Great Crested Flycatcher1 Eastern Phoebe2 Warbling Vireos5 Blue Jays2

[nysbirds-l] Pileated Woodpecker in Yonkers

This morning I had a Pileated Woodpecker flying fairly high across Central Park Ave. from the Barnes and Noble side to the opposite side and land in a dead tree.  A first for that area.  Kind of an unusual place to see them.  Good to know they're around there. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block

[nysbirds-l] Pileated Woodpecker in Yonkers

This morning I had a Pileated Woodpecker flying fairly high across Central Park Ave. from the Barnes and Noble side to the opposite side and land in a dead tree.  A first for that area.  Kind of an unusual place to see them.  Good to know they're around there. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block

[nysbirds-l] more owls in Scarsdale

I forgot to post last week that my friend had another owl in her Scarsdale yard on Old Army Rd.  This time it was a Great Horned.  Very nice. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] more owls in Scarsdale

I forgot to post last week that my friend had another owl in her Scarsdale yard on Old Army Rd.  This time it was a Great Horned.  Very nice. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 

[nysbirds-l] Whip-poor-will in my yard in Yonkers!

I just had a Whip-poor-will calling in my yard or on my house!  I can't tell if it's sitting on the house or what since I'm hearing it so close and on all sides of the house.  That is a first for Westchester for me and quite a nice yard bird.  Never expected that! Andrew Andrew v. F. Block

[nysbirds-l] Whip-poor-will in my yard in Yonkers!

I just had a Whip-poor-will calling in my yard or on my house!  I can't tell if it's sitting on the house or what since I'm hearing it so close and on all sides of the house.  That is a first for Westchester for me and quite a nice yard bird.  Never expected that! Andrew Andrew v. F. Block

[nysbirds-l] extralimital Wilson's Plover

For anyone interested there is a Wilson's Plover at Milford Pt. in Milford, CT as of now.  Went to see it this afternoon and it was giving great looks.  There were also some Piping Plovers, Black-bellied Plovers and some American Oystercatchers. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist

[nysbirds-l] extralimital Wilson's Plover

For anyone interested there is a Wilson's Plover at Milford Pt. in Milford, CT as of now.  Went to see it this afternoon and it was giving great looks.  There were also some Piping Plovers, Black-bellied Plovers and some American Oystercatchers. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist

[nysbirds-l] Swifts in the chimney

I was out in my yard caring for my plants and I heard some faint chittering coming from the unused chimney in my house.  I couldn't figure out where it was coming from at first but then realized it was in the chimney!  We've always had swifts flying around the house but it never occurred to me

[nysbirds-l] Swifts in the chimney

I was out in my yard caring for my plants and I heard some faint chittering coming from the unused chimney in my house.  I couldn't figure out where it was coming from at first but then realized it was in the chimney!  We've always had swifts flying around the house but it never occurred to me

[nysbirds-l] Bronx River birds

4/7/18 - Bronx River, Crestwood and Bronxville, NY 3 Canada Geese on nests6 Green-winged Teals6 Palm Warblers3 Yellow-rumped Warblers1 Osprey2 Turkey Vultures1 Eastern Phoebe2 Carolina Wrens3 Black Ducks Plus usual birds for this time of year.  Also had some very frisky and active muskrats. 

[nysbirds-l] Bronx River birds

4/7/18 - Bronx River, Crestwood and Bronxville, NY 3 Canada Geese on nests6 Green-winged Teals6 Palm Warblers3 Yellow-rumped Warblers1 Osprey2 Turkey Vultures1 Eastern Phoebe2 Carolina Wrens3 Black Ducks Plus usual birds for this time of year.  Also had some very frisky and active muskrats. 

[nysbirds-l] Mourning Dove nest

I had a Mourning Dove pair on their nest yesterday at my Dad's place in Bronxville.  I think that's the earliest I've seen one.  Poor things built the nest in a spruce right by one of those annoying very bright LED security lights beaming down on them all night.  Cool stuff.  I think that's

[nysbirds-l] Mourning Dove nest

I had a Mourning Dove pair on their nest yesterday at my Dad's place in Bronxville.  I think that's the earliest I've seen one.  Poor things built the nest in a spruce right by one of those annoying very bright LED security lights beaming down on them all night.  Cool stuff.  I think that's

[nysbirds-l] Are the Golden Eagles still at Stissing Mtn?

I was wondering if the Golden Eagles are still wintering around Stissing Mountain.  I haven't seen any reports in a long time from there so was wondering.  I was there on saturday and yesterday and had an adult and two juvenile bald eagles on and adjacent to Conklin Hill and there's a nest of

[nysbirds-l] Are the Golden Eagles still at Stissing Mtn?

I was wondering if the Golden Eagles are still wintering around Stissing Mountain.  I haven't seen any reports in a long time from there so was wondering.  I was there on saturday and yesterday and had an adult and two juvenile bald eagles on and adjacent to Conklin Hill and there's a nest of

[nysbirds-l] Wallkill River & Shawangunk Grasslands NWR birds

3/18/18 - Wallkill River & Shawangunk Grasslands NWRs, Orange & Ulster Co.s, NY many of both vulturesmany Canada Geese4 Mute Swans3 American Wigeons (one may have been the male Eurasian that's been around but to far to see without scope, was hanging by itself)several Mallardsseveral Northern

[nysbirds-l] Wallkill River & Shawangunk Grasslands NWR birds

3/18/18 - Wallkill River & Shawangunk Grasslands NWRs, Orange & Ulster Co.s, NY many of both vulturesmany Canada Geese4 Mute Swans3 American Wigeons (one may have been the male Eurasian that's been around but to far to see without scope, was hanging by itself)several Mallardsseveral Northern

[nysbirds-l] In memorium: The Carolina Parakeet

This email is in memorial to the Carolina Parakeet (Conuropsis carolinensis) on the 100th anniversary, today 2/21/18, of its official extinction.  Since it doesn't get the acknowledgement it deserves as did the Passenger Pigeon on its anniversary, I wanted to at least say something in memorium. 

[nysbirds-l] In memorium: The Carolina Parakeet

This email is in memorial to the Carolina Parakeet (Conuropsis carolinensis) on the 100th anniversary, today 2/21/18, of its official extinction.  Since it doesn't get the acknowledgement it deserves as did the Passenger Pigeon on its anniversary, I wanted to at least say something in memorium. 

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