[nysbirds-l] Long Island Lark Bunting

The adult male Lark Bunting has been seen this morning. At Hot Dog Beach on Dune Road at Triton Lane, a few miles west of Shinnecick Inlet. Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Mottled Duck continues

The Mottled Duck on Avon Lake, Amityville (L.I.) was visible at about 11:00 today, directly across from the southernmost house on E. Lake Drive. It was resting against the west bank of the lake, below shrubs, just where it was seen yesterday. It was in the company of a female Mallard. Doug

[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose, Suffolk Co (LI)

Continues at Northport High School playing field, were found and reported earlier by Darlene Moore ( seen from field gate N, behind the school building. Don’t know if viewing would be a problem on a school day, but a security guard was friendly during a Sunday downpour. Sent from my iPhone --

[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose, Suffolk Co (LI)

Continues at Northport High School playing field, were found and reported earlier by Darlene Moore ( seen from field gate N, behind the school building. Don’t know if viewing would be a problem on a school day, but a security guard was friendly during a Sunday downpour. Sent from my iPhone --

[nysbirds-l] Brooklyn Townsend’s Warbler

In Fort Greene Park, now at base of central hill, south side, favoring a small flat-topped pine. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Brooklyn Townsend’s Warbler

In Fort Greene Park, now at base of central hill, south side, favoring a small flat-topped pine. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Ross’s Goose Poughkeepsie

Is in the golf course along Wilbur Boulevard, opposite Scott’s Lane. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Ross’s Goose Poughkeepsie

Is in the golf course along Wilbur Boulevard, opposite Scott’s Lane. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Brooklyn pelagic: an apology

Yesterday, I reported that some participants on the pelagic excursion on the Atlantic Princess were skeptical that mechanical problems were the cause of the termination of the cruise. A birder has told me that he heard the crew talking about a problem, concerned about what to do. I apologize

[nysbirds-l] Brooklyn pelagic: an apology

Yesterday, I reported that some participants on the pelagic excursion on the Atlantic Princess were skeptical that mechanical problems were the cause of the termination of the cruise. A birder has told me that he heard the crew talking about a problem, concerned about what to do. I apologize

[nysbirds-l] Brooklyn pelagic results

The Atlantic Princess, with about 25 birders aboard, left the Brooklyn dock at about 10:00 pm Sunday night. At about 12:30 a.m., it slowed and stopped, and at 12:45 it was announced that the boat would return to the dock, due to "mechanical problems." Some passengers were heard to express some

[nysbirds-l] Brooklyn pelagic results

The Atlantic Princess, with about 25 birders aboard, left the Brooklyn dock at about 10:00 pm Sunday night. At about 12:30 a.m., it slowed and stopped, and at 12:45 it was announced that the boat would return to the dock, due to "mechanical problems." Some passengers were heard to express some

[nysbirds-l] Bellmore Sandhill Crane, Northern Goshawk (Nassau)

Aiming to see a continuing Yellow-breasted Chat, Patrice Domeischel and I met Bob Proniewych at Mill Pond Park, Bellmore, shortly after 8:00 today. As we entered the park's west side, I saw a large accipiter, carrying prey, flash past a gap between a building and a dense tree, I didn't see the

[nysbirds-l] Bellmore Sandhill Crane, Northern Goshawk (Nassau)

Aiming to see a continuing Yellow-breasted Chat, Patrice Domeischel and I met Bob Proniewych at Mill Pond Park, Bellmore, shortly after 8:00 today. As we entered the park's west side, I saw a large accipiter, carrying prey, flash past a gap between a building and a dense tree, I didn't see the

[nysbirds-l] Mecox Avocet (Suffolk)

The American Avocet was still present at 7:30 this morning, on the eastern side of the (sometime) cut from Mecox Bay to the ocean. It had its head tucked while I was there, despite birders' relatively close presence. There were a very few other shorebirds (Piping Plover, Sanderling, Semipalmated

[nysbirds-l] Mecox Avocet (Suffolk)

The American Avocet was still present at 7:30 this morning, on the eastern side of the (sometime) cut from Mecox Bay to the ocean. It had its head tucked while I was there, despite birders' relatively close presence. There were a very few other shorebirds (Piping Plover, Sanderling, Semipalmated

[nysbirds-l] Nickerson phalarope (Nassau)

The Wilson’s Phalarope reported earlier today by Adrian Burke is still in the pool southwest of the parking lot. Doug Futuyma Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Nickerson phalarope (Nassau)

The Wilson’s Phalarope reported earlier today by Adrian Burke is still in the pool southwest of the parking lot. Doug Futuyma Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Wilson’s Plover continues (Suffolk)

Several people are observing the Plover at this time, same place that I reported yesterday afternoon, ca. 3/4 mile west of Cupsogue parking lot. Doug Futuyma Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Wilson’s Plover continues (Suffolk)

Several people are observing the Plover at this time, same place that I reported yesterday afternoon, ca. 3/4 mile west of Cupsogue parking lot. Doug Futuyma Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Wilson's Plover directions (Suffolk)

Here is a more detailed description of the location of the Wilson's Plover, at Cupsogue Beach County Park, than in my previous posting (which I hope went out). The fastest way to where I saw the bird late this afternoon would be to walk west on the 4-wheel drive road from the parking lot. One on

[nysbirds-l] Wilson's Plover directions (Suffolk)

Here is a more detailed description of the location of the Wilson's Plover, at Cupsogue Beach County Park, than in my previous posting (which I hope went out). The fastest way to where I saw the bird late this afternoon would be to walk west on the 4-wheel drive road from the parking lot. One on

[nysbirds-l] Wilson’s Plover Yes (Suffolk)

It is on the beach about a mile west of parking lot, Cupsogue County Park. It was in the virtually fenced dune for about 20 minutes, then ran in dirts to wter’s edge. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Wilson’s Plover Yes (Suffolk)

It is on the beach about a mile west of parking lot, Cupsogue County Park. It was in the virtually fenced dune for about 20 minutes, then ran in dirts to wter’s edge. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses sea flight (Suffolk)

Just an addendum to Shai Mitra's report of the enormous flux of passerines at Robert Moses SP this morning. I did a sea watch for about an hour (9:50 to 10:50). A steady southwestward flux of Gannets and white-headed gulls, mostly Herring, filled the sky. In a single sweep of the panorama, I

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses sea flight (Suffolk)

Just an addendum to Shai Mitra's report of the enormous flux of passerines at Robert Moses SP this morning. I did a sea watch for about an hour (9:50 to 10:50). A steady southwestward flux of Gannets and white-headed gulls, mostly Herring, filled the sky. In a single sweep of the panorama, I

[nysbirds-l] 2 King Eiders, Setauket (Suffolk)

There are two immature male King Eiders in Setauket Harbor. Shortly after 9:30 this morning, I spotted one, a very dark bird with contrasting white breast and orange-yellow bill. Moments later, Peter Scully drove up, looked at the bird, and said it was not the one he has seen over the last few

[nysbirds-l] 2 King Eiders, Setauket (Suffolk)

There are two immature male King Eiders in Setauket Harbor. Shortly after 9:30 this morning, I spotted one, a very dark bird with contrasting white breast and orange-yellow bill. Moments later, Peter Scully drove up, looked at the bird, and said it was not the one he has seen over the last few

[nysbirds-l] Hudsonian Godwits, Heckscher (Suffolk)

Reliable sources have informed me that there are (or were very recently) 3 Hudsonian Godwits at Field & in Heckscher State Park. I haven't seen any notice on this listserv. Unfortunately for me, I can't go,.. Doug Futuyma Stony Brook -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Hudsonian Godwits, Heckscher (Suffolk)

Reliable sources have informed me that there are (or were very recently) 3 Hudsonian Godwits at Field & in Heckscher State Park. I haven't seen any notice on this listserv. Unfortunately for me, I can't go,.. Doug Futuyma Stony Brook -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Lark Bunting Robert Moses (Suffolk)

Brent Bomkamp called at ca. 7:30 to say that he has a Lark Bunting at Robert Moses SP, in the area of the volleyball court at Field 2. Female or immature male Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Lark Bunting Robert Moses (Suffolk)

Brent Bomkamp called at ca. 7:30 to say that he has a Lark Bunting at Robert Moses SP, in the area of the volleyball court at Field 2. Female or immature male Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

Re: [nysbirds-l] Yellow-headed blackbird on Staten Island

At 2 pm, I received word from Marc Passmann that he and a couple of other birders saw neither the blackbird nor the larger flock with which it had associated. High wind might have been a problem. Doug Futuyma On Fri, Mar 3, 2017 at 11:41 AM, Simon Taylor wrote: > If

Re: [nysbirds-l] Yellow-headed blackbird on Staten Island

At 2 pm, I received word from Marc Passmann that he and a couple of other birders saw neither the blackbird nor the larger flock with which it had associated. High wind might have been a problem. Doug Futuyma On Fri, Mar 3, 2017 at 11:41 AM, Simon Taylor wrote: > If anyone's out looking for

[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon, Setauket (Suffolk)

About an hour ago (ca. 8:40), I found a male Eurasian Wigeon in Setauket Harbor, in the narrow southeastern cove bordered by Shore Road and Van Brunt Manor Road. This is likely a returning bird, seen at this site in recent winters. I have just seen Andrew Baksh's forwarded report of Gary

[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon, Setauket (Suffolk)

About an hour ago (ca. 8:40), I found a male Eurasian Wigeon in Setauket Harbor, in the narrow southeastern cove bordered by Shore Road and Van Brunt Manor Road. This is likely a returning bird, seen at this site in recent winters. I have just seen Andrew Baksh's forwarded report of Gary

[nysbirds-l] this morning in Central Park

Anders Peltomaa and I birded Central Park from 7:00 until 10:30 this morning, from the Pinetum and Shakespeare Garden through the Ramble and Maintenance to the Oven and the Point (and back), Our experience conforms to Tim Healy's report from West End (Jones Beach), minus Dickcissel and flyover

[nysbirds-l] this morning in Central Park

Anders Peltomaa and I birded Central Park from 7:00 until 10:30 this morning, from the Pinetum and Shakespeare Garden through the Ramble and Maintenance to the Oven and the Point (and back), Our experience conforms to Tim Healy's report from West End (Jones Beach), minus Dickcissel and flyover

[nysbirds-l] Razorbill, Oldfield Point (Suffolk)

At about 8:15 this morning, birds observed from the lighthouse park on Oldfield Point (Setauket) included a rather close Razorbill, providing excellent scope view of details of bill and plumage. Other species included Northern Gannet (4 adults) and 2 Bonaparte's Gulls. Doug Futuyma --

[nysbirds-l] Razorbill, Oldfield Point (Suffolk)

At about 8:15 this morning, birds observed from the lighthouse park on Oldfield Point (Setauket) included a rather close Razorbill, providing excellent scope view of details of bill and plumage. Other species included Northern Gannet (4 adults) and 2 Bonaparte's Gulls. Doug Futuyma --

[nysbirds-l] Iceland Gull, Port Jefferson (Suffolk)

At 4:15 p.m. today, a first-winter Iceland Gull was at the marina on the east side of Port Jefferson Harbor, viewed from the parking lot of Danford's Inn. This is evidently the same bird recorded on the Smithtown count (December 27), found a few days before by Peter Scully. Doug Futuyma Stony

[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon, Setauket Harbor (Suffolk)

An hour ago, I saw a male Eurasian Wigeon in the narrow cove at the southeast corner of Setauket Harbor. This is along Shore Road, which runs north from Route 25A in Setauket. This is almost surely the same bird that has been sporadically frequenting the Setauket mill pond,which is now partly

[nysbirds-l] Iceland Gull, Port Jefferson (Suffolk)

At 4:15 p.m. today, a first-winter Iceland Gull was at the marina on the east side of Port Jefferson Harbor, viewed from the parking lot of Danford's Inn. This is evidently the same bird recorded on the Smithtown count (December 27), found a few days before by Peter Scully. Doug Futuyma Stony

[nysbirds-l] R-h Woodpecker, Blydenburgh Park (Suffolk)

The immature RED-HEADED WOOD[PECKER found on the Smithtown CBC made itself almost immediately evident when I looked for it this morning. It is at the parking lot in the northeastern part of Blydenburgh County Park, at the end of New Mill Road. A flock of 9 PURPLE FINCHES was also present, near the

[nysbirds-l] R-h Woodpecker, Blydenburgh Park (Suffolk)

The immature RED-HEADED WOOD[PECKER found on the Smithtown CBC made itself almost immediately evident when I looked for it this morning. It is at the parking lot in the northeastern part of Blydenburgh County Park, at the end of New Mill Road. A flock of 9 PURPLE FINCHES was also present, near the

[nysbirds-l] Western Kingbird, Montauk

I was unable to find the King Eider either this morning (from 7:30 to 8:30) or on a return visit to Camp Hero in early afternoon. I counted 43 Razorbills during these periods. No Cave Swallows were evident. The Western Kingbird was conspicuous, near the restaurant, at 8:30 and again at 1:30.

[nysbirds-l] Western Kingbird, Montauk

I was unable to find the King Eider either this morning (from 7:30 to 8:30) or on a return visit to Camp Hero in early afternoon. I counted 43 Razorbills during these periods. No Cave Swallows were evident. The Western Kingbird was conspicuous, near the restaurant, at 8:30 and again at 1:30.

[nysbirds-l] Montauk and west

This morning, I did a sea watch from the Montauk Point restaurant from 7:30 to 8:30 and then for about 40 minutes from Camp Hero. Numbers of SCOTERS may have increased since Brent Bomkamp's report about a week ago: there were at least 2000, perhaps closer to 3,000, among which WHITE-WINGED SCOTER

[nysbirds-l] Montauk and west

This morning, I did a sea watch from the Montauk Point restaurant from 7:30 to 8:30 and then for about 40 minutes from Camp Hero. Numbers of SCOTERS may have increased since Brent Bomkamp's report about a week ago: there were at least 2000, perhaps closer to 3,000, among which WHITE-WINGED SCOTER

[nysbirds-l] Western Flycatcher: two species or one?

Having enjoyed viewing the "Western" Flycatcher in Central Park today, I thought it might be useful to read the most relevant information on the question of whether or not the "Pacific-slope" and "Cordilleran" Flycatchers are distinct species. Some birders who have seen (or, hopefully, will soon

[nysbirds-l] Western Flycatcher: two species or one?

Having enjoyed viewing the "Western" Flycatcher in Central Park today, I thought it might be useful to read the most relevant information on the question of whether or not the "Pacific-slope" and "Cordilleran" Flycatchers are distinct species. Some birders who have seen (or, hopefully, will soon

[nysbirds-l] Jamaica Bay good news

It has been 3 years since Hurricane Sandy created a breach that ruined the West Pond at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, one of the most important birding sites and bird habitats in the New York City region. Many readers of this listserve have written to Gateway National recreation Area officials, or

[nysbirds-l] Jamaica Bay good news

It has been 3 years since Hurricane Sandy created a breach that ruined the West Pond at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, one of the most important birding sites and bird habitats in the New York City region. Many readers of this listserve have written to Gateway National recreation Area officials, or

[nysbirds-l] Common Nighthawks, E. Setauket (Suffolk)

I arrived at 7:20 pm at the Setauket Mill Pond (Oldfield Road/Main Street) to look for Common Nighthawks overhead, and within a minute or two saw the first of 7 that flew past between then and 7:40. They followed slightly variable southwestward paths, roughly parallel to the north shore. In years

[nysbirds-l] Common Nighthawks, E. Setauket (Suffolk)

I arrived at 7:20 pm at the Setauket Mill Pond (Oldfield Road/Main Street) to look for Common Nighthawks overhead, and within a minute or two saw the first of 7 that flew past between then and 7:40. They followed slightly variable southwestward paths, roughly parallel to the north shore. In years

[nysbirds-l] Dune Road, Shinnecock, Riverhead (Suffolk)

This morning I drove Dune Road from Westhampton to Shinnecock Inlet, under exceptionally pleasant conditions for birding: it was almost windless and relatively "warm" (by current standards). I checked the ocean at almost every viewpoint. A single Red-necked Grebe was a short distance east of

[nysbirds-l] Dune Road, Shinnecock, Riverhead (Suffolk)

This morning I drove Dune Road from Westhampton to Shinnecock Inlet, under exceptionally pleasant conditions for birding: it was almost windless and relatively warm (by current standards). I checked the ocean at almost every viewpoint. A single Red-necked Grebe was a short distance east of Quogue

[nysbirds-l] Riverhead (Suffolk) geese, etc.

My goose chase this afternoon was partly successful, yielding one Greater White-fronted Goose and one Cackling Goose amidst the Canadas visible from Route 43 (Northville Turnpike), north of its intersection with Route 105. I did not find the Pink-footed Goose, but it may well have been among the

[nysbirds-l] Riverhead (Suffolk) geese, etc.

My goose chase this afternoon was partly successful, yielding one Greater White-fronted Goose and one Cackling Goose amidst the Canadas visible from Route 43 (Northville Turnpike), north of its intersection with Route 105. I did not find the Pink-footed Goose, but it may well have been among the

[nysbirds-l] Suffolk geese

At Belmont Lake State Park, three of the previously reported Greater White-fronted Geese were close to the wooded northwest border of the lake, at about 8:30. They and the Canada Geese were not moving much, and probably many Canadas, perhaps with other companions, were out of sight, further back

[nysbirds-l] Suffolk geese

At Belmont Lake State Park, three of the previously reported Greater White-fronted Geese were close to the wooded northwest border of the lake, at about 8:30. They and the Canada Geese were not moving much, and probably many Canadas, perhaps with other companions, were out of sight, further back

[nysbirds-l] LI South Shore sparrows etc.

I visited several sites this morning, from Robert Moses and Captree State Parks to Jones Beach West End. There was a strong fringillid flight, with American Goldfinches greatly outnumbering Pine Siskins (at least 10 to 1), and good numbers of Purple Finches. Other overhead species included at

[nysbirds-l] LI South Shore sparrows etc.

I visited several sites this morning, from Robert Moses and Captree State Parks to Jones Beach West End. There was a strong fringillid flight, with American Goldfinches greatly outnumbering Pine Siskins (at least 10 to 1), and good numbers of Purple Finches. Other overhead species included at

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses SP (Suffolk) morning flight

Having missed this weekend's massive coastal flight because of a professional meeting, I was happy to take advantage of the continuing northwest winds, by arriving at Robert Moses State Park at about 7:45 this morning. I wished I could be a triumvirate, monitoring the land bird flight from one

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses SP (Suffolk) morning flight

Having missed this weekend's massive coastal flight because of a professional meeting, I was happy to take advantage of the continuing northwest winds, by arriving at Robert Moses State Park at about 7:45 this morning. I wished I could be a triumvirate, monitoring the land bird flight from one

[nysbirds-l] correction re Suffolk shorebirding

With considerable chagrin, I have to say that my reported Buff-breasted Sandpiper may have been the Baird's that Eileen Schwinn and Mike Higgiston reported from the same place. My bird was very distant, through thermal distortion, and I based my ID more on its foraging behavior than on morphology.

[nysbirds-l] Suffolk Shorebirding

In a more extended day of shorebirdig than I had intended, I began at 7:45 at Cupsogue County Park, where I encountered Dick Belanger. From the end of the path that leads from the 4WD track west of the parking lot, we spent over an hour scrutinizing the birds on the exposed, fairly distant

[nysbirds-l] Suffolk Shorebirding

In a more extended day of shorebirdig than I had intended, I began at 7:45 at Cupsogue County Park, where I encountered Dick Belanger. From the end of the path that leads from the 4WD track west of the parking lot, we spent over an hour scrutinizing the birds on the exposed, fairly distant

[nysbirds-l] correction re Suffolk shorebirding

With considerable chagrin, I have to say that my reported Buff-breasted Sandpiper may have been the Baird's that Eileen Schwinn and Mike Higgiston reported from the same place. My bird was very distant, through thermal distortion, and I based my ID more on its foraging behavior than on morphology.

[nysbirds-l] Collared Dove, and IMPORTANT re Jamaica Bay West Pond

The Eurasian Collared Dove that has frequented the Chelsea Water Park in Manhattan flew in to trees just north of the dog run at about 9:15 this morning, and soon dropped to the lawn and walkway. The site is at the junction of 11th Avenue and West 2 Street. The period from now until July 30 is

[nysbirds-l] Collared Dove, and IMPORTANT re Jamaica Bay West Pond

The Eurasian Collared Dove that has frequented the Chelsea Water Park in Manhattan flew in to trees just north of the dog run at about 9:15 this morning, and soon dropped to the lawn and walkway. The site is at the junction of 11th Avenue and West 2 Street. The period from now until July 30 is

[nysbirds-l] Cory's Shearwater and others (Suffolk)

Because recent sea-watching along the south shore of Long Island has not been very productive, I was heartened to see a fairly distant Cory's Shearwater from the Shinnecock Inlet overlook at about 7 p.m. this evening. What may have been the same bird appeared about 8 minutes later, considerably

[nysbirds-l] Cory's Shearwater and others (Suffolk)

Because recent sea-watching along the south shore of Long Island has not been very productive, I was heartened to see a fairly distant Cory's Shearwater from the Shinnecock Inlet overlook at about 7 p.m. this evening. What may have been the same bird appeared about 8 minutes later, considerably

[nysbirds-l] Least Bittern, North Fork (Suffolk)

I saw one of the previously reported Least Bitterns at Ashamomaque Preserve at about 8:15 this morning, about 10 minutes after I arrived at the viewing tower. It flew across the marsh to the far side of the pond, provided a brief scope view before clambering out of sight in the cattails, and a few

[nysbirds-l] Least Bittern, North Fork (Suffolk)

I saw one of the previously reported Least Bitterns at Ashamomaque Preserve at about 8:15 this morning, about 10 minutes after I arrived at the viewing tower. It flew across the marsh to the far side of the pond, provided a brief scope view before clambering out of sight in the cattails, and a few

[nysbirds-l] West Pond (Jamaica Bay) sightings then and now

ents. It takes only a minute to access it at www.tinyurl.com/West-Pond-Petition! The comparative compilation follows. Doug Futuyma Stony Brook and New York City Comparison of late May sightings at JBWR West Pond – Douglas Futuyma My sightings this year (May 25, 2014) compared to my sightings

[nysbirds-l] West Pond (Jamaica Bay) sightings then and now

a minute to access it at www.tinyurl.com/West-Pond-Petition! The comparative compilation follows. Doug Futuyma Stony Brook and New York City Comparison of late May sightings at JBWR West Pond – Douglas Futuyma My sightings this year (May 25, 2014) compared to my sightings on May 22, 2011, May 25

[nysbirds-l] Sunken Meadow SP (Suffolk) migrants

Migrants out east are sparser than in the city, but in two hours this morning, I encountered 11 species of warblers, including several Northern Parula, 1 or 2 Black-throated Green, 1 Prairie, Yellow (quite a few apparently on territory), Ovenbird (at least 5 singing), 1 Northern Waterthrush, 1

[nysbirds-l] Sunken Meadow SP (Suffolk) migrants

Migrants out east are sparser than in the city, but in two hours this morning, I encountered 11 species of warblers, including several Northern Parula, 1 or 2 Black-throated Green, 1 Prairie, Yellow (quite a few apparently on territory), Ovenbird (at least 5 singing), 1 Northern Waterthrush, 1

[nysbirds-l] ALERT: Swallow-tailed Kite, So State Pkwy, LI

Bob Proniewych just called to say he just now saw a Swallow-tailed Kite over Southern State Parkway at Wantagh Parkway. The bird was heading east. 8:55 a.m. Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] ALERT: Swallow-tailed Kite, So State Pkwy, LI

Bob Proniewych just called to say he just now saw a Swallow-tailed Kite over Southern State Parkway at Wantagh Parkway. The bird was heading east. 8:55 a.m. Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] LI: Hempstead and east, April 6

This morning, Rich Hoyer (en route home to Tucson) and I started at Hempstead Lake State Park, where we found one Cliff Swallow and 2 Barn Swallows among the Tree Swallows at the South Pond, and saw the other birds listed by Joe Giunta, as well as a pair of Wood Ducks and the apparent hybrid

[nysbirds-l] LI: Hempstead and east, April 6

This morning, Rich Hoyer (en route home to Tucson) and I started at Hempstead Lake State Park, where we found one Cliff Swallow and 2 Barn Swallows among the Tree Swallows at the South Pond, and saw the other birds listed by Joe Giunta, as well as a pair of Wood Ducks and the apparent hybrid

[nysbirds-l] LI south and west

Birds of some interest at several Long Island sites this morning: At Blydenburgh County Park (Smithtown), waterfowl included ca. 56 Ring-necked Ducks and 2 Canvasback. At Robert Moses State Park, more than 1500 Long-tailed Duck on bay side, close to the roadway, actively milling about; also ca.

[nysbirds-l] LI south and west

Birds of some interest at several Long Island sites this morning: At Blydenburgh County Park (Smithtown), waterfowl included ca. 56 Ring-necked Ducks and 2 Canvasback. At Robert Moses State Park, more than 1500 Long-tailed Duck on bay side, close to the roadway, actively milling about; also ca.

[nysbirds-l] Other Shinnecock gulls

In my previous posting, I failed to note the continuing Glaucous Gull, along the inner end of the Inlet, and a third-cycle Lesser Black-backed Gull with the Iceland Gulls on the beach at Road L. Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Other Shinnecock gulls

In my previous posting, I failed to note the continuing Glaucous Gull, along the inner end of the Inlet, and a third-cycle Lesser Black-backed Gull with the Iceland Gulls on the beach at Road L. Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Shinnecock-Riverhead (Suffolk) gulls, Black Vulture, etc.

At Shinnecock Inlet this morning, the large number of gulls included 2 (perhaps 3) immature Iceland Gulls and almost certainly 2 Glaucous Gulls. Three male Boat-tailed Grackles were on Dune Road at the Ponquogue Bridge access, displaying a little to each other. A Snowy Owl was in the marsh west

[nysbirds-l] Shinnecock-Riverhead (Suffolk) gulls, Black Vulture, etc.

At Shinnecock Inlet this morning, the large number of gulls included 2 (perhaps 3) immature Iceland Gulls and almost certainly 2 Glaucous Gulls. Three male Boat-tailed Grackles were on Dune Road at the Ponquogue Bridge access, displaying a little to each other. A Snowy Owl was in the marsh west

[nysbirds-l] Harlequin Ducks now in Long Beach (Nassau)

Yesterday morning, I observed 5 Harlequin Ducks at one of the jetties visible from the eastern end of the Long Beach boardwalk, at Neptune Avenue. The two adult males, one immature male, and two females appear to be the same group that had been residing at Point Lookout, and perhaps have moved in

[nysbirds-l] Harlequin Ducks now in Long Beach (Nassau)

Yesterday morning, I observed 5 Harlequin Ducks at one of the jetties visible from the eastern end of the Long Beach boardwalk, at Neptune Avenue. The two adult males, one immature male, and two females appear to be the same group that had been residing at Point Lookout, and perhaps have moved in

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, Randall's Island (correction)

In my haste, I wrote "Cackling" when, of course, I intended "Barnacle" Goose. Thanks to the several people who quickly notified me of this idiotic (my word, not theirs) mistake. Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Cackling Goose continues (Randall's Island, NYC)

At 8 a.m., with Canada Geese, in the narrow channel that lets into the East River from the northwest; almost below the railroad span. I did not find the Red-necked Grebe. Doug Futuyma Stony Brook, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Cackling Goose continues (Randall's Island, NYC)

At 8 a.m., with Canada Geese, in the narrow channel that lets into the East River from the northwest; almost below the railroad span. I did not find the Red-necked Grebe. Doug Futuyma Stony Brook, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, Randall's Island (correction)

In my haste, I wrote Cackling when, of course, I intended Barnacle Goose. Thanks to the several people who quickly notified me of this idiotic (my word, not theirs) mistake. Doug Futuyma -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Point Lookout (Nassau) Iceland Gull, Harlequin Ducks

This afternoon, an immature Iceland Gull was on the easternmost jetty to the west of the inlet at Point Lookout. Perhaps taking shelter from the fierce wind, two pairs of Harlequin Ducks were in the inlet, just north of the isolated house near the mouth of the inlet. Scans for grassland birds at

[nysbirds-l] Point Lookout (Nassau) Iceland Gull, Harlequin Ducks

This afternoon, an immature Iceland Gull was on the easternmost jetty to the west of the inlet at Point Lookout. Perhaps taking shelter from the fierce wind, two pairs of Harlequin Ducks were in the inlet, just north of the isolated house near the mouth of the inlet. Scans for grassland birds at

[nysbirds-l] Iceland Gull, Stony Brook (Suffolk)

An immature Iceland Gull was on the Stony Brook mill pond at 9:30 this morning. Doug Futuyma Stony Brook -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Iceland Gull, Stony Brook (Suffolk)

An immature Iceland Gull was on the Stony Brook mill pond at 9:30 this morning. Doug Futuyma Stony Brook -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Montauk and west: Tundra Swan, Glaucous Gull, etc.

A 2-hour sea watch from the Montauk Point restaurant and Camp Hero early this morning was rewarded by a spectacular number of scoters (20,000 is a conservative estimate), of which at least 3/4 were Black; the rest were mostly White-winged, Surf being conspicuously sparse. At least several hundred

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