Re: [nysbirds-l] Sands Point Preserve waving entrance fee

!!! Explicit correction needed please > On Mar 20, 2020, at 2:22 PM, José R. Ramírez-Garofalo > wrote: > >  > ***novel coronavirus > >> On Fri, Mar 20, 2020 at 2:20 PM Glenn Quinn wrote: >> Due to the Chinese coronavirus, the Sands Point Preserve is waving their >> entrance fee for

Re: [nysbirds-l] Sands Point Preserve waving entrance fee

!!! Explicit correction needed please > On Mar 20, 2020, at 2:22 PM, José R. Ramírez-Garofalo > wrote: > >  > ***novel coronavirus > >> On Fri, Mar 20, 2020 at 2:20 PM Glenn Quinn wrote: >> Due to the Chinese coronavirus, the Sands Point Preserve is waving their >> entrance fee for

[nysbirds-l] Painted Bunting - Brooklyn Bridge Park

The bird was present this morning in the grassy area directly east of Pier 5. It was actively feeding on the seed heads of the ‘bluestem grass’ in loose association with two Field Sparrows. Several birders were present including the discoverer; thank you Heather. Happy New Year to all. --

[nysbirds-l] Painted Bunting - Brooklyn Bridge Park

The bird was present this morning in the grassy area directly east of Pier 5. It was actively feeding on the seed heads of the ‘bluestem grass’ in loose association with two Field Sparrows. Several birders were present including the discoverer; thank you Heather. Happy New Year to all. --

[nysbirds-l] Harlequin Duck - Orient Point

During yesterday’s Orient CBC, we (myself and Brian Kane) observed 4 Harlequin Ducks (2 adult males, 1 adult female and 1 young male). They were among the rocks off the point feeding actively. The tide was nearly high at the time of observation. -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Harlequin Duck - Orient Point

During yesterday’s Orient CBC, we (myself and Brian Kane) observed 4 Harlequin Ducks (2 adult males, 1 adult female and 1 young male). They were among the rocks off the point feeding actively. The tide was nearly high at the time of observation. -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] King Eider - Orient Point

The previously reported King Eider (female) is present at Orient Point. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] King Eider - Orient Point

The previously reported King Eider (female) is present at Orient Point. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

Re: [nysbirds-l] Purposeful Birdwatching

Folks: Down my way (Gainesville, FL) during the doldrums of June (intense heat and humidity), we have the June Challenge. A friendly county-only competition to observe the most species. Everyone shares their finds. It is both fun and interesting and it gets all who participate out in the field

Re: [nysbirds-l] Purposeful Birdwatching

Folks: Down my way (Gainesville, FL) during the doldrums of June (intense heat and humidity), we have the June Challenge. A friendly county-only competition to observe the most species. Everyone shares their finds. It is both fun and interesting and it gets all who participate out in the field

[nysbirds-l] Sage Thrasher

The very cooperative bird was present at its “new” spot as described previously at least until 2pm. It showed no signs of leaving the area where it was actively feeding. Enjoy. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Sage Thrasher

The very cooperative bird was present at its “new” spot as described previously at least until 2pm. It showed no signs of leaving the area where it was actively feeding. Enjoy. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Wilson’s Plover

Greetings. Continuing at same ocean-side location as of 4pm, Thursday. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Wilson’s Plover

Greetings. Continuing at same ocean-side location as of 4pm, Thursday. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: [BRDBRAIN] Origin Of Honeymoon Pet Beach Piping Plover

Thought this would be of interest: Begin forwarded message: >> On Mon, Nov 26, 2018 at 3:58 PM robert lane wrote: >> Back on November 19th, a banded Piping Plover was recorded and photographed >> at Honeymoon Island State Park Pet Beach, Pinellas County. The celebrity >> visitor (green flag

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: [BRDBRAIN] Origin Of Honeymoon Pet Beach Piping Plover

Thought this would be of interest: Begin forwarded message: >> On Mon, Nov 26, 2018 at 3:58 PM robert lane wrote: >> Back on November 19th, a banded Piping Plover was recorded and photographed >> at Honeymoon Island State Park Pet Beach, Pinellas County. The celebrity >> visitor (green flag

[nysbirds-l] Cattle Egret - Sunrise Highway (27)

At about 2:15pm, I observed a single Cattle Egret feeding in the median of Sunrise Highway (Rte 27) just west of Horseblock Road (Exit 57). -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Cattle Egret - Sunrise Highway (27)

At about 2:15pm, I observed a single Cattle Egret feeding in the median of Sunrise Highway (Rte 27) just west of Horseblock Road (Exit 57). -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] The Kingbird

I realize this is slightly off topic, however... I have a very long run of issues of The Kingbird. I want to give them a new home if that is possible. I believe they are all scanned and available on the NYSOA website. I am hoping some person or organization wants hard copies. Thanks. --

[nysbirds-l] The Kingbird

I realize this is slightly off topic, however... I have a very long run of issues of The Kingbird. I want to give them a new home if that is possible. I believe they are all scanned and available on the NYSOA website. I am hoping some person or organization wants hard copies. Thanks. --

Re: [nysbirds-l] Save the Date --December 19 --for the Montauk CBC

Lets wait a bit re Sagg count > On Oct 10, 2015, at 10:46 AM, Karen Rubinstein wrote: > > Hi Hugh, > > I hope all is well. > > I hope you do decide to come...Does that mean there is also a question about > the Sagg Count? We usually mention it in our letters, but I don't want to >

Re: [nysbirds-l] Save the Date --December 19 --for the Montauk CBC

Lets wait a bit re Sagg count > On Oct 10, 2015, at 10:46 AM, Karen Rubinstein wrote: > > Hi Hugh, > > I hope all is well. > > I hope you do decide to come...Does that mean there is also a question about > the Sagg Count? We usually mention it in our letters, but I

[nysbirds-l] Sibley issue

Folks: I received the first printing as a gift. I went to the book store where it was purchased and explained the issue. The owner of the store happily replaced it with a copy of the 2nd printing. Try this method if possible. -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Sibley issue

Folks: I received the first printing as a gift. I went to the book store where it was purchased and explained the issue. The owner of the store happily replaced it with a copy of the 2nd printing. Try this method if possible. -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Couch's Present

Sitting in tree at corner of Bank and Hudson (north side) across from park. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Couch's Present

Sitting in tree at corner of Bank and Hudson (north side) across from park. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Cassin's Kingbird-YES

The bird is showing nicely at the Floyd Bennett Community Gardens picnic area. Glad it stayed. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES:

[nysbirds-l] Cassin's Kingbird-YES

The bird is showing nicely at the Floyd Bennett Community Gardens picnic area. Glad it stayed. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES:

[nysbirds-l] Common Ground Dove-YES

Bird present in grassy area along road edge just west of the eastern-most entrance/exit to West End 2 parking lot. Earlier in day observed east of entrance/exit along edge of shrubby area. Great looks had by all! -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Common Ground Dove-YES

Bird present in grassy area along road edge just west of the eastern-most entrance/exit to West End 2 parking lot. Earlier in day observed east of entrance/exit along edge of shrubby area. Great looks had by all! -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Sabine's Gull: Montauk Pt.

We (Jim Ash and I) observed a juvenile SABINE'S GULL from the Montauk Point restaurant at 8:40am. The bird was flying west to east about 200 meters from shore. Other birds of note during a couple of hours of sea-watching were 6 Parasitic Jaegers, a Black Tern, 5 Gannets, and a pair each of

[nysbirds-l] Sabine's Gull: Montauk Pt.

We (Jim Ash and I) observed a juvenile SABINE'S GULL from the Montauk Point restaurant at 8:40am. The bird was flying west to east about 200 meters from shore. Other birds of note during a couple of hours of sea-watching were 6 Parasitic Jaegers, a Black Tern, 5 Gannets, and a pair each of

[nysbirds-l] Night in Amagansett, LI

Just returned from a couple of hours birding the Napeague/Lazy Point area east of Amagansett on a perfect night: 3-4 Chuck-Wills-Widows (heard from the intersection of Lazy Point Road and Crassen Boulevard and along the western section of Napeague Meadow Road); 7-9 Whip-Poor-Wills (all along

[nysbirds-l] Night in Amagansett, LI

Just returned from a couple of hours birding the Napeague/Lazy Point area east of Amagansett on a perfect night: 3-4 Chuck-Wills-Widows (heard from the intersection of Lazy Point Road and Crassen Boulevard and along the western section of Napeague Meadow Road); 7-9 Whip-Poor-Wills (all along

[nysbirds-l] Not Gyr

Apologies. Enthusiasm got the better of my judgement. A Peregrine. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Gyrfalcon

I am currently observing the Gyrfalcon from the Gilgo Beach parking lot. It is on the Osprey platform east out in the salt marsh. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] East End: Jan 13

Highlights of a nice day out East: Montauk Point: Kittiwake-2 adults close to Point Razorbill-16 Lake Montauk: Barrow's Goldeneye-2 (m+f), seen from South Lake Drive among Goldeneye-Bufflehead flock; thanks to Anthony Collerton for the re-discovery. Culloden Point: Red-necked Grebe-2. Hook

[nysbirds-l] East End: Jan 13

Highlights of a nice day out East: Montauk Point: Kittiwake-2 adults close to Point Razorbill-16 Lake Montauk: Barrow's Goldeneye-2 (m+f), seen from South Lake Drive among Goldeneye-Bufflehead flock; thanks to Anthony Collerton for the re-discovery. Culloden Point: Red-necked Grebe-2. Hook

[nysbirds-l] Graylag Goose

For those interested in seeing this bird, it is currently with a flock of several hundred Canadas in the eastern most field on the south side of Daniel's Lane in Sagaponack. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Graylag Goose

For those interested in seeing this bird, it is currently with a flock of several hundred Canadas in the eastern most field on the south side of Daniel's Lane in Sagaponack. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Graylag Goose-Sagaponack Area

There is currently a Graylag Goose among a sizable flock of Canadas in a field at the corner of Town Line Road and Parsonage Lane in Sagaponack/Bridgehampton. This is likely the bird found in the area a couple of weeks ago by Angus Wilson and Derek Rogers. If any birders with photo gear are in

[nysbirds-l] Graylag Goose-Sagaponack Area

There is currently a Graylag Goose among a sizable flock of Canadas in a field at the corner of Town Line Road and Parsonage Lane in Sagaponack/Bridgehampton. This is likely the bird found in the area a couple of weeks ago by Angus Wilson and Derek Rogers. If any birders with photo gear are in

[nysbirds-l] Montauk

Hello all. Searched for the King Eider this morning, no luck. The scoter/eider flock is quite tremendous. Only one Snowy Owl on Hick's Island. The darkest of the three and the one first found earlier in the week. At the Deep Hollow Ranch pond- Rusty Bb-1 and Purple Finch-3. -- NYSbirds-L

[nysbirds-l] Montauk

Hello all. Searched for the King Eider this morning, no luck. The scoter/eider flock is quite tremendous. Only one Snowy Owl on Hick's Island. The darkest of the three and the one first found earlier in the week. At the Deep Hollow Ranch pond- Rusty Bb-1 and Purple Finch-3. -- NYSbirds-L

[nysbirds-l] Incursion? East Hsmpton, NY

The previously reported Snowy Owl from Hicks Island, Napeague was 'joined' by two others. Late this afternoon I observed a second Snowy perched well out in the saltmarsh south of Napeague Harbor. Not quite believing I was seeing a second, I rushed back to the Lazy Point boat landing to see if

[nysbirds-l] Incursion? East Hsmpton, NY

The previously reported Snowy Owl from Hicks Island, Napeague was 'joined' by two others. Late this afternoon I observed a second Snowy perched well out in the saltmarsh south of Napeague Harbor. Not quite believing I was seeing a second, I rushed back to the Lazy Point boat landing to see if

[nysbirds-l] Lazy Point Area, East Hampton

Hello All. I found a 1st winter Northern Shrike along Crassen Blvd at about 10am. It moved about along the road and adjacent patches of trees, but seemed to be staying around in the area. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Lazy Point Area, East Hampton

Hello All. I found a 1st winter Northern Shrike along Crassen Blvd at about 10am. It moved about along the road and adjacent patches of trees, but seemed to be staying around in the area. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Montauk

Finally, birds. Highlights: Red-headed Wp-1 (ad) @ Camp Hero Dark-eyed Junco-1 Although a common species, the number of E. Phoebes was remarkable-25. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Montauk

Finally, birds. Highlights: Red-headed Wp-1 (ad) @ Camp Hero Dark-eyed Junco-1 Although a common species, the number of E. Phoebes was remarkable-25. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Mecox Bay

Mecox Bay remains closed and consequently there is little available shorebird habitat. Today's highlights: Whimbrel-1 Royal Tern-2 Observers here and at previously reported Sagaponack: Jim Ash Barbara Blaisdell Peter Polshek Frank Quevedo Nicole Cummings -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Sagaponack Pond

The pond was opened to the ocean two or three days ago and the decrease in water level has exposed productive mud/sand flats. The opening closed naturally last night so the water level will increase steadily in the coming days. This morning (and yesterday evening) there were 15 species of

[nysbirds-l] Daniel's Lane, Sagaponack

The field located along Daniel's Lane and Peter's Pond Lane continues to have American Golden Plovers: Yesterday, 9/11 there were 3 at 5:15pm and 33 at 7:00pm. None were present so far today. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Daniel's Lane, Sagaponack

The field located along Daniel's Lane and Peter's Pond Lane continues to have American Golden Plovers: Yesterday, 9/11 there were 3 at 5:15pm and 33 at 7:00pm. None were present so far today. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Sagaponack Pond

The pond was opened to the ocean two or three days ago and the decrease in water level has exposed productive mud/sand flats. The opening closed naturally last night so the water level will increase steadily in the coming days. This morning (and yesterday evening) there were 15 species of

[nysbirds-l] Mecox Bay

Mecox Bay remains closed and consequently there is little available shorebird habitat. Today's highlights: Whimbrel-1 Royal Tern-2 Observers here and at previously reported Sagaponack: Jim Ash Barbara Blaisdell Peter Polshek Frank Quevedo Nicole Cummings -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Daniel's Lane, Sagaponack

We finished our day at the field on Daniel's Lane (corner of Peter's Pond Lane). Ring-necked Pheasant-1 Am Golden Plover-39 Semi Plover-4 Killdeer-15 Semi Sandpiper-1 Least Sandpiper-6 Pectoral Sandpiper-2 Buff-breasted Sandpiper-5 Am Kestrel-1 The number of Golden Plovers increased during the

[nysbirds-l] Sod Farms & Shinnecock

Here are highlights of todays birding by Jim Ash, Frank Quevedo, and I. Osborne/Sound Avenue Sod Farm: Am Golden Plover-60 Turkey Vulture-5 Roanoke Winery Sod Field (Sound Avenue): Buff-breasted Sandpiper-1 Pectoral Sandpiper-1 Semi Sandpiper-1 Tree Swallow-11,000 Shinnecock-Road I Baird's

[nysbirds-l] Sod Farms Shinnecock

Here are highlights of todays birding by Jim Ash, Frank Quevedo, and I. Osborne/Sound Avenue Sod Farm: Am Golden Plover-60 Turkey Vulture-5 Roanoke Winery Sod Field (Sound Avenue): Buff-breasted Sandpiper-1 Pectoral Sandpiper-1 Semi Sandpiper-1 Tree Swallow-11,000 Shinnecock-Road I Baird's

[nysbirds-l] Montauk Point-21 April

Folks, I saw 4 Razorbills from the Point this afternoon. They were on the water fairly far out. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Montauk: Blue Grisbeak

The Imm male Blue Grosbeak remains at Camp Hero in the same location. I observed it at 3:45pm. Thanks Joe!! -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Montauk: Blue Grisbeak

The Imm male Blue Grosbeak remains at Camp Hero in the same location. I observed it at 3:45pm. Thanks Joe!! -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Montauk Point-21 April

Folks, I saw 4 Razorbills from the Point this afternoon. They were on the water fairly far out. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Montauk: 6 April

Highlights from this morning (full list on e-bird) Montauk Point: Harlequin Duck-1 (drake) Razorbill-1 Turkey Vulture-5 Tree Swallow-2 E. Phoebe-1 TRoosevelt County Park: Common Raven-1 -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Montauk: 6 April

Highlights from this morning (full list on e-bird) Montauk Point: Harlequin Duck-1 (drake) Razorbill-1 Turkey Vulture-5 Tree Swallow-2 E. Phoebe-1 TRoosevelt County Park: Common Raven-1 -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME