[nysbirds-l] NYC Audubon checklist link from May Birdathon

2010-10-29 Thread Linda Orkin
Here is a link that I found... http://www.nycaudubon.org/Birdathon/PDF/ChecklistFINAL.pdf It is quite extensive. Hope it helps. Linda On Fri, Oct 29, 2010 at 4:13 AM, bernalinc...@aol.com wrote: The official Checklist of the Birds of New York State is maintained and published by the New

Re: [nysbirds-l] American White Pelican

2011-01-14 Thread Linda Orkin
I thought it was illegal to have the body of a bird. Can someone really give this bird away and then have it stuffed and thwart necropsy info? Linda Orkin On Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 3:34 PM, Nicole Corrao nxcor...@gw.dec.state.ny.uswrote: Hello Birders, I thought all would be interested

Re: [nysbirds-l] Photos of a yellow cardinal! (NOT in NY)

2011-02-06 Thread Linda Orkin
Hey Ruth, Yes, but they metabolize the foods they eat and formulate the pigments. The paper that accompanies these photos is very interesting and explains much about this mutation and how it affects the metabolic activity to end up with a different color. Linda On Sun, Feb 6, 2011 at 3:40 PM,

Re: [nysbirds-l] Troupial at Roslyn NY...

2011-11-30 Thread Linda Orkin
I wish someone could find a way to catch this bird. It will never survive the winter. Perhaps there is a rehabber or an experienced mist netter somewhere nearby who could assist And perhaps, as an added incentive, these birds appear to be quite valuable after a cursory search on the internet.

[nysbirds-l] Troupial

2011-11-30 Thread Linda Orkin
- I wish someone could find a way to catch this bird. It will never survive the winter. Perhaps there is a rehabber or an experienced mist netter somewhere nearby who could assist And as an added incentive, if one is necessary, these birds appear to be quite valuable from a cursory search

[nysbirds-l] OT: Guide to Birding in the Cayuga Lake Basin article

2012-04-11 Thread Linda Orkin
or northward expansion ~Sue Thanks in advance if you can help out. LInda Orkin Ithaca, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES

Re: [nysbirds-l] OT: Guide to Birding in the Cayuga Lake Basin article

2012-04-11 Thread Linda Orkin
place where you can buy this online. So far. Thanks Linda Orkin Ithaca NY Sent from my iPhone On Apr 11, 2012, at 5:08 PM, Willie D'Anna and Betsy Potter dannapot...@roadrunner.com wrote: Hi Linda, Thanks for posting the link to the article. Perhaps this was an oversight

Re:[nysbirds-l] [cayugabirds-l] OT: Guide to Birding in the Cayuga Lake Basin article

2012-04-11 Thread Linda Orkin
. Thanks to all who have responded. I appreciate your input and I know Sue does also. Best Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY This is a subject On Wed, Apr 11, 2012 at 10:12 PM, sfern...@twcny.rr.com wrote: I'm sure the experts know more than I do, but in 35 years, I have seen: new to our area: Carolina

Re: [nysbirds-l] Trumpeter Yaphank

2013-02-01 Thread Linda Orkin
She perhaps knows already but I'm sure appreciates your presence. Convey all of our regrets for human cruelty. Linda Orkin Sent from my iPhone On Feb 1, 2013, at 9:18 AM, Peter Priolo peterpri...@gmail.com wrote: I am currently observing, and trying to communicate the sad news

Re: [nysbirds-l] Bird Listening Devices for the Home

2013-03-22 Thread Linda Orkin
It would be good for me at least if responses went to all. I am also interested. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY Sent from my iPhone On Mar 22, 2013, at 9:15 AM, Willie D'Anna and Betsy Potter dannapot...@roadrunner.com wrote: We have a baby monitor for listening to the birds from inside the house

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Snowy Owls being shot at JFK

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
Thanks Betsy for this information. I think it is horrendous that such a time sensitive and destructive issue can only be addressed by snail mail in this day and age. I am doing as you suggest, but still urge all to flood Cuomo's office with phone calls. (518) 474-8390 Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Snowy Owls being shot at JFK

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
...@gmail.com wrote: i called the number and if you wait for option 3 (speak to an assistant) you can leave a polite message with a real live person, as i did. whether of course that has any impact is to be seen. On 12/9/13, Linda Orkin wingmagi...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks Betsy

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Snowy Owls being shot at JFK

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
and refuges. I will let everyone know what I learn. I feel this can't wait. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Mon, Dec 9, 2013 at 12:59 PM, t...@fltg.net wrote: Hi Linda, I can't send messages to the list from webmail, which is all I can access from work, but if you or someone else called Assemblywoman

[nysbirds-l] Petition about Snowy Owl killings

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
-area-airports-2?share_id=pSTiVqbmWUutm_campaign=signature_receiptutm_medium=emailutm_source=share_petition Thanks. Linda Orkin Ithaca, ny -- Don't ask what your bird club can do for you, ask what you can do for your bird club!! ')_,/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re:[cayugabirds-l] [nysbirds-l] Resources to use in contacting wildlife agencies and elected officials re: Snowy Owl Killings...

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
Thanks Andrew. I have sent this to Cayuga birds also. All see below. Linda Orkin Ithaca, ny Sent from my iPhone On Dec 9, 2013, at 5:28 PM, Andrew Baksh birdingd...@gmail.com wrote: I have compiled from all the e-mails sent on the subject of the killing of Snowy Owls at JFK, a list

Re: [nysbirds-l] Go directly to the Inspector General of panynj to protect Snowy Owls

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
Another email to use. Let's increase the pressure and stop this insane solution. See Rick Kefenburg's email below. Linda Orkin Ithaca, ny Sent from my iPhone On Dec 9, 2013, at 5:48 PM, Rick Linda Kedenburg kedenb...@optonline.net wrote: Hi All, I found this address on the PA website

Re:[cayugabirds-l] [nysbirds-l] Port Authority backs off Snowy Owl killings

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
I didn't see this go to Cayugabirds so I am resending. This is great news and I am proud of us all!! Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY Sent from my iPhone On Dec 9, 2013, at 9:03 PM, Christina Wilkinson nutrich...@rcn.com wrote: Looks like the activism worked: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 9

Re: [nysbirds-l] Crow Shoot scheduled in Greene County

2014-03-17 Thread Linda Orkin
That is really quite an appalling notice, hopefully the crows are smart enough to stay away. I messaged the rod and gun club on their FB page since there is no other way to post or comment. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Mon, Mar 17, 2014 at 12:53 PM, Stella Miller stella.mille...@yahoo.comwrote

Re: [nysbirds-l] Crow Shoot scheduled in Greene County

2014-03-19 Thread Linda Orkin
-unlimited-2000-bird-pigeon-shoot-cancelled/ It can be done. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Wed, Mar 19, 2014 at 12:24 PM, Larry Trachtenberg trachtenb...@amsllp.com wrote: As a hunter, I'm surprised you'd quote Glorified G which is an anti-gun song, really poking fun at gun enthusiasts, don't you

[nysbirds-l] OT:New York State Ornithological Association Annual meeting in Ithaca....register soon!

2014-08-27 Thread Linda Orkin
. And please note, if you are registering and choosing banquet or reception, the deadline for this is Sept. 12. Contact me if you need any additional information. Best regards, Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY -- If you permit this evil, what is the good of the good of your life? -Stanley Kunitz

Re:[nysbirds-l] OT:New York State Ornithological Association Annual meeting in Ithaca....register soon!

2014-08-27 Thread Linda Orkin
Correction. Please read high energy as GOOD energy after some concerned inquiries from leaders who don't want to be running while birding. Linda Sent from my iPhone On Aug 27, 2014, at 3:04 PM, Linda Orkin wingmagi...@gmail.com wrote: Come one, come all! The Cayuga Bird Club hosts

[nysbirds-l] Reminder, and deadlines approaching.: OT:New York State Ornithological Association Annual meeting in Ithaca....register soon!

2014-09-04 Thread Linda Orkin
are registering and choosing banquet or reception, the deadline for this is Sept. 12. Contact me if you need any additional information. Best regards, Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY -- If you permit this evil, what is the good of the good of your life? -Stanley Kunitz... -- If you permit

[nysbirds-l] Final reminder, and deadlines have changed. OT:New York State Ornithological Association Annual meeting in Ithaca....register soon!

2014-09-10 Thread Linda Orkin
are registering and choosing banquet or reception, the deadline for this is has been changed to September 11 so that we are able to submit final numbers by September 12. * Contact me if you need any additional information. Best regards, Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY -- If you permit this evil, what

Re: [nysbirds-l] Cassins/Couches survival chances?

2015-01-08 Thread Linda Orkin
It doesn't hurt to help beings in trouble if it is possible to do. Wouldn't you want the same done for you? Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Thu, Jan 8, 2015 at 11:04 AM, Will Raup hoaryredp...@hotmail.com wrote: Why should we get involved at all? They are vagrants, moved out of their normal

Re: [nysbirds-l] Cassins/Couches survival chances?

2015-01-08 Thread Linda Orkin
Suffering is suffering, compassion is compassion. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Thu, Jan 8, 2015 at 11:09 AM, Justin Lawson justindlaw...@gmail.com wrote: Hope we aren't comparing a bird's life to a human life. On Thursday, January 8, 2015, Linda Orkin wingmagi...@gmail.com wrote: It doesn't

[nysbirds-l] NYC Audubon checklist link from May Birdathon

2010-10-29 Thread Linda Orkin
Here is a link that I found... http://www.nycaudubon.org/Birdathon/PDF/ChecklistFINAL.pdf It is quite extensive. Hope it helps. Linda On Fri, Oct 29, 2010 at 4:13 AM, wrote: > The official Checklist of the Birds of New York State is maintained and > published by the New York State

Re: [nysbirds-l] American White Pelican

2011-01-14 Thread Linda Orkin
I thought it was illegal to have the body of a bird. Can someone really give this bird away and then have it stuffed and thwart necropsy info? Linda Orkin On Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 3:34 PM, Nicole Corrao wrote: > Hello Birders, > > I thought all would be interested in an American Whit

Re: [nysbirds-l] Photos of a yellow cardinal! (NOT in NY)

2011-02-06 Thread Linda Orkin
Hey Ruth, Yes, but they metabolize the foods they eat and formulate the pigments. The paper that accompanies these photos is very interesting and explains much about this mutation and how it affects the metabolic activity to end up with a different color. Linda On Sun, Feb 6, 2011 at 3:40 PM,

Re: [nysbirds-l] Troupial at Roslyn NY...

2011-11-30 Thread Linda Orkin
I wish someone could find a way to catch this bird. It will never survive the winter. Perhaps there is a rehabber or an experienced mist netter somewhere nearby who could assist And perhaps, as an added incentive, these birds appear to be quite valuable after a cursory search on the internet.

[nysbirds-l] Troupial

2011-11-30 Thread Linda Orkin
- I wish someone could find a way to catch this bird. It will never survive the winter. Perhaps there is a rehabber or an experienced mist netter somewhere nearby who could assist And as an added incentive, if one is necessary, these birds appear to be quite valuable from a cursory search

[nysbirds-l] OT: Guide to Birding in the Cayuga Lake Basin article

2012-04-11 Thread Linda Orkin
xpansion or northward expansion ~Sue Thanks in advance if you can help out. LInda Orkin Ithaca, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

Re: [nysbirds-l] OT: Guide to Birding in the Cayuga Lake Basin article

2012-04-11 Thread Linda Orkin
place where you can buy this online. So far. Thanks Linda Orkin Ithaca NY Sent from my iPhone On Apr 11, 2012, at 5:08 PM, "Willie D'Anna and Betsy Potter" wrote: > Hi Linda, > > > > Thanks for posting the link to the article. Perhaps this was an oversight >

Re:[nysbirds-l] [cayugabirds-l] OT: Guide to Birding in the Cayuga Lake Basin article

2012-04-11 Thread Linda Orkin
. Thanks to all who have responded. I appreciate your input and I know Sue does also. Best Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY This is a subject On Wed, Apr 11, 2012 at 10:12 PM, wrote: > I'm sure the experts know more than I do, but in 35 years, I have seen: > > new to our area: Carolina Wren, Ho

Re: [nysbirds-l] Trumpeter Yaphank

2013-02-01 Thread Linda Orkin
She perhaps knows already but I'm sure appreciates your presence. Convey all of our regrets for human cruelty. Linda Orkin Sent from my iPhone On Feb 1, 2013, at 9:18 AM, Peter Priolo wrote: > I am currently observing, and trying to communicate the sad news, to the > widowe

Re: [nysbirds-l] Bird Listening Devices for the Home

2013-03-22 Thread Linda Orkin
It would be good for me at least if responses went to all. I am also interested. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY Sent from my iPhone On Mar 22, 2013, at 9:15 AM, "Willie D'Anna and Betsy Potter" wrote: > We have a baby monitor for listening to the birds from inside the house. > Re

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Snowy Owls being shot at JFK

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
Thanks Betsy for this information. I think it is horrendous that such a time sensitive and destructive issue can only be addressed by snail mail in this day and age. I am doing as you suggest, but still urge all to flood Cuomo's office with phone calls. (518) 474-8390 Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Snowy Owls being shot at JFK

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
wrote: > i called the number and if you wait for option 3 (speak to an > assistant) you can leave a polite message with a real live person, as > i did. whether of course that has any impact is to be seen. > > On 12/9/13, Linda Orkin wrote: > > Thanks Betsy for this

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Snowy Owls being shot at JFK

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
arm fields and refuges. I will let everyone know what I learn. I feel this can't wait. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Mon, Dec 9, 2013 at 12:59 PM, wrote: > Hi Linda, > > I can't send messages to the list from webmail, which is all I can > access from work, but if you or someone else called

[nysbirds-l] Petition about Snowy Owl killings

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
-area-airports-2?share_id=pSTiVqbmWU_campaign=signature_receipt_medium=email_source=share_petition Thanks. Linda Orkin Ithaca, ny -- Don't ask what your bird club can do for you, ask what you can do for your bird club!! <')_,/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.

Re:[cayugabirds-l] [nysbirds-l] Resources to use in contacting wildlife agencies and elected officials re: Snowy Owl Killings...

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
Thanks Andrew. I have sent this to Cayuga birds also. All see below. Linda Orkin Ithaca, ny Sent from my iPhone On Dec 9, 2013, at 5:28 PM, Andrew Baksh wrote: > I have compiled from all the e-mails sent on the subject of the killing of > Snowy Owls at JFK, a list of the res

Re: [nysbirds-l] Go directly to the Inspector General of panynj to protect Snowy Owls

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
Another email to use. Let's increase the pressure and stop this insane solution. See Rick Kefenburg's email below. Linda Orkin Ithaca, ny Sent from my iPhone On Dec 9, 2013, at 5:48 PM, Rick & Linda Kedenburg wrote: > Hi All, I found this address on the PA website. Maybe people

Re:[cayugabirds-l] [nysbirds-l] Port Authority backs off Snowy Owl killings

2013-12-09 Thread Linda Orkin
I didn't see this go to Cayugabirds so I am resending. This is great news and I am proud of us all!! Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY Sent from my iPhone On Dec 9, 2013, at 9:03 PM, Christina Wilkinson wrote: > Looks like the activism worked: > > FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE > Dece

Re: [nysbirds-l] Crow Shoot scheduled in Greene County

2014-03-17 Thread Linda Orkin
That is really quite an appalling notice, hopefully the crows are smart enough to stay away. I messaged the rod and gun club on their FB page since there is no other way to post or comment. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Mon, Mar 17, 2014 at 12:53 PM, Stella Miller wrote: > By the way, the C

Re: [nysbirds-l] Crow Shoot scheduled in Greene County

2014-03-19 Thread Linda Orkin
-unlimited-2000-bird-pigeon-shoot-cancelled/ It can be done. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Wed, Mar 19, 2014 at 12:24 PM, Larry Trachtenberg < trachtenb...@amsllp.com> wrote: > As a hunter, I'm surprised you'd quote "Glorified G" which is an > anti-gun song, really poking fun at

Re: [nysbirds-l] Press release

2014-03-20 Thread Linda Orkin
The senator did not use NYC DEC, the press release did, and only to say that the NYC DEC says this is legal. Why would anyone stop reading after that? The senator refers only to NYS. Linda On Thu, Mar 20, 2014 at 2:11 PM, Will Raup wrote: > Sadly the fact the Senator used the term "New York

[nysbirds-l] OT:New York State Ornithological Association Annual meeting in Ithaca....register soon!

2014-08-27 Thread Linda Orkin
. And please note, if you are registering and choosing banquet or reception, the deadline for this is Sept. 12. Contact me if you need any additional information. Best regards, Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY -- If you permit this evil, what is the good of the good of your life? -Stanley Kunitz

Re:[nysbirds-l] OT:New York State Ornithological Association Annual meeting in Ithaca....register soon!

2014-08-27 Thread Linda Orkin
Correction. Please read "high energy" as "GOOD energy" after some concerned inquiries from leaders who don't want to be running while birding. Linda Sent from my iPhone On Aug 27, 2014, at 3:04 PM, Linda Orkin wrote: > > > Come one, come all! The Cayuga Bird

[nysbirds-l] Reminder, and deadlines approaching.: OT:New York State Ornithological Association Annual meeting in Ithaca....register soon!

2014-09-04 Thread Linda Orkin
are registering and choosing banquet or reception, the deadline for this is Sept. 12. Contact me if you need any additional information. Best regards, Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY -- If you permit this evil, what is the good of the good of your life? -Stanley Kunitz... -- If you permit

[nysbirds-l] Final reminder, and deadlines have changed. OT:New York State Ornithological Association Annual meeting in Ithaca....register soon!

2014-09-10 Thread Linda Orkin
are registering and choosing banquet or reception, the deadline for this is has been changed to September 11 so that we are able to submit final numbers by September 12. * Contact me if you need any additional information. Best regards, Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY -- If you permit this evil, what

Re: [nysbirds-l] Cassins/Couches survival chances?

2015-01-08 Thread Linda Orkin
It doesn't hurt to help beings in trouble if it is possible to do. Wouldn't you want the same done for you? Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Thu, Jan 8, 2015 at 11:04 AM, Will Raup wrote: > > Why should we get involved at all? They are vagrants, moved out of their > normal range for whatev

Re: [nysbirds-l] Cassins/Couches survival chances?

2015-01-08 Thread Linda Orkin
Suffering is suffering, compassion is compassion. Linda Orkin Ithaca, NY On Thu, Jan 8, 2015 at 11:09 AM, Justin Lawson wrote: > Hope we aren't comparing a bird's life to a human life. > > > On Thursday, January 8, 2015, Linda Orkin wrote: > >> It doesn't hurt to h