Re:[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach - King Eider (male -juvenile)

2017-12-27 Thread Michael Zito
The King Eider continues today for anyone interested. West End 2 jetty. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 26, 2017, at 10:58 AM, Michael Zito <michaelz...@gmail.com> wrote: > > A friend just told me about the bird which is currently off the west end 2 > jetty. Positiv

Re:[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach - King Eider (male -juvenile)

2017-12-27 Thread Michael Zito
The King Eider continues today for anyone interested. West End 2 jetty. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 26, 2017, at 10:58 AM, Michael Zito wrote: > > A friend just told me about the bird which is currently off the west end 2 > jetty. Positively IDed by a shot of the bird

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach - King Eider (male -juvenile)

2017-12-26 Thread Michael Zito
A friend just told me about the bird which is currently off the west end 2 jetty. Positively IDed by a shot of the bird on the back of their camera. Seems like it is giving nice looks. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach - King Eider (male -juvenile)

2017-12-26 Thread Michael Zito
A friend just told me about the bird which is currently off the west end 2 jetty. Positively IDed by a shot of the bird on the back of their camera. Seems like it is giving nice looks. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Re: [ebirdsnyc] Hammond’s Flycatcher- YES

2017-12-01 Thread Michael Zito
Azalea pond right now. mike z Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 1, 2017, at 10:37 AM, nathan o'reilly natro...@hotmail.com [ebirdsnyc] > wrote: > > Anders and wonder dog Bonnie will have the bird waiting on all of the > upstaters early tomorrow morning! > >

[nysbirds-l] Re: [ebirdsnyc] Hammond’s Flycatcher- YES

2017-12-01 Thread Michael Zito
Azalea pond right now. mike z Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 1, 2017, at 10:37 AM, nathan o'reilly natro...@hotmail.com [ebirdsnyc] > wrote: > > Anders and wonder dog Bonnie will have the bird waiting on all of the > upstaters early tomorrow morning! > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Dec 1,

[nysbirds-l] Update - Long-billed Dowitcher - yes Re: 3 Godwits - Yes - Hecksherer SP, Suffolk County

2017-11-04 Thread Michael Zito
Long-billed dowitcher also present. Mike Zito Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 4, 2017, at 8:51 AM, Michael Zito <michaelz...@gmail.com> wrote: > > The three godwits remain, also a juvenile pectoral Sandpiper. I have not > looked for the dowitcher or golden plovers yet. >

[nysbirds-l] Update - Long-billed Dowitcher - yes Re: 3 Godwits - Yes - Hecksherer SP, Suffolk County

2017-11-04 Thread Michael Zito
Long-billed dowitcher also present. Mike Zito Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 4, 2017, at 8:51 AM, Michael Zito wrote: > > The three godwits remain, also a juvenile pectoral Sandpiper. I have not > looked for the dowitcher or golden plovers yet. > > Mike Zito >

[nysbirds-l] 3 Godwits - Yes - Hecksherer SP, Suffolk County

2017-11-04 Thread Michael Zito
The three godwits remain, also a juvenile pectoral Sandpiper. I have not looked for the dowitcher or golden plovers yet. Mike Zito Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] 3 Godwits - Yes - Hecksherer SP, Suffolk County

2017-11-04 Thread Michael Zito
The three godwits remain, also a juvenile pectoral Sandpiper. I have not looked for the dowitcher or golden plovers yet. Mike Zito Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

Re: [nysbirds-l] Fwd: [ebirdsnyc] Queens Reporter/Bird Feeders

2017-10-24 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, The Queens County Bird Club was very active in getting feeders back at Forest Park. Although I am a member, I was not actively involved. President Arie Gilbert would have a lot more information. If you need any more contact information let me know. ariegilb...@optonline.net Mike Z

Re: [nysbirds-l] Fwd: [ebirdsnyc] Queens Reporter/Bird Feeders

2017-10-24 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, The Queens County Bird Club was very active in getting feeders back at Forest Park. Although I am a member, I was not actively involved. President Arie Gilbert would have a lot more information. If you need any more contact information let me know. ariegilb...@optonline.net Mike Z

[nysbirds-l] 2 American Pipits - Jones Beach Swale

2017-10-17 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, Kevin Rogers just informed he relocated two American Pipits at the Jones Beach Swale for those interested. Posting for Kevin due to technical difficulties. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] 2 American Pipits - Jones Beach Swale

2017-10-17 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, Kevin Rogers just informed he relocated two American Pipits at the Jones Beach Swale for those interested. Posting for Kevin due to technical difficulties. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

Re:[nysbirds-l] Second Hand Report - Pileated Woodpecker - Huntington, NY

2017-10-10 Thread Michael Zito
and wanted to get the word out. Sorry again! Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 10, 2017, at 6:56 PM, Michael Zito <michaelz...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hello, > On the LI Birds.com facebook page someone posted pictures of a Pileated > Woodpecker in Huntington, NY. I am trying

Re:[nysbirds-l] Second Hand Report - Pileated Woodpecker - Huntington, NY

2017-10-10 Thread Michael Zito
and wanted to get the word out. Sorry again! Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 10, 2017, at 6:56 PM, Michael Zito wrote: > > Hello, > On the LI Birds.com facebook page someone posted pictures of a Pileated > Woodpecker in Huntington, NY. I am trying to find out more details ab

[nysbirds-l] Second Hand Report - Pileated Woodpecker - Huntington, NY

2017-10-10 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, On the LI Birds.com facebook page someone posted pictures of a Pileated Woodpecker in Huntington, NY. I am trying to find out more details about the location and I will post if I learn anything new. This is a rare bird for LI, and there was recently one spotted in Melville. Those on

[nysbirds-l] Second Hand Report - Pileated Woodpecker - Huntington, NY

2017-10-10 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, On the LI Birds.com facebook page someone posted pictures of a Pileated Woodpecker in Huntington, NY. I am trying to find out more details about the location and I will post if I learn anything new. This is a rare bird for LI, and there was recently one spotted in Melville. Those on

[nysbirds-l] Alley Pond - male Golden-winged Warbler (2nd bird)

2017-09-16 Thread Michael Zito
Just found a second Golden-winged Warbler along with the QCBC walk by the steps leading down to little Alley Pond, this time a male, probably a continuing bird. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 16, 2017, at 8:32 AM, Michael Zito <michaelz...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Femal

[nysbirds-l] Alley Pond - male Golden-winged Warbler (2nd bird)

2017-09-16 Thread Michael Zito
Just found a second Golden-winged Warbler along with the QCBC walk by the steps leading down to little Alley Pond, this time a male, probably a continuing bird. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 16, 2017, at 8:32 AM, Michael Zito wrote: > > Female Golden-winged Warbler found

[nysbirds-l] Alley Pond - female Golden-winged Warbler

2017-09-16 Thread Michael Zito
Female Golden-winged Warbler found on paved path east of 76th Ave. Entrance by Eric Miller. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Alley Pond - female Golden-winged Warbler

2017-09-16 Thread Michael Zito
Female Golden-winged Warbler found on paved path east of 76th Ave. Entrance by Eric Miller. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

Re: [nysbirds-l] Sands Point Preserve (Nassau): 16 warbler species inc. Connecticut

2017-09-09 Thread Michael Zito
Thanks for reporting in a timely fashion, I'll get out my night vision goggles and see if any of those birds are still around. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 9, 2017, at 6:37 PM, GQ wrote: > > Very active in the preserve this morning from 8AM to 11 AM. especially around >

Re: [nysbirds-l] Sands Point Preserve (Nassau): 16 warbler species inc. Connecticut

2017-09-09 Thread Michael Zito
Thanks for reporting in a timely fashion, I'll get out my night vision goggles and see if any of those birds are still around. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 9, 2017, at 6:37 PM, GQ wrote: > > Very active in the preserve this morning from 8AM to 11 AM. especially around > the pond. 16 species

[nysbirds-l] HLSP Warning

2017-09-01 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, please be careful at Hempstead Lake State Park, Liz DiNapoli and myself came across a stray brown dog and park police pulled up letting us know the dog is very aggressive and possibly rabid. The dog took off with park police in pursuit, but it was not captured. This is the north side

[nysbirds-l] HLSP Warning

2017-09-01 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, please be careful at Hempstead Lake State Park, Liz DiNapoli and myself came across a stray brown dog and park police pulled up letting us know the dog is very aggressive and possibly rabid. The dog took off with park police in pursuit, but it was not captured. This is the north side

Re: [nysbirds-l] Brown Booby is deceased

2017-06-20 Thread Michael Zito
This was previously sent out by Patricia Lindsay for those who missed it: "The deceased Brown Booby from Nickerson Beach, Nassau Co. will become part of the Cornell Lab collection, with all permits in place." Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2017, at 4:26 PM, Gabriel Willow

Re: [nysbirds-l] Brown Booby is deceased

2017-06-20 Thread Michael Zito
This was previously sent out by Patricia Lindsay for those who missed it: "The deceased Brown Booby from Nickerson Beach, Nassau Co. will become part of the Cornell Lab collection, with all permits in place." Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2017, at 4:26 PM, Gabriel Willow wrote: >

[nysbirds-l] Jamaica Bay - Least Bittern YES

2017-06-08 Thread Michael Zito
The least bittern continues at JBay, heard with Arie Gilbert. Mike Z. 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] Jamaica Bay - Least Bittern YES

2017-06-08 Thread Michael Zito
The least bittern continues at JBay, heard with Arie Gilbert. Mike Z. 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

Re:[nysbirds-l] Nickerson Beach (addition)

2017-06-07 Thread Michael Zito
2 Bonapartes and perhaps 2 additional Roseates. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 7, 2017, at 7:41 AM, Michael Zito <michaelz...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Black tern and two Roseate terns currently on the beach. > Mike Z. > > Sent from my iPhone -- NY

Re:[nysbirds-l] Nickerson Beach (addition)

2017-06-07 Thread Michael Zito
2 Bonapartes and perhaps 2 additional Roseates. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 7, 2017, at 7:41 AM, Michael Zito wrote: > > Black tern and two Roseate terns currently on the beach. > Mike Z. > > Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/N

[nysbirds-l] Nickerson Beach

2017-06-07 Thread Michael Zito
Black tern and two Roseate terns currently on the beach. Mike Z. 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 ARCHIVES:

[nysbirds-l] Nickerson Beach

2017-06-07 Thread Michael Zito
Black tern and two Roseate terns currently on the beach. Mike Z. 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 ARCHIVES:

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2017-04-28 Thread Michael Zito
The following birds were observed today at Jones Beach by myself and Robert Taylor (along with others) Bobolink Rose-Breasted Grosbeak Prairie Warbler Yellow Warbler Blue-winged Warbler Yellow-rumped Warbler Palm Warbler Blue-headed Vireo Veery Savannah Sparrow Indigo bunting (2 males, 1 female)

Re: [nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose, Hendrickson Park, Valley Stream, Nassau - Yes

2017-03-30 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, Just wanted to give a positive report the bird is still there, red-headed woodpecker is also still there. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 30, 2017, at 8:53 AM, Tim Healy wrote: > > He's done it again, folks. Papa Healy just sent me photos of a Ross's Goose >

Re: [nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose, Hendrickson Park, Valley Stream, Nassau - Yes

2017-03-30 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, Just wanted to give a positive report the bird is still there, red-headed woodpecker is also still there. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 30, 2017, at 8:53 AM, Tim Healy wrote: > > He's done it again, folks. Papa Healy just sent me photos of a Ross's Goose > seen on the lake at

[nysbirds-l] Eared Grebe, Oak Beach - Yes

2017-03-21 Thread Michael Zito
Eared Grebe was seen by Gary S. and myself. It was hanging out with a horned grebe giving good views through the scope. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Eared Grebe, Oak Beach - Yes

2017-03-21 Thread Michael Zito
Eared Grebe was seen by Gary S. and myself. It was hanging out with a horned grebe giving good views through the scope. Mike Z. 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 - Pelham Bay Park, Bronx

2017-01-21 Thread Michael Zito
Ross's goose was present in the parking lot by Orchard Beach with a flock of Canada Geese. Mike Z. 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 - Pelham Bay Park, Bronx

2017-01-21 Thread Michael Zito
Ross's goose was present in the parking lot by Orchard Beach with a flock of Canada Geese. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

Re:[nysbirds-l] Thick-billed Murre - Pt. Lookout, Nassau County

2017-01-20 Thread Michael Zito
Bird moving west, just went around the jetty before the crane. They are doing construction so I didn't want to push it and move any closer. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2017, at 1:35 PM, Michael Zito <michaelz...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Currently between second and third

Re:[nysbirds-l] Thick-billed Murre - Pt. Lookout, Nassau County

2017-01-20 Thread Michael Zito
Bird moving west, just went around the jetty before the crane. They are doing construction so I didn't want to push it and move any closer. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2017, at 1:35 PM, Michael Zito wrote: > > Currently between second and third jetty. > Mike Z. > > S

[nysbirds-l] Thick-billed Murre - Pt. Lookout, Nassau County

2017-01-20 Thread Michael Zito
Currently between second and third jetty. Mike Z. 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 ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Thick-billed Murre - Pt. Lookout, Nassau County

2017-01-20 Thread Michael Zito
Currently between second and third jetty. Mike Z. 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 ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Townsend Solitaire - Yes

2017-01-09 Thread Michael Zito
Bird just seen at described location. Seen with Rob Taylor, Philly, and Lisa Pisani. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 9, 2017, at 8:33 AM, GLENN MULLEN wrote: > > Now at 1725 N Sea Dr Southold NY > Glenn Mullen > Bethpage NY > > T > Sent from my LG Escape2, an

[nysbirds-l] Townsend Solitaire - Yes

2017-01-09 Thread Michael Zito
Bird just seen at described location. Seen with Rob Taylor, Philly, and Lisa Pisani. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 9, 2017, at 8:33 AM, GLENN MULLEN wrote: > > Now at 1725 N Sea Dr Southold NY > Glenn Mullen > Bethpage NY > > T > Sent from my LG Escape2, an AT 4G LTE smartphone > --

Re: [nysbirds-l] Nyack Beach SP Trumpeter Swan Yes

2017-01-08 Thread Michael Zito
Swan here now. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 8, 2017, at 10:36 AM, Alan Wells wrote: > > 10:30am: Trumpeter Swan NOT sighted at Nyack Beach SP > > > Sent from my iPhone > > -- > > NYSbirds-L List Info: > http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm >

Re: [nysbirds-l] Nyack Beach SP Trumpeter Swan Yes

2017-01-08 Thread Michael Zito
Swan here now. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 8, 2017, at 10:36 AM, Alan Wells wrote: > > 10:30am: Trumpeter Swan NOT sighted at Nyack Beach SP > > > Sent from my iPhone > > -- > > NYSbirds-L List Info: > http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm >

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull continues - Nassau County - Cammanns Pond

2016-12-28 Thread Michael Zito
Currently viewing the bird from the parking lot Mike Z. 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 ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull continues - Nassau County - Cammanns Pond

2016-12-28 Thread Michael Zito
Currently viewing the bird from the parking lot Mike Z. 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 ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull - Cammann's Pond (Nassau County, Merrick, NY) - Yes

2016-12-26 Thread Michael Zito
The bird returned for those interested, visible from the parking lot. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull - Cammann's Pond (Nassau County, Merrick, NY) - Yes

2016-12-26 Thread Michael Zito
The bird returned for those interested, visible from the parking lot. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull - Cammann's Pond (Nassau County) - Yes

2016-12-24 Thread Michael Zito
Bird is still present. Seen at the edge of the water a little further down from the parking lot. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull - Cammann's Pond (Nassau County) - Yes

2016-12-24 Thread Michael Zito
Bird is still present. Seen at the edge of the water a little further down from the parking lot. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

Re:[nysbirds-l] Black-Headed Gull - Cammann's Pond

2016-12-23 Thread Michael Zito
The bird is still at the pond, it is on Merrick Road and Lindenmere Drive, in Merrick, NY by the Gap Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 23, 2016, at 11:04 AM, Michael Zito <michaelz...@gmail.com> wrote: > > There was a black-headed gull seen at the pond this AM. Bird was seen by &g

Re:[nysbirds-l] Black-Headed Gull - Cammann's Pond

2016-12-23 Thread Michael Zito
The bird is still at the pond, it is on Merrick Road and Lindenmere Drive, in Merrick, NY by the Gap Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 23, 2016, at 11:04 AM, Michael Zito wrote: > > There was a black-headed gull seen at the pond this AM. Bird was seen by > myself and

[nysbirds-l] Black-Headed Gull - Cammann's Pond

2016-12-23 Thread Michael Zito
There was a black-headed gull seen at the pond this AM. Bird was seen by myself and Lisa Pisani. It was originally spotted by Bob Schmitz on Monday, but I didn't know about it until today. Gulls are flying in and out. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Black-Headed Gull - Cammann's Pond

2016-12-23 Thread Michael Zito
There was a black-headed gull seen at the pond this AM. Bird was seen by myself and Lisa Pisani. It was originally spotted by Bob Schmitz on Monday, but I didn't know about it until today. Gulls are flying in and out. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses Report

2016-12-22 Thread Michael Zito
The two Ross's Geese continue at the circle by the water tower. Also spotted a Lapland Longspur in Field 5 with a group of Horned Larks and Snow Buntings. All birds seen with Robert Taylor. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses Report

2016-12-22 Thread Michael Zito
The two Ross's Geese continue at the circle by the water tower. Also spotted a Lapland Longspur in Field 5 with a group of Horned Larks and Snow Buntings. All birds seen with Robert Taylor. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] YB Chat - Trinity Church - Yes

2016-11-11 Thread Michael Zito
Currently watching the YB Chat at Trinity Church in Manhattan. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] YB Chat - Trinity Church - Yes

2016-11-11 Thread Michael Zito
Currently watching the YB Chat at Trinity Church in Manhattan. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach - Vesper Sparrow

2016-11-11 Thread Michael Zito
Vesper Sparrow at Jones Beach spotted by Rob Taylor and myself. I saw a few people at the beach so wanted to let you guys know. Unfortunately the bird went into the bushes because a car went by. We left the bird with two other birders as we had to leave, south side of median, by itself. Will

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach - Vesper Sparrow

2016-11-11 Thread Michael Zito
Vesper Sparrow at Jones Beach spotted by Rob Taylor and myself. I saw a few people at the beach so wanted to let you guys know. Unfortunately the bird went into the bushes because a car went by. We left the bird with two other birders as we had to leave, south side of median, by itself. Will

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach - Vesper Sparrow

2016-10-26 Thread Michael Zito
Spotted a vesper sparrow past the police station after the "thank you" sign. South side of the middle median. Hermit thrush was nearby the bird. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach - Vesper Sparrow

2016-10-26 Thread Michael Zito
Spotted a vesper sparrow past the police station after the "thank you" sign. South side of the middle median. Hermit thrush was nearby the bird. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Long Island Environmental Issues

2016-10-24 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, I hope it is OK to use the list to update fellow birders about some environmental issues that can affect us. 1. If anyone has any suggestions as to how the $125 million in federal disaster money can be used to restore Hempstead Lake State Park, please let me know. I am in direct

[nysbirds-l] Long Island Environmental Issues

2016-10-24 Thread Michael Zito
Hello, I hope it is OK to use the list to update fellow birders about some environmental issues that can affect us. 1. If anyone has any suggestions as to how the $125 million in federal disaster money can be used to restore Hempstead Lake State Park, please let me know. I am in direct

[nysbirds-l] Field Sparrows - Hempstead Plains

2016-10-23 Thread Michael Zito
Had a flock of at least 6 field sparrows at the Hempstead Plains by the bee hives. Didn't have more time to spend but it might be worth checking out for something else mixed in. If you do see something please let me know as I am in the area. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List

[nysbirds-l] Field Sparrows - Hempstead Plains

2016-10-23 Thread Michael Zito
Had a flock of at least 6 field sparrows at the Hempstead Plains by the bee hives. Didn't have more time to spend but it might be worth checking out for something else mixed in. If you do see something please let me know as I am in the area. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-10-15 Thread Michael Zito
A quick walk through Jones Beach turned up highlights of a field sparrow, northern parula, and a just seen winter wren I spotted by the men's bathroom facility. I was observing the bird with another birder when it took off under some cars. Trying to relocate. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone --

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-10-15 Thread Michael Zito
A quick walk through Jones Beach turned up highlights of a field sparrow, northern parula, and a just seen winter wren I spotted by the men's bathroom facility. I was observing the bird with another birder when it took off under some cars. Trying to relocate. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone --

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-10-14 Thread Michael Zito
This AM Robert Taylor and myself found 2 clay-colored sparrows, at least 2 field sparrows, and a juvenile white-crowned sparrow by the Coast Guard Station. Warblers included pine, palm, blackthroated-blue, northern parula, American redstart and blackpoll warbler. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-10-14 Thread Michael Zito
This AM Robert Taylor and myself found 2 clay-colored sparrows, at least 2 field sparrows, and a juvenile white-crowned sparrow by the Coast Guard Station. Warblers included pine, palm, blackthroated-blue, northern parula, American redstart and blackpoll warbler. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report - Flicker Migration

2016-09-27 Thread Michael Zito
Flickers are seemingly everywhere at Jones Beach, I just counted 10 in flight moving down the beach, and I reached 20 for my total count. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report - Flicker Migration

2016-09-27 Thread Michael Zito
Flickers are seemingly everywhere at Jones Beach, I just counted 10 in flight moving down the beach, and I reached 20 for my total count. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Philadelphia Vireo - HLSP - Yes

2016-09-17 Thread Michael Zito
The previously reported philly vireo was just seen with two red-eyed vireos and some other warblers on the western dirt path as you walk towards the dog walk. Seemed to be the only place in the park with some decent activity right now. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Philadelphia Vireo - HLSP - Yes

2016-09-17 Thread Michael Zito
The previously reported philly vireo was just seen with two red-eyed vireos and some other warblers on the western dirt path as you walk towards the dog walk. Seemed to be the only place in the park with some decent activity right now. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach West End Report

2016-08-26 Thread Michael Zito
Birded the Jones Beach ponds this AM with Rob Taylor, here are the highlights: Stilt Sandpiper (at least 5) Pectoral Sandpiper (at least 5) Western Sandpiper (2, thanks to John Gluth) White-rumped Sandpiper (multiple) Virginia Rail, got a great look at this guy who came out feet in front of us

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach West End Report

2016-08-26 Thread Michael Zito
Birded the Jones Beach ponds this AM with Rob Taylor, here are the highlights: Stilt Sandpiper (at least 5) Pectoral Sandpiper (at least 5) Western Sandpiper (2, thanks to John Gluth) White-rumped Sandpiper (multiple) Virginia Rail, got a great look at this guy who came out feet in front of us

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Ponds

2016-08-22 Thread Michael Zito
Birded the Jones Beach Ponds this AM with Rob Taylor. Ponds are still very active. Birds included: Virginia Rail adult with Juvenile Sora Pectoral Sandpipers (3 seen) Stilt Sandpiper White-Rumped Sandpiper Blue-Winged Teal Red Knots (several) Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Ponds

2016-08-22 Thread Michael Zito
Birded the Jones Beach Ponds this AM with Rob Taylor. Ponds are still very active. Birds included: Virginia Rail adult with Juvenile Sora Pectoral Sandpipers (3 seen) Stilt Sandpiper White-Rumped Sandpiper Blue-Winged Teal Red Knots (several) Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List

Re: [nysbirds-l] Whimbrel @ the Coast Guard Station Jones Beach

2016-06-28 Thread Michael Zito
For anyone thinking of trying for the whimbrel, a group of birders and myself saw it fly off towards the third Wantagh Bridge about 30 minutes ago. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 28, 2016, at 10:13 AM, Andrew Baksh wrote: > > I just received a phone call from

Re: [nysbirds-l] Whimbrel @ the Coast Guard Station Jones Beach

2016-06-28 Thread Michael Zito
For anyone thinking of trying for the whimbrel, a group of birders and myself saw it fly off towards the third Wantagh Bridge about 30 minutes ago. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 28, 2016, at 10:13 AM, Andrew Baksh wrote: > > I just received a phone call from Robert Proniewych who

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-05-26 Thread Michael Zito
Walked the fisherman's road with Rob Taylor by the Coast Guard Station, highlights included: Summer Tanager (spotted by Rob) Eastern Wood Pee-Wee Willow Flycatcher (multiple) Rose-Breasted Grosbeak (female) Red-eyed Vireo (multiple) Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-05-26 Thread Michael Zito
Walked the fisherman's road with Rob Taylor by the Coast Guard Station, highlights included: Summer Tanager (spotted by Rob) Eastern Wood Pee-Wee Willow Flycatcher (multiple) Rose-Breasted Grosbeak (female) Red-eyed Vireo (multiple) Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-05-25 Thread Michael Zito
Didn't spend a lot of time but there are plenty of blackpolls, magnolia, and American redstarts around. Also there are many red-eyed vireos and I saw a single willow flycatcher. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-05-25 Thread Michael Zito
Didn't spend a lot of time but there are plenty of blackpolls, magnolia, and American redstarts around. Also there are many red-eyed vireos and I saw a single willow flycatcher. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-05-16 Thread Michael Zito
I was unsuccessful at locating the Wilson's Phalarope early this morning at Captree Island. Tide and windy weather conditions did not help. I then moved onto Jones. Highlights of Jones Beach: Bay-Breasted Warbler (female) Blackburnian Warbler (female) Magnolia Warbler - multiple Prairie

Re:[nysbirds-l] Forest Park - Waterhole (cont)

2016-05-13 Thread Michael Zito
American Redstart (f) Rose Breasted Grosbeak (m) Blue-Headed Vireo Yellow-throated Vireo (heard) Kingbird Veey Black and White Warbler Magnolia Warbler Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On May 13, 2016, at 10:25 AM, Michael Zito <michaelz...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Birds so far: &

Re:[nysbirds-l] Forest Park - Waterhole (cont)

2016-05-13 Thread Michael Zito
American Redstart (f) Rose Breasted Grosbeak (m) Blue-Headed Vireo Yellow-throated Vireo (heard) Kingbird Veey Black and White Warbler Magnolia Warbler Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On May 13, 2016, at 10:25 AM, Michael Zito wrote: > > Birds so far: > Hooded warbler > Worm eat

[nysbirds-l] Forest Park - Waterhole

2016-05-13 Thread Michael Zito
Birds so far: Hooded warbler Worm eating Ovenbird Parula N waterthrush Scarlet Tanager (f) Wood thrush Black throated green Common yellowthroat Yellow rumped Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Forest Park - Waterhole

2016-05-13 Thread Michael Zito
Birds so far: Hooded warbler Worm eating Ovenbird Parula N waterthrush Scarlet Tanager (f) Wood thrush Black throated green Common yellowthroat Yellow rumped Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

Re: [nysbirds-l] Bobolinks Stilwell Park (Nassau)

2016-05-12 Thread Michael Zito
Black-billed cuckoo heard vocalizing, caught a fleeting glimpse of it before a robin scared it away. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On May 12, 2016, at 8:17 AM, d Futuyma wrote: > > Mike Zito and I found 2 males and 1 female along the northern edge of the > large field on

Re: [nysbirds-l] Bobolinks Stilwell Park (Nassau)

2016-05-12 Thread Michael Zito
Black-billed cuckoo heard vocalizing, caught a fleeting glimpse of it before a robin scared it away. Mike Z. Sent from my iPhone > On May 12, 2016, at 8:17 AM, d Futuyma wrote: > > Mike Zito and I found 2 males and 1 female along the northern edge of the > large field on Stilwell Woods Park

Re:[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report (cont.)

2016-05-11 Thread Michael Zito
In the same location: Magnolia Common Yellowthroat (heard, multiple) Eastern Towhee Eastern Phoebe Eastern Wood-Pewee Mike Z Sent from my iPhone > On May 11, 2016, at 8:10 AM, Michael Zito wrote: > > So far this AM on the fisherman's road by the coast guard station there ha

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-05-11 Thread Michael Zito
So far this AM on the fisherman's road by the coast guard station there has been the following birds: Black throated blue Worm eating Northern parula Yellow Yellow rumped Rose breasted grosbeak (female) Baltimore Oriole Not exactly hopping, but not bad either. Birds were kind of high up, not

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Report

2016-05-11 Thread Michael Zito
So far this AM on the fisherman's road by the coast guard station there has been the following birds: Black throated blue Worm eating Northern parula Yellow Yellow rumped Rose breasted grosbeak (female) Baltimore Oriole Not exactly hopping, but not bad either. Birds were kind of high up, not

[nysbirds-l] Raven flyover - Valley Stream State Park

2016-04-28 Thread Michael Zito
This morning before heading to HLSP, I did a quick walk through of Valley Stream. A single Raven flew over carrying sticks in its beak. It was being harassed by two crows. With all the Raven sightings going on in this area, I wonder if this is indicative of a pair trying to nest. Mike Z.

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