[nysbirds-l] Large numbers of Shearwaters off Montauk

The prevailing east winds have pushed a lot of shearwaters (thousands) up against the eastern tip of Long Island and into Block Island Sound. Easily visible at Montauk Inlet just beyond the jetties. Predominantly Cory's but also Great, Sooty and one or two Manx. Birds still present today,

[nysbirds-l] Large numbers of Shearwaters off Montauk

The prevailing east winds have pushed a lot of shearwaters (thousands) up against the eastern tip of Long Island and into Block Island Sound. Easily visible at Montauk Inlet just beyond the jetties. Predominantly Cory's but also Great, Sooty and one or two Manx. Birds still present today,