[nysbirds-l] RFI: Mottled Duck

2022-05-14 Thread Richard Guthrie
Has anyone been by Ketchum’s Creek, Suffolk County, to check up on the previously reported Mottled Duck lately? Any info, positive or negative results? Rich Guthrie -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Mottled Duck

2022-05-14 Thread Richard Guthrie
Has anyone been by Ketchum’s Creek, Suffolk County, to check up on the previously reported Mottled Duck lately? Any info, positive or negative results? Rich Guthrie -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] RFI : White Pelican feeding?

2020-09-06 Thread Richard Guthrie
Has anyone observed the Ashokan Am. White Pelican feeding? Observed any success? I’m sure it has been, but most (all?) reports suggest that it’s been loafing on that gravel bar. Rich Guthrie NewBaltimore The Greene County New York Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] RFI : White Pelican feeding?

2020-09-06 Thread Richard Guthrie
Has anyone observed the Ashokan Am. White Pelican feeding? Observed any success? I’m sure it has been, but most (all?) reports suggest that it’s been loafing on that gravel bar. Rich Guthrie NewBaltimore The Greene County New York Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Sage Thrasher

2019-06-01 Thread Paul R Sweet
I’m at the spot now. Several others have tried with no luck. Paul Sweet | Department of Ornithology | American Museum of Natural History | Central Park West @ 79th St | NY 10024 | Tel 212 769 5780 | Mob 718 757 5941 > On Jun 1, 2019, at 11:20 AM, Richard Guthrie > wrote: > > > Any updates

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Sage Thrasher

2019-06-01 Thread Paul R Sweet
I’m at the spot now. Several others have tried with no luck. Paul Sweet | Department of Ornithology | American Museum of Natural History | Central Park West @ 79th St | NY 10024 | Tel 212 769 5780 | Mob 718 757 5941 > On Jun 1, 2019, at 11:20 AM, Richard Guthrie > wrote: > > > Any updates

[nysbirds-l] RFI Sage Thrasher

2019-06-01 Thread Richard Guthrie
Any updates on the Fire Island Sage Thrasher? Rich 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] RFI Sage Thrasher

2019-06-01 Thread Richard Guthrie
Any updates on the Fire Island Sage Thrasher? Rich 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] RFI: Places close to Nickerson Beach

2018-06-11 Thread Robert Lewis
I'm thinking of combining a trip to Nickerson with another area fairly close by, presumably on the south shore.  Would any spot at Jones Beach be productive now?  How about farther east (not too far). Bob Lewis Sleepy Hollow NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Places close to Nickerson Beach

2018-06-11 Thread Robert Lewis
I'm thinking of combining a trip to Nickerson with another area fairly close by, presumably on the south shore.  Would any spot at Jones Beach be productive now?  How about farther east (not too far). Bob Lewis Sleepy Hollow NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

Re:[nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Nick Bonomo
Thanks to all who responded publicly and privately to my earlier request. Made it down there mid-afternoon, and there were no issues with any law enforcement whatsoever. Legal parking is very, very close to where the bird is hanging out, as previously described, so there is no need to park along

Re:[nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Nick Bonomo
Thanks to all who responded publicly and privately to my earlier request. Made it down there mid-afternoon, and there were no issues with any law enforcement whatsoever. Legal parking is very, very close to where the bird is hanging out, as previously described, so there is no need to park along

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Jim Cook
I drove down today at 2pm. Some folks had really nice lenses and undoubtedly captured some great shots. For a quick glimpse, I shot with my iPod Touch through my Leica Televid Scope. https://www.instagram.com/p/BbP3eUtBIEs/?taken-by=jimcookphoto On Wed, Nov 8, 2017 at 12:06 PM, Steven

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Jim Cook
I drove down today at 2pm. Some folks had really nice lenses and undoubtedly captured some great shots. For a quick glimpse, I shot with my iPod Touch through my Leica Televid Scope. https://www.instagram.com/p/BbP3eUtBIEs/?taken-by=jimcookphoto On Wed, Nov 8, 2017 at 12:06 PM, Steven

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Steven Schellenger
It is illegal to park, walk or stand on any part of the parkway. That being said many people are doing just that to see the bird. The police only come by every so often and clear out the people and the cars. If this bird continues in the area police presence may increase. Steve S. On Wed, Nov 8,

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Steven Schellenger
It is illegal to park, walk or stand on any part of the parkway. That being said many people are doing just that to see the bird. The police only come by every so often and clear out the people and the cars. If this bird continues in the area police presence may increase. Steve S. On Wed, Nov 8,

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Paul R Sweet
When I was there this morning state troopers were moving birders from the median. Just so everyone understands the situation, there is a 2 lane highway with cars moving very quickly between the median and the crake. Paul Sweet | Department of Ornithology | American Museum of Natural History |

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Paul R Sweet
When I was there this morning state troopers were moving birders from the median. Just so everyone understands the situation, there is a 2 lane highway with cars moving very quickly between the median and the crake. Paul Sweet | Department of Ornithology | American Museum of Natural History |

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Carena Pooth
Have been here for40 min. Birders are enjoying great looks at the bird from the median. Carena Pooth > On Nov 8, 2017, at 11:13 AM, Nick Bonomo wrote: > > Hi all, > > Just wanted to clarify something based on words of caution posted here and on > other listservs. > >

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Carena Pooth
Have been here for40 min. Birders are enjoying great looks at the bird from the median. Carena Pooth > On Nov 8, 2017, at 11:13 AM, Nick Bonomo wrote: > > Hi all, > > Just wanted to clarify something based on words of caution posted here and on > other listservs. > > Though cops are

[nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Nick Bonomo
Hi all, Just wanted to clarify something based on words of caution posted here and on other listservs. Though cops are clearing parked cars from the highway, are birders allowed to stand nearby to observe the bird? I’m considering an attempt today but wouldn’t bother if my only shot is a

[nysbirds-l] RFI Corn Crake situation

2017-11-08 Thread Nick Bonomo
Hi all, Just wanted to clarify something based on words of caution posted here and on other listservs. Though cops are clearing parked cars from the highway, are birders allowed to stand nearby to observe the bird? I’m considering an attempt today but wouldn’t bother if my only shot is a

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - Gray Partridge status in NYS

2017-10-04 Thread Gerald Smith
Cape Vincent population is extirpated try Malone area Gerry Smith Birds rise above it all > On Oct 4, 2017, at 18:31, Richard Guthrie wrote: > > One of the last strongholds for Gray Partridge was the Cape Vincent > Peninsular which has many square miles of suitable

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - Gray Partridge status in NYS

2017-10-04 Thread Gerald Smith
Cape Vincent population is extirpated try Malone area Gerry Smith Birds rise above it all > On Oct 4, 2017, at 18:31, Richard Guthrie wrote: > > One of the last strongholds for Gray Partridge was the Cape Vincent > Peninsular which has many square miles of suitable habitat. Given that this >

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - Gray Partridge status in NYS

2017-10-04 Thread Richard Guthrie
One of the last strongholds for Gray Partridge was the Cape Vincent Peninsular which has many square miles of suitable habitat. Given that this is a small bird which has been difficult to find even in known locations, I for one hold out hope that there may be a covey or two hunkered down along

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - Gray Partridge status in NYS

2017-10-04 Thread Richard Guthrie
One of the last strongholds for Gray Partridge was the Cape Vincent Peninsular which has many square miles of suitable habitat. Given that this is a small bird which has been difficult to find even in known locations, I for one hold out hope that there may be a covey or two hunkered down along

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - Gray Partridge status in NYS

2017-10-04 Thread Anthony Collerton
Probably, and I think Chris Wood has the last one near Perch River in 2012. I have spent many days not finding them since. On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 12:53 PM, Arie Gilbert wrote: > Does anybody know: > > q1: Has Gray Partridge been extirpated from NYS? > > q2: when was

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - Gray Partridge status in NYS

2017-10-04 Thread Anthony Collerton
Probably, and I think Chris Wood has the last one near Perch River in 2012. I have spent many days not finding them since. On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 12:53 PM, Arie Gilbert wrote: > Does anybody know: > > q1: Has Gray Partridge been extirpated from NYS? > > q2: when was the last sighting? > > >

[nysbirds-l] RFI - Gray Partridge status in NYS

2017-10-04 Thread Arie Gilbert
Does anybody know: q1: Has Gray Partridge been extirpated from NYS? q2: when was the last sighting? Thanks Arie Gilbert North Babylon NY --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. http://www.avg.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] RFI - Gray Partridge status in NYS

2017-10-04 Thread Arie Gilbert
Does anybody know: q1: Has Gray Partridge been extirpated from NYS? q2: when was the last sighting? Thanks Arie Gilbert North Babylon NY --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. http://www.avg.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Gray Kingbird/ No sightings

2016-05-06 Thread Andy Guthrie
Sean & all - there is a positive report from noon today: Conesus Lake Inlet parking lot at Sliker Hill and West Swamp Rds. Trail to right, viewed at noon, in snags from second black culvert pipe after wooden pier. David Suggs Good luck! Cheers, Andy Guthrie Hamlin, NY On Fri, May 6, 2016 at

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Gray Kingbird/ No sightings

2016-05-06 Thread Andy Guthrie
Sean & all - there is a positive report from noon today: Conesus Lake Inlet parking lot at Sliker Hill and West Swamp Rds. Trail to right, viewed at noon, in snags from second black culvert pipe after wooden pier. David Suggs Good luck! Cheers, Andy Guthrie Hamlin, NY On Fri, May 6, 2016 at

[nysbirds-l] RFI Gray Kingbird/ No sightings

2016-05-06 Thread Sean Sime
As we approach the first weekend since the arrival of the Conesus Marsh Gray Kingbird on May 2nd I'm sure many people are waiting eagerly to hear a positive or negative report from today. The bird was reported throughout the day yesterday. Acknowledging the many different platforms bird reports

[nysbirds-l] RFI Gray Kingbird/ No sightings

2016-05-06 Thread Sean Sime
As we approach the first weekend since the arrival of the Conesus Marsh Gray Kingbird on May 2nd I'm sure many people are waiting eagerly to hear a positive or negative report from today. The bird was reported throughout the day yesterday. Acknowledging the many different platforms bird reports

[nysbirds-l] RFI re an old LI record of Barnacle Goose and juvenile hybrid Barnacle x Canada/Cackling Goose

2016-02-08 Thread Shaibal Mitra
On 27 Dec 2003, Pat Lindsay and I observed an adult Barnacle Goose and a hybrid juvenile Barnacle Goose x Canada/Cackling Goose at what we used to call the "Grumman Pond"--the pond on the north side of Grumman Blvd, near the entrance. This is in central Suffolk County, LI. I can't find a

[nysbirds-l] RFI re an old LI record of Barnacle Goose and juvenile hybrid Barnacle x Canada/Cackling Goose

2016-02-08 Thread Shaibal Mitra
On 27 Dec 2003, Pat Lindsay and I observed an adult Barnacle Goose and a hybrid juvenile Barnacle Goose x Canada/Cackling Goose at what we used to call the "Grumman Pond"--the pond on the north side of Grumman Blvd, near the entrance. This is in central Suffolk County, LI. I can't find a

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - Avon Lake, Amityville

2016-01-09 Thread Ben Cacace
Mike, Here's the location of Avon Lake, Amityville on eBird's Hotspot Explorer: http://ebird.org/ebird/hotspots?hs=L3265581=all= If you wish to merge your personal location with an existing hotspot here are the steps: — Sign into eBird.org — Go to "My eBird" & select "Manage My Locations" in

[nysbirds-l] RFI

2016-01-09 Thread Michael Higgiston
Where is Avon Lake? It's not identified on my Hagstroms. Thanks. 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] RFI

2016-01-09 Thread Michael Higgiston
Where is Avon Lake? It's not identified on my Hagstroms. Thanks. 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)

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - Avon Lake, Amityville

2016-01-09 Thread Ben Cacace
Mike, Here's the location of Avon Lake, Amityville on eBird's Hotspot Explorer: http://ebird.org/ebird/hotspots?hs=L3265581=all= If you wish to merge your personal location with an existing hotspot here are the steps: — Sign into eBird.org — Go to "My eBird" & select "Manage My Locations" in

RE: [nysbirds-l] RFI Cassins Kingbird in FB field

2015-01-07 Thread Joe Jannsen
...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-118680836-10871...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of matt klein Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2015 1:16 PM To: Arie Gilbert Cc: nysbIRDS-L Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Cassins Kingbird in FB field I was there from about 11:30 to 12:15 and didn't see him. Did have some tree

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Cassins Kingbird in FB field

2015-01-07 Thread matt klein
I was there from about 11:30 to 12:15 and didn't see him. Did have some tree sparrows but otherwise nothing of note in the gardens. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 7, 2015, at 1:14 PM, Arie Gilbert wrote: > > any updated sighting info on the Cassin's Kingbird at Floyd Bennett Field > would be

[nysbirds-l] RFI Cassins Kingbird in FB field

2015-01-07 Thread Arie Gilbert
any updated sighting info on the Cassin's Kingbird at Floyd Bennett Field would be appreciated Arie Gilbert North Babylon, NY - Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2015.0.5577 / Virus Database: 4257/8885 - Release Date: 01/07/15 -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

RE: [nysbirds-l] RFI Cassins Kingbird in FB field

2015-01-07 Thread Joe Jannsen
...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-118680836-10871...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of matt klein Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2015 1:16 PM To: Arie Gilbert Cc: nysbIRDS-L Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Cassins Kingbird in FB field I was there from about 11:30 to 12:15 and didn't see him. Did have some tree

[nysbirds-l] RFI Cassins Kingbird in FB field

2015-01-07 Thread Arie Gilbert
any updated sighting info on the Cassin's Kingbird at Floyd Bennett Field would be appreciated Arie Gilbert North Babylon, NY - Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2015.0.5577 / Virus Database: 4257/8885 - Release Date: 01/07/15 -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Cassins Kingbird in FB field

2015-01-07 Thread matt klein
I was there from about 11:30 to 12:15 and didn't see him. Did have some tree sparrows but otherwise nothing of note in the gardens. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 7, 2015, at 1:14 PM, Arie Gilbert ariegilb...@optonline.net wrote: any updated sighting info on the Cassin's Kingbird at Floyd

[nysbirds-l] RFI Cassin's Kingbird

2014-12-26 Thread Shawn Billerman
Hi all, I know the Cassin's Kingbird at Floyd Bennet is old news now, especially given the surprising appearance of the Couch's Kingbird in Manhattan, but I would very much appreciate continued updates on the presence (or absence) of the Cassin's Kingbird that has been hanging around the

[nysbirds-l] RFI Cassin's Kingbird

2014-12-26 Thread Shawn Billerman
Hi all, I know the Cassin's Kingbird at Floyd Bennet is old news now, especially given the surprising appearance of the Couch's Kingbird in Manhattan, but I would very much appreciate continued updates on the presence (or absence) of the Cassin's Kingbird that has been hanging around the

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Red-headed Woodpeckers Bronx

2013-10-22 Thread Carena Pooth
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 7:31 AM Subject: [nysbirds-l] RFI Red-headed Woodpeckers Bronx Planning to head up to the Bronx after my morning meetings and try for the Red-headed Woodpeckers. Any positive or negative reports before then are welcome. I plan to head up around 130pm.  Thanks

[nysbirds-l] RFI Red-headed Woodpeckers Bronx

2013-10-22 Thread Mike Shanley
Planning to head up to the Bronx after my morning meetings and try for the Red-headed Woodpeckers. Any positive or negative reports before then are welcome. I plan to head up around 130pm.  Thanks!  -Mike Shanley  -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Red-headed Woodpeckers Bronx

2013-10-22 Thread Carena Pooth
To: NYSBIRDS-L-for posts NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 7:31 AM Subject: [nysbirds-l] RFI Red-headed Woodpeckers Bronx Planning to head up to the Bronx after my morning meetings and try for the Red-headed Woodpeckers. Any positive or negative reports before then are welcome. I

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Bicknell's trips/monitoring

2013-05-05 Thread David
Hello, I'm wondering if anyone has information on upcoming trips to Slide Mountain or other Catskill sites for Bicknell's Thrush or if any groups need monitoring assistance on a day or weekend in June. Respond privately off-list if you prefer. Thanks very much. Good birding! Dave Jordet

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Bicknell's trips/monitoring

2013-05-05 Thread David
Hello, I'm wondering if anyone has information on upcoming trips to Slide Mountain or other Catskill sites for Bicknell's Thrush or if any groups need monitoring assistance on a day or weekend in June. Respond privately off-list if you prefer. Thanks very much. Good birding! Dave Jordet

[nysbirds-l] RFI - birding Jones BEach and Nickerson Beach

2013-04-30 Thread alan walther
Greetings all I plan to look for birds on Long Island the week of May 13th, starting on the North Fork, between Orient and Riverhead , and ending up towards the western end of the island. (not in one day!) I am wondering how the birding might be compared for Jones Beach and Nickerson County

[nysbirds-l] RFI - birding Jones BEach and Nickerson Beach

2013-04-30 Thread alan walther
Greetings all I plan to look for birds on Long Island the week of May 13th, starting on the North Fork, between Orient and Riverhead , and ending up towards the western end of the island. (not in one day!) I am wondering how the birding might be compared for Jones Beach and Nickerson County

[nysbirds-l] RFI Barnacle Goose of Babylon area

2013-01-03 Thread Arie Gilbert
To any birders who frequent Belmont Lake stpk, ST Charles Cemetary and environs, Derek Rogers and I have been searching for the Barnacle Goose that has been around up until recently. Both of us were able to relocate Greater White-fronted [ St Charles cemetary as viewed from Wellwood ave ]

[nysbirds-l] RFI Barnacle Goose of Babylon area

2013-01-03 Thread Arie Gilbert
To any birders who frequent Belmont Lake stpk, ST Charles Cemetary and environs, Derek Rogers and I have been searching for the Barnacle Goose that has been around up until recently. Both of us were able to relocate Greater White-fronted [ St Charles cemetary as viewed from Wellwood ave ]

[nysbirds-l] RFI Pacific Loon on Moriches Bay (Long Island)

2012-12-14 Thread Robert Lewis
Any recent information, positive or negative? Bob LewisSleepy Hollow NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Van Cordlandt Park Barnacle Goose

2012-12-14 Thread gjm2044
-Original Message- From: Ardith Bondi To: NYSBIRDS ; eBirdsnyc Sent: Thu, Dec 13, 2012 12:45 pm Subject: [nysbirds-l] RFI Van Cordlandt Park Barnacle Goose I received an email from some Ohio birders who would like to drive in this Saturday to see the Van Cortlandt Park Barnacle Goose

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI Van Cordlandt Park Barnacle Goose

2012-12-14 Thread gjm2044
-Original Message- From: Ardith Bondi ard...@earthlink.net To: NYSBIRDS NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu; eBirdsnyc ebirds...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, Dec 13, 2012 12:45 pm Subject: [nysbirds-l] RFI Van Cordlandt Park Barnacle Goose I received an email from some Ohio birders who would like to drive

[nysbirds-l] RFI Pacific Loon on Moriches Bay (Long Island)

2012-12-14 Thread Robert Lewis
Any recent information, positive or negative? Bob LewisSleepy Hollow NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] RFI Van Cordlandt Park Barnacle Goose

2012-12-13 Thread Ardith Bondi
I received an email from some Ohio birders who would like to drive in this Saturday to see the Van Cortlandt Park Barnacle Goose if it is still there. If you see it, could you please post it to this list, and I will forward them the info. Thanks loads, Ardith Bondi -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] RFI Van Cordlandt Park Barnacle Goose

2012-12-13 Thread Ardith Bondi
I received an email from some Ohio birders who would like to drive in this Saturday to see the Van Cortlandt Park Barnacle Goose if it is still there. If you see it, could you please post it to this list, and I will forward them the info. Thanks loads, Ardith Bondi -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Niagara River birding

2012-11-16 Thread Thomas Schlack
Fellow Subscribers, I'm new to the list as of yesterday.. In 10 days, I'll be leaving home and spending 4 days in Niagara Falls, ON. I've birded the Canadian side before but never the US side. Would it be worthwhile for me to also spend time on the New York side of the river? Additionally

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Niagara River birding

2012-11-16 Thread Thomas Schlack
Fellow Subscribers, I'm new to the list as of yesterday.. In 10 days, I'll be leaving home and spending 4 days in Niagara Falls, ON. I've birded the Canadian side before but never the US side. Would it be worthwhile for me to also spend time on the New York side of the river? Additionally

[nysbirds-l] RFI Carolina Wren Vocalizations

2012-10-13 Thread David Jordet
Hello, Recently, I participated in bird walks with well-known Eastern birders. On these walks, the leaders cited the 'fact' that only female Carolina Wrens make the 'comb' call. I have never heard this observation before so I began checking all the references I could find in my home library

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI: Riverhead Unusual Sandpiper

2012-09-06 Thread Aaron Virgin
A few others have shown interest about this sighting offline, so here are some more details. *First, by no means am I calling this a Spoon-billed Sandpiper*. When initially compared to other sandpipers in the vicinity (notably a single White-rumped and two Baird's), the size (smaller than both

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Riverhead Unusual Sandpiper

2012-09-06 Thread Peter Scully
Can anyone provide a little more information on this bird?  Description of the "odd bill shape"?   Grass-piper habitat seems an odd fit for Spoon-billed, no? Thanks!   Peter   --- On Thu, 9/6/12, Aaron Virgin wrote: From: Aaron Virgin Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers,

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Riverhead Unusual Sandpiper

2012-09-06 Thread Peter Scully
Can anyone provide a little more information on this bird?  Description of the odd bill shape?   Grass-piper habitat seems an odd fit for Spoon-billed, no? Thanks!   Peter   --- On Thu, 9/6/12, Aaron Virgin eastendbir...@gmail.com wrote: From: Aaron Virgin eastendbir...@gmail.com Subject:

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI: Riverhead Unusual Sandpiper

2012-09-06 Thread Aaron Virgin
A few others have shown interest about this sighting offline, so here are some more details. *First, by no means am I calling this a Spoon-billed Sandpiper*. When initially compared to other sandpipers in the vicinity (notably a single White-rumped and two Baird's), the size (smaller than both

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - NYC-area birds, mid-August?

2012-07-29 Thread Elizabeth D Poole
have frequently been removed.] -Original Message- From: Daniel B. Estabrooks To: nysbirds-l Sent: Sun, Jul 29, 2012 3:18 pm Subject: [nysbirds-l] RFI - NYC-area birds, mid-August? Hello! My wife and I will be traveling through the northeast (coming from Tennessee) this August

[nysbirds-l] RFI - NYC-area birds, mid-August?

2012-07-29 Thread Daniel B. Estabrooks
Hello! My wife and I will be traveling through the northeast (coming from Tennessee) this August and will be staying August 9-10 in Nyack and August 11-12 in Elizabeth, NJ. I'm hoping to pick up a few new life birds while we're up there, depending on how much free time I have. Based on the

[nysbirds-l] RFI - NYC-area birds, mid-August?

2012-07-29 Thread Daniel B. Estabrooks
Hello! My wife and I will be traveling through the northeast (coming from Tennessee) this August and will be staying August 9-10 in Nyack and August 11-12 in Elizabeth, NJ. I'm hoping to pick up a few new life birds while we're up there, depending on how much free time I have. Based on the

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI - NYC-area birds, mid-August?

2012-07-29 Thread Elizabeth D Poole
have frequently been removed.] -Original Message- From: Daniel B. Estabrooks db...@mtmail.mtsu.edu To: nysbirds-l nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Sent: Sun, Jul 29, 2012 3:18 pm Subject: [nysbirds-l] RFI - NYC-area birds, mid-August? Hello! My wife and I will be traveling through the northeast

[nysbirds-l] RFI - Barnacle Goose

2012-02-07 Thread fresha2411
Does anybody know if the Barnacle Goose is still being seen in Eastport? If it's not, I'd still like to know of any recent sightings of it. Thanks -Doug Gochfeld -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] RFI - Barnacle Goose

2012-02-07 Thread fresha2411
Does anybody know if the Barnacle Goose is still being seen in Eastport? If it's not, I'd still like to know of any recent sightings of it. Thanks -Doug Gochfeld -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] RFI Grace's reports

2012-01-06 Thread jwdjw...@msn.com
Reports from today regarding the Grace's Warbler would be appreciated. Thanks. Jeff and Amy Davis Connected by DROID on Verizon Wireless -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] RFI Grace's reports

2012-01-06 Thread jwdjw...@msn.com
Reports from today regarding the Grace's Warbler would be appreciated. Thanks. Jeff and Amy Davis Connected by DROID on Verizon Wireless -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Lenoir Preserve open or not? Selasphorous hummer update

2011-11-25 Thread John Gluth
An update on the status of Lenoir Preserve (open or closed) and the selasphorus hummer seen there recently would be much appreciated. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Lenoir Preserve open or not? Selasphorous hummer update

2011-11-25 Thread John Gluth
An update on the status of Lenoir Preserve (open or closed) and the selasphorus hummer seen there recently would be much appreciated. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] RFI: Smith Point N. Shrike and Setauket B-h Gull

2011-11-18 Thread jgluth
Any sightings of either bird since Monday?Please reply offline. Thanks.John Gluth -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] RFI on Upland Sandpiper/ Robert Moses

2011-05-27 Thread Eileen Schwinn
Any sighting of the RMSP bird today? Location? Eileen Schwinn 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] RFI on Upland Sandpiper/ Robert Moses

2011-05-27 Thread Eileen Schwinn
Any sighting of the RMSP bird today? Location? Eileen Schwinn 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)

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI- Varied Thrush

2010-12-04 Thread Felipe Pimentel
The Varied Thrush was seen during the morning (9AM-12PM) in the same area where it has been during past days. Around noon, there were several hawks flying or perching next to the bathroom area, where the Varied Thrush has been frequently seen. All the birds that had been feeding in that area

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI- Varied Thrush

2010-12-04 Thread Jack Meyer
: Jeffery Davis To: NYSB Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 6:02 PM Subject: [nysbirds-l] RFI- Varied Thrush I know the Hermit Warbler stole the spotlight but can anyone report positive or negative on the Varied Thrush for today? Thanks. regards, jeff Downingtown, PA Checkout

Re: [nysbirds-l] RFI- Varied Thrush

2010-12-04 Thread Felipe Pimentel
The Varied Thrush was seen during the morning (9AM-12PM) in the same area where it has been during past days. Around noon, there were several hawks flying or perching next to the bathroom area, where the Varied Thrush has been frequently seen. All the birds that had been feeding in that area

[nysbirds-l] RFI Bicknell's and Spruce Grouse

2010-06-25 Thread Jeffery Davis
My wife Amy and I are planning a trip to search for some boreal species, especially Spruce Grouse and Bicknell's for this weekend and next week. We are planning to visit Whiteface memorial Highway and Adirondacks points and I was hoping for some help. Are there any consistent places for Spruce

Re:[nysbirds-l] RFI, Mew Gull (Brooklyn)

2010-01-04 Thread Robert Lewis
I'm surprised no one has responded. I'll report what I know. I searched for the gull on Saturday morning. The wind and cold were brutal. I was there from around 8:30 to 12:00. No luck. I went at that time because I read last week that the bird seemed to show up before high tide. The best

Re:[nysbirds-l] RFI, Mew Gull (Brooklyn)

2010-01-04 Thread Robert Lewis
I'm surprised no one has responded. I'll report what I know. I searched for the gull on Saturday morning. The wind and cold were brutal. I was there from around 8:30 to 12:00. No luck. I went at that time because I read last week that the bird seemed to show up before high tide. The best

[nysbirds-l] RFI Swallow-tailed Kite @ Wallkill

2009-09-02 Thread Arie Gilbert
I want to attempt sighting of the Swallow-tailed Kite that has been at Wallkill, tomorrow. Did anyone on the see it yesterday? {tuesday} - Please reply either to the list or me directly. If anyone sees it today, would they kindly update the list or PM me? Thanks in advance, Arie Gilbert

[nysbirds-l] RFI Swallow-tailed Kite @ Wallkill

2009-09-02 Thread Arie Gilbert
I want to attempt sighting of the Swallow-tailed Kite that has been at Wallkill, tomorrow. Did anyone on the see it yesterday? {tuesday} - Please reply either to the list or me directly. If anyone sees it today, would they kindly update the list or PM me? Thanks in advance, Arie Gilbert

[nysbirds-l] RFI: January TB Murre from Hempstead Lake SP

2009-08-06 Thread Scott Haber
If anyone knows who salvaged the Thick-billed Murre that was found dead on the ice at Hempstead Lake SP back on January 10th of this year, or if you are that person, can you please contact me at: scotthab...@gmail.com? Thanks, Scott Haber -- Scott Andrew Haber Department of Ornithology,