[nysbirds-l] Mountain Bluebird

2011-12-27 Thread Tim Dunn
Bluebird still being seen hopping on tops of snow fence 300 yards east of intersection with Hulse Landing Road as of 2:45pm Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Common Raven at Southard's

2012-04-15 Thread Tim Dunn
here. A female Hairy Woodpecker was seen, along with some very territorial Red-Bellies. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Long Island birds

2012-05-02 Thread Tim Dunn
saw a total of 3 parakeets there over the weekend. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Cattle Egret No

2012-05-17 Thread Tim Dunn
The cattle egret found by Bob Grover and reported by Ken Thompson at Argyle Lake in Babylon was not present as of 7:25pm. Many dogs were present and quite a few people were out walking around the lake, which may have sent it to a quieter location. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my

[nysbirds-l] Ravens in Babylon

2012-08-02 Thread Tim Dunn
) that their repeated local appearances certainly give rise to that probability. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] FW: Gilgo, Suffolk Co. Gyrfalcon

2013-02-24 Thread Tim Dunn
at the end of the section. Additionally, I'm of the impression that a falconer violating these provisions would also be breaking federal law, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] Brooklyn Varied Thrush follow-up

2013-03-09 Thread Tim Dunn
Any updates on the prospect park varied thrush - positive or negative - would be appreciated. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach West End

2013-04-04 Thread Tim Dunn
around most of the area. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon 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) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] Lesser Scaup pair in Babylon

2013-06-17 Thread Tim Dunn
This morning I observed a pair of Lesser Scaup - male and female - in the Sumpwams Canal, seen from Shore Road just south of Suffolk Marine in Babylon. Notable primarily due to the time of year, as I don't recall ever seeing this species on Long Island in mid-June. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon

[nysbirds-l] Ravens in Babylon

2013-11-18 Thread Tim Dunn
. Wedged tail, shaggy appearance and large beaks well seen, first ones I've seen in Babylon this year after seeing several here last year. Also 1st winter wren of the season heard yesterday in Southards Pond area a couple hundred yards in from the Park Avenue basketball courts. Thanks, Tim

Re: [nysbirds-l] are Snowy Owls really primarily diurnal hunters??

2013-12-03 Thread Tim Dunn
and stressed for food, and thus active in daylight. Healthy birds are mainly nocturnal, like other owls. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone On Dec 3, 2013, at 11:01 AM, Ardith Bondi ard...@earthlink.net wrote: A number of guides I have read indicate that Snowy Owls are primarily

[nysbirds-l] Ravens in Babylon

2013-12-04 Thread Tim Dunn
A pair of ravens flew east this morning over the trail leading between Southards Pond and Belmont Lake in North Babylon, just north of the horse stable. Birds were vocalizing back and forth while flying. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] Birder saves fisherman

2013-12-08 Thread Tim Dunn
of the person in the water, especially since we were quickly losing valuable daylight to search for the fisherman, said Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Brent Walsh in a statement. The Coast Guard said an investigation was underway. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List

[nysbirds-l] Gyrfalcon

2013-12-12 Thread Tim Dunn
marsh, but returns to platform. Thanks, Tim Dunn 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) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] Montauk and Shinnecock Inlet

2013-12-29 Thread Tim Dunn
majority being Black. At Montauk Harbor, a young/darker Snowy Owl was present. Curiously, one male and one female Ring-necked Pheasant were freshly road killed about 100 yards apart from each other on East Lake Drive by Little Reed Pond. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone

[nysbirds-l] Dune Road/Shinnecock Inlet

2014-01-05 Thread Tim Dunn
Lane, a Snowy Owl flew in along the edge of the marsh and had a brief interaction with a probable Clapper Rail. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose

2014-01-16 Thread Tim Dunn
Pink footed goose found by Arie Gilbert in field east of Roanoke Ave in Riverhead was present with flock of Canada's until 4:05pm, when it flew towards the south with two Canada's. Birds are flying out now. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach CG Sta.

2014-01-29 Thread Tim Dunn
. 1 hunting Merlin and 1 perched Sharpie were seen from Wantagh Pkwy just north of the tower on the way out of the park. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler

2014-04-23 Thread Tim Dunn
. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY 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) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l

[nysbirds-l] Fire Island

2014-07-24 Thread Tim Dunn
was the only other sighting of note. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY 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) http

[nysbirds-l] Sunken Forest

2014-07-24 Thread Tim Dunn
and another flock of 9 (all or almost all adult birds) were seen on the beach in that area, negating my earlier post about not even a sanderling being present on the beach this week. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Royal Tern

2014-07-26 Thread Tim Dunn
One westbound royal tern seen this afternoon at Ocean Beach, Fire Island. Continuous stream of westbound adult common terns seen throughout the afternoon. Two sanderlings were the only shorebirds seen this afternoon. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach

2014-10-10 Thread Tim Dunn
David Attenborough documentary moments. Nothing terribly rare, but an inspiring hour of birding. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Mew Gull

2015-01-22 Thread Tim Dunn
Currently being seen on top of ledge of toys r us building at previously identified parking lot. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Couch's Kingbird

2015-01-05 Thread Tim Dunn
Bird is at Jane and Washington now. Thanks, Tim Dunn 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) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] East End and Geese including Ross's

2015-01-10 Thread Tim Dunn
our view. Two harriers were seen, including one very pale gray ghost that gave good views. Two short-eared owls and a late harrier put on a good show at EPCAL as sunset approached. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle and Snow Geese

2015-01-08 Thread Tim Dunn
Continuing Barnacle Goose and one Snow Goose are now at Colonial Springs with the Canada flock. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose

2015-01-06 Thread Tim Dunn
The roving Barnacle Goose left Belmont Lake and is now with a flock of Canada's on Colonial Springs Golf Course, across Wellwood Avenue from St Charles Cemetery. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] S. 1081 - feral cat issues

2015-06-24 Thread Tim Dunn
Francisco: (518) 455-3511 Secretary of the Senate Majority Conference Martin Golden: (518) 455-2730 Assistant Majority Leader Kemp Hannon: (518) 455-2200 Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Great Shearwater carcass

2015-07-04 Thread Tim Dunn
up. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY 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) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l

[nysbirds-l] Trap neuter release bill vetoed

2015-10-27 Thread Tim Dunn
and endangered species, habitats, and food sources for native predators. I am therefore constrained to veto this bill.” Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

Re: [nysbirds-l] PABU continues in Prospect Park Brooklyn @3:36

2015-12-02 Thread Tim Dunn
Here is the NY Times article - maybe only accessed from a smart phone though. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/03/nyregion/painted-bunting-bird-making-rare-brooklyn-visit-adds-color-to-a-dreary-day.html?smprod=nytcore-iphone=nytcore-iphone-share Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone

[nysbirds-l] Seatuck Birding Challenge

2017-08-07 Thread Tim Dunn
://www.seatuck.org/index.php/2017-birding-challenge Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http

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

2017-11-30 Thread Tim Dunn
I just had the Hammond’s FC at 4:00pm about 40 yards east of the holly, up the slight hill and right off the paved path. However, I’m still here and bird flew out of view, further east within the ramble. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 30, 2017, at 2:46 PM, Anders Pelto

Re: [nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 3221] Snowy Owl, No

2017-12-04 Thread Tim Dunn
away from.) While stepping around goose droppings and occasionally having to hit the brakes to allow a goose flock to cross the street is an inconvenience, I don’t think it has nearly the adverse effect on the local environment that the swans have had in my part of Long Island. Thanks, Tim

Re: [nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 3221] Snowy Owl, No

2017-12-04 Thread Tim Dunn
to be some control of populations in certain places like Argyle Lake. Argyle still holds the occasional birding surprise, but native waterfowl numbers seem clearly to be down due to the proliferation of swans there. Hardly any waterfowl breed there now, besides the swans. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon

Re: [nysbirds-l] Presumed Hybrid Shorebird at Jamaica Bay

2018-08-28 Thread Tim Dunn
I can’t believe I spotted another one of these emails. Is this going to continue until it is snowy outside. At least another little stint of nonsense. Maybe greater, maybe lesser. Definitely not common to see such humor on this list serve, but I’ve got to get back to work. I’m very tied up at

[nysbirds-l] Seatuck Birding Challenge

2019-08-02 Thread Tim Dunn
Island wildlife and habitat, so it’s all for a good cause. Click on this link for more information https://www.seatuck.org/index.php/seatuck-birding-challenge Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http

Re: [nysbirds-l] Cuomo vetoes bird-friendly buildings bill

2019-11-21 Thread Tim Dunn
You’re right. Maybe a pared down version and some trimming of the “problem” provisions could get something passed though. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 21, 2019, at 7:56 PM, TURNER wrote: > >  problematic my ass. > >> On November 21, 2019 at 3:09 PM C

Re: [nysbirds-l] Presumed Hybrid Shorebird at Jamaica Bay

2018-08-28 Thread Tim Dunn
I can’t believe I spotted another one of these emails. Is this going to continue until it is snowy outside. At least another little stint of nonsense. Maybe greater, maybe lesser. Definitely not common to see such humor on this list serve, but I’ve got to get back to work. I’m very tied up at

[nysbirds-l] Seatuck Birding Challenge

2019-08-02 Thread Tim Dunn
Island wildlife and habitat, so it’s all for a good cause. Click on this link for more information https://www.seatuck.org/index.php/seatuck-birding-challenge Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http

Re: [nysbirds-l] Cuomo vetoes bird-friendly buildings bill

2019-11-21 Thread Tim Dunn
You’re right. Maybe a pared down version and some trimming of the “problem” provisions could get something passed though. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 21, 2019, at 7:56 PM, TURNER wrote: > >  problematic my ass. > >> On November 21, 2019 at 3:09 PM C

[nysbirds-l] Seatuck Birding Challenge

2017-08-07 Thread Tim Dunn
://www.seatuck.org/index.php/2017-birding-challenge Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http

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

2017-11-30 Thread Tim Dunn
I just had the Hammond’s FC at 4:00pm about 40 yards east of the holly, up the slight hill and right off the paved path. However, I’m still here and bird flew out of view, further east within the ramble. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 30, 2017, at 2:46 PM, Anders Pelto

Re: [nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 3221] Snowy Owl, No

2017-12-04 Thread Tim Dunn
away from.) While stepping around goose droppings and occasionally having to hit the brakes to allow a goose flock to cross the street is an inconvenience, I don’t think it has nearly the adverse effect on the local environment that the swans have had in my part of Long Island. Thanks, Tim

Re: [nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 3221] Snowy Owl, No

2017-12-04 Thread Tim Dunn
to be some control of populations in certain places like Argyle Lake. Argyle still holds the occasional birding surprise, but native waterfowl numbers seem clearly to be down due to the proliferation of swans there. Hardly any waterfowl breed there now, besides the swans. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon

[nysbirds-l] Hooded Crow

2011-07-08 Thread Tim Dunn
just before exit 32/Rt 110. It was the typical pet store variety, with a green body and yellow head. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Gray headed Gull - yes

2011-07-30 Thread Tim Dunn
The gray headed gull is currently being seen on the beach by the Wonder Wheel at Coney Island. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Sooty Tern at Jones Beach

2011-08-28 Thread Tim Dunn
One Sooty Tern seen on shoulder of westbound Ocean Parkway just after Jones Beach state park entry sign as one heads west. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Northern Shrike

2011-12-20 Thread Tim Dunn
on a snag. Safe to say the bird is still around, but moving about this area quite a bit. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Mountain Bluebird

2011-12-27 Thread Tim Dunn
Bluebird still being seen hopping on tops of snow fence 300 yards east of intersection with Hulse Landing Road as of 2:45pm Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Raven in Babylon

2012-03-16 Thread Tim Dunn
minutes and flew southwest with crows in chase. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY 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] Common Raven at Southard's

2012-04-15 Thread Tim Dunn
here. A female Hairy Woodpecker was seen, along with some very territorial Red-Bellies. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Long Island birds

2012-05-02 Thread Tim Dunn
saw a total of 3 parakeets there over the weekend. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Cattle Egret No

2012-05-17 Thread Tim Dunn
The cattle egret found by Bob Grover and reported by Ken Thompson at Argyle Lake in Babylon was not present as of 7:25pm. Many dogs were present and quite a few people were out walking around the lake, which may have sent it to a quieter location. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my

[nysbirds-l] Ravens in Babylon

2012-08-02 Thread Tim Dunn
) that their repeated local appearances certainly give rise to that probability. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] FW: Gilgo, Suffolk Co. Gyrfalcon

2013-02-24 Thread Tim Dunn
at the end of the section. Additionally, I'm of the impression that a falconer violating these provisions would also be breaking federal law, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] Brooklyn Varied Thrush follow-up

2013-03-09 Thread Tim Dunn
Any updates on the prospect park varied thrush - positive or negative - would be appreciated. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach West End

2013-04-04 Thread Tim Dunn
around most of the area. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon 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) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] Lesser Scaup pair in Babylon

2013-06-17 Thread Tim Dunn
This morning I observed a pair of Lesser Scaup - male and female - in the Sumpwams Canal, seen from Shore Road just south of Suffolk Marine in Babylon. Notable primarily due to the time of year, as I don't recall ever seeing this species on Long Island in mid-June. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon

[nysbirds-l] Ravens in Babylon

2013-11-18 Thread Tim Dunn
. Wedged tail, shaggy appearance and large beaks well seen, first ones I've seen in Babylon this year after seeing several here last year. Also 1st winter wren of the season heard yesterday in Southards Pond area a couple hundred yards in from the Park Avenue basketball courts. Thanks, Tim

Re: [nysbirds-l] are Snowy Owls really primarily diurnal hunters??

2013-12-03 Thread Tim Dunn
often starved and stressed for food, and thus active in daylight. Healthy birds are mainly nocturnal, like other owls." Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 3, 2013, at 11:01 AM, Ardith Bondi wrote: > > A number of guides I have read indicate that Snowy Owls ar

[nysbirds-l] Ravens in Babylon

2013-12-04 Thread Tim Dunn
A pair of ravens flew east this morning over the trail leading between Southards Pond and Belmont Lake in North Babylon, just north of the horse stable. Birds were vocalizing back and forth while flying. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] Birder saves fisherman

2013-12-08 Thread Tim Dunn
pond to the location of the person in the water, especially since we were quickly losing valuable daylight to search for the fisherman," said Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Brent Walsh in a statement. The Coast Guard said an investigation was underway." Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent

[nysbirds-l] Gyrfalcon

2013-12-12 Thread Tim Dunn
marsh, but returns to platform. Thanks, Tim Dunn 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) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] Montauk and Shinnecock Inlet

2013-12-29 Thread Tim Dunn
majority being Black. At Montauk Harbor, a young/darker Snowy Owl was present. Curiously, one male and one female Ring-necked Pheasant were freshly road killed about 100 yards apart from each other on East Lake Drive by Little Reed Pond. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone

[nysbirds-l] Dune Road/Shinnecock Inlet

2014-01-05 Thread Tim Dunn
Lane, a Snowy Owl flew in along the edge of the marsh and had a brief interaction with a probable Clapper Rail. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose

2014-01-16 Thread Tim Dunn
Pink footed goose found by Arie Gilbert in field east of Roanoke Ave in Riverhead was present with flock of Canada's until 4:05pm, when it flew towards the south with two Canada's. Birds are flying out now. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Widgeon

2014-01-25 Thread Tim Dunn
One male Eurasian Widgeon seen at Santapoque Creek in West Babylon, on the island right off Montauk Highway. Also a couple of American Widgeon and about 20 Green-winged Teal, with other expected species. The bay is frozen over so no ducks were present off Venetian Shores. Thanks, Tim Dunn

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach CG Sta.

2014-01-29 Thread Tim Dunn
. 1 hunting Merlin and 1 perched Sharpie were seen from Wantagh Pkwy just north of the tower on the way out of the park. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler

2014-04-23 Thread Tim Dunn
the windy conditions. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY 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) http://www.mail-archive.com/

[nysbirds-l] Fire Island

2014-07-24 Thread Tim Dunn
was the only other sighting of note. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY 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) http

[nysbirds-l] Sunken Forest

2014-07-24 Thread Tim Dunn
and another flock of 9 (all or almost all adult birds) were seen on the beach in that area, negating my earlier post about not even a sanderling being present on the beach this week. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Royal Tern

2014-07-26 Thread Tim Dunn
One westbound royal tern seen this afternoon at Ocean Beach, Fire Island. Continuous stream of westbound adult common terns seen throughout the afternoon. Two sanderlings were the only shorebirds seen this afternoon. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach

2014-10-10 Thread Tim Dunn
David Attenborough documentary moments. Nothing terribly rare, but an inspiring hour of birding. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Cassins Kingbird

2014-11-29 Thread Tim Dunn
Cassins Kingbird presently being seen at Floyd Bennett near picnic tables. Thanks, Tim Dunn Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Couch's Kingbird

2015-01-05 Thread Tim Dunn
Bird is at Jane and Washington now. Thanks, Tim Dunn 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) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose

2015-01-06 Thread Tim Dunn
The roving Barnacle Goose left Belmont Lake and is now with a flock of Canada's on Colonial Springs Golf Course, across Wellwood Avenue from St Charles Cemetery. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle and Snow Geese

2015-01-08 Thread Tim Dunn
Continuing Barnacle Goose and one Snow Goose are now at Colonial Springs with the Canada flock. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] East End and Geese including Ross's

2015-01-10 Thread Tim Dunn
have kept it from our view. Two harriers were seen, including one very pale gray ghost that gave good views. Two short-eared owls and a late harrier put on a good show at EPCAL as sunset approached. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastB

[nysbirds-l] Mew Gull

2015-01-22 Thread Tim Dunn
Currently being seen on top of ledge of toys r us building at previously identified parking lot. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] S. 1081 - feral cat issues

2015-06-24 Thread Tim Dunn
ce John De Francisco: (518) 455-3511 Secretary of the Senate Majority Conference Martin Golden: (518) 455-2730 Assistant Majority Leader Kemp Hannon: (518) 455-2200 Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWE

[nysbirds-l] Great Shearwater carcass

2015-07-04 Thread Tim Dunn
up. Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY 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) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l

[nysbirds-l] Trap neuter release bill vetoed

2015-10-27 Thread Tim Dunn
and endangered species, habitats, and food sources for native predators. I am therefore constrained to veto this bill.” Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

Re: [nysbirds-l] PABU continues in Prospect Park Brooklyn @3:36

2015-12-02 Thread Tim Dunn
Here is the NY Times article - maybe only accessed from a smart phone though. http://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/03/nyregion/painted-bunting-bird-making-rare-brooklyn-visit-adds-color-to-a-dreary-day.html?smprod=nytcore-iphone=nytcore-iphone-share Thanks, Tim Dunn Babylon NY Sent from my iPhone