On a walk along the Cayuga Trail at S Monkey Run this morning I
encountered a Hermit/Swainson's Thrush in the heavy privet between the
parking area at the end of Monkey Run Rd and the iron bridge. It was
giving the "churt" call that I associate with Hermit Thrush. It had
the bold white breast spots of both Hermit and Swainson's. However,
the throat was buffy as was the complete eye ring. The bird took off
across the creek before I could get a look at the tail, back, or flanks.
I have had Hermit Thrush in that vicinity in winters past and, given
the lesser likelihood that a Swainson's would linger here, I am going
to call it Hermit for now. Hopefully someone else will have a chance
to see it and pick up more detail.
Chris and Jessy: this is your back yard. Have you encountered a
similar bird this week?
Bob McGuire
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