My weekend started on Saturday with leading the Great South Bay Audubon's
trip to Jamaica Bay. Two Blackpoll Warblers were the only migrant songbirds
that were seen/heard. Shorebirds were very much evident with 3 White-rumped
Sandpipers being the highlight (2 at Bench 12, and 1 at Bench 7). Some
waterfowl are still remaining; many Ruddys are still on the West Pond, along
with two Greater Scaup and two female Red-brested Mergansers. An immature Snow
Goose continues in the area; it flew by on the bayside at bench 7, continuing
out of sight. While still on the topic of lingering waterfowl, 3 Common Eiders
were seen at Shinnecock Inlet on Sunday afternoon. In addition, anyone
visiting Jamaica Bay should watch for an unusual rail. We saw this bird
crossing the main trail at bench 12; those who saw it well speculated with its
idenification due to its interesting plumage (ie., bright orange breast,
contrasting jet black flanks, and richly colored upperparts).
On Sunday, Sterling Forest had many of the usual breeding species including
Golden-winged, Cerulean, Hooded, and Worm-eating Warblers, as well as
Yellow-throated Vireo. An Acadian Flycatcher was also seen and heard along the
main entrance road into the state park.
On Monday, the Black-necked Stilts were not seen at Sebonac Inlet early in
the morning. In addition, thanks to a fellow birder and his generosity, we
were able to observe the Summer Tanager in Easthampton.
Good birding,
Michael McBrien
East Patchogue
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