[nysbirds-l] Origins of Barnacle Geese in NYS - a challenging and changing topic

[Angus Wilson]

Gabriel Willow has touched on an annual puzzle for those who worry
about such things, namely the question of provenance: is it a natural
vagrant or a wandering escape? This of course should not detract from
the enjoyment of seeing and reporting these attractive birds, which I
encourage everyone to do, hence the separate subject line.

For waterfowl like Barnacle Goose, there is no simple answer because
it is clear both scenarios apply and often one has to make a judgement
call on which seems most likely. Clearly wild Barnacles _ DO _ make it
to New York. This is reflected in the acceptance of the majority of
recent reports submitted for review, a treatment shared by several
neighboring states. There are several factors that go into this. First
there is a well-defined seasonal pattern of occurrence in the
Northeast, consistent with birds coming down the west (rather than
east) coast of the North Atlantic from their summer nesting grounds in
the high-arctic, second there has been a steady growth in wild
populations due to increased protection on both breeding and wintering
grounds and third, the impact of climate change on the ecology of the
high arctic. These correlates are bolstered by a handful of band
recoveries (compelling evidence), including photographed in the Bronx
in late November 2010 that had originally been banded in Scotland
(NYSARC 2010-82-A/C).

So far, so good. The fly in the ointment, however, is that Barnacles
are also quite popular with waterfowl collectors; they are a very
handsome species and undemanding in terms of upkeep. Regrettably, not
all collectors mark their birds appropriately hence it is sometimes
difficult to tell whether a bird is an escape (or even a deliberate
release). A quick search of the internet will turn up birds for sale
in NY State or nearby. Examples of free flying ex-captive Barnacles,
including one or two family groups, are known and have been shown to
range widely. Sometimes it is known where they come from, other times
it is not. For instance in 2009 a Barnacle Goose was discovered on the
Olcott Piers (Niagara Co.) in late September - already goose migration
season in western NY - and turned out to be banded. Bill Watson
managed to read the band and discovered (presumably to his dismay)
that it was an escape from a private aviary in Delevan, New York,
about 60 miles south of Olcott (see NYSARC 2009-60-A). Drat! Along
similar lines, Barnacles are sometimes found in the northeast during
the summer. These cases are less clear cut but are more suggestive of
escapes perhaps than of natural vagrants. Wild Barnacle Geese
generally have a strong migratory urge and should be further north at
this time of year. One recent example of a summer bird is an unbanded
individual that found in Alexandria Bay, Jefferson Co in July 2011
(NYSARC 2011-97-A).

This is a fascinating topic and for those wishing to delve deeper I
would recommend reading the discussions that accompany reports
submitted to NYSARC published in the Committee's annual reports. A
good place to start is with the 2010 birds, including the individual
mentioned above that was banded as a wild bird in Scotland:
http://www.nybirds.org/NYSARC/Reports/NYSARC2010.html

>From there one might want to read the Barnacle Goose entry in the 2006
Annual Report, which marked a significant switch in NYSARC's thinking
based on the mounting evidence for natural occurrence:
http://www.nybirds.org/NYSARC/Reports/NYSARC2006.html

A full compendium of documented sightings received by NYSARC, with
links to the relevant Annual Reports reports is here:
http://www.nybirds.org/NYSARC/HistData/BRNG.htm

Providing reports on _ ALL _ Barnacle Goose sightings to eBird and
NYSARC regardless of season, adds to the dataset and helps inform our
collective decisions.

Cheers, Angus Wilson
Chair, New York State Avian Records Committee (NYSARC)
New York State Ornithological Association (NYSOA)

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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose late report

[Rob Jett]

For anyone venturing into Prospect Park tomorrow in search of the Barnacle 
Goose, the following late day report came in from John Ascher:

"The Barnacle Goose was by the Rustic Shelter with 18 [Canada Goose] at 5:50 
but at 6:05 the flock flew towards [Brooklyn Botanic Garden] and then turned 
around and left park over Greenwood Ave headed in direction of [Green-Wood 
Cemetery]".

If it isn't found near Prospect Lake in the morning, I would recommend checking 
out Green-Wood Cemetery, especially the small lake "Sylvan Water". Free maps 
are available at the main entrance.

Good birding,

Rob

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[nysbirds-l] big coastal flight near/over NY, NY

[Andrew Farnsworth]

Good evening all,
For those in the greater metropolitan New York area, there is a substantial
movement of birds (and bats and insects) occurring this evening. The
distribution of the movement is rather limited, geographically speaking,
given the proximity of high pressure to the NE and a stalled front to the
SE, but many birds are aloft. Flight calling is happening in the overcast
and artificially lit sky - numerous White-throated and Savannah Sparrows,
Hermit Thrush, 2-3 Gray-cheeked Thrushes, and a number of other species.
It's also possible to see birds against the clouds around uplit buildings
(as well as bats and more than a few moths and a mantid) - Northern
Flicker, numerous small and medium sized passerines, a cuckoo.

Good birding,
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[nysbirds-l] Crows on the prowl

[Barbara S Glanz]

Two crows drew the attention of several neighbors around 7:00 am this morning 
in Bayport; they were seemingly signaling, loudly and proudly, that they had 
successfully torn apart our neighbor's feathered "vulture" from her Halloween 
yard display. An ugly scene of black feathers and styrofoam remained.
Barbara Glanz
Bayport LI, NY 

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[nysbirds-l] Prospect Park Barnacle Goose 10/24/12 Brooklyn

[Alexander Wilson]

A BARNACLE GOOSE was on the Lake in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park today.  
It was first seen with a group of Canada Geese along the Peninsula  
shore at about 10:30 am, not long after a rain shower let up. Being  
without a field guide, and unexperienced with the species, I gave a  
description to Doug Gochfeld by phone, and he said it sounded good.  
Later observed on land, it showed no bands or missing toes; I believe  
that recent analysis of vagrant goose occurrence patterns suggests  
that most are probably legitimate wild birds. According to subsequent  
postings the bird was still present to this evening. A few pictures  
are posted at:

http://www.digitalmediatree.com/arboretum/barnacle/

Other birds of note in Prospect included two VESPER SPARROWS among  
continued good numbers of sparrows, continued PINE SISKINS, and a  
NASHVILLE WARBLER.

Good birding,
Alex Wilson
Brooklyn

Prospect Park, Kings, US-NY
Oct 24, 2012
64 species (+1 other taxa)

Barnacle Goose  1 (On Lake by Peninsula shore with 20 CAGO at  
10:30 am after rain shower. Then the flock swam across the lake to  
feed on shore near Three Sisters Islands where seen later. Like Brant  
with white face, but stockier, with shorter, thick neck. Crisp black  
and white with barring on wings/back creating silvery effect. Small,  
triangular black bill, with black extending around eyes. Blackish  
legs and feet; no bands, hallux intact. Photographed.)
Canada Goose  100
Mute Swan  4
Wood Duck  3
American Black Duck  2
Mallard  80
American Black Duck x Mallard (hybrid)  2
Northern Shoveler  25
Ruddy Duck  20
Pied-billed Grebe  2
Double-crested Cormorant  2
Great Blue Heron  1
Red-tailed Hawk  1
American Coot  6
Ring-billed Gull  5
Herring Gull  20
Rock Pigeon  30
Mourning Dove  15
Belted Kingfisher  1
Red-bellied Woodpecker  4
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker  2
Downy Woodpecker  5
Hairy Woodpecker  3
Northern Flicker  20
American Kestrel  1
Merlin  1
Peregrine Falcon  1
Eastern Phoebe  5
Blue-headed Vireo  1
Blue Jay  30
American Crow  2
Black-capped Chickadee  5
Tufted Titmouse  8
Red-breasted Nuthatch  1
White-breasted Nuthatch  3
Brown Creeper  1
Carolina Wren  4
Golden-crowned Kinglet  15
Ruby-crowned Kinglet  15
Hermit Thrush  45 (Abundant; on lawns as well as wooded areas.)
American Robin  75
Gray Catbird  3
Northern Mockingbird  1
European Starling  150
Nashville Warbler  1 (Breeze Hill. Probably male with fairly  
bright yellow underneath and into throat; blue-gray hood with  
complete eye ring; small and flighty with fine bill.)
Palm Warbler  15
Yellow-rumped Warbler  50
Eastern Towhee  5
Chipping Sparrow  50
Vesper Sparrow  2 (Breeze Hill in am; Long Meadow ball fields in  
pm.)
Savannah Sparrow  3
Song Sparrow  15
Swamp Sparrow  8
White-throated Sparrow  100
White-crowned Sparrow  2
Dark-eyed Junco  60
Northern Cardinal  15
Red-winged Blackbird  50
Common Grackle  200 (A few blackbird flocks early and after rain;  
mostly grackles.)
Brown-headed Cowbird  15
Purple Finch  1
House Finch  4
Pine Siskin  25 (Flyby flock from Breeze Hill; a few on Lookout.)
American Goldfinch  40
House Sparrow  15
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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose latest Prospect Lake (Kings)

[ProsBird]

 
 


A text  from Dennis Hrehowsik 521 pm reports the Barnacle Goose still 
present along the west  shore of Prospect Lake.  One should have a good chance 
seeing this bird  anywhere in the western sector of the lake, hanging out with 
the Canada Goose  flock

Thanks to Janet Zinn, here are photos you can  view on  her facebook 
gallery for this first time appearance of this goose species in  Prospect Park. 

_http://www.facebook.com/Janet.Zinn.Photography_ 
(http://www.facebook.com/Janet.Zinn.Photography) 
 
Peter  
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[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park 10/24

[Ed Gaillard]

A short stroll in the gloom around 2pm showed me nothing but pigeons,
sparrows (White-Throated and House), and a couple of catbirds, until I
reached the northeast corner of the plaza in front of the library.
There I was greeted by an Ovenbird strolling unconcernedly around and
under the tables where people were eating lunch.  Then it decided that
the best route to its next destination was right through my legs.
Never seen one act like that before. Quite charming.

A couple of Ruby-Crowned Kinglets were in the trees there, and a pair
of Yellow-Bellied Sapsuckers showed up after a few minutes.

Ed Gaillard
Manhattan

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Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

[Matthew Wills]

The bird is band-less. It was on shore this afternoon, and numerous photos of its legs taken by photographers present.-Original Message-
From: Gabriel Willow 
Sent: Oct 24, 2012 3:11 PM
To: Shane Blodgett 
Cc: NYSBIRDS-L 
Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

I am currently looking at the Barnacle Goose as well, it's sort of by itself near some Canada Geese by the boat moored in the Lake. Looks like a nice crisp adult bird.I assume some discussion of its provenance will ensue... Does anyone know how many waterfowl collections there are around the northeast? It seems possible to me, given that migratory populations of Canada Geese are moving through right now, that a Barnacle Goose from Greenland could've met up with a flock and wandered this way. I guess we should look for bands if it hops out of the water to graze... I assume most captive waterfowl would be banded?Also saw a few Shoveler & Ruddy Duck on the Lake, and a Field Sparrow and very late Veery on the nearby lawn of the Peninsula, and I'm hearing Siskins calling right now.Oh and yesterday in Central Park, spotted an American Tree Sparrow and 4 Field Sparrows with a flock of Chippies up on the grassy area by 103rd st on the West Side... Now I just need a Clay-colored for a Spizella collection!Good birding indeed,Gabriel WillowOn Oct 24, 2012, at 1:55 PM, Shane Blodgett  wrote:The Barnacle Goose-yes it is-is currently on Prospect Lake near 3 Sisters Islands with ~50 Canadas.Shane B.On Oct 24, 2012, at 12:26 PM, Rob Jett  wrote:I received a report that Alex Wilson has found a Barnacle Goose in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. The bird is on Prospect Lake. The closest entrance to the lake by car is Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbuilt Street.Good birding,Rob
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Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

[Elizabeth D Poole]

 The Barnacle Goose was still present in a flock of about 20 Canada Geese in 
the vicinity of West Island up until about 4:00 PM. At exactly 4:02 PM the 
entire flock took off slowly, turned over the Vanderbilt Playground and headed 
in the direction of Greenwood Cemetery.

Bob Gochfeld

 

 

-Original Message-
From: Shane Blodgett 
To: NYSBIRDS-L 
Sent: Wed, Oct 24, 2012 2:52 pm
Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park


The Barnacle Goose-yes it is-is currently on Prospect Lake near 3 Sisters 
Islands with ~50 Canadas.


Shane B.

On Oct 24, 2012, at 12:26 PM, Rob Jett  wrote:



I received a report that Alex Wilson has found a Barnacle Goose in Brooklyn's 
Prospect Park. The bird is on Prospect Lake. The closest entrance to the lake 
by car is Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbuilt Street.


Good birding,


Rob




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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose Prospect Park

[Matthew Wills]

Last reported on the west side of the Lake, near the Park Circle entrance (F 
train Ft Hamilton station is closest).

Here's a picture from around noon: 
http://matthewwills.com/2012/10/24/barnacle-goose-prospect-lake/

Matthew
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Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

[Gabriel Willow]

I am currently looking at the Barnacle Goose as well, it's sort of by itself 
near some Canada Geese by the boat moored in the Lake. 

Looks like a nice crisp adult bird.

I assume some discussion of its provenance will ensue... Does anyone know how 
many waterfowl collections there are around the northeast? It seems possible to 
me, given that migratory populations of Canada Geese are moving through right 
now, that a Barnacle Goose from Greenland could've met up with a flock and 
wandered this way. 

I guess we should look for bands if it hops out of the water to graze... I 
assume most captive waterfowl would be banded?

Also saw a few Shoveler & Ruddy Duck on the Lake, and a Field Sparrow and very 
late Veery on the nearby lawn of the Peninsula, and I'm hearing Siskins calling 
right now.

Oh and yesterday in Central Park, spotted an American Tree Sparrow and 4 Field 
Sparrows with a flock of Chippies up on the grassy area by 103rd st on the West 
Side... Now I just need a Clay-colored for a Spizella collection!

Good birding indeed,

Gabriel Willow

On Oct 24, 2012, at 1:55 PM, Shane Blodgett  wrote:

> The Barnacle Goose-yes it is-is currently on Prospect Lake near 3 Sisters 
> Islands with ~50 Canadas.
> 
> Shane B.
> 
> On Oct 24, 2012, at 12:26 PM, Rob Jett  wrote:
> 
>> I received a report that Alex Wilson has found a Barnacle Goose in 
>> Brooklyn's Prospect Park. The bird is on Prospect Lake. The closest entrance 
>> to the lake by car is Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbuilt Street.
>> 
>> Good birding,
>> 
>> Rob
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Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

[Shane Blodgett]

The Barnacle Goose-yes it is-is currently on Prospect Lake near 3 Sisters 
Islands with ~50 Canadas.

Shane B.

On Oct 24, 2012, at 12:26 PM, Rob Jett  wrote:

> I received a report that Alex Wilson has found a Barnacle Goose in Brooklyn's 
> Prospect Park. The bird is on Prospect Lake. The closest entrance to the lake 
> by car is Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbuilt Street.
> 
> Good birding,
> 
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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose follow-up

[Rob Jett]

The Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park was still present as of 1pm. It was feeding 
with a flock of Canada Geese on the grass opposite the Peristyle, about 50 
yards south of the shore behind Three Sisters Island. This is the area of the 
park nearest the Parade Grounds. Here are the coordinates:

40°39'13.57"N
73°58'1.54"W

The closest place to park is along Parkside Avenue, near Parade Place. The 
closest mass transit is the Parkside Avenue stop on the "Q" train.

Good birding,

Rob

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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

[Rob Jett]

I received a report that Alex Wilson has found a Barnacle Goose in Brooklyn's 
Prospect Park. The bird is on Prospect Lake. The closest entrance to the lake 
by car is Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbuilt Street.

Good birding,

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[nysbirds-l] Possible Barnacle Goose on Prospect Park Lake...

[Andrew Baksh]

Shane Blodgett reported that Alex Wilson was observing a possible Barnacle
Goose on Prospect Park Lake in Brooklyn NY.  I forwarded Shane's post 23
minutes ago from EbirdNYC, but it has not yet shown up on the NYSlist
serve, so I am trying to send this as a direct e-mail to see if this
works.  My apologies if you see a duplicate message from me if and when the
forwarded e-mail arrives.

Good luck if you go.

Andrew Baksh
Queens, NY
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[nysbirds-l] Fwd: [ebirdsnyc] Possible Barnacle Goose Brooklyn

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See e-mail below from Shane Blodgett.

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[nysbirds-l] Possible Barnacle Goose Brooklyn

[Shane Blodgett]

Alex Wilson is currently looking at what he thinks is a Barnacle Goose on 
Prospect Park Lake in Brooklyn, Kings County. His description sounds good and 
he has taken photos.

It is currently hanging out with some Canada's in the center of the lake.

Good luck if you go,
Shane Blodgett
Brooklyn NY


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[nysbirds-l] eBird data and Kingbird Regional Reports

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Perry and I have agreed to take over.  eBird records for a season number 
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[nysbirds-l] Union Square Park

[Debbie Becker]

Union Square Park on 14th Street in Manhattan. 8:30am-9am

Highlights include a very cooperative Lincoln's Sparrow pecking on a chicken 
bone by Gandhi Statue. 

Lincoln's Sparrow
Swamp sparrow
Field sparrow
White throated sparrow
Song sparrow
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hope it well help in reducing the large number of records to a managable 
summary.

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[nysbirds-l] Possible Barnacle Goose Brooklyn

[Shane Blodgett]

Alex Wilson is currently looking at what he thinks is a Barnacle Goose on 
Prospect Park Lake in Brooklyn, Kings County. His description sounds good and 
he has taken photos.

It is currently hanging out with some Canada's in the center of the lake.

Good luck if you go,
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Brooklyn NY


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[nysbirds-l] Fwd: [ebirdsnyc] Possible Barnacle Goose Brooklyn

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See e-mail below from Shane Blodgett.

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[nysbirds-l] Possible Barnacle Goose on Prospect Park Lake...

[Andrew Baksh]

Shane Blodgett reported that Alex Wilson was observing a possible Barnacle
Goose on Prospect Park Lake in Brooklyn NY.  I forwarded Shane's post 23
minutes ago from EbirdNYC, but it has not yet shown up on the NYSlist
serve, so I am trying to send this as a direct e-mail to see if this
works.  My apologies if you see a duplicate message from me if and when the
forwarded e-mail arrives.

Good luck if you go.

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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

[Rob Jett]

I received a report that Alex Wilson has found a Barnacle Goose in Brooklyn's 
Prospect Park. The bird is on Prospect Lake. The closest entrance to the lake 
by car is Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbuilt Street.

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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose follow-up

[Rob Jett]

The Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park was still present as of 1pm. It was feeding 
with a flock of Canada Geese on the grass opposite the Peristyle, about 50 
yards south of the shore behind Three Sisters Island. This is the area of the 
park nearest the Parade Grounds. Here are the coordinates:

40°39'13.57N
73°58'1.54W

The closest place to park is along Parkside Avenue, near Parade Place. The 
closest mass transit is the Parkside Avenue stop on the Q train.

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Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

[Gabriel Willow]

I am currently looking at the Barnacle Goose as well, it's sort of by itself 
near some Canada Geese by the boat moored in the Lake. 

Looks like a nice crisp adult bird.

I assume some discussion of its provenance will ensue... Does anyone know how 
many waterfowl collections there are around the northeast? It seems possible to 
me, given that migratory populations of Canada Geese are moving through right 
now, that a Barnacle Goose from Greenland could've met up with a flock and 
wandered this way. 

I guess we should look for bands if it hops out of the water to graze... I 
assume most captive waterfowl would be banded?

Also saw a few Shoveler  Ruddy Duck on the Lake, and a Field Sparrow and very 
late Veery on the nearby lawn of the Peninsula, and I'm hearing Siskins calling 
right now.

Oh and yesterday in Central Park, spotted an American Tree Sparrow and 4 Field 
Sparrows with a flock of Chippies up on the grassy area by 103rd st on the West 
Side... Now I just need a Clay-colored for a Spizella collection!

Good birding indeed,

Gabriel Willow

On Oct 24, 2012, at 1:55 PM, Shane Blodgett shaneblodg...@yahoo.com wrote:

 The Barnacle Goose-yes it is-is currently on Prospect Lake near 3 Sisters 
 Islands with ~50 Canadas.
 
 Shane B.
 
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 I received a report that Alex Wilson has found a Barnacle Goose in 
 Brooklyn's Prospect Park. The bird is on Prospect Lake. The closest entrance 
 to the lake by car is Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbuilt Street.
 
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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose Prospect Park

[Matthew Wills]

Last reported on the west side of the Lake, near the Park Circle entrance (F 
train Ft Hamilton station is closest).

Here's a picture from around noon: 
http://matthewwills.com/2012/10/24/barnacle-goose-prospect-lake/

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Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

[Matthew Wills]

The bird is band-less. It was on shore this afternoon, and numerous photos of its legs taken by photographers present.-Original Message-
From: Gabriel Willow 
Sent: Oct 24, 2012 3:11 PM
To: Shane Blodgett 
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Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

I am currently looking at the Barnacle Goose as well, it's sort of by itself near some Canada Geese by the boat moored in the Lake.Looks like a nice crisp adult bird.I assume some discussion of its provenance will ensue... Does anyone know how many waterfowl collections there are around the northeast? It seems possible to me, given that migratory populations of Canada Geese are moving through right now, that a Barnacle Goose from Greenland could've met up with a flock and wandered this way.I guess we should look for bands if it hops out of the water to graze... I assume most captive waterfowl would be banded?Also saw a few Shoveler  Ruddy Duck on the Lake, and a Field Sparrow and very late Veery on the nearby lawn of the Peninsula, and I'm hearing Siskins calling right now.Oh and yesterday in Central Park, spotted an American Tree Sparrow and 4 Field Sparrows with a flock of Chippies up on the grassy area by 103rd st on the West Side... Now I just need a Clay-colored for a Spizella collection!Good birding indeed,Gabriel WillowOn Oct 24, 2012, at 1:55 PM, Shane Blodgett shaneblodg...@yahoo.com wrote:The Barnacle Goose-yes it is-is currently on Prospect Lake near 3 Sisters Islands with ~50 Canadas.Shane B.On Oct 24, 2012, at 12:26 PM, Rob Jett citybir...@earthlink.net wrote:I received a report that Alex Wilson has found a Barnacle Goose in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. The bird is on Prospect Lake. The closest entrance to the lake by car is Prospect Park Southwest and Vanderbuilt Street.Good birding,Rob
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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose latest Prospect Lake (Kings)

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A text  from Dennis Hrehowsik 521 pm reports the Barnacle Goose still 
present along the west  shore of Prospect Lake.  One should have a good chance 
seeing this bird  anywhere in the western sector of the lake, hanging out with 
the Canada Goose  flock

Thanks to Janet Zinn, here are photos you can  view on  her facebook 
gallery for this first time appearance of this goose species in  Prospect Park. 

_http://www.facebook.com/Janet.Zinn.Photography_ 
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[nysbirds-l] Crows on the prowl

[Barbara S Glanz]

Two crows drew the attention of several neighbors around 7:00 am this morning 
in Bayport; they were seemingly signaling, loudly and proudly, that they had 
successfully torn apart our neighbor's feathered vulture from her Halloween 
yard display. An ugly scene of black feathers and styrofoam remained.
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Please submit your observations to eBird:
http://ebird.org/content/ebird/

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