[nysbirds-l] Forest Park Pine Warblers

[Cesar Castillo]

I decided to go look for those birds of interest posted on ebird recently at 
Forest Park, no luck, however I ran across some Pine Warblers (at least 4) and 
many Eastern Phoebes (5-6).  Also a pair of Golden-crowned Kinglets high in the 
trees.  
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[nysbirds-l] Central Park, NYC 4/2 & 4/3

[Tom Fiore]

Central Park, Manhattan, N.Y. City
Wed. 3 April, 2013


It's the lull in spring migration here; at least it seems more departure than 
arrival is taking place in the past few days. In a walk (4/3) that took in the 
full length of the park, fewer of certain over-wintering and migrant species 
such as White-throated Sparrow were seen, which will surely be re-invigorated 
as fresh migrants flow thru in weeks to come.

Even E. Phoebes are still very hard to come by 3 days into April, and (it 
seems) nary a warbler... unless one wants to buy into April Fool's Day report 
from Central Park.

Tuesday featured some birds headed north in the a.m. hours, then seen actually 
turning around & flying south again as they reached the n. end.  This can be a 
"morning flight" sort of phenomenon but it sure looked like a few of the birds 
could've been thinking, why did I leave s. Texas for the frost of the 
northeast...

Warmer days coming...

Tom Fiore,
Manhattan
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[nysbirds-l] NJs Forsythe Wildlife Drive to reopen weekends only

[David]

See below. 
> Subject: [JERSEYBI] Forsythe Wildlife Drive to reopen weekends only
> Reply-To: Don Freiday 
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> I suspect many will be interested in the following information. Edwin B. 
> Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge's Wildlife Drive will be reopening weekends 
> only beginning this weekend. The official press announcement from the refuge 
> is below.
> 
> Unfortunately, the Snow Geese have pretty much pulled out for the year but 
> the Ospreys are back, and on the drive just now there were Glossy Ibis, both 
> yellowlegs, Great and Snowy Egrets, one Bald Eagle, and quite a bit of 
> miscellaneous waterfowl.
> 
> Best,
> Don
> 
> For immediate release: April 3, 2013 
> For further information: Don Freiday, Visitor Services Manager
>(609) 652-1665 x13
>donald_frei...@fws.gov
> 
> Forsythe Refuge Wildlife Drive to Reopen on Weekends 
> 
> Galloway, N.J. – After almost 3 months of construction and over 2,000 dump 
> truck loads of fill, the popular Wildlife Drive at Edwin B. Forsythe National 
> Wildlife Refuge in Galloway is set to reopen on weekends beginning Saturday, 
> April 4. The 8-mile Wildlife Drive traverses marshland and forest, and is the 
> most popular destination on the refuge, with over 100,000 visitors in a 
> normal year.
> 
> Hurricane Sandy created large holes in the top and sides of the Wildlife 
> Drive, which has been closed since last October. Reconstruction began on 
> January 14, and is rapidly nearing completion.
> 
> “We’re delighted to be opening the Wildlife Drive on weekends now that spring 
> and its migrating birds are here,” said refuge manager Virginia Rettig. “It 
> won’t be long before we can open the drive every day, but there is still 
> construction work occurring during the week.”
> 
> The Federal Highway Administration funded the repair work through the 
> Emergency Relief to Federally Owned Roads program. Wagman Construction, Inc. 
> based out of York, PA has been the contractor on the job.
> 
> The Wildlife Drive will be open from sunrise to sunset on weekends only. The 
> Refuge Visitor Information Center is open 10 to 3 during the week and 9 to 4 
> on weekends.  All admission fees to the refuge have been temporarily waived 
> until the repairs are complete.
> 
> Updates on refuge status may be found on the refuge Facebook page, 
> http://www.facebook.com/ForsytheNWR . For more information, contact the 
> refuge at (609) 652-1665 or visit www.fws.gov/northeast/forsythe/ .
> 
> The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to 
> conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for 
> the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and 
> trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific 
> excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated 
> professionals and commitment to public service. For more information on our 
> work and the people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov/northeast . 
> 
> ###
> 
> ---
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> Cape May, NJ
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> 
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Re:[nysbirds-l] Forest Park, Queens.

[Jean Loscalzo]

 As a follow-up to this terrible crime, I did notice increased police presence 
on Monday, and thankfully a suspect was arrested yesterday.  As indicated in 
the article, this individual is a serious criminal and I am really glad he was 
apprehended so quickly.

 
http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/Taser-Rape-Arrest-Forest-Park-Queens-201123631.html


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Re: [nysbirds-l] 2 Northern Gannets north Great Peconic Bay-Suffolk County

[Anne Swaim]

Wonderful views of a Northern Gannet yesterday mid-day soaring and plunging
into Mamaroneck outer harbor, viewed from southern end of Marshlands
Conservancy (Westchester County).

Anne Swaim


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[nysbirds-l] Fwd: [ebirdsnyc] Alley Pond Park Queens 3-30...

[Andrew Baksh]

Not a field report, but I felt it important to share, for those us who bird
Forest Park in Queens.  It is bad enough we have to deal with the nefarious
activities that take place unabated near the water hole in Forest Park.
Now,  birders will have to be extra careful when birding in the park,
especially women who bird alone.  I suggest to bird the park in small
groups and always remain alert to what takes place nearby.  See below the
e-mail that was sent to me and posted to eBirds regarding a female jogger
being attacked in Forest Park Queens.  Thanks to Mr. O'brien who brought
this to my attention.


Andrew Baksh
Queens, NY
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Subject: RE: Safety concerns at Forest Park Queens...
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This is off topic but related. A woman was attacked in forest park
recently. Here is a link to the info and description of the suspect.
http://m.nydailynews.com/1.1303621



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Not a single warbler seen or heard despite a long walk through the woods
covering most of the Kaplan Trail and Kettle holes. Of note were several
Hairy Woodpeckers, American Goldfiches (some coming into nice color) and a
flock of 15 Rusty Blackbirds.

Perhaps, the best sight towards the evening was what I think to be a,
Little Brown Bat that I thought was out a little too early, but seemed okay
using echolocation to pick off insects near the handball courts. I managed
a few photos which I will post to my blog for anyone interested in taking a
look. Still looking for that 1st Phoebe at Alley.

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[nysbirds-l] 2 Northern Gannets north Great Peconic Bay-Suffolk County

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[nysbirds-l] Bald Eagle, Intergrade GW-Teal, BW-Teal - Blydenburgh Co. Pk. (Suffolk)

[Peter Scully]

There was a 1st year BALD EAGLE at Blydenburgh County Park in Smithtown 
(Suffolk Co.) this morning.
 
Yesterday morning an adult drake intergrade (Common x American) GREEN-WINGED 
TEAL was with a small group (8) of Green-winged Teal.  
 
Four BLUE-WINGED TEAL have been on the pond for at least a week. 
 
RUSTY BLACKBIRDS have also been reliable. 
 
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[nysbirds-l] Bald Eagle, Intergrade GW-Teal, BW-Teal - Blydenburgh Co. Pk. (Suffolk)

[Peter Scully]

There was a 1st year BALD EAGLE at Blydenburgh County Park in Smithtown 
(Suffolk Co.) this morning.
 
Yesterday morning an adult drake intergrade (Common x American) GREEN-WINGED 
TEAL was with a small group (8) of Green-winged Teal.  
 
Four BLUE-WINGED TEAL have been on the pond for at least a week. 
 
RUSTY BLACKBIRDS have also been reliable. 
 
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[nysbirds-l] Fwd: [ebirdsnyc] Alley Pond Park Queens 3-30...

[Andrew Baksh]

Not a field report, but I felt it important to share, for those us who bird
Forest Park in Queens.  It is bad enough we have to deal with the nefarious
activities that take place unabated near the water hole in Forest Park.
Now,  birders will have to be extra careful when birding in the park,
especially women who bird alone.  I suggest to bird the park in small
groups and always remain alert to what takes place nearby.  See below the
e-mail that was sent to me and posted to eBirds regarding a female jogger
being attacked in Forest Park Queens.  Thanks to Mr. O'brien who brought
this to my attention.


Andrew Baksh
Queens, NY
www.birdingdude.blogspot.com

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Cc: ebirds...@yahoogroups.com ebirds...@yahoogroups.com


This is off topic but related. A woman was attacked in forest park
recently. Here is a link to the info and description of the suspect.
http://m.nydailynews.com/1.1303621



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Not a single warbler seen or heard despite a long walk through the woods
covering most of the Kaplan Trail and Kettle holes. Of note were several
Hairy Woodpeckers, American Goldfiches (some coming into nice color) and a
flock of 15 Rusty Blackbirds.

Perhaps, the best sight towards the evening was what I think to be a,
Little Brown Bat that I thought was out a little too early, but seemed okay
using echolocation to pick off insects near the handball courts. I managed
a few photos which I will post to my blog for anyone interested in taking a
look. Still looking for that 1st Phoebe at Alley.

Good Easter Birding!

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Re: [nysbirds-l] 2 Northern Gannets north Great Peconic Bay-Suffolk County

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Wonderful views of a Northern Gannet yesterday mid-day soaring and plunging
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Conservancy (Westchester County).

Anne Swaim


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Re:[nysbirds-l] Forest Park, Queens.

[Jean Loscalzo]

 As a follow-up to this terrible crime, I did notice increased police presence 
on Monday, and thankfully a suspect was arrested yesterday.  As indicated in 
the article, this individual is a serious criminal and I am really glad he was 
apprehended so quickly.

 
http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/Taser-Rape-Arrest-Forest-Park-Queens-201123631.html


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[nysbirds-l] NJs Forsythe Wildlife Drive to reopen weekends only

[David]

See below. 
 Subject: [JERSEYBI] Forsythe Wildlife Drive to reopen weekends only
 Reply-To: Don Freiday peregrin...@hotmail.com
 
 Hi all,
 
 I suspect many will be interested in the following information. Edwin B. 
 Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge's Wildlife Drive will be reopening weekends 
 only beginning this weekend. The official press announcement from the refuge 
 is below.
 
 Unfortunately, the Snow Geese have pretty much pulled out for the year but 
 the Ospreys are back, and on the drive just now there were Glossy Ibis, both 
 yellowlegs, Great and Snowy Egrets, one Bald Eagle, and quite a bit of 
 miscellaneous waterfowl.
 
 Best,
 Don
 
 For immediate release: April 3, 2013 
 For further information: Don Freiday, Visitor Services Manager
(609) 652-1665 x13
donald_frei...@fws.gov
 
 Forsythe Refuge Wildlife Drive to Reopen on Weekends 
 
 Galloway, N.J. – After almost 3 months of construction and over 2,000 dump 
 truck loads of fill, the popular Wildlife Drive at Edwin B. Forsythe National 
 Wildlife Refuge in Galloway is set to reopen on weekends beginning Saturday, 
 April 4. The 8-mile Wildlife Drive traverses marshland and forest, and is the 
 most popular destination on the refuge, with over 100,000 visitors in a 
 normal year.
 
 Hurricane Sandy created large holes in the top and sides of the Wildlife 
 Drive, which has been closed since last October. Reconstruction began on 
 January 14, and is rapidly nearing completion.
 
 “We’re delighted to be opening the Wildlife Drive on weekends now that spring 
 and its migrating birds are here,” said refuge manager Virginia Rettig. “It 
 won’t be long before we can open the drive every day, but there is still 
 construction work occurring during the week.”
 
 The Federal Highway Administration funded the repair work through the 
 Emergency Relief to Federally Owned Roads program. Wagman Construction, Inc. 
 based out of York, PA has been the contractor on the job.
 
 The Wildlife Drive will be open from sunrise to sunset on weekends only. The 
 Refuge Visitor Information Center is open 10 to 3 during the week and 9 to 4 
 on weekends.  All admission fees to the refuge have been temporarily waived 
 until the repairs are complete.
 
 Updates on refuge status may be found on the refuge Facebook page, 
 http://www.facebook.com/ForsytheNWR . For more information, contact the 
 refuge at (609) 652-1665 or visit www.fws.gov/northeast/forsythe/ .
 
 The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to 
 conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for 
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[nysbirds-l] Central Park, NYC 4/2 4/3

[Tom Fiore]

Central Park, Manhattan, N.Y. City
Wed. 3 April, 2013


It's the lull in spring migration here; at least it seems more departure than 
arrival is taking place in the past few days. In a walk (4/3) that took in the 
full length of the park, fewer of certain over-wintering and migrant species 
such as White-throated Sparrow were seen, which will surely be re-invigorated 
as fresh migrants flow thru in weeks to come.

Even E. Phoebes are still very hard to come by 3 days into April, and (it 
seems) nary a warbler... unless one wants to buy into April Fool's Day report 
from Central Park.

Tuesday featured some birds headed north in the a.m. hours, then seen actually 
turning around  flying south again as they reached the n. end.  This can be a 
morning flight sort of phenomenon but it sure looked like a few of the birds 
could've been thinking, why did I leave s. Texas for the frost of the 
northeast...

Warmer days coming...

Tom Fiore,
Manhattan
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[nysbirds-l] Forest Park Pine Warblers

[Cesar Castillo]

I decided to go look for those birds of interest posted on ebird recently at 
Forest Park, no luck, however I ran across some Pine Warblers (at least 4) and 
many Eastern Phoebes (5-6).  Also a pair of Golden-crowned Kinglets high in the 
trees.  
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