[cayugabirds-l] Those other Owls

During all this Snowy Owl excitement we've been having lately I've also been looking for those other winter visitors, Short-eared Owls. Following up on reports I was thrilled to see one SEOW on Scofield Rd. near Buck Rd. late Wednesday and today SIX of them on Lake Rd. / Rt-90 near the

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Those other Owls

done that; a dangerous habit. haha Gary On Dec 13, 2013, at 10:21 PM, Gary Kohlenberg wrote: During all this Snowy Owl excitement we've been having lately I've also been looking for those other winter visitors, Short-eared Owls. Following up on reports I was thrilled to see one SEOW

[cayugabirds-l] Saturday field trip

Hi all, I am leading a field trip on Saturday, 21st, up the east side of Cayuga Lake to look for Short-eared Owls. We meet at the Lab-of-O parking lot at 2:30pm and should be back no later than 6pm. They are owls and operate on their own schedule, not mine, but hopefully we will

Re: [cayugabirds-l] longspurs, shrike

I was wondering who's tracks I followed. The same mix of winter field birds were on Cornell Lane in Dryden with viewing somewhat easier. There was also a nice flock of Turkey's (21) and a dark phase Rough-legged Hawk. Gary On Jan 5, 2014, at 1:39 PM, Susan Fast

[cayugabirds-l] Crows like to toboggan

Hi all, http://www.wimp.com/crowtobogganing/ My friend Dave Roman alerted me to the fact that crow sledding is a popular winter activity in some parts of the world. It made me wonder if Kevin McGowan had witnessed similar winter sports action in North America.

RE: [cayugabirds-l] American three-toed woodpecker

Hi Martin, I was fortunate to see an ATTW in 2006 ? , I need to verify with my notes, in Pharsalia WMA. The thing that struck me most about this bird was the feeding behavior. You wouldn't notice this on suet of course, but she would feed horizontally, peeling bark chunks

[cayugabirds-l] Found lens cap at Stewart Park

If someone lost their scope lens cap in Stewart Park email me off list and I'll get it back to you. Looks brand new. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] N. Rough-winged Swallows

I had my FOY Northern Rough-winged Swallows mixed with Tree Swallows Friday in the wind shadow of the Aurora bluffs. I don't think I've ever been happier to find a flock of Swallows as I am after this winter. I also did a quick trip around the auto loop at Montezuma. Large numbers of

[cayugabirds-l] Upper Buttermilk SP

The upper picnic area was pretty birdy this morning. Both Waterthrush sp. present with my first Ovenbird , B-T Green Warbler, GC Kinglets , Raven, B-W Hawk ands LOTS of Ticks, so careful off the trails. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

[cayugabirds-l] Swallow diversity is great at Aurora bluffs

Hi all, On our way up the lake Saturday to chase the Glossy Ibis, Susan, Ann and I had a swallow sweep by Aurora bluffs on Lake Rd. Northern Rough-winged, Bank, Tree, Barn Swallows and one CLIFF. Today as came though I added Purple Martins and Chimney Swifts. The numbers aren't huge,

[cayugabirds-l] Hawthorn birds

I spent the late morning at Hawthorn. As Chris's RBA pointed out there was a nice selection of migrants. With a good chunk of time spent birding with Larry Hymes. There were multiple copies of Blue-winged, Chestnut-sided, Bay-breasted, Blackpoll , Yellow-rumped, Tennessee, Yellow, A. Redstart,

[cayugabirds-l] Burns Rd Lawrence's Warbler continues

Stuart just sent an RBA that the Lawrence's Warbler continues on Burns Rd. in Ithaca. It is in the shrubs at the top of a steep bank directly across from the entrance to the Ithaca City Police gun range. There are a few Blue-winged Warblers as well. The Lawrence's will sing both song types,

[cayugabirds-l] Thrush sweep (minor) at Lab of O

Hi all, I have always believed horrible weather can provide some of the most memorable birding opportunities. Bob's Kittiwake today is a perfect example. With that in mind, and a Kittiwake under my belt, I decided to go to the Lab and look for thrushes. I thought the trails

[cayugabirds-l] Carncross Sandhills.

This afternoon Bob, Susan, Ann, Stuart and myself enjoyed looking at shore birds on Carncross Rd. including Peeps, Semipalmated Plover, American Golden Plover, Black-bellied Plover and many Dunlin. A pair of Sandhill Cranes were in the far NW corner of the field leading around a pair of too

[cayugabirds-l] OOB Willow Ptarmigan continues Pt. Peninsula, Jefferson Co.

If anyone is sorry they missed seeing the wayward Willow Ptarmigan there is still a chance to experience a truly rare sighting. Check eBird for details on yesterdays report. http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8t=pz=13q=43.9668473,-76.2624308ll=43.9668473,-76.2624308 Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Salmon Creek Bird Santuary

Cerulean Warblers are very good ! It seems they have been absent for a while. Gary On Jun 4, 2014, at 2:52 PM, Carl Steckler nyleatherneck3...@gmail.commailto:nyleatherneck3...@gmail.com wrote: Salmon creek bird sanctuary Lpts of Baltimore Orioles a few Cerulear Warblers, no Cuckoos Carl --

RE: [cayugabirds-l] dark red-tailed hawk

Ray, I think arguments could be made for a couple species / morphs based on the backlit photos, and I have my opinion, but as you heard the bird call my bet would be whatever the vocalization indicates. I don’t know if you are solid on the calls, but to my ear the Broad-winged “p-s” and

[cayugabirds-l] Parakeets and stuff

Hi all, Ann Mitchell and I went to Hector hoping to see the MONK PARAKEETS taking up residence in the vineyards. I also wanted to walk in the Finger Lakes National Forest, one of my favorite spots. It wasn't hard to find the Parakeets, using LeeAnn's directions, and the fact

RE: [cayugabirds-l] Fairgrounds Access

Ralph Lott Farms are what I call the Seneca County Fairgrounds. 315 568-9501 I always get an answering machine; ask permission, leave my name and # with a description of the vehicle I will be driving. They have been very generous in giving people access. Gary From:

[cayugabirds-l] Bald Eagle nest in Aurora

Hi all, Everyone may already know about this , but I see there is a Bald Eagle nest at the intersection of Poplar Ridge Rd. and Rt-90 in Aurora. It's a tree in the near side of the yard for the house on the point and visible from the road. The leaves can make it a little hard to see. It helps

[cayugabirds-l] Summerhill logs and birds

Hi all, I thought it would be fun to chase Jay and Livia’s Olive-sided Flycatcher. on Neimi Rd., today. I struck out on that one so I decided to go to Summerhill to my other can’t miss spot”. Well of course I did miss seeing one there as well, but a nice consolation prize was a RED

Re: [cayugabirds-l] RBA text aleart system

Carl, You can also change your eBird settings to get alerts quicker and for more than one county. The GroupMe App for RBA alerts is terrific if you decide to set that up. Onondaga birders use it to if you want more northerly alerts. Gary On Aug 15, 2014, at 7:45 PM, Paul Anderson

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Common Nighthawks, Cass Park, Ithaca

I was at Stewart Park the same time Dave was across the inlet. I saw two Nighthawks over the golf course that flew south. My suspicion was they picked up from Renwick Woods to continue their journey, but reading Dave's post makes me think they spent some time feeding the flats as my sighting

[cayugabirds-l] Willet at Myer's Point

Ann and I stopped by Myer’s Point this afternoon to try and find a Sanderling for her year list. When we arrived there was a large wader on the point. My initial thought was a Greater Yellowlegs until it flew, the bold black and white wing stripes confirmed it was in fact a WESTERN

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Northeast Night Migration

I just checked the radar from a few minutes ago. Great bird blooms over New York and Pennsylvania ! On Sep 11, 2014, at 7:36 PM, Christopher T. Tessaglia-Hymes c...@cornell.edumailto:c...@cornell.edu wrote: Just a heads-up: Tonight and tomorrow night look to be really good nights to listen

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Sunday Sabine's Gull?

Yes. Very quiet. Dave was there way before me and indicated the same. No exotic Gulls or Terns. Gary On Sep 14, 2014, at 8:28 AM, Matthew Medler m...@cornell.edumailto:m...@cornell.edu wrote: Has anybody been to Stewart Park this morning to look for the Sabine's Gull? If so, could positive or

[cayugabirds-l] Stewart Park birds

I made a loop around the park after work today. There still weren’t many migrant birds at the swan pen, but I did find one Western Palm Warbler with a few Chickadees. There was one vociferous Fish Crow on the peninsula with white tag 06. Renwick Woods was going to be nothing

[cayugabirds-l] Spencer, possible Wood Stork

Keep your eyes open today around Spencer and beyond. I just talked with a friend that saw a possible WOOD STORK in a field apparently waiting out the heavy rain. It has flown and was not relocated. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Black Scoter, East Shore Park

After watching the wonderful Purple Sandpiper this afternoon I thought of going back to Ithaca and chasing the Black Scoter. I stopped first to the Marina and was pleasantly surprised to see 7 Black Scoters flying in tight formation up the lake past the point. There were also 9 Surf Scoters, 3

Re: [cayugabirds-l] N. Gannet at Seneca Lake

I was able to find the Northern Gannet this morning about 9:45. It was swimming far to the north of Seneca Marina. I scanned from Clute Park at 60x. The huge size jumped out especially compared to the Common Loons nearby. An incredible bird for the lake and a wonderful find by the Gregoire's.

Re: [cayugabirds-l] another count-week species

Horned Grebes yesterday at Stewart Park. I don't know if they were reported. On Dec 31, 2014, at 5:26 PM, Dave Nutter nutter.d...@me.commailto:nutter.d...@me.com wrote: Northern Pintail today at Stewart Park. --Dave Nutter -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: Welcome and

[cayugabirds-l] Mt. Pleasant Buntings

I found one fast moving flock of ~60 Snow Buntings on Mt. Pleasant today. They were hard to track down and you might have to traipse around the fields at the top of the hill by the cell towers. I only heard one Horned Lark but the usual large Crow flock is in their spot in the woods. Gary

[cayugabirds-l] Bradfield Peregrines SW side

Both there as of 3:05 on SW side. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

Re: [cayugabirds-l] PEREGRINE STIILL AT BRADFIELD

Two Peregrines! Susan, Ann and I just had one circling the building and one perched on west side ledge at 1:42 Gary On Jan 11, 2015, at 12:19 PM, Stuart Krasnoff s...@cornell.edu wrote: East side. Viable from greenhouses. From the semi-opposable thumbs of SB Krasnoff via iPhone --

[cayugabirds-l] SEOW in Lansing

I had one Short-eared Owl, low over the western fields, on Scofield Rd. tonight. He appeared at 5:02, but was soon lost from view. Of course that was the time Ann picked to move her car :) Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

Re: [cayugabirds-l] cowbird?

Hi Liz, It certainly could have been a BH Cowbird. They will occasionally overwinter in our area. There has been a large flock,(~50) visiting feeders at Lake Como again this winter. Happy birding, Gary On Feb 12, 2015, at 11:42 AM, Liz Brown e...@cornell.edumailto:e...@cornell.edu wrote:

[cayugabirds-l] Saturday CBC field trip- long

Saturday nine of Ithaca’s best, most enthusiastic, birders joined me for a jaunt up the lake. When I left the house to meet at the Lab the morning was so snowy it seemed like a replay of February. When we arrived at Myer’s Point the heavy blowing snow limited visibility to about 100

[cayugabirds-l] Brown Thrasher

Hi all, I walked my usual route down Burns Road today and found a Brown Thrasher visiting a feeder at Burns Way. In talking to the homeowner he said it’s been at his house all winter with some Grackles and what sounds to me like a Rusty Blackbird. I didn’t see these other early birds, but I’ll

Re: [cayugabirds-l] White-winged Crossbill, Enfield

I had a little time this afternoon to head up and try and see this uncommon Crossbill. I wasn't able to hear or see him unfortunately but was able to attract the attention of 2 Sheriff patrol cars. The neighbors in this area are obviously bored or have overdosed on reality TV. Otherwise our

RE: [cayugabirds-l] Killdeer Courtship at Myers

Hi Lauren, As Marie noted sometimes this behavior is by small groups. I watched a group of four Killdeer doing this display on a visit to Myer’s several years ago. It was the most unusual thing to see these birds do what amounted to a Killdeer version of a square dance calling

Re: [cayugabirds-l] rare bird rant

The great part of using eBird as Bob does is that rare bird sightings output to all users that have the rare bird / needs alert notifications setup in their account. No extra work involved and potentially reaching more observers than the text alert system. I highly recommend using BirdLog NA

Re: [cayugabirds-l] various migrants

Late yesterday afternoon around 6 PM there was a steady movement of Grackles in small flocks over my house. All heading west just at treetop level. The conditions may be marginal but Spring waits for no one. Gary On Mar 19, 2015, at 9:13 AM, Dave Nutter

[cayugabirds-l] Purple Martin at MNWR Thursday

As another sign of spring Susan, Ann and I had a, first of the year, PURPLE MARTIN sitting on one of the Martin house poles at the Montezuma Visitor's Center yesterday. The Martin houses haven't been raised to the top of the poles yet, but it looks like time. There were half a dozen NORTHERN

Re: [cayugabirds-l] SFO learns alchemy - GH Owl nest - correction: owls there Thursday 4/16 morning.

Hi John, Yes the nests are very close. From the buss garage the RTHA nest is easier to see. It is in the tree with the painted 150 yd. marker. It was only after people reported seeing Owls after I left that I started to get suspicious. Gary On Apr 20, 2015, at 7:23 AM, John Confer

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Brown Thrasher, Red-shouldered Hawk

I had two Brown Thrashers working their way through my yard this morning also. It was finally the day ! Gary On Apr 25, 2015, at 8:20 AM, Geo Kloppel geoklop...@gmail.com wrote: I was beginning to worry about the absence of Brown Thrasher from my yard, but here he is at last this morning!

[cayugabirds-l] Clay-colored Sparow Andrew Dreelin

Just in from Andrew Dreelin. Clay-colored Sparrow returned to same spot on Cornell Campus as last year ! Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Clay-colored Sparow Andrew Dreelin

The CC Sparrow is still favoring the trees/walkways just south of Goldwin Smith Hall and the Klarman Hall construction fence, on the Arts Quad, Cornell University. Singing regularly. On May 4, 2015, at 12:46 PM, Gary Kohlenberg jg...@cornell.edu wrote: Just in from Andrew Dreelin. Clay

[cayugabirds-l] American Bittern on the South Hill Rec. Way

I found an unusual forest bird this evening on the South Hill Recreation Way trail. An American Bittern was standing in a small grassy clearing in a pine tree grove west of the trail about a half mile north of the Burns Rd. entrance. I tried earlier to call one at the reservoir without success

[cayugabirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler on Armitage Rd. Savanna

Prothonotary Warbler back on Armitage Rd. , Savanna, same spot west of iron bridge in flooded woods. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] no pelican; apparent Arctic Tern

The Terns that roost in Union Springs weren't visible Sunday when Dave, Ann and I checked. We also looked in Cayuga without success. Gary On Jun 10, 2015, at 11:02 AM, Jay McGowan jw...@cornell.edumailto:jw...@cornell.edu wrote: Livia and I checked Myers Point this morning as we have most

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Great Egret at Sapsucker Woods 6-13

Great Egret is still barely visible at the east side of the pond about midway back as viewed from the area Diane describes. It is partially hidden by trees, but being bright white helps in picking it up. It occasionally walks around within a small area so be patient and it should show itself.

Re: [cayugabirds-l] New birds (for me anyway) at Salt Point.

I had to smile at you hesitance with the Wood Thrush because on May 9th I recorded a Northern Mockingbird at Salt Point singing the best series of imitations I've ever heard. I actually removed a couple birds from my eBird list when I watched the Mockingbird singing perfect renditions. He was

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Sanderling, Myers Point

Now 2 Sanderling, 3 Semi-sandpipers, 2 Semi-Plover and 3 Least Sandpipers in the pouring rain. Dave, Ann, Gary On Aug 20, 2015, at 6:13 PM, Jay McGowan jw...@cornell.edumailto:jw...@cornell.edu wrote: An adult SANDERLING and two juvenile Semipalmated Sandpipers are currently foraging at

[cayugabirds-l] Eyeglasses found at Knox-Marcellus shorebird walk

A pair of eyeglasses were found ,in the road, after today's Montezuma shorebird walk at Knox-Marcellus marsh. They are fine and sitting on the stone marker in the parking area along with a lens cleaning cloth for easy pickup. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

RE: [cayugabirds-l] Guns in the park

Hi all, Just a reminder, as a few seem to forget each year, of some key points: Hunting is LEGAL. Guns are LEGAL. Harassing legal hunting activity is a CRIME. Birding, hunting and other wholesome outdoor activities are NOT mutually exclusive. And one personal observation. The sight of a gun

RE: [cayugabirds-l] guns at Stewart Park

When this issue was discussed last year Alicia Plotkin had apparently done research on court rulings applicable to this. Begging her indulgence I copied the response to Geo below in 2014. In 2005 the Ithaca City Court ruled that only the State of New York can regulations activities in or on

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Franklin's Gull, Myers Point

I went up the west side of the lake today shortly after Jay’s email. As yesterday, no luck finding the Franklin’s Gull, but the number of Loons on the lake is quite impressive. Most of the feeding activity is north of Sheldrake, both gulls and loons, and most of the birdlife is far from either

RE: [cayugabirds-l] DEC Mixed messages?

As I pointed out, in the email I bounced to the list, the 2005 city court challenge upheld the right of NYS to regulate lakeshore activity irrespective of any local ordinance. It concerned dog walkers, but presumably would apply equally to anyone ticketed for hunting. I appreciate the clarity

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Montezuma is great today!!!

Well said Kevin ! On Oct 18, 2015, at 4:04 PM, Kevin J. McGowan > wrote: Snip: "The refuge grants this privilege - this break from the norm - because it considers it an educational opportunity/event for the visiting public - one in which they can

[cayugabirds-l] Turkey Vultures moving

On my way back from Cortland this afternoon I drove Turkey Hill Rd. to the house, on seeing a few TV's I pulled over to scan. I counted 141 in 25 minutes along with 3 Red-tailed Hawks. All appeared to be south bound migrants catching the tail end of clearing weather. This may bode well for sky

[cayugabirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon at Frontenac Park still

Reported earlier by Andrew Dreelin and Max Kirsch. In with Redheads and Am Wigeon just north of island. -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Cornell campus Western Tanager still there

A Cornell RBA, at 10:18 AM, indicates yesterday's WESTERN TANAGER is still being seen behind Day Hall and the rear of the Campus Store on the Cornell University campus. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

RE: [cayugabirds-l] please keep reporting Western Tanager

I know a little more than nothing about molt progression, but I haven't seen any changes during the times I've been observing. Gary From: bounce-120255067-3493...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-120255067-3493...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Kevin J. McGowan Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2016

[cayugabirds-l] Burns Rd. Woodcock NO, bats YES

I don’t know how early people see bats in our area, but saw my first of the year tonight on Burns Road, Ithaca. I didn’t see or hear any woodcock yet, but the bats were actually more exciting. It feels like spring now. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

[cayugabirds-l] 11 Lesser Black-backed Gulls at Stewart Park

Hi all, Late Tuesday afternoon I birded Stewart Park shoreline for a bit to see if I could find any Green-winged Teal. I was able to find two males feeding close to shore by the tennis court. I then saw a Lesser Black-backed Gull in beautiful breeding plumage down by the

[cayugabirds-l] Cayuga village Snow Geese and Swans

Hi all, The large Snow Goose flocks have been frustrating this winter, either in the middle of the lake, flying over at dusk or in the corn stubble north of the lake. The best place I found today for scanning Snow Geese was the area between Beacon Feed Marina and Mud Lock at the north

[cayugabirds-l] Gyrfalcon no

Ann and I took a scouting trip around the Stillwell / Searsburg Road intersection in Trumansburg to check on the reported Gyrfalcon. A fool's errand it may have been, but as it was Friday night why not. No rare sightings except a particularly aggressive, handsome, white turkey defending his

[cayugabirds-l] Clay-colored Sparrow returns to Cornell

Andrew Dreelin found the Cornell Arts Quad Clay-colored Sparrow this morning in the same area as last year. The flowering trees on the south side of Goldwin Smith Hall and associated walking paths. Chasing Chipping Sparrows with loving intentions possibly. Active late this afternoon even with

[cayugabirds-l] Godwit at Montezuma

The Hudsonian Godwit reported this morning at the Montezuma Visitors Center is still actively feeding and viewable from the deck. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Hawthorn Orchard Friday

In addition to the birds Bob and Chris saw this morning I can add Indigo Buntings, Common Yellowthroats, Magnolia, Blue-winged Warbler and one Lawrence's Warbler singing a blue-winged song. Gary On May 13, 2016, at 11:36 AM, bob mcguire wrote: The area was

[cayugabirds-l] Little Gull in Union Springs Wednesday

Hi all, I went to Union Springs Wednesday afternoon to look for the reported Little Gulls. Ann Mitchell and Susan Danskin were to join up later after work. I scanned quite a while from Frontenac Park enjoying the double digit numbers of BONAPARTE'S GULLS, COMMON TERNS, the occasional FORESTER'S

[cayugabirds-l] Garganey RBA at Knox Marcellus Marsh

Jay McGowan just RBA'd a drake Garganey in Knox-Marcellus Marsh with other ducks. No other details. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] B-n Stilt yes !

The wonderful Black-necked Stilt was still visible in Knox-Marcellus marsh when Nathan Goldberg and I left at 5:50 pm today. He always favored the southern 1/3 of the marsh, in the muddy fingers, occasionally flying short distances to forage at various points. It was nice to see him in flight

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Report of Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks at Treman Marina

I'm looking at 6 Black-bellied Whistling Ducks at Treman Marina now. Sitting with Gulls and Canada Geese at the water entrance to the boat dock. Gary On Jul 10, 2016, at 5:23 PM, Jay McGowan > wrote: Someone reported 6 Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks

[cayugabirds-l] Stilt updates ?

Any reports, positive or negative, today on the Montezuma B-n Stilt would be appreciated. Thanks, Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Black Vultures over Lansing

Meena's two Black Vultures are visible now, 4:30, over Lansing. SE of the Cayuga Vista Dr. / Woodsedge Dr. intersection Lansing, off of East Shore Dr. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Black Vultures over Lansing

it may be worthwhile to try and pick them up again. Gary On Feb 23, 2017, at 4:37 PM, Gary Kohlenberg <jg...@cornell.edu> wrote: Meena's two Black Vultures are visible now, 4:30, over Lansing. SE of the Cayuga Vista Dr. / Woodsedge Dr. intersection Lansing, off of East Shore Dr.

[cayugabirds-l] Aythya flock on Lower Lake Rd.

There are flocks of several thousand Aythya at the north end of Lower Lake Rd., east of the NYS Chiropractic College, still today including one Eurasian Wigeon. As usual viewing is problematic due to private property. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

[cayugabirds-l] Nighthawks moving tonight

Menachem Goldstein just reported 3 Common Nighthawks over Cornell's Jessup field and I have one flying over my house now at 8pm. Cooler weather has at least some birds moving :) Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

[cayugabirds-l] Field birds, Holden Rd. Lansing

There is a nice mixed flock of Horned Larks, Snow Buntings and Lapland Longspurs on Holden Rd. in Lansing next to the grey house with the red metal roof. They're feeding in the grassy field by the drainage ditch around the house. US-NY-Lansing-52-74 Holden Rd - 42.5983x-76.5227 Gary --

Re: [cayugabirds-l] URGENT ALERT: Dodge Rd Spruce Woods may be cut down for massive Solar Farm on Dodge rd, STARTING in APRIL !!

I imagine this new solar farm will be leased by Cornell, but built / maintained by a third party just like the one at the airport. For the solar company low installation cost will be the driving factor. Many separate panels all over campus installed by Cornell wouldn't be as cost effective and

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Glaucous Gull, Stevenson Rd.

Both gulls still present although Glaucous can be tough to pick out from the pack on the hill. Iceland was in the compost. Gary On Mar 12, 2017, at 12:18 PM, Jay McGowan > wrote: An adult GLAUCOUS GULL is currently up on the hill overlooking the

[cayugabirds-l] Fox sparrow at the Lab

There is a red Fox Sparrow in the Lab's feeder garden today. First I've seen this winter. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] White winged tern?

It's totally still there. Ann Mitchell and I enjoyed wonderful views of this terrific bird today with dozens of others. Well worth the 90 min. drive ! Gary On Aug 12, 2017, at 7:30 PM, Brad Walker > wrote: Not sure if it's still around, but it's

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Pine Warbler

I heard one leaving MVR on my way to the Knoll yesterday, Friday, but was in the car and didn't stop to locate it. They seem to circulate around the knoll for some distance and this wasn't far at all. Gary On May 19, 2017, at 10:58 PM, W. Larry Hymes wrote: Early afternoon

[cayugabirds-l] Whimbrel at Benning Marsh

Currently two Whimbrel at Benning Marsh, MNWR, found by Scott Peterson. At west end of pool with a few Mallards. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] American Golden-Plover reported on spit at Myers, 8:10am

The A. Golden-Plover is still at Myer's, on the gravel bars in Salmon Creek as of 1:40 pm, feeding apparently oblivious to the activity. I did encourage one swimming dog to move more toward the point. Gary On Aug 27, 2017, at 8:20 AM, Dave Nutter wrote: That report just

[cayugabirds-l] Long-tailed Ducks at East Shore Park

There is a large, ~60, flock of Long-tailed Ducks west of East Shore Park toward the Red Lighthouse Jetty. I think it’s a pure flock and hard to count in the waves, but is the largest group I’ve seen on the lake. I’d like another estimate of numbers if anyone sees them. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L

[cayugabirds-l] CBC field trip to Franklin Mountain Saturday

Hi all, On Saturday, the 28th, I will lead a field trip to the Franklin Mountain Hawk watch, in Franklin NY, near Oneonta. It is roughly a 2 hour drive. Meet at the East Hill parking lot, across from CTB (Collegetown Bagels), 329 Pine Tree Road at 7:30am. We will decide carpooling there for a

RE: [cayugabirds-l] Siskins persisting

I had a few Siskins Sunday and the corner of Station Rd. and Bald Hill Rd. feeding in a birch tree. I thought it was notable and fun to still have them around. Gary From: bounce-122569694-3493...@list.cornell.edu On Behalf Of Asher Hockett Sent:

[cayugabirds-l] Thorpe Rd. Snowy Owl on MLK Day

One Snowy Owl is on Thorpe Rd. by the Fingerlakes Airport again this morning. No sign of the Gyrfalcon yet today. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

RE: [cayugabirds-l] Gyrfalcon update please

I'll echo this appeal, please post to the list serve. We have to go old-school again with Ebird blocking some sightings. Gary -Original Message- From: bounce-122206716-3493...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-122206716-3493...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Joe DeVito Sent: Friday,

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Sanderlings, Myers Point

I’m at Myers Point, 4:30 pm today, Monday and there are 15 Sanderlings with a Semi Palmated Sandpiper. Gary On Jul 23, 2018, at 8:43 AM, Jay McGowan mailto:jw...@cornell.edu>> wrote: On the heels of an impressive Sanderling invasion yesterday, two breeding plumage SANDERLING are currently on

RE: [cayugabirds-l] Eastern Phoebe

I observed one of the Phoebes, recently returned at the Burns Road Reservoir, yesterday feeding very close to the inlet river water. It would perch on flotsam and apparently pick bugs off the water surface. I think they get very creative in these marginal conditions. Gary From:

[cayugabirds-l] Cayuga Lake S. P. waterfowl-lots

There are huge numbers of waterfowl at the north end of the lake all along Lake Rd. by Cayuga Lake State Park. It’s worth a look. Lots of Northern Shovelers, N. Pintail, Aythya, my first Blue-wing Teal, G-w Teal, Swans, at least one Eurasian Wigeon and so on. Happy birding, Gary --

[cayugabirds-l] Whimbrel at Myers Point spit

There is a Whimbrel on the spit at Myers Point with the gulls now. 4:12pm Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Orange-crowned Warbler at Hawthorn Woods

Chris Wood and Grant found a singing Orange-crowned Warbler in the Hawthorns at the NW corner hedgerow. I was able to hear it singing its descending trill as I walked up by the softball field. Suan and I saw a dull plain Warbler briefly in the same area, that may possibly be the singer. Gary

[cayugabirds-l] Great Egret at Stewart Park

In the river across from the boathouse this afternoon. A hard bird for Ithaca this spring. Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Myers Point Red-necked Grebe

There is a close-in Red-necked Grebe just off Salt Point in Myers. I’m viewing from the canoe rack under the pavilion to keep out of the rain. 4:15pm Gary -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Franklin Mountain CBC fieldtrip Saturday 23rd.

to cancel for rain I'll notify the list by Friday. We will be standing most of the time, although there benches and a picnic table. We will return to Ithaca by 5pm at the latest. https://doas.us/research/franklin-mountain-hawkwatch/ Gary Gary Kohlenberg 607 342-3810 jg...@cornell.edu<mailto

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