[cayugabirds-l] Surf Scoter

2023-10-09 Thread Ann Mitchell
There is a Surf Scoter at Stewart park. Presently on the east side. Ann Mitchell Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[cayugabirds-l] Great Egrets

2023-04-23 Thread Ann Mitchell
There were at least 4 Great Egrets flying around at Tschache Pool. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[cayugabirds-l] Caspian Tern

2023-04-04 Thread Ann Mitchell
There is a Caspian Tern at Stewart Park. Found by Gladys Birdsall. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[cayugabirds-l] Great Egret

2023-04-04 Thread Ann Mitchell
At the east end of Stewart Park. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Osprey

2023-04-01 Thread Ann Mitchell
There is an Osprey fixing up the nest by Game Farm Road. Welcome back and may you have many offspring!! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Help ID'ing peep?

2022-05-21 Thread Ann Mitchell
Looks like avLeast Sandpiper to me, also Ann Sent from my iPhone > On May 21, 2022, at 10:29 PM, William Baker wrote: > > I could be off here but looks like Least to me. The brown look to the back > and slight curve to the bill are what I’m going by. > > Bill Baker > > Sent from my

[cayugabirds-l] Baltimore Oriole

2022-05-02 Thread Ann Mitchell
I filled a hanging coconut with grape jelly about an hour ago and a Baltimore Oriole just ate some. So cool!!! Good birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Follow-up communication to Cornell re mowing of hay at peak nesting time

2021-06-27 Thread Ann Mitchell
Thanks for the superb letter. Ann Mitchell Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 27, 2021, at 3:34 PM, Rebecca Hansen wrote: > >  Wonderful. Thanks so much. > > Sent from my iPad > >>> On Jun 27, 2021, at 1:42 PM, Jody Enck wrote: >>> >>  >> Hel

[cayugabirds-l] Black-throated Green Warbler

2021-04-27 Thread Ann Mitchell
It’s back at Park Preserve South! Good birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- 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] our foy chipping sparrow

2021-03-31 Thread Ann Mitchell
I finally got my first Chipping Sparrow. Good birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 31, 2021, at 11:42 AM, Marty Schlabach wrote: > >  > We just had our first of the year chipping sparrow at our feeders. > --Marty Schlabach >Interlaken, NY > > -- > Cayugabirds-L List Info: >

[cayugabirds-l] Osprey

2021-03-30 Thread Ann Mitchell
The Osprey nest just north of Union Springs had two Osprey when I drove by. Looked like they were having a bit of fun. Best, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Ithaca Osprey

2021-03-27 Thread Ann Mitchell
There is another Osprey at the nest off Game Farm Road, Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 27, 2021, at 5:53 PM, Dave Nutter wrote: > >  > 14:47pm: I had a second sighting of a northbound Osprey over the Flood > Control Channel past my place. The first bird went straight and steady about >

[cayugabirds-l] Bad news for Osprey along 5 & 20

2021-03-23 Thread Ann Mitchell
The nests are being torn down and replaced with the discs. No sign of Osprey. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Robins

2021-01-29 Thread Ann Mitchell
Just looked out the window and there are 3+ Am Robins sitting in the privet next to the house. Guess the snow has baffled them. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Rough-legged Hawk

2021-01-21 Thread Ann Mitchell
Linda and I saw one on Mt. Pleasant Road near the Observatory. It would use the tree near there to perch looking for food. When it flew the underwings were very light. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Siskins

2020-11-30 Thread Ann Mitchell
I have had 16-21 siskins at my feeders for a couple weeks now. It's pretty cool watching them. They move so quickly, that it is hard to get an accurate count. Good luck with the bears! Ann On Mon, Nov 30, 2020 at 12:11 PM Dave Nutter wrote: > I haven’t seen them yet today, but for the last 3

[cayugabirds-l] 2 caged birds

2020-07-03 Thread Ann Mitchell
I have 2 caged birds in my yard - a yellow one and a blue one (the blue one has momentarily disappeared). My neighbor put out an email to Ithaca neighborhood East. Are there any other places I can post them? Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

[cayugabirds-l] Indigo Buntings

2020-05-14 Thread Ann Mitchell
About 20 minutes ago I had 4 buntings at me feeders. They certainly must like my back yard! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Indigo Buntings

2020-05-14 Thread Ann Mitchell
For the past 3-4 days I have had an Indigo Bunting at my feeders. 2 days ago, 2 INBUs were on the feeders. I thought that was really neat. Then today about 15 minutes ago, there were 3 Indigo Buntings at my feeders!! That was really cool! Stay healthy! Best, Ann Sent from my iPhone --

Re: [cayugabirds-l] FOY White-crowned Sparrow

2020-05-04 Thread Ann Mitchell
I just had my first White-crowned Sparrow at my feeder too. Nice wind they came in on. Ann Sent from my iPhone > On May 4, 2020, at 9:33 AM, W Larry Hymes wrote: > >  We just had our FOY WHITE-CROWNED SPARROW. It fed momentarily, before > being chase off by a squirrel. > > Larry >

Re: [cayugabirds-l] 8 white throated sparrows

2020-05-01 Thread Ann Mitchell
I also have quite a few White-throated Sparrows. I also had a Field Sparrow here for a day. Ann Sent from my iPhone > On May 1, 2020, at 7:23 PM, Donna Lee Scott wrote: > >  Skootching around under 1 large bush in my yard this evening! > > Donna Scott > Lansing > Sent from my iPhone > --

[cayugabirds-l] Rose-breasted Grosbeak

2020-05-01 Thread Ann Mitchell
I had my first Rose-breasted Grosbeak at my feeders today. It is officially spring! Best, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Brant

2019-10-31 Thread Ann Mitchell
There are still around 60 Brant at Stewart Park. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Lab of O

2019-09-17 Thread Ann Mitchell
There were 2 Swainson’s Thrushes and a Philadelphia Vireo at the end of Podell bridge. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] CBC Club Field Trip 7:30-4:30

2019-09-05 Thread Ann Mitchell
Please join me for an all day field trip up the lake Saturday, September 7th. We will meet at the lab parking lot and carpool up the lake. Bring food and drink. We will make a stop for sandwiches at the top of the lake. Hopefully, the rarities will still be around. Bring a scope if you have

[cayugabirds-l] Shorebirds in Montezuma

2019-08-09 Thread Ann Mitchell
Herons were present. Good birding, Ann Mitchell Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http

[cayugabirds-l] Great Egrets

2019-07-12 Thread Ann Mitchell
I went back to Thomas Road to recount the Egrets. I counted six at 6:30. They have moved to an area where it is more difficult to see them. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Trip to Danby Hotspots on June 1st

2019-05-30 Thread Ann Mitchell
Please join Wes Blauvelt and me from 7:00 to 12:00 on Saturday morning for a morning of birding the Danby area for Hooded, Mourning, Chestnut-sided and other Warblers and forest birds, plus a trek or to, to a swampy area for Soras and Rails. We will also visit the heron rookery in West Danby.

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Sapsucker Woods, Th 5/16

2019-05-16 Thread Ann Mitchell
Last time I heard one there was the 9th, but I don’t go there every day. Ann Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2019, at 2:35 PM, Linda Orkin wrote: > > Sounds like a wonderful morning. Glad you were out there. > > Interestingly we did not hear any Northern Waterthrush along the Woodleton >

[cayugabirds-l] Common Terns

2019-05-06 Thread Ann Mitchell
There are a number of them seen drone East Shore Park. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Black Terns

2019-04-30 Thread Ann Mitchell
I was at the Montezuma main pool today and saw 2 BLACK TERNS flying in the back of the main pool along with Caspian Terns. Later I stopped by VanDyne Spoor Road because that is where I usually spot them, but they weren’t there yet. Good birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List

Re: [cayugabirds-l] First House Wren this morning

2019-04-23 Thread Ann Mitchell
One showed up at my house, too. Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 23, 2019, at 7:36 AM, AB Clark wrote: > > At least the first prospectively assessing the nest boxes on Hile School Rd. > > This morning at 7am singing atop the empty feeder. > > > Anne Clark > > -- > > Cayugabirds-L List

[cayugabirds-l] Osprey at Stewart Park

2019-03-25 Thread Ann Mitchell
I saw an Osprey flying up the creek heading towards Stewart Park this morning. Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Osprey

2019-03-20 Thread Ann Mitchell
There is an Osprey sitting on a nest which is past Union Springs heading north. It is just across from Connors Road on the west side. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Common Grackles

2019-03-12 Thread Ann Mitchell
I just had my FOY Grackles in my yard! Guess Spring is here (thru the snow flakes)! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Common Redpolls

2019-01-14 Thread Ann Mitchell
The flock is back on the east side sometimes going into the road. The Hoary Redpoll was under cover .:-( Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Eastern Screech-Owl

2019-01-11 Thread Ann Mitchell
Back in the tree at Dandy Mart in Slaterville Springs enjoying the sun. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Redpolls, Aiken Rd. in Enfield - redpoll food

2019-01-09 Thread Ann Mitchell
Not yet! Ann On Wed, Jan 9, 2019 at 9:02 PM psaracin wrote: > Marie, I believe I saw some Queen Anne's Lace in there the other day as > well. > Pete > > > > Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone > > Original message > From: "Marie P. Read" > Date: 1/9/19 8:22 PM

[cayugabirds-l] Pine Siskin

2019-01-03 Thread Ann Mitchell
I just counted 20 at my feeders. I don’t know where they were for “the count” but they are certainly back! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Pine Siskin

2018-12-07 Thread Ann Mitchell
I just counted 22 Pine Siskins at my feeders!!! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Cackling Goose

2018-10-16 Thread Ann Mitchell
Reuben S. called me to report a Cackling Goose at th south east end of Taughannock State Park. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Montezuma

2018-10-14 Thread Ann Mitchell
I stopped by the Montezuma Wildlife Drive around 4:00 today. The Visitor Center was the only place there were shorebirds which included Lesser Yellowlegs, many Killdeer, 2 Dunlin, and 3 Black-bellied Plovers. There was one Snow Goose there. On the back side of the drive just before the Eagle

[cayugabirds-l] Cayuga Bird Club Field Trip

2018-09-06 Thread Ann Mitchell
it. It looks like we will be running into rain, so dress appropriately. Bring a drink and snacks. We will be stopping for a break and food. You can reach me at annmitchel...@gmail.com with questions. See you Sunday! Ann Mitchell Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http

[cayugabirds-l] Common Nighthawks

2018-08-24 Thread Ann Mitchell
I missed Jeremey’s alert about the Nighthawks for about an hour, so I went to Stewart Park. After about an hour I saw one, possibly two, flying around and calling. Good Birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

[cayugabirds-l] Swarovski Binoculars

2018-06-02 Thread Ann Mitchell
I am selling my EL10x42 binoculars. They have recently repaired and returned on 5/16/18. Swarovski repaired the focus mechanism, aligned them, replaced the eye cups and did an inspection and external cleaning. I am asking $1300. Please contact me, if you are interested. Thanks. Ann Mitchell

[cayugabirds-l] Forester’s Tern

2018-05-20 Thread Ann Mitchell
At Marina at Union Springs with lots of Common Terns. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Black-bellied Plovers

2018-05-18 Thread Ann Mitchell
I stopped by Carncross Road Friday around 7:00 pm and saw 3 Black-bellied Plovers in the field. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Park Preserve South

2018-04-24 Thread Ann Mitchell
Linda Clougherty and I were walking there this morning and heard a couple Prairie Warblers and a Louisiana Waterthrush. We also heard a Barred Owl which was being harassed by Ravens. Good birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

[cayugabirds-l] Brown Thrasher

2018-04-23 Thread Ann Mitchell
In my yard! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Virginia Rail

2018-04-12 Thread Ann Mitchell
I stopped at Eaton Marsh to look at the Ross’s Goose, and heard a VIRGINIA RAIL grunting in the marsh! The goose is still present on the back side of the pond. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

[cayugabirds-l] CBC Trip to Dryden Lake

2018-04-10 Thread Ann Mitchell
cars, we ran into an SFO trip and shared the location of the eagle's nest. That was fun. It was only a little after 10 when our trip was over, so we all went to the local diner for breakfast and lots of warm coffee. The was a good day!! Ann Mitchell -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http

[cayugabirds-l] CBC trip to Dryden Lake

2018-04-07 Thread Ann Mitchell
Someone mentioned my phone # was wrong. It is 220-8448. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES:

[cayugabirds-l] CBC Field Trip

2018-04-06 Thread Ann Mitchell
I am leading a trip to Dryden Lake Sunday, April 8th from 7:00 to 11:00. We will meet at the far parking lot at the Lab of Ornithology. It should be a fun trip looking at ducks, Bald Eagles, different Sparrows, and who knows what else. It will be cold, 20’s to 33’s, so dress warmly with good

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Ithaca Ospreys, and other stuff

2018-04-01 Thread Ann Mitchell
thanks, > Candace > >> On Sat, Mar 31, 2018 at 8:49 PM, Dave Nutter <nutter.d...@mac.com> wrote: >> This morning (31 March) I went to Mount Pleasant, joined by Ann Mitchell and >> later Gary Kohlenberg. We were all hoping the south wind would bring >> migrating raptor

[cayugabirds-l] Common Redpoll

2018-03-26 Thread Ann Mitchell
I just saw one at my feeders. They must be moving through. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[cayugabirds-l] Blue-winged Teal

2018-03-16 Thread Ann Mitchell
I was just at the Lab of O and talked with a couple visiting here from MA. They had been to Montezuma earlier today and did not see any Green-winged Teal, but saw two Blue-winged Teal. Good Birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Song Sparrow

2018-03-03 Thread Ann Mitchell
This morning I awoke to a cacophony of Red-wing Blackbirds singing. Thought I was on Van Dyne Spoor Road. No song Sparrow yet. I also had lots of Common Grackles yesterday. Despite the weather, Spring is here! Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 3, 2018, at 12:41 PM, bob mcguire

[cayugabirds-l] Cackling Geese

2018-03-01 Thread Ann Mitchell
While doing the Waterfowl Count for Montezuma, Bob Mcguire, Dave Nutter and I were at Knox Marcellus and found 2 Cackling Geese mixed in with thousands of Snow Geese. Ann Mitchell Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http

[cayugabirds-l] Pine Siskin

2018-02-22 Thread Ann Mitchell
Make that 12+ Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Pine Siskin

2018-02-22 Thread Ann Mitchell
There are at least a half dozen Pine Siskin at my feeders now! Ann Mitchell Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[cayugabirds-l] February 11th CBC Field Trip Up the Lake

2018-02-14 Thread Ann Mitchell
Five intrepid birders joined me for an excellent day of birding. We met at Stewart Park in the icy parking lot and scoped out the gulls. There were no white-winged gulls, so we headed to East Shore Park where we saw a number of WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS, LONG-TAILED DUCKS, MERGANSERS, COOTS, and Dave

[cayugabirds-l] Tomorrow’s CBC field trip

2018-02-10 Thread Ann Mitchell
Regarding the trip around the lake tomorrow - I will be at Stewart Park tomorrow at 8:00. Because of the weather prediction we may have to cancel, but will decide then. Thanks. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

[cayugabirds-l] CBC Field Trip Sunday

2018-02-08 Thread Ann Mitchell
Hi, I am leading a trip around the lake on Sunday the 11th from 8:00 to 4:00, meeting at the east side of Stewart Park to carpool. Come a little early. The plan is to see waterfowl, Snowy Owls (hopefully), field birds, raptors, etc. Bring snacks, lunch, something to drink. We will make a stop

[cayugabirds-l] Northern Shrike

2018-01-26 Thread Ann Mitchell
I was at Carncross Road in Savannah tonight looking for Short-eared Owls. Around 5:05, I noticed a Northern Shrike sitting in the bushes. Maybe it is the same bird that was there last year. Good birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

[cayugabirds-l] Pine Siskin

2018-01-22 Thread Ann Mitchell
Pine Siskin still around! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Greater White-fronted Goose correction

2018-01-20 Thread Ann Mitchell
Sorry - at Indian Point Oswego County. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Greater White-fronted Goose

2018-01-20 Thread Ann Mitchell
Stacy Robinson asked me to report that she just saw one on the ice at Crown Point, Oswego. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Pine Siskins

2018-01-13 Thread Ann Mitchell
I have one, too. Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 13, 2018, at 1:51 PM, "glen...@frontiernet.net" > wrote: > > I've got two male Pine Siskins foraging under my feeders here in Brooktondale > on Valley Rd. > > Anyone else seen them today? > > Glen Robertson > -- >

[cayugabirds-l] Tagged Trumpeter Swan

2018-01-10 Thread Ann Mitchell
When I was at Aurora looking at 2 Glaucous Gulls on Monday (pointed out to me by Gary Kohlenberg) there were 2 Trumpeter Swans resting on the ice next to the lake. One was tagged so I reported the number to a banding lab. Surprisingly, I heard back from them today, telling me it was banded on

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Cyndi Tkachuck

2018-01-09 Thread Ann Mitchell
Anyone know their address to send condolences? Thanks, Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 9, 2018, at 11:46 AM, Linda Orkin wrote: > > I’m very sorry that to hear this. Cyndy and Richard were shining lights in > our bird club during their active years. As president at the

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Glaucoma Gull

2018-01-08 Thread Ann Mitchell
Cell: 607-342-4594 > > > From: <bounce-122180389-3493...@list.cornell.edu> on behalf of Donna Lee > Scott <d...@cornell.edu> > Reply-To: Donna Lee Scott <d...@cornell.edu> > Date: Monday, January 8, 2018 at 1:58 PM > To: Ann Mitchell <annmitc

[cayugabirds-l] Glaucoma Gull

2018-01-08 Thread Ann Mitchell
Seen from Boat House at Aurora Bay Sent from my iPhone -- 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] count week birds

2017-12-30 Thread Ann Mitchell
Peregrine Falcon - I stopped by Stevenson Road today to see the Black Vultures and it flew by landing among the Pheasants for a minute, but didn’t carry any off! Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 30, 2017, at 5:42 PM, Kevin J. McGowan wrote: > > I was scouting out my

[cayugabirds-l] Short-eared Owl Trip

2017-12-14 Thread Ann Mitchell
Hi everyone, I am leading a Short-eared Owl Trip this Saturday. We will meet at the Lab of Ornithology parking lot at 3:00 pm to carpool and returning somewhere around 6:00pm. Please dress for the weather. See you Saturday! You can reach me at annmitchel...@gmail.com or 607-220-8448 for

[cayugabirds-l] Cackling Goose

2017-11-16 Thread Ann Mitchell
Sorry. It’s a Canada Goose. :-( Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Stewart Park

2017-11-16 Thread Ann Mitchell
Just heard that the Red Phalarope flew. It still may be around. Anyway, after getting good goods at the Phalarope, I started counting Canada Geese. The 4 Brant were still there and a CACKLING GOOSE was in with the geese flock. Good Birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

Re: [cayugabirds-l] ibis on Armitage rd, Wayne Co

2017-11-05 Thread Ann Mitchell
I was there with Dave Nutter, Melissa and Wade Rowley, and Kevin McGann. Wade and I walked up closer, but the bird was still far away. We thought it might be a 1st winter bird. It had no white around it’s eye which was not red. I was told it could still be a WFIB because the red eye wouldn’t

Re: [cayugabirds-l] 65 Sandhill Cranes

2017-10-26 Thread Ann Mitchell
Sounds good to me! Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 26, 2017, at 8:40 AM, Dave Nutter wrote: > > “Cranery” sounds like a nest colony (they don’t do that) or communal roost. > Also auto-spell-correct changes cranery to cranberry. How about “cranefield” > for where a large

[cayugabirds-l] Brant

2017-10-09 Thread Ann Mitchell
The Brant is still at Montezuma in the middle of the main pool with many ducks around it. I also noticed many fewer shorebirds than usual. The Visitor's Center was the only place where I located any. Good Birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info:

[cayugabirds-l] Yellow Legs at Mill Pond, Union Springs

2017-08-26 Thread Ann Mitchell
Returning from Montezuma this evening, I stopped by Mill Pond to see what ducks were there. They were pretty much sleeping Mallards among the "floatsome". The surprising thing was seeing a Lesser Yellowlegs pecking and scurrying around on the vegetation! Good birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone

[cayugabirds-l] Peregrine Falcon

2017-08-03 Thread Ann Mitchell
I just saw one as I was driving down Seneca Street by Titus Avenue at 4:25. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Orchard Oriole

2017-05-10 Thread Ann Mitchell
At the Swan Pen. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Rose- breasted Grosbeak

2017-05-02 Thread Ann Mitchell
I just saw my first ROSE-BREASTED GROSBEAK at my feeders. Earlier today and yesterday there were two PINE SISKIN also present. Happy spring!! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] Salt Point Birds

2017-04-29 Thread Ann Mitchell
Susan and I took a walk there this afternoon. Highlights were our first ORCHARD ORIOLE of the year (maybe the first one back to that spot), numerous YELLOW WARBLERS and BLUE-GRAY GNATCATCHERS. WARBLING VIREOS were singing the whole time we were there. At the west end of Salt Point just north of

[cayugabirds-l] Great Horned Owl at Renwick

2017-04-25 Thread Ann Mitchell
I spotted the owl in the back of the woods. It was very inconspicuous except for a noisy crow. It would be really cool if they could find a nesting spot there again! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Red-necked Grebes, Dryden Lake

2017-04-14 Thread Ann Mitchell
There is presently only one Red-necked Grebe swimming with four Mallards. Ann Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 14, 2017, at 7:03 AM, Jay McGowan wrote: > > Last night at sunset two nice alternate RED-NECKES GREBES accompanied a > flotilla of 11 Horned Grebes on Dryden Lake. Not

[cayugabirds-l] Eastern Towhee

2017-04-11 Thread Ann Mitchell
At the Lab of O at the beginning of the Wilson Trail. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Purple Finch

2017-04-11 Thread Ann Mitchell
I just had 3 males and 3 females at my feeders. Beautiful!!! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[cayugabirds-l] Trip to Dryden Lake

2017-04-06 Thread Ann Mitchell
The trip I'm leading is for April 8th. Sorry. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Upcoming trip to Dryden Lake

2017-04-06 Thread Ann Mitchell
Hi, I am leading a trip to Dryden Lake on Saturday, September 8th. We will meet at the far parking lot at the Lab of Ornithology at 7:00 am to carpool there. Expect to be back by noon. Hopefully, we will have good weather and see some spring migrants! You can reach me at my email address or

[cayugabirds-l] Eastern Meadowlarks

2017-03-11 Thread Ann Mitchell
There are two!!! Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Eastern Meadowlark

2017-03-11 Thread Ann Mitchell
On the side of the road across from the entrance to the Freeze Road Garden. There is Grey Fox further back in the field. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES

[cayugabirds-l] American Pipits

2017-03-11 Thread Ann Mitchell
There are 6 pipits near the picnic area by Myers Point. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES:

[cayugabirds-l] Mud Lock Eagle Nest

2017-03-09 Thread Ann Mitchell
I stopped there today to see if there were eagles on the nest. Apparently the wind blew it down. Someone told me an eagle was checking out the Osprey nest. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME

[cayugabirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon Tschache Pool

2017-02-27 Thread Ann Mitchell
It was resting with about 60 American Wigeon. Good birding, Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[cayugabirds-l] CBC Field Trip Around The Lake this Saturday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

2017-02-09 Thread Ann Mitchell
Meet on the east side of Stewart Park to carpool. Dress warmly, bring food and drink. We will stop a couple places for a break. Bring a scope if you have one. It should be a fun trip. You can reach me at 607-220-8448 or annmitchel...@gmail.com if you have any questions. See you Saturday, Ann

Re: [cayugabirds-l] Robins

2017-02-05 Thread Ann Mitchell
There was a large flock of Robins on Cliff Street south of Vinegar Street. I saw them at 9:00 a.m.and at 4:30 p.m. Ann Mitchell On Sun, Feb 5, 2017 at 5:07 PM, Gladys Birdsall <g...@outlook.com> wrote: > Yesterday morning, Jan. 4th, I was out walking the dogs, up here on Mt. &

[cayugabirds-l] Glaucous Gull

2017-01-15 Thread Ann Mitchell
Gotta love autocorrect. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] Glaucoma Gull

2017-01-15 Thread Ann Mitchell
Juvenile Glaucous Gull at Stewart Park at 7:00 A.M. Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[cayugabirds-l] American Pipits

2017-01-15 Thread Ann Mitchell
Six pipits at Myers Ann Sent from my iPhone -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

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