Sorry for late posting, but haven't had access to internet. Around 1:30 this afternoon, I was stopped at the light where Triphammer Rd crosses Rt 13. Noticed a kiting raptor out passenger window. Immediately thought Mississippi Kite based on perfect kiting behavior/posture... Head pointed down, long pointed wings, long flared rounded tail. When bird flew past caught quick glimpse of dark near the eye. Otherwise did not see much in the way of details. Had to keep half my eyes on the road and other half on bird. I know Peregrines are about the same size as Mississippi Kites, but I don't know if they kite. Any info on likelihood or other possibilities would be appreciated. Keep your eyes open around the Triphammer Rd/Rt 13 area.
Again sorry for the late post and sorry I didn't have time to try to chase the bird. Susan -- Cayugabirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/CayugabirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/cayugabirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/Cayugabirds 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CAYU.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
