[nysbirds-l] NORTHERN LAPWING Directions

From Mardi Dickinson: 11/28 -- NORTHERN LAPWING found by Phil Rusch today in Storrs, CT. Seem by many birders. Direction & Map: http://kymry.wordpress.com/2010/11/28/northern-lapwing-in-ct/ Cheers, Mardi Dickinson Twitter: http://twitter.com/MardiWD -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] One shy of a "Trifecta"

Stan Kirsh, originally from Wading River, N.Y., residing now in North East, Md., (to my knowledge) was the first person to use the term "Trifecta", to describe his first 3 "lifer" day- Tom Moran came up 1 short of that today! However, because of the quality of the two "black, white and gray

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach west end: Orange-crowned Warbler, Purple Sandpipers, & N. Shrike

The high points of the 5 hours (8:15-1:15) I spent birding the west end of Jones Beach State Park today (Sunday), included the following: an ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER, observed along the fisherman's trail that runs down to the beach from the southwest corner of Parking Field 2; 15 PURPLE SANDPIPERS

[nysbirds-l] Updates: NYC Area eBird.org Table (Cave Swallow)

Cave Swallow added to: Richmond County (Staten Island) +1 for both 2010 & overall lists. http://novahunter.blogspot.com/2010/10/ebirdorg-nyc-area-reports.html#NoteRichmond Westchester County +1 for both the 2010 & overall lists.

[nysbirds-l] Central Park Varied Thrush (YES)...

Doug Futuyma, Patricia Lindsay and I enjoyed very good looks of the Varied Thrush at the Maintenance Meadow in Central Park today. Some, not so great photos can be seen here http://birdingdude.blogspot.com/ Good and responsible birding! Andrew Baksh Queens, NY www.birdingdude.blogspot.com --

[nysbirds-l] Northern Lapwing yes

Had the Northern Lapwing in Storrs, CT at around 3:30pm today.  It was out of view, but about 10 minutes after I got there it was flushed (unfortunately) by some birders.  Would've liked to had longer looks but atleast got nice views of it circling and flying.  Very nice state bird.  Who

Re: [nysbirds-l] Northern Lapwing Storrs Connecticut

Directions given so far assume a lot of familiarity; as near as I can make out, observation is from here; 41.818772,-72.256471 - Google Maps -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] East Hampton - Hampton Bays: Late Great Egret, Red-Throated Loons, Merlin

This morning the ocean in East Hampton held several *Red-Throated Loons*. On Hook Pond were *Hooded Mergansers*, 1 *Belted Kingfishe*r and on dry land nearby was a *Ring-necked Pheasant*. *Ruddy Ducks* were spotted off of Cobb Isle Rd. in Water Mill and S*urf Scoters* were in small numbers at

[nysbirds-l] No Orchard Beach Barnacle Goose

Della, Carol Weiss, and I searched for the Orchard Beach Barnacle Goose from about 9:45 AM to 1 PM today (11/28/2010) without success. Did find two Monk Parakeets in the crab apple trees along the grassy area south of the main parking lot (40.866842, -73.795802). Alan Wells Rockland, NY --

[nysbirds-l] Varied Thrush, Central Park

I hadn't seen this bird reported on the state listserv yet. There is a Varied Thrush in Central Park's Maintenance Meadow (at the northeast corner of the ramble). When I arrived at 11:45 or so the bird had been seen three times in the last hour or so and it showed itself off and on for the

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull Pt Lookout, Common Ground-Dove Captree

Bobby Rosetti and Eric Reubel found a 1st winter Black-headed Gull at Point Lookout this morning, around 9AM. First it was on the spit by the firemen's area, after which it flew south. It was located shortly afterward frequenting the eastern-most jetty and the area around, often leaving but

[nysbirds-l] Northern Lapwing Storrs Connecticut

There is a Northern Lapwing currently being seen in Storrs Connecticut. Go to their listserv for directions. John Haas -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES ARCHIVES: 1)

Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose at Orchard Beach

I would like to know if the Bernacle Goose has been seen today (Sunday, November 28) ? We went to Orchard Beach yesterday (from 12:00 to 3:00PM) but we could not locate the bird among the several groups of Canada Geese that were on the grass areas near the main parking (first road to the right

[nysbirds-l] CT NORTHERN LAPWING YES

NORTHERN LAPWING Storrs CT Directions: 84 E, Uconn exit, Route 195 towards UConn right at light just before Uconn W Lot on right bird is in large cornfield next to W lot. With Killdeers. Scope looks at distance. Thanks to Phil Rusch for finding this bird. OMG what next for CT. Cheers, Mardi

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses SP (Suffolk Co.)-11/28

I witnessed a nice movement of land birds from the hawk watch at Robert Moses State Park today in a light northerly wind. I began at 6:40 AM and ended at 7:20 AM. Numbers are below. *1 White-winged Crossbill-* Adult female, circled platform, calling, before landing in nearby pine. Gave

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose Reported to Euring

>From the details on the band, I have reported the Barnacle Goose. If you check >the link below, a duplicate of the ring appears. This might help for future >reference. BTW- "Banding" is referred to as "Ringing." in Great Britain.

Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, picture of metal band

Good Morning! I received a reply back from Steve Percival with info about the banded Goose. I have also forwarded to him Jack's picture with the bird's ID number. I am really looking forward to his reply. Will keep the community posted. shari Many thanks indeed for this excellent

Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, picture of metal band

great photos Jack... Check out Drilbu Designs fashion jewelry www.etsy.com/shop/drilbudesigns http://drilbudesigns.blogspot.com/ check out my blog, cause you know, it's all about me! From: Jack Rothman To: drilbu Sent: Sun, November 28, 2010

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose

Congratulations to both Shari and Jack for their efforts in getting the information on the Barnacle Goose. This is great news for all of us. I hope someone will help the bird out with the band problem. Congrats again! John Haas -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose

Congratulations to both Shari and Jack for their efforts in getting the information on the Barnacle Goose. This is great news for all of us. I hope someone will help the bird out with the band problem. Congrats again! John Haas -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, picture of metal band

Good Morning! I received a reply back from Steve Percival with info about the banded Goose. I have also forwarded to him Jack's picture with the bird's ID number. I am really looking forward to his reply. Will keep the community posted. shari Many thanks indeed for this excellent

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose Reported to Euring

From the details on the band, I have reported the Barnacle Goose. If you check the link below, a duplicate of the ring appears. This might help for future reference. BTW- Banding is referred to as Ringing. in Great Britain.

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses SP (Suffolk Co.)-11/28

I witnessed a nice movement of land birds from the hawk watch at Robert Moses State Park today in a light northerly wind. I began at 6:40 AM and ended at 7:20 AM. Numbers are below. *1 White-winged Crossbill-* Adult female, circled platform, calling, before landing in nearby pine. Gave

[nysbirds-l] Northern Lapwing Storrs Connecticut

There is a Northern Lapwing currently being seen in Storrs Connecticut. Go to their listserv for directions. John Haas -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull Pt Lookout, Common Ground-Dove Captree

Bobby Rosetti and Eric Reubel found a 1st winter Black-headed Gull at Point Lookout this morning, around 9AM. First it was on the spit by the firemen's area, after which it flew south. It was located shortly afterward frequenting the eastern-most jetty and the area around, often leaving but

[nysbirds-l] Varied Thrush, Central Park

I hadn't seen this bird reported on the state listserv yet. There is a Varied Thrush in Central Park's Maintenance Meadow (at the northeast corner of the ramble). When I arrived at 11:45 or so the bird had been seen three times in the last hour or so and it showed itself off and on for the

[nysbirds-l] No Orchard Beach Barnacle Goose

Della, Carol Weiss, and I searched for the Orchard Beach Barnacle Goose from about 9:45 AM to 1 PM today (11/28/2010) without success. Did find two Monk Parakeets in the crab apple trees along the grassy area south of the main parking lot (40.866842, -73.795802). Alan Wells Rockland, NY --

[nysbirds-l] East Hampton - Hampton Bays: Late Great Egret, Red-Throated Loons, Merlin

This morning the ocean in East Hampton held several *Red-Throated Loons*. On Hook Pond were *Hooded Mergansers*, 1 *Belted Kingfishe*r and on dry land nearby was a *Ring-necked Pheasant*. *Ruddy Ducks* were spotted off of Cobb Isle Rd. in Water Mill and S*urf Scoters* were in small numbers at

Re: [nysbirds-l] Northern Lapwing Storrs Connecticut

Directions given so far assume a lot of familiarity; as near as I can make out, observation is from here; 41.818772,-72.256471 - Google Maps -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Northern Lapwing yes

Had the Northern Lapwing in Storrs, CT at around 3:30pm today.  It was out of view, but about 10 minutes after I got there it was flushed (unfortunately) by some birders.  Would've liked to had longer looks but atleast got nice views of it circling and flying.  Very nice state bird.  Who

[nysbirds-l] Central Park Varied Thrush (YES)...

Doug Futuyma, Patricia Lindsay and I enjoyed very good looks of the Varied Thrush at the Maintenance Meadow in Central Park today. Some, not so great photos can be seen here http://birdingdude.blogspot.com/ Good and responsible birding! Andrew Baksh Queens, NY www.birdingdude.blogspot.com --

[nysbirds-l] Updates: NYC Area eBird.org Table (Cave Swallow)

Cave Swallow added to: Richmond County (Staten Island) +1 for both 2010 overall lists. http://novahunter.blogspot.com/2010/10/ebirdorg-nyc-area-reports.html#NoteRichmond Westchester County +1 for both the 2010 overall lists.

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach west end: Orange-crowned Warbler, Purple Sandpipers, N. Shrike

The high points of the 5 hours (8:15-1:15) I spent birding the west end of Jones Beach State Park today (Sunday), included the following: an ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER, observed along the fisherman's trail that runs down to the beach from the southwest corner of Parking Field 2; 15 PURPLE SANDPIPERS

[nysbirds-l] One shy of a Trifecta

Stan Kirsh, originally from Wading River, N.Y., residing now in North East, Md., (to my knowledge) was the first person to use the term Trifecta, to describe his first 3 lifer day- Tom Moran came up 1 short of that today! However, because of the quality of the two black, white and gray

[nysbirds-l] NORTHERN LAPWING Directions

From Mardi Dickinson: 11/28 -- NORTHERN LAPWING found by Phil Rusch today in Storrs, CT. Seem by many birders. Direction Map: http://kymry.wordpress.com/2010/11/28/northern-lapwing-in-ct/ Cheers, Mardi Dickinson Twitter: http://twitter.com/MardiWD -- NYSbirds-L List Info: