While birding Jones Beach this afternoon, I saw an interesting small,
Ross's -type goose along the south side of Ocean Parkway, feeding on
the lawn in front of the West Bathhouse (within the chain-link fenced
area). Dave LaMagna originally discovered and photographed this
individual yesterday.
This bird initially struck me as very similar to a Ross's with a
distinct blue base to the bill and the absence of a noticeable grin
patch. However, upon closer inspection, the bird exhibited a slightly
curved base to the bill as well as a bit larger bill than may be
expected - possibly pointing toward a hybrid.
Photos can be seen at the end of this album:
https://picasaweb.google.com/117391989476777248424/NewYorkBirds2012
Good birding,
Michael McBrien
East Patchogue
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