[nysbirds-l] Orinoco Geese at Harbor Island Park

Just sending out a report for Doug Bloom who called me this morning to let me know he had what appeared to be two Orinoco Geese with Canadas at Harbor Island Park in Mamaroneck.  They were scared away eventually by a dog walker.  They sure traveled a long way:-)  They were not there in the late

[nysbirds-l] Orinoco Goose correction

Wanted to correct the id of the geese previously reported by me from a second hand report as Orinoco Geese.  Today around 4:15pm I saw them at Harbor Island Park in Mamaroneck, but to my surprise they were Egyptian Geese not Orinocos, a male and a female.  I got a quick look at them on land

[nysbirds-l] FOS Ospreys and peregrine action including mating

Had my FOS Ospreys yesterday circling over the Trump Plaza in New Rochelle.  There were 3 of them.  Also, the two Peregrines were very vocal and active again flying around and at one point copulating on the building.  Looks like they might be getting ready to nest there or somewhere close.  

[nysbirds-l] raven in Hartsdale

Had a Common Raven in the parking lot of of the new Hmart across from the TD bank in Hartsdale on Central Ave.  It got chased off by the ubiquitous Fish Crows and flew north with them in hot pursuit.  It was most likely one of the pair from White Plains.  It's amazing how tiny the crows are

[nysbirds-l] more peregrine behavior

I've noticed the peregrine pair on the Trump Plaza in New Rochelle have been hanging out on one corner of the building where there is a large flat area and saw one of them walk back from the edge towards the rear of the ledge.  Could be a nest area.  We shall see.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block

[nysbirds-l] Red-necked Grebe at Van Cortlandt Park

The Red-necked Grebe was still at Van Cortlandt park on the lake as of about 1:30pm today.  It was swimming with a female Gadwall.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; 

[nysbirds-l] Ward Pound Ridge Reservation birds

4/16/12 - Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River, NY   Time:  10:30am to 3:30pm Observers:  Andrew Block   5 Turkey Vultures 2 Mallards 1 Osprey 2 Red-tailed Hawks 2 Cooper's Hawks 2+ Wild Turkeys 1 Belted Kingfisher (at nest) 1 Red-bellied Woodpecker 1 Pileated Woodpecker 3 Eastern Phoebes 2

[nysbirds-l] raven nests

Went to look for the raven nest on the bank building crevice on Main in New Rochelle today that John reported the other day.  Found the nest but no birds.  It's in an unusual place for a ravens nest but it sure appears to be one albeit a small cramped one.  Will check this week on a nicer day

[nysbirds-l] NR ravens

Went to see the raven nest on the bank facade on Main St. in New Rochelle today and was pleased to see the chicks moving around.  No adults were present.  They look to be near fledging.  Also had the house wren back in the yard today, always a treat.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting

[nysbirds-l] NR peregrines

The New Rochelle peregrines were noisy again today.  They were calling to each other and at one point flew off slowly next to each other towards the coast.  One also went after a pigeon in a half hardy attack but totally missed it and then slowly flew low over me back the the plaza.  Quite

[nysbirds-l] Central Park birds

5/6/12 - The Ramble, Central Park, Manhattan, NY   Time:  7:45 to 11:30am Observers:  Andrew Block   2 Double-crested Cormorants 2 Black-crowned Night-Herons 6 Canada Geese 8 Mallards 3 Herring Gulls 5 Mourning Doves 3 Rock Pigeons 2 Red-bellied Woodpeckers 1 Downy Woodpecker 1 Northern Flicker 3

[nysbirds-l] Van Cortlandt Park birds

5/7/12 - Northeast Woods, Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx, NY   Time:  7:30 to 11:30am Observers:  Andrew Block   3 Mallards 3 Red-bellied Woodpeckers 1 Hairy Woodpecker 2 Northern Flickers 2 Great Crested Flycatchers 1 Warbling Vireo 1 Red-eyed Vireo 2 Blue Jays 1 Fish Crow 2 Tufted Titmice 2 White

[nysbirds-l] albino African Collard-Dove

Had an albino African Collard-Dove at work today in New Rochelle.  It flew low over the building and landed across the street from 10 Commerce Dr. on the electrical wires along the train tracks and sat there for 10 or 15 minutes before flying off towards the Trump Plaza.  I walked right to

[nysbirds-l] New Rochelle ravens and peregrines

The peregrine pair at the Trump Plaza was very active yesterday calling and flying around with each other once again giving nice displays.  Evidentily they did try to nest but the eggs failed according to the article in the Journal News yesterday.  They evidentily are debating on puting a nest

[nysbirds-l] Orioles finally back

The baltimore orioles finally showed up today at my birdbath.  For some reason they were more than a month late.  Still no action at the feeders but atleast they're back.  They normally show up in Bronxville in mid April but for some reason none were hear untill now.  Go figure.  Also had a

[nysbirds-l] Doodletown/Mine Rd. birds

5/20/12 - Doodletown Rd./Mine Rd., Bear Mtn. S.P./West Pt. M.R., NY   3 Canada Geese 2 Mallards many Turkey Vultures 6+ Black Vultures 3 Red-tailed Hawks 2 Yellow-billed Cuckoos (nice looks at one) 4+ Ruby-thoated Hummingbirds 2 Red-bellied Woodpeckers 1 Downy Woodpecker 1 Pileated Woodpecker 1

[nysbirds-l] ravens at Palisades Center

Had a pair of ravens yesterday flying over I-87 at exit 12 which is the Palisades Mall exit.  They flew directly over the mall heading southeast.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone:

[nysbirds-l] Hummers back

Finally had a female Ruby-throated Hummingbird back at my feeders two days ago and every one since.  Then just a minute ago had a male at the feeder.  I don't know if the female was the one from last year but hoping it is and that it brought a mate!  Either way it's so cool to have them back,

[nysbirds-l] MS Kites and others

6/3/12 - Sterling Forest S.P., Sterling Forest, NY   Time:  1pm to 2:30pm Observers: Andrew Block, Scott Perry   Had both Mississippi Kites giving a great display in the previously reported spot.  They mated several times, flew around catching dragonflies sometimes coming very close

[nysbirds-l] ravens fledged in New Rochelle

Forgot to mention last thursday and friday I had four ravens flying around the Shoprite and over 10 Commerce Dr. which I presume are the parents and two young from the nest on Main St. in New Rochelle.  Pretty amazing.  I guess they're the start of a colony:-)   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block

[nysbirds-l] sightings

6/7/12 - 10 Commerce Dr., New Rochelle, Westchester Co., NY   1 Black Swallowtail 6+ Cabbage Whites 1 Orange Sulphur Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Cell: 914-319-9701;

[nysbirds-l] Great Horned Owl in yard

As I write this I have a Great Horned Owl calling outside across the street from my house.  Only the third in 40 years.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Cell:

[nysbirds-l] Hummers, ravens, etc.

Still having my Ruby-throated Hummer pair at the feeders though the male left for several weeks but is back regularly now.  He seems to come mostly in the late evening while she comes anytime during the day light hours.  And for the first time I just had both of them interacting together at the

[nysbirds-l] Brown Booby at White Lake WMA, Stillwater, nj still there

I observed the Brown Booby yesterday at the White Lake WMA in Hardwick Twsp., NJ on Rte. 521/Stillwater Rd..  It was far away on the dock but did fly a little towards us into a tree to roost for the night.  I was there from about 7pm to 8pm and it was still there when I left.  A scope is

[nysbirds-l] Peregrine falcon on Central Ave

Had a peregrine falcon chasing pigeons above the Kohls on Central Ave in Yonkers today.  I was pretty low and went over a few times before disappearing.  First time I've seen one on CA.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville,

[nysbirds-l] Bald Eagle in Oneonta

On friday I had an adult Bald Eagle in a tree along the Susquehanna River just befor the Morris exit on I-88 in Oneonta.  Quite a beautiful bird.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone:

[nysbirds-l] Broad-winged Hawks in Yorktown

Yesterday I had two Broad-winged Hawks circling and calling over my friends house on Spalding Rd. in Yorktown Heights.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Cell:

[nysbirds-l] orioles and hummers still around

My Ruby-throated Hummer pair and the male and a juv. Baltimore Oriole are still coming to the feeders. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Cell: 914-319-9701; Fax:

[nysbirds-l] Yellow Warbler death observed in New Rochelle

On my way home tonight I observed a female Yellow Warbler hopping around in my lane on Lincoln Ave just south of DeWitt Rd. in New Rochelle.  There was alot of traffic at that time and I was able to slowly drive over it without harm as did two other drivers behind me.  I pulled over to try to

[nysbirds-l] Hawks in Unadilla

While out fishing today I had a number of hawks migrating through.  Had one Northern Harrier, two Red-shouldereds, a Cooper's, and two Sharpies fly by low over Buckhorn Lake in Unadilla.  Also had a Pileated and several flocks of migrating warblers in the trees.  Several Red-breasted Nuthatches

[nysbirds-l] Woodlawn Cemetary birds

9/30/12 - Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, NY   Time: 12:45pm to 3:30pm Observers:  Andrew Block   2 Palm Warblers 3+ Yellow-rumped Warblers 4+ Northern Parulas 1 Blue-winged Warbler 3+ Blackpoll Warblers 1 Nashville Warbler 2 Brown Thrashers 3 Eastern Wood-Pewees 1 Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 2 Northern

[nysbirds-l] yard birds

Had my first nice migrants coming thru today.  A pair of Common Yellowthroats and a Swamp Sparrow are here now hopping around.  Also had the first White-throated Sparrow of the season with the swamp.  A Hermit Thrush has been hanging around too.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting

[nysbirds-l] 1st. siskins of the season

Just had a Pine Siskin at my birdbath.  When I went out to fill the feeder a minute ago I thought I heard more than one in the trees.  Looks like it's going to be a good season for them.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville,

[nysbirds-l] update 1st siskins of season

I was write, there were atleast 30+ siskins in the flock, so I went and put another feeder out.  Of course most of them flew off but I hope they stick around.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York

[nysbirds-l] NYBG birds

10/27/12 - NY Botanical Garden, Bronx, NY   Time:  10am to 4pm Observers:  Andrew Block, Nobue Sato, Margaret Falk   12+ Wood Ducks several Mallards 1 Cooper's Hawk 3 Red-tailed Hawks 1 American Kestrel 2 Wild Turkeys 1 Red-bellied Woodpecker 3 Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers 1 Downy Woodpecker 4

[nysbirds-l] Monk Parakeets in Harstdale

While waiting to be seated at the Fountain Diner on Central Ave in Harstdale this morning around 11am I noticed three Monk Parakeets flying west over me and continued over the trees and disappeared.  They were surprisingly quiet for Monks.  I guess they were coming from one of the colonies in

[nysbirds-l] Van Cortlandt geese

Had the Barnacle Goose, Cackling Goose, and several possible Dusky Canadas at the Parade Ground at Van Cortlandt Park with the two large Canada Goose flocks.  The "Dusky Geese", ssp. occidentalis, seemed not only to look different but sounded slightly different too.  The cackling looks to be

[nysbirds-l] my CBC count area birds

 12/23/12 - my count area for CBC, Bronxville/Tuckahoe/Eastchester/part of New Rochelle & Mt. Vernon, Westchester Co., NY Time:  8am to 4:30pm Observers:  Andrew Block 184 Canada Geese 2 American Black Ducks 75 Mallards 23 Green-winged Teals 3 Buffleheads 17 Hooded Mergansers 25 Ruddy Duc

[nysbirds-l] Marshlands & Nature Study Woods birds incl. Orange-crowned Warbler

12/24/12 - Marshlands Conservancy, Rye, NY Time:  11:30am to 1:30pm Observers:  Andrew Block 3 American Tree Sparrows 1 Field Sparrow 1 Fox Sparrow several Song Sparrows several White-throated Sparrows several Dark-eyed Juncos 1 Orange-crowned Warbler (brightly colored ind. w/ very gray head) 20

[nysbirds-l] New yard bird

 I just had an American Tree Sparrow at my feeding station which was a new yard bird.  I've been expecting one for a long time.  Surprised one hadn't shown sooner.  This was number 117. Andrew   Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville,

[nysbirds-l] Van Cortlandt Park birds

 No Barnacle or Cackling geese today but did have a Common Merganser, 7+ Hooded Mergansers, a Ruddy Duck, and a female Northern Shoveler in with the geese on the lake at Van Cortlandt Golf Course.  Some idiots with a dog scared the geese off the fields soon after I got there so didn't get a

[nysbirds-l] addendum to Van Cortlandt list

 Forgot about the Merlin that came though. Andrew   Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Cell: 914-319-9701; Fax: 914-268-0242 -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Marshlands Conservancy birds

Had the Clay-colored Sparrow and Orange-crowned Warbler this afternoon around 3:30 or so and got some nice shots of the sparrow.  The birds were along the edge of the trees on the parking lot side of the large field where the path juts out around the trees and goes back.  The sparrow was in

[nysbirds-l] L.I. birds incl. Tufted Duck, Eurasian Wigeon, Dovekie, Razorbills

1/20/13 -  Montauk Pt. and vacinity, Suffolk Co., NY several Common Loons 4+ Red-throated Loons 2 Pied-billed Grebes 40+ Horned Grebes 2 American Coots 1 Great Blue Heron many Canada Geese 7+ Snow Geese several Common Eider 60+ Black Scoters 30+ Surf Scoters 30+ White-winged Scoters several

[nysbirds-l] NYS hi

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[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose still at Larchmont Reservoir

Just had the Barnacle Goose at Larchmont Reservoir off Weaver St.  in Larchmont with the usual collection of ducks and geese.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Cell:

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Geese at the Bronx Zoo?

Does anyone know if the Bronx Zoo has any Barnacle Geese in their collection now?  When I worked there in 05 they didn't but haven't been since then so don't know if they do now.  Was wondering because a friend just told me she had a flock of about 7 there last year and got photos of them.  She

[nysbirds-l] Gyr yes at Gilgo Bch.

Had the Gyrfalcon from far away at Gilgo Bch. this am from about 930 to 1140am.  It was in the same area off of the main lot as previously reported.  Also had a flock of about 50 White-winged Crossbills, 6 Killdeer, and 4 Horned Larks near the CG Station.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting

[nysbirds-l] Van Cortlandt Park Tufted Duck?

Evidentily a Tufted Duck was seen at Van Cortlandt Park last saturday, does anyone know if it is still there?  Thanks much. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Cell:

[nysbirds-l] Swamp Sparrow in yard again

As  I write this there is a Swamp Sparrow in my birdbath.  This is the third year in a row we've had them.  Why after 40 years they are suddenly coming is a mystery to me.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New

[nysbirds-l] NYBG birds

4/20/13 - NY Botanical Garden, Bronx, NY   Time:  10am to 3pm Observers:  Andrew Block   1 Double-crested Cormorant 5 Canada Geese 4 Wood Ducks 8+ Mallards (plus two melanistic males) 1 Red-tailed Hawk 3 Rock Pigeons 5 Mourning Doves 2 Great Horned Owls 1 Red-bellied Woodpecker 1 Downy Woodpecker

[nysbirds-l] NYBG birds

5/4/13 - NY Botanical Garden, Bronx, NY   Time:  10:30am to 3pm Observers:  Andrew Block   1 Double-crested Cormorant 1 Great Blue Heron several Mallards 8 Wood Ducks 1 Red-tailed Hawk several Mourning Doves many Chimney Swifts 2 Red-bellied Woodpeckers 1 Downy Woodpecker 1 Northern Flicker 3

[nysbirds-l] yards birds incl cuckoo

I guess the migrants are starting to come finally.  I had a Black-billed Cuckoo calling in the back yard which was my 118 yard bird.  Also had the first Baltimore Oriole back in the yard aswell as a Nashville Warbler and Northern Parula.  They're two or three weeks late but atleast they're here

[nysbirds-l] New Rochelle ravens and peregrines back

The peregrine pair on the Trump Plaza in New Rochelle were back and very active today.  Also had one of the ravens fly past my work place and towards the center of town.  I don't know if they're nesting again on the bank but may be.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife

[nysbirds-l] yard birds

Had the first female Baltimore Oriole of the season at my feeder in Bronxville.  Also had a male Black-throated Blue Warbler at the birdbath.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 Phone: 

[nysbirds-l] first hummer back

Had the female hummer back finally at the feeder.  Also have a light headed female oriole back, so now they're three coming.  Springs here!   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 Phone: 

[nysbirds-l] Sidney Black Vulture

Had a Black Vulture flying over Rte. 8 just north of the Susquehanna River in Sidney, Delaware Co.  This is the furthest north I've seen them in NY.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 Phone: 

[nysbirds-l] female Painted BUnting in New Rochelle

Just had a female Painted Bunting at my work hopping around the playground fence of the daycare business in the building.  Unfortunately I lost track of it but it may still be in the area.  The location is 10 Commerce Dr., New Rochelle. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife

[nysbirds-l] Pileateds everywhere

I guess the Pileated Woodpeckers are doing well in the area.  I've been seeing more and more.  I had one in my back yard on Hancock Ave. in Yonkers this am which is about a block north of Van Cortlandt Park and had one flying over Central Ave. at the intersection of Hartsdale Ave. the other

[nysbirds-l] ravens back

Had the local pair of ravens at 10 Commerce Dr., New Rochelle, today low over the parking lot.  They were heading more or less towards the Shoprite along I-95.  Hadn't seen them in awhile.  I don't believe they nested on Main St. again.  Never saw them at there nest.   Andrew Andrew v. F.

[nysbirds-l] NYBG birds

On a quick trip with my wife around the NY Botanical Garden today I had the usual birds plus several Yellow-rumped Warblers, a Palm Warbler, 2 Swamp Sparrows, 1 or 2 Lincoln's Sparrows, 2 Field Sparrows, an Eastern Phoebe, the first Dark-eyed Juncos of the season, a Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, a

[nysbirds-l] Turtle Cove Red-headed Woodpecker and other birds, Pelham Bay Park

Went to observe the adult Red-headed Woodpecker today from about 11am to 1:30pm and was rewarded with great behavior and views of this gorgeous bird.  It also offered alot better photo ops than the ones in Ridgewood, NJ I was going to.  It was located along the yellow woodchip trail behind the

[nysbirds-l] Monk Parakeets at NYBG

Had 15 Monk Parakeets at the NY Botanical Garden today flying low past the Mosholu Gate.   Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 Phone: 914-963-3080; Cell: 914-319-9701  -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Snowy Owl, Harp Seal, and others on Long Island

My wife Nobue and I and my friend Jon Hall went out to Long Island in search of Snowy Owls and the remote hope of seeing a Harp Seal (Jon is #1 or 2 in lifelist totals of world mammals and wanted to see a Harp Seal).  Jon had never seen a Snowy before so really wanted to see one and I figured

[nysbirds-l] Common Merganser in parking lot

At around 4:30pm today as I walked out of the office at 10 Commerce Dr., adjacent to Trump Plaza, in New Rochelle, I spotted a male Common Merganser standing in our parking lot.  For a brief moment I thought it might be injured but it flew almost immediately out over !-95 and then over towards

[nysbirds-l] Pileated back in my yard

Watching the Pileated Woodpecker back in the maple tree in my back yard as i write this.  Pretty nice yard bird to have.  I presume it's nesting in Van Cortlandt Park since that's right next door to me.   Andrew    Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20 Hancock Avenue,

[nysbirds-l] Doodletown: 20+ warblers incl. Kentucky, Bay-breasted, Cape May and others

 5/18/14 - Doodletown Rd., Bear Mtn. S.P., Rockland Co., NY   Time: 8am to 12:30pm Observers:  Andrew Block   2 Great Blue Herons many Turkey Vultures 1 Black Vulture 2 Red-tailed Hawks 1 Black-billed Cuckoo 1 Ruby-throated Hummingbird 1 Red-bellied Woodpecker 2 Downy Woodpecker 2 Olive-sided

[nysbirds-l] ravens nesting along North Co. Trailway

I was told about ravens nesting along the North County Trailway just south of  Rte. 129 next to the New Croton Reservoir today so I checked them out on my way back from a walk on the trail.  Low and behold there they were with three nests on one of the electrical towers in the Kitchawan

[nysbirds-l] Fw: Fw: Doodletown: 20+ warblers incl. Kentucky, Bay-breasted, Cape May and others

  5/18/14 - Doodletown Rd., Bear Mtn. S.P., Rockland Co., NY > > >Time: 8am to 12:30pm >Observers:  Andrew Block > >2 Great Blue Herons >many Turkey Vultures >1 Black Vulture >2 Red-tailed Hawks >1 Black-billed Cuckoo >1 Ruby-throated Hummingbird >1 Red-belli

[nysbirds-l] Doodletown Kentucky warbler still there but in different spot

 Had the Kentucky Warbler again today at Doodletown Rd., Bear Mtn. S.P. in the am.  It was not in the usual spot on the road to the nursery but just up the left fork up hill from the pond and June Cemetery.  After turning left onto the fork it was on the left directly across from the stone wall

[nysbirds-l] Fw: Stewart State Forest birdsv incl. Chukar

  Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 Phone: 914-963-3080; Cell: 914-319-9701  On , Andrew Block wrote: Oh, I thought you were on the list already.  It's strange, I can send but it doesn't

[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Collard-Dove at Chelsea Pier

 Had the Eurasian Collard-Dove at about 815am at Chelsea Piers at the intersect  ion of 12th Ave & 24th St. on the pier side being fed by a homeless couple.  It was very tame and let me get great shots of it.  It was where the rows of benches are. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting

[nysbirds-l] Cassin's Kingbird -yes

As of 10am today the Cassin's Kingbird at the picknick grounds/community garden is still there giving great looks and photo ops. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 Phone: 914-963-3080; Cell:

[nysbirds-l] Gyrfalcon at Blue Chip Farms, Wallkill, NY

Since I haven't seen a post on this bird I figured I'd let people know that a Gyrfalcon was photographed by someone on the Blue Chip Farm next to Shawangunk Grasslands NWR in Wallkill today.  The photos were on Facebook on the NY Birders page.  Don't know anything else about it.  Hope I can get

[nysbirds-l] Monk Parakeets in Yonkers

Found a Monk Parakeet nest with atleast 3 birds in the vicinity.  As far as I know this is the only nest away from the ones in Larchmont/New Rochelle area in Westchester.  The location is near the intersection of Sumner and Onandaga Aves. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife

[nysbirds-l] Swallow-tailed Kite in Yonkers

At 1:05pm today I had a Swallow-tailed Kite flying south along the Hudson River low over the trees and field at the Untermyer Park in Yonkers off Broadway.   It's amazing that after wondering for so long if I would get a kite in NY and thinking about it yesterday that I would see one today while

[nysbirds-l] the kites in CT and the Yonkers kite

I wonder if the two Swallow-tailed Kites in CT heading this way today and the one I had in Yonkers on the 11th were part of a group of three heading south?   Could be?  Mine was later seen at the Montclair, NJ, hawkwatch. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20

[nysbirds-l] Monk Parakeet at Untermyer Park

Had a Monk Parakeet fly into a tree at Untermyer Park today.  Might have been one from the nest on Sumner Ave. in Yonkers. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4629 Phone: 914-963-3080; Cell:

[nysbirds-l] Doodletown goodies

Had a pretty good morning at Doodletown, Bear Mtn. S.P. in Rockland Co. this am.  Best birds were both orioles, great looks at point blank Hooded and Cerulean Warblers, the continuing Kentucky warbler on the right fork up the hill from the pond, several Scarlet Tanagers, and several Worm-eating

[nysbirds-l] last location of flycatcher in Central Park

Can someone please let me know the last location of the Western Flycatcher that's in Central Park.  I'm planning on coming down tomorrow to look for it.   I've heard it's around the boathouse, is that still true?  Where's this oven people are talking about?  Thanks much. Andrew Andrew v. F.

[nysbirds-l] Yonkers Monk Parakeets

Went to visit the Monk Parakeets living in Yonkers today.  There were about 7 birds around.  The main nest on the transformer looks abandoned, but they are building two new nests, one in a tree and one on a telephone pole with no transformer.  I guess the incident with some Mexicans trying to

[nysbirds-l] escaped Eurasian Eagle-Owl still in Central Park

Just heard the escaped Eurasian Eagle-Owl is still in Central Park and is eating on it's own.  Don't know why there was ever a question about if it would do that,  but what the hey.  I know it's an escape but still a wonderful bird to see.  I wonder what will happen when the Great Horneds in

[nysbirds-l] extralimital Steller's Sea-Eagle heading this way

Just saw that the widely ranging Steller's Sea-Eagle has been seen in US finally in Dighton, MA, on the 9th I believe.  Unfortunately it wasn't reported until today and hasn't been seen since.  It was only a matter of time it would end up back in the US:-)  Keep an eye out. Andrew Andrew v. F.

[nysbirds-l] Mass stellers sea eagle

Just seen at Dighton Rock s.p. in Berkeley.  Flew up and left. Not sure where it went.  Nice to get two wood storks in nj and this guy in the same day.  One of my most wanted. Andrew Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Fly at her location

Anyone know where exactly in Rockwood hall section of Rockefeller preserve the ash-throted flycatcher was?  Thanks. Andrew Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Where is the Franklin's gull visible from

Anyone know where the Franklin's gull in Newburgh is visible from?  I take it the landfill is not accessible.  Andrew Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Franklin's gull seen

The Newburgh waterfront park Franklin's gull is still there in the water in front of the treatment plant.  Park and go south on trail along water to plant.  In water in front of plant.  Entrance to park is off water st. Andrew Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Westchester ash throated flycatcher

Just seen at the top of the highest point of Rockwood hall in the large fields with the trail through it.  It was in the area of the old wooden fence enclosure.  Which is surrounded by maples.  Check the fields in this area.  This is at the Rockwood hall section of Rockefeller s p.p. off Rte. 9

[nysbirds-l] Sent to ct by mistake

Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android - Forwarded Message - From: "Andrew Block via CTBirds" To: "CT Birds" Cc: Sent: Wed, Jan 12, 2022 at 10:49 AM Subject: [CT Birds] Warblers at Newburg waste plant Just had two northern parulas and a Tennessee warbler at

[nysbirds-l] Mtn. Bluebird yes

The mtn. Bluebird at esopus meadow preserve is still by the lot area but moves around a lot.  Andrew  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Common Shelduck from Jamaica Bay several years ago

Hi all.  Does anyone know if the Common Shelduck from Jamaica Bay was accepted or not?  It was seen in the early 2000's I think.  Just wondering. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York 10705-4780 

[nysbirds-l] Slatybacked and glaucous gulls yes

Both were seen at the south end of the reservoir by the fountain but both flew about 10 minutes ago.  Followed the slatybacked going east over the buildings.  Andrew  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Hawks galore in Central Park

After seeing the fabulous Slaty-backed Gull and the Glaucous Gull this am early I decided to take a walk around the Ramble and North end to see what was around.  Besides all the usual stuff I loved that there were hawks all over the place it seemed.  Everything i was seeing was giving great

[nysbirds-l] Location to view the eagles at Storm King

Hi all, Does anyone know where to view the Golden Eagles at Storm King Mtn.?  Will be going up there on Saturday so was wondering since I haven't seen any posts here about them in awhile. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist 20 Hancock Avenue, Apt. 3 Yonkers, Westchester Co., New York

[nysbirds-l] Why does eBird allow reports of domestic/captive birds?

Question.  Why does eBird allow reports of captive/domestic birds to be reported?  I don't get that.  I was shown by a friend a report of a dozen or so Barnacle Geese seen at the Bronx Zoo which are obviously not wild birds.  Why would someone report that in the first place and why would eBird

[nysbirds-l] Golden Eagle and Bald Eagles

Went to see if I could find the Golden Eagle(s) at Ten Mile River Preserve on Berkshire Rd. in Dover Plains today.  After a late start because of the ice everywhere I found out you can't come from the south on Berkshire since it's closed a few miles down the road so I went back and came in from

[nysbirds-l] Question about another rarity in thee 90s

Back in the '90s a Spotted Redshank showed up in Brooklyn in a marina during the winter which I was able to see nicely.  The question is there were two or three Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks with the Redshank and a few yellowlegs and I was wondering if the ducks were accepted or not?  I don't

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Grosbeak in Westchester - not viewable unfortunately

Just saw on the ABA FB group with a photo that a Black-headed Grosbeak was found in Westchester Co. today, but seems the person doesn't want visitors since they took down the post after getting an id. and didn't give a location.  A shame.  Been waiting for years to get one of them in NY:-(  

[nysbirds-l] The Ross's goose that was in Poughkeepsie

Forgot to add location Andrew Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Ross'S GOOSE yes

Just had the ROSS'S goose at the golf course along Wilbur Blvd near Scott terrace in Poughkeepsie. Andrew  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

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