[nysbirds-l] Cupsogue Beach -8.13.11

2011-08-13 Thread Derek Rogers
I visited Cupsogue today from 12:30 -2:30 PM. There was good shorebird diversity but the highlights were: 5 Marbled Godwit2 Black Tern The godwits were actively foraging and vocalizing which made for some excellent viewing. -Derek Rogers

[nysbirds-l] Hecksher S.P. - Suffolk

2011-10-31 Thread Derek Rogers
A quick drive through Hecksher this evening turned up 1 American Golden-Plover among a large group of Black-bellied. The group was located in the field just east of the lot at Field #6. Several dunlin were also in the mix. -Derek Rogers -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Lapland Longspur - Democrat Point, Suffolk

2011-11-05 Thread Derek Rogers
peregrine, several merlin and norther harrier were present and quite active. Chae was able to locate a Savannah Sparrow of the ipswichpopulation. The last birds of note were a single AMERICAN PIPIT flyover and a 2nd winter LESSER BLACK BACKED GULL. A good day on the pensinsula. -Derek Rogers Sayville, NY

[nysbirds-l] Hecksher S.P. - Suffolk

2011-11-11 Thread Derek Rogers
A drive through Hecksher turned up 2 Wilson's snipe probing within the median just north of entrance to field 5. The birds were hunkered down and camoflouged in the dark substrate when I left the park around 11. Nice close viewing. Worth a look if you're nearby. -Derek Rogers Sayville Sent from

[nysbirds-l] Smith Point C.P. - Suffolk

2011-11-20 Thread Derek Rogers
A fairly slow day today at Smith Point with the exception of hundreds of northern gannets plunge diving in close proximity to the shore. Red-throated loons were also of note. The 15 ruddy ducks were in their usual location near the new fishing pier. On the terrestrial side, we found 1 VESPER

[nysbirds-l] Greater White Fronted Goose - St. Johns Pond, Suffolk

2011-12-15 Thread Derek Rogers
the flock. -Derek Rogers -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2

[nysbirds-l] St. John's GWFG Update

2011-12-15 Thread Derek Rogers
in an attempt to relocate. A good find by Gary. Good luck if you decide to search area! -Derek Rogers -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Fwd: (Metro Birding Briefs) Mountain Bluebird

2011-12-26 Thread Derek Rogers
. -Derek Rogers Sayville, NY Begin forwarded message: From: Jim Osterlund james...@optonline.net Date: December 26, 2011 4:18:23 PM EST To: NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] Fwd: (Metro Birding Briefs) Mountain Bluebird Reply-To: Jim Osterlund james...@optonline.net

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Fw: (Metro Birding Briefs) Mountain Bluebird continues

2011-12-27 Thread Derek Rogers
Better luck today(for me at least)as the bird provided great views for several borders. As of 10:35 AM, the bird, again, took to a high altitude distant flight toward the east. Good luck if you go! Derek Rogers Sayville Begin forwarded message: From: Lloyd Spitalnik ll

[nysbirds-l] Greater Scaup Influx - Cold Spring Harbor, Suffolk

2012-01-05 Thread Derek Rogers
: Dropped Waypoint Coordinates: 40.87171° -73.47654° Elevation: 0 ft Link: View in Google Maps Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Harlequin Duck - Fort Salonga, Suffolk

2012-01-06 Thread Derek Rogers
a stunning drake HARLEQUIN DUCK popped into my scope view. The group was located directly off of the beach access staircase adjacent to the turnaround area. Scope would be preferred and most likely necessary. Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Potential Barnacle Goose - Eastport Lake, Suffolk

2012-01-07 Thread Derek Rogers
for this bird. Name: Barnacle Goose Coordinates: 40.82857° -72.72739° Elevation: 0 ft Link: View in Google Maps Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose - Eastport Lake, Suffolk

2012-01-07 Thread Derek Rogers
be relocated and allow for further study(leg bands, etc.). Peter will be checking the lake tomorrow and will relay updates accordingly. Please do the same if you happen to see the goose. -- Forwarded message -- From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: Sat, Jan 7, 2012 at 5:11 PM

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Eastport Barnacle Goose- yes

2012-01-08 Thread Derek Rogers
Still being seen. I am viewing from Montauk highway. Begin forwarded message: From: Eileen Schwinn beach...@optonline.net Date: January 8, 2012 10:52:13 AM EST To: NY Rare birds NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Subject: [nysbirds-l] Eastport Barnacle Goose- yes Reply-To: Eileen Schwinn

[nysbirds-l] Eastport Barnacle Goose

2012-01-09 Thread Derek Rogers
the flock lift and fly toward the NW, and there were no geese in sight. A good alternative site to check if the goose is not on Eastport Pond. Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Jamaica Bay Barrow's

2012-02-18 Thread Derek Rogers
Myself, Mike and Lynne Scheibel, along with others, are currently viewing the drake Barrow's Goldeneye in West Pond. American Woodcock were also of note prior to sunrise. -Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose - Holtsville, Suffolk

2012-02-21 Thread Derek Rogers
of geese present in the field but also the groups I observed landing in as a drove past the field heading west on the expressway. This prompted my interest in turning around for a closer look. I'm glad I did! -Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose Update

2012-02-22 Thread Derek Rogers
future viewing opportunities. Good luck if you go, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose - YES

2012-02-22 Thread Derek Rogers
In Holtsville field right now. It landed in at 4:49 PM. Far end of the field. Spotted in flight from afar by Michael Scheibel. Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Rufous Hummingbird - AMNH

2012-03-03 Thread Derek Rogers
The Rufous Hummingbird continues, perched in plain view along west side of entrance. Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Floyd Bennett Northern Shrike

2012-03-06 Thread Derek Rogers
At 6:50 AM the Northern Shrike literally called to my attention through a series of vocalizations. It presented itself for a solid 5 minutes where it was perched on top of some medium sized shrubs along the south west edge of the model airplane runway. Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Rosy Finch?

2012-03-09 Thread Derek Rogers
that follows up and thanks again to Nancy Loomis for her kind hospitality. Derek Rogers Sayville Begin forwarded message: From: Jim Clinton jc...@earthlink.net Date: March 9, 2012 5:05:53 PM EST To: nysbirds-L nysbirds-L@cornell.edu Subject: [nysbirds-l] Rosy Finch? Reply-To: Jim Clinton jc

[nysbirds-l] Eastern Phoebes-Sayville

2012-03-12 Thread Derek Rogers
Right on cue with ebird's Birdcast Migration Report. It was great to hear 2 Eastern Phoebes singing this morning as I left my house for work. Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Rusty Blackbirds - Sayville, NY, Suffolk

2012-03-20 Thread Derek Rogers
that noisily flew back and forth along the river. Derek Rogers Sayville http://dereksnest.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Northern Gannet-David Weld Sanctuary, Nissequogue - Suffolk

2012-03-23 Thread Derek Rogers
at this location. On a nice Spring note, there was a patch of Wood Anenome with a single flower in bloom. One of my favorite Spring ephemerals. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Http://dereksnest.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] WE Jones Beach, Suffolk - NY

2012-03-25 Thread Derek Rogers
of Piping Plover. A lone FIELD SPARROW presented nice views as I crossed the median and returned to my vehicle. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville, NY Http://dereksnest.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Calverton Ponds Preserve - Suffolk

2012-03-30 Thread Derek Rogers
Warbler Eastern Phoebe Hairy Woodpecker The Spring Azures led me throughout my walk. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Smith Point C.P. Outer Beach - Suffolk

2012-03-31 Thread Derek Rogers
was getting harassed by a team of gulls and crows just east of Great Gun. The ocean and inlet were both quiet with the primary species being RED-THROATED LOON. A few distant, loose scoter flocks were seen along the stretch. Groups of SANDERLINGS worked much of the shoreline. Best, Derek

[nysbirds-l] Black and White Warbler - Franklin Pond Preserve, Cold Spring Harbor- Suffolk

2012-04-02 Thread Derek Rogers
Road. Part of the Greenbelt skirts the wetland that located at the ponds south end. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Uplands Farm Sanctuary, Cold Spring Harbor,- Suffolk

2012-04-04 Thread Derek Rogers
-Winged Blackbirds mugged the kestrel and forced it out of the meadow. I guess the blackbirds weren't fierce enough for the kestrel as it was back again today causing quite a commotion. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Http://dereksnest.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Hempstead Lake S.P., Nassau

2012-04-08 Thread Derek Rogers
SWAMP SPARROW 1 white throated sparrow 7 Golden-crowned Kinglet 2 RUBY-CROWNED KINGLET 1 NORTHERN ROUGH-WINGED SWALLOW 2 BARN SWALLOW 4 Tree Swallow 3 HERMIT THRUSH Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Yellow-throated Warbler - Connetquot River S.P.

2012-04-21 Thread Derek Rogers
. The bird has been on site since Thursday, 4/19. Perhaps this is the same visitor from last year? A singing YELLOW WARBLER caught my attention on my return trip. It was just west of the large pond in the hedgerow. This is the same individual noted by Ken Thompson and his group. Best, Derek

[nysbirds-l] Indigo Buntings - Sayville, Suffolk

2012-04-22 Thread Derek Rogers
feeder as well. A great morning already. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk

2012-04-22 Thread Derek Rogers
A note from Annie: The Yellow-throated warbler is singing again this morning. It's favoring the same trees - evergreens and oaks by the comfort stations at the hatchery. New additions this morning included BG gnatcatcher, Black white and blue-winged warblers. Nice birds on a gray morning. If

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk

2012-04-23 Thread Derek Rogers
For those interested, the Yellow-throated Warbler continues. Annie reported that the bird could be heard singing in the same general area. Begin forwarded message: From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: April 22, 2012 10:07:46 AM EDT To: NY Bird List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk

2012-04-23 Thread Derek Rogers
An important note, that I just found out, is that the park is closed on Monday and Tuesday. -- Forwarded message -- From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: Mon, Apr 23, 2012 at 8:36 AM Subject: Fwd: Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk To: NY Bird List nysbirds

[nysbirds-l] Blue Grosbeak @ Gilgo Beach, Suffolk

2012-04-24 Thread Derek Rogers
. Some digiscope photos can be viewed at my Flickr page. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] David Weld Sanctuary, Nissequogue - Suffolk

2012-04-26 Thread Derek Rogers
still remain off the beach. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com

[nysbirds-l] Fos Bobolink @ Uplands Farm Sanctuary, Suffolk

2012-05-04 Thread Derek Rogers
, BLACK-THROATED GREEN WARBLER,YELLOW WARBLER, BLACK WHITE WARBLER, SAVANNAH SPARROW and SWAMP SPARROW. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses S.P., YELLOW-BREASTED CHAT, WILSONS WARBLER and others...

2012-05-06 Thread Derek Rogers
the Golf Maintenance area. On my way out I had a male Indigo Bunting. I did not spend any time on the ocean or bay but I did have 5 COMMON TERNS fly overhead crossing from bay to ocean. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Sooty Shearwaters @ RMSP (Suffolk)

2012-05-19 Thread Derek Rogers
Finally got in on a piece of the action. Did a sea watch at Field 3 from 11:30-12:30. Had a total of 4 Sooty Shearwaters, 2 of which were in fairly close to shore. I think the fact that the wind turned onshore was a big help. A single Black Scoter bobbed in the surf. Best, Derek Rogers

[nysbirds-l] Westhampton Dunes Seawatch, Suffolk

2012-05-22 Thread Derek Rogers
gulls during a sea watch on Sunday evening at RMSP Field 3. Plenty of good shorebirds on the flats at the overlook. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Curlew Sandpiper, Westhampton Dunes - Yes

2012-06-18 Thread Derek Rogers
Currently on sand spit right off of WH Dunes Overlook Parking Area. Begin forwarded message: From: Sara Burch s...@burch.cc Date: June 17, 2012 2:03:01 PM EDT To: nysbirds-l@cornell.edu nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: [nysbirds-l] Curlew Sandpiper, Westhampton Dunes - Yes Reply-To: Sara

[nysbirds-l] Ruff - JBWR YES

2012-07-03 Thread Derek Rogers
Joe Jannsen and I are currently viewing the Ruff. It is located along the east side of the Pond, considerably far south to where the footprints end. It is associating with a few yellowlegs. Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Brown Booby - Cupsogue Beach, Westhampton - Suffolk

2012-07-05 Thread Derek Rogers
to further firm the I.D. I will get them up on my Flickr site later this evening and share with the list. Stay alert for this bird. Scan the tops of buoys in and around the inlets as well as on Moriches and Shinnecock Bay. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Brown Booby - Cupsogue Beach, Westhampton - Suffolk

2012-07-05 Thread Derek Rogers
I should have mentioned that the Brown Booby was heading east. Best, Derek Rogers Begin forwarded message: From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: July 5, 2012 3:25:24 PM EDT To: NY Bird List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: Brown Booby - Cupsogue Beach, Westhampton - Suffolk

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Brown Booby - Cupsogue Beach, Westhampton - Suffolk

2012-07-05 Thread Derek Rogers
with the camera and obtaining these identifiable photographs. http://dereksnest.blogspot.com Some other birds of interest out on the flats were: 1 Whimbrel 1 Marbled Godwit 7 White-rumped Sandpiper 3 Black Tern (1 of which retained full breeding plumage) Best, Derek Rogers Sayville

[nysbirds-l] Nappeague Harbor, Suffolk - Black Terns

2012-07-08 Thread Derek Rogers
. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu

[nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe - Reeves Bay, Flanders, NY

2012-07-18 Thread Derek Rogers
a Solitary Sandpiper stalking insect prey on the sandy beach area located just west of the flats. Other than that, its been the usual, expected mix of shorebirds and terns. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Horned Grebe - Reeves Bay, Flanders, NY

2012-07-18 Thread Derek Rogers
interesting birds on the flats. Begin forwarded message: From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: July 18, 2012 3:28:29 PM EDT To: NY Bird List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: Horned Grebe - Reeves Bay, Flanders, NY I thought this was noteworthy. Friend Tom Haskell just sent me

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe/Alternate Plumage//Flanders

2012-07-20 Thread Derek Rogers
Hi Folks, Bob Adamo requested that I post a few of his Horned Grebe photos on my Flickr page. They are quite nice and so is the bird. Enjoy. http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- Forwarded message -- From: ROBERT ADAMO rada...@msn.com

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe in Flanders, NY

2012-07-21 Thread Derek Rogers
Still present and putting on quite a show inside of the creek that dead ends on Dam Trail. The bird has been working in and out of the creek so its worth checking several of the dead end streets within Reeves Bay. What a great looking bird. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Begin forwarded

[nysbirds-l] 7/27 - Smith Point County Park, Suffolk

2012-07-28 Thread Derek Rogers
still remains on site as well. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com

[nysbirds-l] Dune Road, Suffolk - Inlet to Inlet

2012-07-28 Thread Derek Rogers
be seen on my Flickr page. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES

[nysbirds-l] American Avocet, Jamaica Bay - YES

2012-08-02 Thread Derek Rogers
North End of east pond, west side. Best, Derek Rogers -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com

[nysbirds-l] JBWR Reeve - East Pond

2012-08-02 Thread Derek Rogers
but one clean looking Western Sandpiper was also in the mix. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Ruff at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge (Queens Co.)

2012-08-02 Thread Derek Rogers
://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L BirdingOnThe.Net http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html *Please submit your observations to **eBird*http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ *!* -- -- Derek Rogers Sayville http://dereksnest.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Yesterday's Reeve/Ruff at Jamaica Bay

2012-08-03 Thread Derek Rogers
photos. Keep a keen, cautious eye out for 2 Ruffs if you are birding the East Pond. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] WHIMBRELS - Cedar Beach C.P., Southold, NY (Suffolk)

2012-08-09 Thread Derek Rogers
and hidden viewing conditions, I wouldn't have been very surprised if there were a couple more out there. Time constraints forced me to move on before I could confirm my suspicions of more than 6 individuals. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07

[nysbirds-l] American Golden-Plovers, Riverhead (Suffolk)

2012-08-18 Thread Derek Rogers
I'm currently viewing 37 AMERICAN GOLDEN-PLOVERS in the sod field that runs along the west side of CR-105, located between Sound Ave. and Northville Turnpike. 5 Black-bellied Plovers just landed in to join the group. Other than this, the surrounding area was relatively quiet. Best, Derek

[nysbirds-l] Buff-breasted Sandpiper - CR-111, Eastport (Suffolk)

2012-08-23 Thread Derek Rogers
Currently being viewed in the Stargazer (big red deer statue) sod field about 40 yards off the road. This is the field located toward the east end of County Road 111 in Eastport on the north side of the road. Several Least and a Pectoral also on site. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville

[nysbirds-l] West End Jones Beach Birds (Suffolk)

2012-08-30 Thread Derek Rogers
. Started out early at Coast Guard Station at high tide. No Hudwits but good shorebird diversity continues. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 2 Baird's ++, Riverhead, Sound Ave.

2012-09-06 Thread Derek Rogers
as well. It would be great if birders can follow up here as I had very limited time to further detail the area. There were plenty more birds sparsely located throughout this field in the distance. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Http://dereksnest.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 2 Baird's ++, Riverhead, Sound Ave.

2012-09-06 Thread Derek Rogers
Rogers Sayville Http://dereksnest.blogspot.com Begin forwarded message: From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: September 6, 2012 9:52:16 AM EDT To: NY Bird List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 2 Baird's ++, Riverhead, Sound Ave. As of 9:40 AM: From

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 2 Baird's ++, Riverhead, Sound Ave.

2012-09-06 Thread Derek Rogers
, Derek Rogers Sayville Http://dereksnest.blogspot.com Begin forwarded message: From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: September 6, 2012 11:51:51 AM EDT To: NY Bird List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: Fwd: 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 2 Baird's ++, Riverhead, Sound Ave. Update: A brief

[nysbirds-l] Purple Finches - Wading River (Suffolk)

2012-09-13 Thread Derek Rogers
of good common warbler activity also noted in the vicinity of the Purples. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Lark Sparrow, Captree S.P. (Suffolk)

2012-09-22 Thread Derek Rogers
along the roadway sometimes flying into the adjacent scrub area. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Uplands Farm Sanctuary, Cold Spring Harbor, Suffolk

2012-09-27 Thread Derek Rogers
photo set up with me. I know there are some folks looking to see this species so hopefully it sticks around for folks to see. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/39025168@N07/8029695163/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon - Lotus Lake, Sayville (Suffolk)

2012-10-13 Thread Derek Rogers
, open area to glass over the pond. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] Vesper Sparrows @ Uplands Farm, Cold Spring Harbor (Suffolk)

2012-10-19 Thread Derek Rogers
but there were plenty of other good birds to keep one busy. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Golden Eagle, Westhampton (Suffolk)

2012-11-09 Thread Derek Rogers
for the Island. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu

[nysbirds-l] Greater White-fronted Geese, East Hampton (Suffolk)

2012-11-11 Thread Derek Rogers
I'm sure there are several birders on the East End today so I figured I'd let folks know that there are 5 Greater White-fronted Geese on Further Lane in EH, just east of Hook Pond. There are 3 adults and 2 juveniles. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07

[nysbirds-l] East End Birds, Suffolk

2012-11-12 Thread Derek Rogers
Spent a bit more time on the East End this morning with nothing new to report other than some updates. I first stopped along Further Lane to locate Angus' reported Cackling Goose. The flock was reduced since yesterday with fewer Canada's, zero Greater White-fronted Geese and no Cackling, at

[nysbirds-l] Virginia's Warbler YES

2012-11-17 Thread Derek Rogers
Just seen in the kettle then flew south toward the nutmeg meadow, as Peter Polshek referenced in yesterday's post. I alerted a group of 3 birders from Pennsylvania who quickly followed up and enjoyed nice views. Best, Derek Rogers Mike Scheibel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

Re: [nysbirds-l] Crossbills at Heckscher

2012-11-17 Thread Derek Rogers
At lead On Nov 17, 2012, at 9:29 AM, David La Magna dlama...@gmail.com wrote: As per the post yesterday the red crossbills remain in the pines next to field 7 and now include a flock of at least 10 ww crossbills as well Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Red Crossbills - Hecksher S.P. (Suffolk)

2012-11-17 Thread Derek Rogers
Mike Scheibel and have at least 60 Red Crossbills near the model airplane field at Hecksher. There are also good numbers of White-winged at least in the 20 range. Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, Mattituck (Suffolk) - YES

2012-11-23 Thread Derek Rogers
been evident for the past couple of weeks at both locations. For those that haven't had their crossbill fill, my flickr link is attached below with some pretty solid iScope shots. A great day to be outdoors. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L

[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon - St. John's Pond, Cold Spring Harbor (Suffolk/Nassau)

2012-12-03 Thread Derek Rogers
the Carman's River corridor. Goose and gull numbers are usually solid at this location. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] BLACK HEADED GULL SETAUKET

2012-12-12 Thread Derek Rogers
always faithfully return to its feeding area with the mallards. This seems to be the favored spot for a lower tide. See earlier post, below, from Mike Scheibel for a potential alternate location on Little Bay. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Begin forwarded message: From: Michael Scheibel

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Canada Goose Collar Report Correction

2012-12-12 Thread Derek Rogers
out there. Pretty amazing that Pete and I reported 2 of only 68 Geese that were collared in the same batch in Greenland 3 years ago. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Begin forwarded message: From: Peter Priolo peterpri...@gmail.com Date: December 12, 2012, 2:07:43 PM EST To: nysbirds-L@cornell.edu

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, Wellwood Avenue, Wyandanch (Suffolk)

2012-12-15 Thread Derek Rogers
is south of St. Charles Cemetery. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Barnacle Goose, Wellwood Avenue, Wyandanch (Suffolk)

2012-12-15 Thread Derek Rogers
. It posed for some great photos and even a video. http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Begin forwarded message: From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: December 15, 2012, 4:08:26 PM EST To: NY Bird List List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: Barnacle Goose

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Tufted Duck, Huntington Harbor, Suffolk Co.

2012-12-17 Thread Derek Rogers
below shows some digi-scope photos of the bird. I feel very fortunate that yet another Tufted Duck was found right around the corner from my office. http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- Forwarded message -- From: Benjamin Van Doren bmvando

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, Belmont Lake, North Babylon (Suffolk)

2012-12-18 Thread Derek Rogers
-FRONTED GOOSE toward the north end of the lake. http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Greater White-fronted Goose - Hard's Lake, Shirley (Suffolk)

2012-12-23 Thread Derek Rogers
Being seen at the south end of Hard's Lake in Southaven County Park. It very closely resembles the same individual that I noted at this location on 11/28/12. There are many hundred Canada Geese to work through. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds

[nysbirds-l] Miller's Pond, Smithtown (Suffolk)

2012-12-24 Thread Derek Rogers
, had some decent goose activity. Solid numbers of Canada's and a single Snow Goose, all visible along Breeze Hill Rd. http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Pine Grosbeaks - Queensbury (Warren County)

2012-12-25 Thread Derek Rogers
. Happy Holidays, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu

[nysbirds-l] Tufted Duck, Huntington - YES

2013-01-02 Thread Derek Rogers
In front of Knutson West Marine Inc. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1

[nysbirds-l] Geese in the Wellwood Ave. Vicinity (Suffolk)

2013-01-03 Thread Derek Rogers
of the restaurant building, just off the parking lot. As noted in a previous post, the course administrators asked that folks do not trespass on the actual playing course. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Wyandanch (Suffolk)

2013-01-04 Thread Derek Rogers
A morning run to Colonial Springs G.F. proved successful in locating the Barnacle Goose. Arie Gilbert and I both observed the goose, plus the same Greater White-fronted Goose that's been around. All geese visible from restaurant area. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info

Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Wyandanch (Suffolk)

2013-01-04 Thread Derek Rogers
a few weeks back. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville On Jan 4, 2013, at 2:26 PM, Michael Scheibel mscheibe...@gmail.com wrote: No geese visible from parking lot @ Colonial Springs GC, I was asked to leave by security, and requested to pass on the message to all birders. Mike Scheibel Brookhaven

Re: [nysbirds-l] Napeague Snowy Owl - 1-10-13 NO - Here's Why

2013-01-11 Thread Derek Rogers
for the breeding season. Best, Derek Rogers On Jan 11, 2013, at 11:15 AM, Hugh McGuinness hdmcguinn...@gmail.com wrote: Arie, That is terrible news. At first I didn't believe you were looking at the right place b/c Hick's Island has always been, well, an island with an inlet at the eastern

[nysbirds-l] Suffolk Greater White-fronted Geese

2013-01-19 Thread Derek Rogers
of crossbills since the irruption. Best, Derek Rogers Sayville http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/39025168@N07/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] 4 Eurasian Wigeon, West Sayville Golf Course (Suffolk)

2013-01-20 Thread Derek Rogers
@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu

[nysbirds-l] CORRECTION: Now 6 Eurasian Wigeon, West Sayville Golf Course (Suffolk)

2013-01-20 Thread Derek Rogers
knit herd on the grasses. Michael McBrien and I noted 3 hen Eurasian Wigeons at this location on 1/1/13, along with 1 continuing drake. So it is apparent that these birds are all continuing with the recent addition of 2 drakes. http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/39025168@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers

[nysbirds-l] Red-necked Grebe - Smith Point C.P. (Suffolk)

2013-01-21 Thread Derek Rogers
There is currently a Red-necked Grebe underneath the bridge that leads to Smith Point. The bird can be well hidden at times but occasionally drifts toward the east providing excellent, site accessible views. http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/39025168@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L

[nysbirds-l] Westhampton Beach Glaucous Gull + Red-necked Grebe

2013-01-21 Thread Derek Rogers
strays from dunes and jetties. Earlier, along Grumman Boulevard, I was also treated to 14 CHIPPING SPARROWS all feeding in a group. http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/39025168@N07/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose - Merritt's Pond, Riverhead (Suffolk)

2013-01-29 Thread Derek Rogers
Mike Scheibel and I viewed the Ross's Goose on Merritt's Pond this morning at 7:00 AM. The bird was easily viewed from Peninsula Path. http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/39025168@N07/8426997856/ Best, Derek Rogers Sayville Begin forwarded message: From: ROBERT ADAMO rada...@msn.com Date: January

[nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose - Great River (Suffolk)

2013-02-02 Thread Derek Rogers
to refind this bird but finally just gave up. Last I checked, there were some geese back on the ponds at the golf course. Hoping they reconvene tonight and commence feeding tomorrow morning. A very frustrating search and chain of events. I'm really hoping this bird gets relocated. Best, Derek

Re: [nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose at Heckscher State Park (Suffolk Co.)

2013-02-02 Thread Derek Rogers
Excellent, Ken!! This is the very direction that the sub-flock containing the Ross's seemed to head, leaving the river than hooking west. I did canvas Hecksher thoroughly, after the fact, but came up empty. Thrilled to hear you relocated the bird! Best, Derek Rogers Sayville On Feb 2, 2013

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