[nysbirds-l] Cupsogue Beach -8.13.11
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 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Hecksher S.P. - Suffolk
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/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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Lapland Longspur - Democrat Point, Suffolk
Joined by friends Chase Cammarota and John Dunican, we decided to take a walk down to Democrat Point from RM Field 2. The first bird of interest was a PURPLE SANDPIPER hanging out on the jetty at Democrat. We then made our way down toward the peninsula when we discovered a single LAPLAND LONGSPUR foraging along the inside of a vehicle tire track. The bird presented excellent views and eventually took flight to toward the north side of the pensinsula and over the dunes. The bird was seemingly unsettled, given the number of falcons that were consistently working the entire peninsula. 2 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 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Hecksher S.P. - Suffolk
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 my iPhone -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Smith Point C.P. - Suffolk
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 SPARROW perched on the fence near the handball courts. I managed to get great digiscope photos of the bird. Other notables include: snow bunting peregrine falcon savannah sparrow -Derek, Chris and Elizabeth 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Greater White Fronted Goose - St. Johns Pond, Suffolk
The reported goose continues along the east side (Suffolk County side) of St. Johns Pond. It was among 70 CAGO's, all were in the water. Best viewed from the church which is behind the fish hatchery on the west side of the pond. Scope preferred but not necessary to pick out the goose among 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] St. John's GWFG Update
I returned to the site with Joe Jannsen rougly 20 minutes after I photographed the goose. Initially seen at 8:15 AM. Unfortunately the entire flock, including the greater white-fronted goose, was no longer on St. John's Pond, as of 8:40 AM. We did not have time to search the surrounding area 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 ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Fwd: (Metro Birding Briefs) Mountain Bluebird
I happened to be in the area and tried to test my luck around 4:00 PM. A group of 3 birders informed me that the mountain bluebird flew toward the distant east up and over the large tree line toward the State managed grassland. They mentioned that the bird was a mere distant speck before it was out of eye sight. It sounds like the bird was in great viewing proximity, perching along the snow fence on 25, right where Jim Osterlund's coordinates are located. Hopefully the bird favors this location and returns. I am somewhat doubtful given the amount of suitable habitat in this area. -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 The intersection; 40.936024,-72.800635 - Google Maps -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Fw: (Metro Birding Briefs) Mountain Bluebird continues
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...@lloydspitalnikphotos.com Date: December 27, 2011 10:16:52 AM EST To: NYSBirds NYSbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: [nysbirds-l] Fw: (Metro Birding Briefs) Mountain Bluebird continues Reply-To: Lloyd Spitalnik ll...@lloydspitalnikphotos.com From: Lloyd Spitalnik Sent: Tuesday, December 27, 2011 10:15 AM To: btb...@yahoogroups.com Subject: (Metro Birding Briefs) Mountain Bluebird continues Shai Mitra just called with news that the Mountain Bluebird continues to be seen nicely on Rt. 25 just east of Hulse Landing Rd. It’s on the north side of 25 along the storm fence. Lloyd Lloyd Spitalnik Photography www.lloydspitalnikpotos.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] __._,_.___ Reply to sender | Reply to group | Reply via web post | Start a New Topic Messages in this topic (1) RECENT ACTIVITY: Visit Your Group MARKETPLACE Stay on top of your group activity without leaving the page you're on - Get the Yahoo! Toolbar now. Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use . __,_._,___ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Greater Scaup Influx - Cold Spring Harbor, Suffolk
I was viewing a group of 30 Common Goldeneye from the parking area across from CSH State Park at around 0915. All of a sudden, the far background in my scope turned dark and started moving. A huge flock of Greater Scaup landed along the far shoreline. The general area is marked below in the dropped waypoint. I just returned to the area and placed myself more directly across from the enormous group. This number is most likely very conservative but I estimated well over 5,000 individuals as the vast majority of the shoreline was stacked with birds. It was an incredible sight. Name: 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Harlequin Duck - Fort Salonga, Suffolk
I took a very brief detour to Callahan's Beach on 25A in Fort Salonga. Callahan's Beach is a Town of Smithtown Park with great views of the Long Island Sound as much of viewing can be done from high bluffs. At around 4:00 PM, I was working my way through roughly 85 common goldeneye when 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/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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Potential Barnacle Goose - Eastport Lake, Suffolk
At 3:30 PM, I received a pix message from friend Peter Priolo. It was a decent digiscope photograph of what appeared to be a BARNACLE GOOSE. He viewed the goose on Eastport Lake in Eastport, NY. It was, as always, associating with CAGO's, about 150 of them. Coordinates below. I arrived on the scene at 4:10 PM. The flock was toward the far north end of the lake and I decided to post up along Montauk Highway to take advantage of the full lake view. As soon as I opened my tripod the flock lifted and flew toward the far NW. It was disheartening. I searched the northern sod and farm fields until dark and turned up nothing. Peter was able to take a few non-digiscope photos of which I have not yet seen. As stated, the bird was in water and unfortunately was not revealing its legs and feet. He is going to send me a link to share with List, so stay tuned and be on the lookout 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose - Eastport Lake, Suffolk
Here is a link to Peter Priolo's BARNACLE GOOSE photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/73827493@N07/ It appears as if the goose flock was much closer to Montauk Highway when Peter viewed them around 3:00PM. When I arrived the flock was toward the north end of the Lake. Hopefully the bird can 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 Subject: Potential Barnacle Goose - Eastport Lake, Suffolk To: NY Bird List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu At 3:30 PM, I received a pix message from friend Peter Priolo. It was a decent digiscope photograph of what appeared to be a BARNACLE GOOSE. He viewed the goose on Eastport Lake in Eastport, NY. It was, as always, associating with CAGO's, about 150 of them. Coordinates below. I arrived on the scene at 4:10 PM. The flock was toward the far north end of the lake and I decided to post up along Montauk Highway to take advantage of the full lake view. As soon as I opened my tripod the flock lifted and flew toward the far NW. It was disheartening. I searched the northern sod and farm fields until dark and turned up nothing. Peter was able to take a few non-digiscope photos of which I have not yet seen. As stated, the bird was in water and unfortunately was not revealing its legs and feet. He is going to send me a link to share with List, so stay tuned and be on the lookout for this bird. Name: Barnacle Goose Coordinates: 40.82857° -72.72739° Elevation: 0 ft Link: View in Google Mapshttp://maps.google.com/maps?q=loc:40.828569,-72.727389 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/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Eastport Barnacle Goose- yes
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 beach...@optonline.net In a flock of 200+ Canada geese, which flew in from the north west at 10:30, a Barnacle goose is currently being seen from Montauk Hwy, looking north, into Eastport Pond. Also, Redhead and Canvasback, among other ducks. Eileen Schwinn and Mike Higgiston 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) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Eastport Barnacle Goose
Peter Priolo followed the goose flock to a sod field just North of the Sunrise Highway service road just west off of CR-51. The bird has no leg bands and all toes appear to be intact. This is most likely one of many preferred foraging areas. I checked this site on Saturday night, after I saw 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Jamaica Bay Barrow's
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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose - Holtsville, Suffolk
At 4:45 PM I observed a Pink-footed Goose foraging in a large soccer field in Holtsville. The field is located along the North service road of the Long Island Expressway, just west of Blue Point Road. You can't miss it. The goose was still present at 5:30 PM when I left the site. It was among approximately 500 Canada Geese. I managed some decent digiscope photos and got some video footage as well. I will post the photos in my Flickr page later this evening and will share. Hopefully this field is part of the birds daily foraging pattern. What drew my attention was not only the number 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/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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose Update
As of 7:40 AM, the Pink-footed Goose was NOT present in the Holtsville soccer field. I decided I'd try for it in my way into work. When I arrived, Rob Bate and Rich Fried were already on the scene working there way through a small flock of Canada Geese. Hopefully more recon and routine site checks will turn up the goose. There were several groups landing in the field last night. Last night, the Pink-footed Goose seemed to be on high alert of my presence and would shy away with the sub group in which it was foraging. I kept a good distance and recommend the same for any potential 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-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pink-footed Goose - YES
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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Rufous Hummingbird - AMNH
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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Floyd Bennett Northern Shrike
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 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Rosy Finch?
Today seems to be the first day that the Rosy Finch missed its 6:30 AM feeding routine. Mike Scheibel and I were on site at 6:10 AM and watched the feeders until 8:00 AM. The action peaked at 7:30 AM with large numbers of American Goldfinch. In the mix were American Tree Sparrow, Pine Siskin, Purple Finch and others. The Sugar River Northern Shrike also continued. After I left, I phoned Bobby Kurtz around 9:00 AM who was also on site but reported NO Rosy. Given Arie's Thursday report and today's results I'd say it's not looking good for a weekend showing. Best of luck to anyone 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...@earthlink.net Has the Rosy Finch been seen today, Friday March 9th? Wanting to know if it is worth the trip to chase it down. Jim Clinton Jr -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Eastern Phoebes-Sayville
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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Rusty Blackbirds - Sayville, NY, Suffolk
I took a quick stroll around the north end of the Brown's River at around 6:00 PM. I was delighted and surprised to find 5 Rusty Blackbirds. Equal to the excitement of seeing the Rusty's was the fact that 3 of the 5 birds were singing. This is the first time that I have heard Rusty Blackbirds belt out their song on Long Island. They presented great, long views until they dropped beneath the tangles and into an ephemeral area. All that remained were quick glimpses through the catbriar. The Rusty's seemed to be uninterested by the hundreds of flocking Red-Winged Blackbirds and Common Grackles 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 ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Northern Gannet-David Weld Sanctuary, Nissequogue - Suffolk
There is a Northern Gannet associating with a mixed flock of gulls off the main bluff at the David Weld Sanctuary about 200 yards off the beach. While this may not be highly unusual I found it personally interesting. I spend quite a bit of time here and this is the first gannet I've noted 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] WE Jones Beach, Suffolk - NY
A fun day of birding at West End, Jones. While I didn't note anything unusual, varieties of species were seen in fairly decent numbers. I started at the inlet and walked south toward the tip of the jetty. NORTHERN GANNETS continued in large groups in and out of the inlet. RED-THROATED LOONS were also present in good numbers. Near the tip of the jetty, along the inlet side, I counted 19 PURPLE SANDPIPER. It was difficult to obtain an accurate count due to restricted visibility. My guess is that there were likely more as I noticed the flock from a distance pick up and regroup in a successful effort to escape the pounding ESE swell. The distant flock appeared to be more in the 30-40 range as far as individual birds. Feel free to check out some video footage by clicking on my blog link. PIPING PLOVERS seemed to be pairing up and claiming their breeding territories. Several birds performed their typical, lower the head and charge, further firming their grounds. 2 HORNED LARK were seen and heard singing just inside the dune. Several hundred DUNLIN were roosting along the beach just south of the swale area. In the mix were Black-bellied Plover, Sanderling and a couple 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/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Calverton Ponds Preserve - Suffolk
Some good birds in a brief amount of time at Calverton Ponds Preserve this morning. Sandy Pond quickly yielded singing WINTER WREN and RUSTY BLACKBIRD. I proceeded to the Block Pond loop where there is a small, elevated sand clearing on the NW side that is good for scoping the pond. Across the way, foraging tight along the west shoreline were 5 WOOD DUCK. I observed them for several minutes in hopes to see some activity in a recently installed nest box. As it turns out, a pair of EASTERN BLUEBIRDS seemed to have taken up residence. To my surprise, a hen BLUE-WINGED TEAL appeared from out the dense huckleberry. There were 7 mallard on site but the hen teal preferred to associate with the wood duck. The teal stuck tight to the shoreline and periodically disappeared within the dense shoreline vegetation. Other notables: Turkey Vulture Osprey Hermit Thrush Tree Swallow Pine 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Smith Point C.P. Outer Beach - Suffolk
Tough viewing conditions and an overall slow morning but Mike Scheibel and I were excited to see a fos BLUE-GRAY GNATCATCHER. The rather dull lighting conditions really made this bird pop. A real beauty. It was rapidly moving about the bayberry searching for insects. An immature BALD EAGLE 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 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 ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Black and White Warbler - Franklin Pond Preserve, Cold Spring Harbor- Suffolk
In the spirit of the 2012 Spring migration I thought id share that I had a lone BLACK WHITE WARBLER along the edge of Franklin Pond at around noon. I pulled in real quick to scan the pond when my eye caught a warbler flying in from the north. Lucky for me it decided to land right next to me at eye level. The bird presented excellent views and eventually continued south. Not much else of note of other than a transitioning Yellow-rumped Warbler, an Osprey, Great-blue Heron, Eastern Phoebe and 5 Ring-necked Ducks. Just a note for the record that Franklin Pond's perimeter is all Private 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Uplands Farm Sanctuary, Cold Spring Harbor,- Suffolk
It was a lively day at Uplands Farm. A flock of about* 40 CEDAR WAXWINGS*were roosting within some black locust that hangs above the small pond. A pair of *WOOD DUCK* foraged beneath them. During that time my ears picked up several singing *FIELD SPARROWS.* The east meadow quickly turned up* 7 PALM WARBLERS*, which is a fos for me. Several more palms were seen throughout the day at various locations on the preserve. My biggest surprise was* 1 EASTERN MEADOWLARK*, a bird that used to be seen here more frequently. An *EASTERN BLUEBIRD* pair began selecting their nest box. I filmed the female stripping fibers off of some exposed tree bark as a use for nesting material. I have not seen this before. Video footage can be seen on my Flickr page at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/39025168@N07/ There has also been an *AMERICAN KESTREL* on site fairly consistently. Yesterday, two male Red-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/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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Hempstead Lake S.P., Nassau
Chase Cammarota and I did some early morning birding at Hempstead Lake. Highlights Include: BLUE-WINGED TEAL - 1 pair 3 Green-winged Teal 1 SHARP-SHINNED HAWK 12 RUSTY BLACKBIRD 15+ Palm Warbler 2 Pine Warbler 3 Yellow-rumped Warbler 1 BLUE-GRAY GNATCATCHER 1 YELLOW-BREASTED CHAT 1 HOUSE WREN 3 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Yellow-throated Warbler - Connetquot River S.P.
Thanks to the eyes and ears of Annie McIntyre, I enjoyed great views of a YELLOW-THROATED WARBLER near the Hatchery at Connetquot. I arrived on site at 11:45 and the bird was singing loudly, as Annie described. During my observation the bird seemed to favor the oaks and evergreens that are located on either side of the restroom facility. The bird was primarily gleaning for insects but at times would hawk aerial prey. It would target small pockets of insects and hover within their cloud for several seconds, snapping what it could catch before returning to it's favored tree locations. 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 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/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Indigo Buntings - Sayville, Suffolk
Didn't have to go very far to view some good birds. I had 2 male INDIGO BUNTINGS literally at my doorstep this morning. They were walking up the stems of some recently seeded dandelion and picking the remaining seeds off the heads. My first RUBY THROATED HUMMINGBIRD of the season was at my 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-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk
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 you're going, aim for the morning - it hasn't been seen/heard after mid-day. Good luck! annie mac -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk
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: Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk 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 you're going, aim for the morning - it hasn't been seen/heard after mid-day. Good luck! annie mac -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk
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-l@cornell.edu 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:* *Yellow-throated Warbler-Connetquot S.P., Suffolk* 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 you're going, aim for the morning - it hasn't been seen/heard after mid-day. Good luck! annie mac -- 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 ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Blue Grosbeak @ Gilgo Beach, Suffolk
Excited about the news of the bunting and grosbeak arrivals I decided to head out on a late evening mission to Gilgo Beach. It seemed like a good bet given Pat and Shai's Indigo Bunting counts. At about 6:15 I located 11 INDIGO BUNTINGS spanning the roadway east of the main parking area. Only 1 individual was a female. I decided to check along the edges of the rest of the main parking area. At 6:45 I noticed a BLUE GROSBEAK foraging along the ground just west of the main entrance to GILGO. It was located along the south side of the lot just east (about 10 ft) of the restroom facility. 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] David Weld Sanctuary, Nissequogue - Suffolk
Some new arrivals noted today at Weld: A WHITE-EYED VIREO was heard and seen near the north end of the mid-successional field. Yellow Warblers were seen in good numbers. A single COMMON YELLOWTHROAT was working the shrubbery along the east side of the kiosk area. A single BLACK WHITE WARBLER was found along the glacial erratic trail. The usual 10-15 Sanderlings were feeding along beach front, below the bluff. A lone SPOTTED SANDPIPER was working the group of algae covered erratics just off the beach. This is usually a good, go-to area for spotteds. 2 breeding plumage common loons 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@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fos Bobolink @ Uplands Farm Sanctuary, Suffolk
I ran into a birder in the parking area, Greg (last name escapes me), who spotted a male BOBOLINK at Uplands Farm. I searched breifly but came up empty handed. A couple of hours later, while out in the back lot, heard a singing Bobolink near the east meadow, just at the entrance to the Daniel P. Davison trail. A nice looking fos male BOBOLINK presented great views just inside the entrance to the trail, behind the kiosk. I see Bobos annually at Uplands but can't remember noting a lone individual. Some other birds in a brief scan of the area include NASHVILLE WARBLER, BLUE-WINGED WARBLER, 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses S.P., YELLOW-BREASTED CHAT, WILSONS WARBLER and others...
I spent 3 hours at RMSP this morning beginning at 7:00 AM. While I did not note a huge abundance of any one species, diversity was certainly present. I hit my first pocket of birds just west of the Field #2 toll booths. Nashville, Black-throated Green, Yellow, Black White Warblers, Common Yellowthroat and Northern Parula all worked the same area. While focusing on a parula, within the middle of an autumn olive, a *YELLOW-BREASTED CHAT*hopped into view. I stayed on the bird for a brief 5-10 seconds until it dropped and disappeared never to be seen again. Typical. It did however remain within the immediate area blasting off it's blurry/nasally cheeewb call. I remained tight within the shrubs for a few more minutes and was closely inspected by Red-eyed and Blue-headed Vireos. I continued down toward Field #3 and, somewhere in between there and Field #2, I flushed up an out-of-habitat *NORTHERN WATERTHUSH*. This was particularly exciting and interesting for me as I've never seen a Northern Waterthrush very far from a source of freshwater. Other birds along the way were several EASTERN KINGBIRDS, Ovenbird, and Baltimore Oriole. I walked as far as the entrance to Field #3, staying on the south side of the roadway. Just before the entrance road, I heard a *WILSON'S WARBLER*singing within the lower swale (the area that drops off a bit and has some open viewing). I waited for a bit and was eventually able to get some really nice views of the bird. Other birds seen while walking towards Field #3 were single WHITE-EYED and WARBLING VIREO (heard first). I made my way back and stopped near the chat area and ran into Dave Klauber. We tried to relocate the chat, only for about 10 mintues, knowing that we didn't want to spend the whole day trying to find this thing. We were unsuccessful but both of us may have likely heard it rattle off a single cheewb call in the same area. Dave noted some movement and a small bird drop within shrubs in the area we heard the call. Together we saw ORCHARD ORIOLE and WHITE-CROWNED SPARROW. Dave also reported a female SCARLET TANAGER near 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Sooty Shearwaters @ RMSP (Suffolk)
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 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/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Westhampton Dunes Seawatch, Suffolk
Michael Scheibel and I did a quick, 25 minute seawatch this afternoon across from the parking area at Westhampton Dunes Overlook County Park. In the 25 minutes of birding we had at least 30 Sooty Shearwaters and around 50 Northern Gannets. It was rare that I'd make a pass with my scope and not see either species. At times, Sootys were pretty darn close to shore, close enough where you could make out bill structure. 2 Laughing Gull, many Least and Common Terns were the other birds in the mix. No jaegers but I can add one to Shai's listed numbers from Robert Moses as I had 1 chasing 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Curlew Sandpiper, Westhampton Dunes - Yes
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 Burch s...@burch.cc The Curlew Sandpiper has returned to the Pikes Beach area and has been on the small island opposite the Westhampton Dunes Overlook for the past couple of hours. Getting good looks from the overlook park. Sara 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) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Ruff - JBWR YES
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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Brown Booby - Cupsogue Beach, Westhampton - Suffolk
At 2:15, while birding the bayside flats, a sub-adult BROWN BOOBY flew low, directly across from and over mine and Arie Gilbert's head. The bird exhibited solid brown above. There was slight, but not solid contrast where the birds belly met its breast. Arie managed to snap a few quick photos 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://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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Brown Booby - Cupsogue Beach, Westhampton - Suffolk
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 At 2:15, while birding the bayside flats, a sub-adult BROWN BOOBY flew low, directly across from and over mine and Arie Gilbert's head. The bird exhibited solid brown above. There was slight, but not solid contrast where the birds belly met its breast. Arie managed to snap a few quick photos 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://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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Brown Booby - Cupsogue Beach, Westhampton - Suffolk
More on today's Brown Booby: Needless to say, this bird really struck us by surprise. It was a good reminder to always be prepared for just about anything. In the solid 30 seconds of viewing, as the booby flew toward us, past us and to the distance, there were several physical characteristics that stood out. First, was the birds overall, dark brown upperside which contained no mottling or white upper-tail coverts. While not entirely visible on Arie's photos, the bird exhibited a yellowish bill and legs. The bill color is one of the main features that lead me to believe this bird was a little further along than its 1st year. The lighting was variable as the bird flew from west to east. The underparts apeared to be a bit lighter than that of a juvenile, which I know can variable. There was a noticeable contrast between the dark throat/chest area and it's lighter, one-toned belly. I also thought it was interesting to see the bird where we did, flying relatively low over the flats, which were well exposed. The bird banked a couple of quick, low turns and had me hoping it would land a couple of times. We watched it disappear in the distant east. I have to thank Arie for being quick 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 -- Forwarded message -- From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 at 3:25 PM Subject: Brown Booby - Cupsogue Beach, Westhampton - Suffolk To: NY Bird List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu At 2:15, while birding the bayside flats, a sub-adult BROWN BOOBY flew low, directly across from and over mine and Arie Gilbert's head. The bird exhibited solid brown above. There was slight, but not solid contrast where the birds belly met its breast. Arie managed to snap a few quick photos 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 -- 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 ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Nappeague Harbor, Suffolk - Black Terns
Overall, fairly slow but for those interested there were 3 Black Terns loafing on the aquaculture area at 0830 this morning with roughly 40 Common Tern and a small handful of Forster's. One of the Black Terns sported its full breeding plumage aside from a few tiny flecks of white on its head. 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/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe - Reeves Bay, Flanders, NY
I thought this was noteworthy. Friend Tom Haskell just sent me photos, that he took today, of a Horned Grebe in Reeves Bay. The bird sported its beautiful, full on breeding plumage. On a separate note, the flats at Cupsogue produced a single Pectoral Sandpiper this afternoon. There was also 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Horned Grebe - Reeves Bay, Flanders, NY
Anyone that had high hopes in seeing a Solitary Sandpiper away from freshwater can continue that dream. I didn't beat the extremely slim odds. As most may have assumed, the bird mentioned below was a juvie Spotted, not a rare Tringa. It was hot out today... Maybe tonight's rain will drop some 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 photos, that he took today, of a Horned Grebe in Reeves Bay. The bird sported its beautiful, full on breeding plumage. On a separate note, the flats at Cupsogue produced a single Pectoral Sandpiper this afternoon. There was also 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe/Alternate Plumage//Flanders
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 Date: Thu, Jul 19, 2012 at 8:07 PM Subject: [nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe/Alternate Plumage//Flanders To: NY BIRDS nysbirds-l@cornell.edu This afternoon, thanks to yesterdays post by Derek Rodgers, plus his subsequent answer to my query re: general location, I found this gorgeous individual in the creek that ends at Dam Trail, ~ 50' w/o Peconic Trail (which runs n/o Rt. 24) in Flanders. The bird swam, sometimes with some mallards, but did nothing else (albeit, move it's head and stretch it's neck) in the 1/2 hour, or so, that I photographed it. It didn't dive, etc., but did look healthy. I also had occasion to pass the 2, historically successful Osprey nests located near the Peconic Estuary, in Flanders. The 1st, at the intersectioon of Routes 24 and 105, the 2nd, on a small island in the P/E, just e/o the Rt. 105 bridge over the Peconic River. These nests are only about 200 yards apart, as the Osprey flies.! The 1st nest held an adult and 2 young -who, by the way they were flapping their wings, should be airborne shortly ! This nest (which, I think has fledged young for at least the past 4 years) defies logic. It sits atop a pole/platform, situated at one of the most heavily traffic-ed and noisy crossroads on the east-end. The Osprey must be quite a hearty specie to be able to thrive in the face of the amount of pollutants that are emitted from car/truck exhausts on a daily basis. Because of the time, I was only able to view the island nest as I slowly crossed over the bridge, seeing only a single bird (which I took to be an adult) and therefore, don't know it's status this year. I do know this nest predates nest #1 by quite a few years, and believe it has produced young many years running. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- 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 ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe in Flanders, NY
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 message: From: Mike mike...@optonline.net Date: July 21, 2012 10:14:26 AM EDT To: NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe in Flanders, NY Reply-To: Mike mike...@optonline.net The previously reported Horned Grebe was still present at about 9:15 this morning left of the dead end of Peconic Trail in Flanders, NY Mike Cooper Ridge, LI, NY - Original Message - From: Bob Anderson park...@optonline.net To: NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Sent: Friday, July 20, 2012 3:08 PM Subject: [nysbirds-l] Horned Grebe in Flanders, NY Bird was visible this morning at 11:00 am about 120 yds SE of the dead end of Peconic Trail in Flanders, NY Bob Anderson -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.2196 / Virus Database: 2437/5142 - Release Date: 07/19/12 -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] 7/27 - Smith Point County Park, Suffolk
Had a quick surf last night and noticed good shorebird movement along the ocean. At around 7:00 PM I decided to browse the main lot. Despite the large volume of vehicles, the lot held 2 LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS. One was an adult and the other a 3rd cycle. The previously reported GLAUCOUS GULL 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@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Dune Road, Suffolk - Inlet to Inlet
Some good birds out today. I started at Cupsogue which had the standard mix of shorebirds. *RED KNOT* numbers were up with near 100 individuals. The highlight on the flats was 1 adult basic *BONAPARTE'S GULL*. The boney was loafing among Royal and Common Terns. I counted 19 *ROYAL TERNS*. I then decided to follow up on John Turner's Road K observations from yesterday. There were several great birders in the vicinity and we collectively located 1 *MARBLED GODWIT* and 1 *WHIMBREL*. The Godwit seems to be favoring the west side of the island that is located across from Road K. The Whimbrel was feeding within the mussel beds between Road K and the Ponquogue Bridge. Both birds seemed to intermittently disappear behind the Spartina grass. By far, my most exciting bird of the day was a *MANX SHEARWATER* located well inside the mouth of Shinnecock Inlet. This is hands down the best land views I've ever gotten of a Manx. The bird entered the inlet, put on a brief show, circled back, rounded the east jetty and out of sight. Talk about being in the right place at the right time. Finally, I briefly scouted out Mecox which was very slow by way of shorebirds. However, there was a mix of approximately *150 SWALLOWS*roosting on the sand behind one of the dozer mounds. Tree and Bank dominated the group with Barn Swallow numbers in the single digits. The cut has recently been reopened providing for some good tidal exchange. Some photos of yesterdays gulls and today's Bonaparte's can 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: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] American Avocet, Jamaica Bay - YES
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@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] JBWR Reeve - East Pond
There was a Reeve, presumably the previously reported bird, located at the north end of East Pond as I made my exit. The Avocet also continues just outside of Dead Man's Cove. Earlier, A single Red Knot was hanging with the dows on the exposed mud just north of Dead Mans. Several suspects 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://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Ruff at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge (Queens Co.)
Looks like Ken's photographed bird has a pronounced white ring around the base of its bill. Andrew's and my photos (Andrew's are much better) are not showing such a pronounced ring. Perhaps my eyes are decieving me, lighting is always a factor out on the East Pond, but are these two different birds? Just posing the question... -- Forwarded message -- From: ken feustel feus...@optonline.net Date: Thu, Aug 2, 2012 at 4:03 PM Subject: [nysbirds-l] Ruff at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge (Queens Co.) To: NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Sue and I birded the East Pond at JBWR this morning, starting at the south end and working our way along the east side of the pond. We found the birding to be better at the north end of the pond, where we quickly saw the *American Avocet.* An immature Peregrine Falcon kept us company for much of the walk up the pond, scattering the shorebirds in all directions. We had reached North Island when we noticed a *Ruff/Reeve* on the east side of the pond a little north of the island. We watched the bird for a while and I obtained some poor pictures before something scared the birds and we could not relocate the Ruff. There has been some speculation that this bird might be the same Reeve that was present earlier on the East Pond. Sexual dimorphism in Ruffs is well known, and over the years I have observed many (relative term) more Ruffs than Reeves. So size differences in Reeves is not something I have had much experience with. What struck us (and Andrew Baksh as well) was that this bird appeared larger than the Short-billed Dowitchers (11) around it. If this was a Reeve (10) you would expect it to be smaller than the dowitchers, although Paulson in Shorebirds of North America indicates that a female is of dowitcher size while a Ruff is similar in size to a Greater Yellowlegs (14). I had observed the Reeve at the south end of the East Pond a few weeks ago in the company of Lesser Yellowlegs (10.5) and the birds appeared fairly similar in size. A Ruff (12) would seem to be a better fit for today's bird, at least in terms of size. My photograph of today's bird shows white feathering around the base of the bill, a feature that is largely missing from last week's Reeve. I have posted a poor photograph of the Ruff on my Flickr site. Compare the size of the Ruff to the sleeping dowitcher on the extreme left of the photo. A photo of the Reeve that was observed in July is also on the site at http://flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ There is likely better photos of the Ruff/Reeve floating around, so stay tuned. Good Birding! Ken Sue Feustel -- *NYSbirds-L List Info:* Welcome and Basics http://www.northeastbirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME Rules and Information http://www.northeastbirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES Subscribe, Configuration and Leavehttp://www.northeastbirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm *Archives:* The Mail Archivehttp://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html Surfbirds http://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/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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Yesterday's Reeve/Ruff at Jamaica Bay
All, Based on yesterdays photographs and subsequent descriptions, I am posing the question and possibility that there are two new Ruffs at Jamaica Bay's East Pond. The bird photographed by Andrew Baksh (also the one I photographed and observed) seems to be different from the bird photographed and studied by Ken and Sue Fuestel. Ken's photo shows a bird with an obvious white feathered base at it's bill. So crisp and clear that it suggests a ring, apparent in many studied photos of male Ruffs. Second, Ken's bird also appears to have darker individual breast/chest feathers. The bird I reported (Andrew's photographs) did not at all suggest a larger size, to me at least. I actually thought it seemed quite comparable to the surrounding dows. I fully understand that size is all relative and is probably not the best way to firm an ID. The bird that I studied seemed lighter chested with sparse splotches of black in comparison to Ken's photographed, darker chested individual. Rather than trying to decipher whether or not this/these birds are male or female, I'm most interested in whether or not there are 2 birds out there. Many birders have chimed in agreeing that both photographed birds look like separate individuals. The links for Ken and Andrews photos are here: http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/kfeustel/7699635862/in/photostream/ http://birdingdude.blogspot.com/2012/08/4th-ruff-at-jamaica-bay-wildlife-refuge.html?m=1 Thanks to Ken and Andrew for these good 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] WHIMBRELS - Cedar Beach C.P., Southold, NY (Suffolk)
I decided to have lunch at Cedar Beach County Park today and I'm glad I did. At least 6 WHIMBRELS were feeding during low tide on the inside flats as well as along the edges of the marsh. The birds were evenly spread out within the complex. Some of the birds were often concealed behind patches of Spartina alterniflora but would sporadically come into view. There was one individual that put on a nice, close-viewing show. As I mentioned, I counted a definitive 6 during one of my last scope sweeps. The birds were mobile, flying from one foraging area to the next. Given the movement 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 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] American Golden-Plovers, Riverhead (Suffolk)
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 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/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Buff-breasted Sandpiper - CR-111, Eastport (Suffolk)
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 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] West End Jones Beach Birds (Suffolk)
Huge swallow flight taking place this AM at Jones West End. Observed hundreds of Barn and Tree Swallows flying west from the Field 2 lot. Martins and Bank Swallows were present in lower numbers. After about 20 minutes of detailing a group of about a dozen CLIFF SWALLOWS flew low and across the lot. Due to time restrictions I could not stay and obtain a full, accurate count. Land birds had a good showing today in the median. 2 MOURNING WARBLERS put on a nice show and at least 5 ORCHARD ORIOLES were seen along the median stretch. Other common warblers were evident in good numbers. 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 2 Baird's ++, Riverhead, Sound Ave.
As of 9:40 AM: From Sound Avenue, just west of CR-105 looking south I noticed a large group of shorebirds in the sod field. 1 Buffy led to the next where I tallied at least 16. There were also 2 definitive BAIRD'S SANDPIPERS and a handful of Pectorals. Other common peeps were in the mix 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://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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fwd: 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 2 Baird's ++, Riverhead, Sound Ave.
Update: A brief scan on my way back west. At 11:30 the group was still in the same general vicinity but more spread out. 1 Baird's was feeding close to the road. Just a caution, if you're looking for Baird's, that a few White-rumped are also now in the mix. Good luck if you go. Best, Derek 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 Sound Avenue, just west of CR-105 looking south I noticed a large group of shorebirds in the sod field. 1 Buffy led to the next where I tallied at least 16. There were also 2 definitive BAIRD'S SANDPIPERS and a handful of Pectorals. Other common peeps were in the mix 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://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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fwd: 16 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, 2 Baird's ++, Riverhead, Sound Ave.
Just an update on numbers from my earlier post: I spoke with Anthony Collerton and Mike Scheibel, both of which were in the vicinity and either following up on my earlier report or Aaron's freaky looking sandpiper. They both tallied up to 20 BUFF-BREASTED SANDPIPERS at my previously described location. See email thread below for location details. Verbal reports also indicate that the 2 BAIRD'S SANDPIPERS continued to provide views for several groups of birders. Apparently the grasspipers were quite mobile, taking flight and eventually returning to their original location. Sometimes flushed by large tractor trailers. Reports of Buff-breasted Sandpipers along 105 and Sound Avenue lead me to believe that there could have easily been more than 20 in the vicinity. Good grasspiper action in Riverhead. Hopefully some photos of Aaron's wild looking bird will be posted. Best, 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 scan on my way back west. At 11:30 the group was still in the same general vicinity but more spread out. 1 Baird's was feeding close to the road. Just a caution, if you're looking for Baird's, that a few White-rumped are also now in the mix. Good luck if you go. Best, Derek 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 Sound Avenue, just west of CR-105 looking south I noticed a large group of shorebirds in the sod field. 1 Buffy led to the next where I tallied at least 16. There were also 2 definitive BAIRD'S SANDPIPERS and a handful of Pectorals. Other common peeps were in the mix 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://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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Purple Finches - Wading River (Suffolk)
At about 2:00 PM, there were 7 Purple Finches resting and bathing along a small, brackish ephemeral area on the West Loop Trail at the Edward J. Dorothy C. Kempf Preserve in Wading River. The preserve is owned by The Nature Conservancy and is located along the west side of Sound Rd. Lots 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Lark Sparrow, Captree S.P. (Suffolk)
Mike Scheibel and I just spent about 45 minutes in the upper lot at Captree. Other than several active Savannah and Song Sparrows, we had nice viewing of a LARK SPARROW. The bird was seen in the NE section of the lot, just beside the large gray shipping canister. It was working the grassy edge 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Uplands Farm Sanctuary, Cold Spring Harbor, Suffolk
Some good activity at Uplands this morning but the highlight was a single LINCOLN'S SPARROW seen in the meadow along the preserve's entrance driveway. The bird was near the southern set of bluebird boxes and only 20 yards off the driveway. Good viewing and it figures I didn't have my usual 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon - Lotus Lake, Sayville (Suffolk)
There is currently an adult male Eurasian Wigeon on Lotus Lake in Sayville. The bird is transitioning out of eclipse plumage and into breeding. Bright rufous head, patchy rufous on sides blending into a pale grey wash. Considerable grey above. Some decent iScope images are available below on my Flickr link. Other than the wigeon, there were mostly the usual migrants that we'd expect. 2 Green-winged Teals were the other new arrivals for Lotus. Best access for Lotus Lake is toward the dead end of Lotus Road on the east side of the lake. Walk in toward the dam and you'll find a nice, 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 ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Vesper Sparrows @ Uplands Farm, Cold Spring Harbor (Suffolk)
To supplement Ken and Sue Fuestel's 10/18 Caumsett report, there are currently 3 Vesper Sparrows at Uplands Farm Sanctuary (only about 4 linear miles from Caumsett S.P.). The small group was first seen feeding along the west side of the main driveway beside a small dirt road, near the blue tractor. Vehicle traffic eventually forced the group to disperse but they are still lingering around, perching on the post and rail fence, trees and shrubs on either side of the main drive. A good bet if you're nearby and looking to view some Vespers. This was the most interesting species seen 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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Golden Eagle, Westhampton (Suffolk)
Eastern birders be on the lookout. I just had a Golden Eagle soaring parallel, but north, of Sunrise Highway at the CR 31 Junction. The bird was struggling a bit in the wind. I had enough time to pull off and perch on the over pass, put my scope on my window mount and confirm the ID as I watched the bird soar and flap toward the WNW. I was confident this bird was a Golden with my naked eye view but the scope helped clinch the ID. If I had to judge I'd say I lost sight of the bird near the Sarnoff Preserve as my vision was eventually obstructed by some nearby pitch pines. Good bird 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/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Greater White-fronted Geese, East Hampton (Suffolk)
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 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] East End Birds, Suffolk
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 least not that I noticed. After scoping the pasture south of Deep Hollow I did pick up the previously reported Cackling Goose while Anthony Collerton simultaneously refound the suspect Dusky Goose. We also both picked up on a flyover Red Crossbill that rattled off some call notes. The 2 NORTHERN LAPWINGS continued as of about 3:00 PM in the north end of Deep Hollow. They were actively plucking earthworms out of the ground. I managed some fun iScope videos of the feeding and can be viewed on my Flickr site, link pasted below. On another note, John Sepenoski, who's been on a role lately, has reported a BARNACLE GOOSE along with a Cackling on Maratooka Lake in Mattituck. When and where will a Pink-footed show up? Best, Derek Elizabeth Rogers Sayville, NY 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: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Virginia's Warbler YES
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://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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] Crossbills at Heckscher
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: 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Red Crossbills - Hecksher S.P. (Suffolk)
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/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, Mattituck (Suffolk) - YES
As of around 2:00 PM, the lingering BARNACLE GOOSE was still present on Marratooka Pond in Mattituck. It was in the company of at least a couple hundred Canada Geese. The best viewing area for Marratooka is on the south side of the lake, along New Suffolk Avenue. Not far east of the pond, on New Suffolk Avenue, was a GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GOOSE in a farm field along the north side of the road. A nice array of ducks are beginning to fill in along the East Marion Causeway as well as at the Point. On a separate note, I paid a brief visit to Smith Point County Park this morning. There were tremendous flocks of White-winged Crossbills along the first mile or so of outer beach. I estimate numbers nearing the 200 mark. Single digit Red Crossbills were seen among the flocks of White-winged's. The black pine area, east of the campground, is now part of the beach frontage. Crossbills were actually landing on the beach in numbers, gathering up and taking flight to their next feeding area. It was fun to see the crossbills actually perched on the sand. Hecksher State Park also continues to hold solid numbers of both crossbill species. The arrival of American Tree Sparrows has 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 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon - St. John's Pond, Cold Spring Harbor (Suffolk/Nassau)
As of about 2:00 PM, there was a drake Eurasian Wigeon along the southeast edge of St. John's Pond in Cold Spring Harbor. The bird recalled the Eurasian Wigeon that I found earlier this season on Lotus Lake in Sayville, showing patches of pale gray wash filling in along the birds flanks and sides. The buffy forehead was also beginning to fill in. Best viewing for the pond is behind the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery and up the wooden staircase. The Nassau/Suffolk border actually runs directly through the middle of the pond which is why both counties are referenced in the subject heading of this post. While on the Eurasian Wigeon topic, Hard's Lake, at Southaven County Park, held a single drake last week. A Greater White-fronted Goose was also on the lake, toward the north end as well as a Lesser Black-backed Gull. This is a good spot to check for birds given its location along 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] BLACK HEADED GULL SETAUKET
As of late this afternoon, the Black-headed Gull continues to be seen north of the dam at Mill Pond in Setauket. The bird stayed north of the tidal creek, picking about the benthos with a group of mallards. It would occasionally lift off and circle the area sometimes leaving sight, but would 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 mscheibe...@gmail.com Date: December 11, 2012, 10:12:51 AM EST To: NYSbirds-L NYSbirds-L@cornell.edu Subject: [nysbirds-l] BLACK HEADED GULL SETAUKET Reply-To: Michael Scheibel mscheibe...@gmail.com Previously reported BHGU being viewed now in Little Bay , Setauket off Dyke Road north of Mill Pond salt creek where previously reported. Basic plumage adult with bright red bill dark tip red legs. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Canada Goose Collar Report Correction
To supplement Peter's collared Canada Goose report, on 12/5/12 I also found a bird from this very same batch of 68 banded canada geese up in west Greenland. Like Peter's bird, my goose had a yellow neck collar with the 3-digit code printed in black (GA9). It was feeding in a farm field along the north side of 25A in Head of the Harbor(Suffolk), just west of Shep Jones Lane. This bird has been seen in Greenland every year since it was banded in '09 until recently on 10/11/12 when it was reported in East Windsor, CT (last reported in west Greenland on 7/24/12). There are many geese 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 Subject: [nysbirds-l] Canada Goose Collar Report Correction Reply-To: Peter Priolo peterpri...@gmail.com Please accept my amendment to my post earlier today: the Canada Goose was collared in Greenland, not Denmark. The researchers are from Denmark. Peter Priolo Center Moriches -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, Wellwood Avenue, Wyandanch (Suffolk)
I figured I'd get the word out quickly with the fading light. Chase Cammarota just finished up our CBC sector and noted a large goose flock in the field along the west side of Wellwood Avenue. There is a Barnacle Goose in the north end of the flock. Photos and more later. I believe the field 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@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fwd: Barnacle Goose, Wellwood Avenue, Wyandanch (Suffolk)
Attached are a couple of digi-photos of the Barnacle Goose I found on Wellwood Avenue. I initially noticed the goose when it was slightly obscured by the larger Canada's. Lighting was tough but Chase and I were able to get a good angle on sun for some solid viewing. The bird had no leg bands and it seemed to have all its toes. We estimated somewhere in the realm of 300-400 Canada Geese. Vastly different than this morning when we had zero in this field. As I mentioned, this field is noted as St. Charles Cemetery, which runs along the west side of Wellwood Avenue in Wyandanch. I believe a Barnacle was seen in this area a couple of years ago. The birds were east and north of the mulch piles. A good day to be out. Our CBC went well with a very cooperative AMERICAN WOODCOCK as just one of the highlights at Uplands Farm. I noticed it tip toeing beneath some dense shrubs. 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, Wellwood Avenue, Wyandanch (Suffolk) I figured I'd get the word out quickly with the fading light. Chase Cammarota just finished up our CBC sector and noted a large goose flock in the field along the west side of Wellwood Avenue. There is a Barnacle Goose in the north end of the flock. Photos and more later. I believe the field 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@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Tufted Duck, Huntington Harbor, Suffolk Co.
The Tufted Duck is still being seen, sometimes at very close range, in the previously reported area. The best viewing area has been along the bulkhead, just west of the Halesite Fire Department (left onto Anchorage Lane off of 110). The duck remains in the company of Buffleheads, Red-breasted Mergansers, some Gulls, and the finder, Brent Bomkamp. Excellent find, Brent. The bird did take a couple of short flights within the bay area, sometimes disappearing behind the various floating docks that line the shore. It generally stayed within 200 yards of the described bulkhead area. The link 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...@gmail.com Date: Mon, Dec 17, 2012 at 10:18 AM Subject: [nysbirds-l] Tufted Duck, Huntington Harbor, Suffolk Co. To: NYSBIRDS-L nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Hi All, Brent Bomkamp just called--he has an adult male TUFTED DUCK in Huntington Harbor, Suffolk Co.. He said it is across from West Marine (a store). Good luck to anyone who goes!! Benjamin Van Doren White Plains, NY -- *NYSbirds-L List Info:* Welcome and Basics http://www.northeastbirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME Rules and Information http://www.northeastbirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES Subscribe, Configuration and Leavehttp://www.northeastbirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm *Archives:* The Mail Archivehttp://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html Surfbirds http://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/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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose, Belmont Lake, North Babylon (Suffolk)
I'm currently viewing a BARNACLE GOOSE on the south end of Belmont Lake S.P. I'm thinking there's a good chance this could be the Wellwood individual that I found on Saturday. I'll be driving through Wellwood soon and will report if I locate another individual. There is also a GREATER WHITE-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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Greater White-fronted Goose - Hard's Lake, Shirley (Suffolk)
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-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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Miller's Pond, Smithtown (Suffolk)
There were probably close to one thousand geese on Miller's Pond this afternoon. I managed to pick out a lone CACKLING GOOSE standing on a floating chunk of ice. Dave Lamagna and I watched the goose for about 30 minutes. It was never joined by a 2nd Cackling and I'm wondering if this might be a third bird (in addition to Brent's report yesterday).Given the numbers of Canada Geese this is a very likely possibility. I'm also happy to report that I observed and recorded 6 Canada Geese, all with neck collars, from the program in west Greenland. Indian Hills Country Club, in Northport, 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/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Pine Grosbeaks - Queensbury (Warren County)
On my way to the North Country, I was rewarded with excellent views of 13 Pine Grosbeaks in Queensbury, NY, this afternoon. The birds have been reported in the general area, feeding on the numerous crab apple trees surrounding Queensbury Middle School. There are many crab apple trees about the surrounding area so best to keep a wide search range. Seems like a solid bet if any folks are planning on heading north this week. Plenty of fruits left on the surrounding trees. Queensbury Middle is located along the north side of Aviation Road, just west of exit 19 on 87 North (Northway). Thanks to Joe Giunta, and folks on the Hudson-Mohawk list, for the recon. Some digi-scope shots of the Pine Grosbeaks can be viewed here: http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/39025168@N07/ I am not subscribed to lists in the appropriate regions for these birds, so please feel free to cross post if helpful. 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/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Tufted Duck, Huntington - YES
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) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Geese in the Wellwood Ave. Vicinity (Suffolk)
With the fading light, I was able to pick out a Greater White-fronted Goose in the middle of the field at St. Charles Cemetary. It was among approx. 100 Canada Geese and looks to be the same bird that's been roaming about the area. This morning, Belmont Lake was packed with geese, all toward the north end with numbers nearing 1000. None of the less common geese appeared in that flock. I did however pick out a single CACKLING GOOSE on the edge of the pond at Colonial Springs Golf Course in Wyandanch. This bird, and many hundred Canada Geese, were all visible from the edge 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/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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Wyandanch (Suffolk)
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: 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Wyandanch (Suffolk)
Mike, Thanks for this post. I find this very interesting as Arie and I were greeted with a wave and a smile by 2 officers. We walked out, got the geese and left. We respectfully stayed on the patio area as initially advised. My thoughts: The pond at the course is almost 3/4 frozen and soon these geese will be looking for more open water for their night time roost. Their was a big old Red Fox causing a commotion and the geese seemed quite unsettled. More initiative for them to move on. Birders should look to Belmont Lake as temperatures stay cold. This is where I had the Barnacle 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 On Jan 4, 2013 9:29 AM, Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com wrote: 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: 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] Napeague Snowy Owl - 1-10-13 NO - Here's Why
I recall viewing some Black Terns at the aquaculture site near Hicks Island late this past Summer at low tide. I did notice that Hicks was no longer an island, so to speak, but seemed like tidal flow would happen at high tide. There was a series of snow fence before, and after, the aquaculture area clearly indicating that vehicular access was restricted. Sounds like Sandy may have wiped out the snow fence, and may have filled in the inlet a bit more. The fencing was definitely adequate in preventing vehicle access, running well into the harbor, so hopefully it's replaced in time 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 end. A quick check of Google Maps shows that the inlet is now a sand bar. (I wonder if this filled in as a result of Sandy.) This is probably not good news for the Least Terns. Napeague is NY State land, and so the NYS Park police or NYSDEC should be contacted. Hugh On Fri, Jan 11, 2013 at 10:53 AM, Arie Gilbert ariegilb...@optonline.net wrote: I spent the day birding in the Montauk area yesterday. Enticed by novel reports of Western Grebe and Glaucous gull, and Bob Hayes' desire to see the goodies as well, we started at Hook pond and further Lane where we got Glaucous Gull and GWF Goose respectively. Next we went to Kirk beach where there were no xbills, and no W Grebe of shore. We birded several vantage points moving east but no better luck. South lake drive had the BH Gull in the same location and the Barrows Goldeneye w/ the flock was out in the center of the bay, best viewed from the east lake drive. Rita's had 8 Snow Geese, and 'Larry' the LBB Gull was at Napeague, but at the western most beach, next over from the ramp, We scanned for quite some time hoping for the Snowy Owl, but saw people walking on the shore and someone had driven their 4x4 almost all the way down! Gee - the signs say no boats, but it doesnt say no cars. F^=! * anyone local to that area who can contact the proper persons in authority would be appreciated by me and no doubt other birders, and perhaps the Owl. Arie Gilbert No. Babylon, NY www.Powerbirder.blogspot.com www.qcbirdclub.org -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- Hugh McGuinness Washington, D.C. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Suffolk Greater White-fronted Geese
I checked Hard's Lake at Southaven C.P. this morning, where the GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GOOSE, that I initially reported on 11/28/12, continues to be seen. While on the topic of this species, I've also been seeing a GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GOOSE, daily, on West Brook Pond in North Great River. Ken Thompson emailed me and reported the bird was still around this AM. Both birds generally exit their roost sites near 8:00 AM. The Great River flock tends to feed within the ball fields, just west of West Brook Pond. I later birded the scrubland at the Eastport Conservation Area. There was good sparrow variety but the highlight was a group of 18 EASTERN MEADOWLARKS, a consolation for recently missing this species at EPCAL. Moving on to Calverton Ponds Preserve, there were 6 RED CROSSBILLS (5,1) and a single WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL. I believe this is my most inland observation 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 ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] 4 Eurasian Wigeon, West Sayville Golf Course (Suffolk)
Out and about doing dome waterfowl counts I just had 4 EURASIAN WIGEONS on the main pond at West Sayville Golf Course. 3 drakes and at least 1 hen. The birds stacked up densely while foraging on the grass, which made the hen search a bit more difficult. http://m.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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] CORRECTION: Now 6 Eurasian Wigeon, West Sayville Golf Course (Suffolk)
There are now 6 EURASIAN WIGEON on the pond at West Sayville Golf Course. 3 drakes and 3 hens. My earlier suspicion of more than 1 hen wouldn't rest so I returned to the site at 2:40. The birds were much easier to detail this time around as they were spread out on the pond, rather than a tight 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 Sayville Begin forwarded message: From: Derek Rogers drogers0...@gmail.com Date: January 20, 2013, 9:24:59 AM EST To: NY Bird List List nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: 4 Eurasian Wigeon, West Sayville Golf Course (Suffolk) Out and about doing dome waterfowl counts I just had 4 EURASIAN WIGEONS on the main pond at West Sayville Golf Course. 3 drakes and at least 1 hen. The birds stacked up densely while foraging on the grass, which made the hen search a bit more difficult. http://m.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/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Red-necked Grebe - Smith Point C.P. (Suffolk)
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 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Westhampton Beach Glaucous Gull + Red-necked Grebe
The previously reported GLAUCOUS GULL continued when I arrived at 1:30 PM. I parked in the dirt lot that is located on the south side of the bridge. When I arrived, the Glaucous Gull was in the creek along the north side by itself. After only about 2-3 minutes of viewing, an adult Great Black-backed Gull decided the Glaucous had stayed long enough. The Black-backed pursued the Glaucous and it eventually flew toward the west, beyond the white condos. While trying to relocate the gull, I noticed a RED-NECKED GREBE diving just beyond the point looking east. I never did relocate the Glaucous Gull. At least one VESPER SPARROW continues along Hulse Landing Rd. in Calverton with a mess of Savannah's. Its worth noting that on 1/9/13, I viewed 2, and photographed 1, IPSWICH type Savannah Sparrows at this location. A very unusual site for this normally coastal sparrow that rarely 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://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose - Merritt's Pond, Riverhead (Suffolk)
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 28, 2013, 1:58:43 PM EST To: NY BIRDS nysbirds-l@cornell.edu Subject: [nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose more ! Reply-To: ROBERT ADAMO rada...@msn.com Thank you Michael Mike ! I found your goose ~ 10 AM on the north half of Merrit's Pond in Riverhead, and it was still there when I left at 11:15. Also roosting on the ice (both halves are mostly iced-over) were 9 Snow Geese, 5 being blue morphs. I was then joined by fellow ELIAS members, John McNeil Rosemary Valenti, who were finishing up their Middle Island to Jamesport section of the Annual Waterfowl Census, which is sponsored by NYSOA, for the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service. Previously counted on one of his other waterfowl survey sections, were ~ 600 Canvasbacks on Big Fresh Pond, Southampton. Merrit's Pond is best viewed from Peninsula Path, a private, dead ended, narrow road which runs for ~ 100 yards w/o Ostrander Ave, between Kings Dr. Robinson Pkwy. The pond is completely surrounded by private property, but can be partially viewed from openings on 6 other streets. For these reasons, I strongly recommend trying the following locations before parking on O/A and walking into P/P. 1) Robinson Pkwy. 2) East Ave Ext. 3) Franklin St. 4) Pondview Rd. 5) Southern Pkwy. 6) Northern Pkwy. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net Please submit your observations to eBird! -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose - Great River (Suffolk)
I pulled into Timber Point Golf Course at about 9:15 AM. I noticed a goose herd feeding on the course, just south of the driving range area. This is toward the west side of the course near the canal. I parked along the canal and began walking toward an open area where I could get a nice detail on the geese. Simultaneously, I noticed a pedestrian walking a dog heading right toward the herd. The flock of about 300 geese lifted before I could sift through them on the ground. In flight, at relatively close range, I noticed a petite white goose traveling with a sub flock of about 10 Canada's. The Ross's type goose was markedly, not just slightly, smaller than the Canada's with which it travelled. Next, I tried to get a good handle on bill size and shape. I barely even noticed bill protrusion. The overall size and shape of the birds body and bill point directly to Ross's Goose. The flock flew east toward the Connetquot River and 5 shotgun blasts sounded loudly. The Ross's did not drop but the blasts were enough to send the sub-flock, which contained the Ross's toward the south, mouth of the river. The larger herd flew north up the river. Of course, I would have preferred to detail this bird while on the ground so I could rule out Ross's X Snow. But I'm very comfortable saying that there is almost certainly a Ross's Goose in the area. I eventually crossed paths with the hunters who acknowledged a small Snow Goose later flying up river. I spent 4 hours trying 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 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/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
Re: [nysbirds-l] Ross's Goose at Heckscher State Park (Suffolk Co.)
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, at 2:08 PM, Ken Feustel feus...@optonline.net wrote: Ross's Goose being seen at HSP now, opposite entrance road to Field 6. Best bet is to park in S/W corner of Parking Field 1 and walk the paved bike path in a S/W direction. 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) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ -- -- 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) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --