[nysbirds-l] Request from Blue Chip Farm

. We all know just how many wonderful experiences we have had with outstanding sightings. Regards,   Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail

[nysbirds-l] Gabreski Airport; Mecox Inlet; Calverton Pond Preserve Birds (Suffolk Co.)

me of year. However, we did not hear or see a male Hooded. Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.ma

[nysbirds-l] Kentucky Warbler Continues at Rocky Point (Suffolk Co.)

to keep the bird under observation. In the last Breeding Bird Atlas (2000-2005) there was only one confirmed breeding record on Long Island, a pair that nested at Shu Swamp in Northern Nassau County. Good Birding, Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Brown Pelican at Robert Moses State Park (Suffolk Co.)

swells. In the Field 2 and 5 parking lots were two Lesser Black-backed Gulls and about fifty Laughing Gulls. Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Cupsogue Co. Park Birds (Suffolk County)

west. Terns included seventeen Royal and two Black Terns. At Pike's Beach there were ten Royal Terns and a single Caspian Tern. Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

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

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

[nysbirds-l] Hampton Bays Ponquogue Br, Marbled Godwit

While chasing the previously reported Whimbrel I stumbled across a Marbled Godwit at 11:00 am today view-able from the Ponquogue bridge parking. It was on the island west of the bridge, among twenty or so DC Cormorants on the shoreline of the island also view-able from Road K. -- Ken Thompson

[nysbirds-l] Lark Sparrrow Continues at West End (Nassau Co.)

a gull flew in and frightened the bird into the vegetation on the north side of the parking lot. I would begin my search from the intersection of the westernmost entrance to WE2 and the northwest corner of the parking lot east for about 100 yards. Good luck if you go - Ken Feustel Observers

[nysbirds-l] West End/Jones Beach Bird Update

s a single Whimbrel on the north side of the inlet by Meadow Island. Yesterday there was a single Black Tern in the lagoon east of the boat basin. Good Birding, Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirds

[nysbirds-l] Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Birds (Queens Co.)

the same bird reported earlier this week). The White Pelican continues on the west side of the East Pond north of the blind, where it associated with Mute Swans and various waterfowl. The bird is best viewed from the east side of the East Pond north of the raunt. Good Birding to All, Ken Feustel

[nysbirds-l] Caumsett State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

lot as well as a confiding Worm- eating Warbler on Harbor Road (the road/trail that parallels Long Island Sound). Photos of the Bobolinks and warbler can be seen at http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ Good Birding, Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

of the activity ended a little after 9:00AM. The most impressive flight of the day, however, was Red-breasted Nuthatch; We observed one hundred and five individuals in our three plus hours at RMSP. Good Birding, Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Sunken Meadow State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

to cause the "trickle through" effect. Perhaps there will be better migration weather on Sunday. Good Birding, Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.Northe

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses State Park & Jones Beach/West End (Suffolk & Nassau Counties)

and called it a day. Good Birding, Ken & Sue Feustel -- 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/nysb

[nysbirds-l] Fork-tailed Flycatcher Photo from Oceanside MNSA (Nassau Co.)

A poor photo of the adult Fork-tailed Flycatcher and nearby Eastern Kingbird at the Oceanside MNSA can be seen at http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ Congratulations to Mike Farina on a great find! Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWEL

[nysbirds-l] Fire/Jones Barrier Beach This Morning (Suffolk/Nassau Counties)

Skimmers on the sandbar. Mixed in with the shorebirds were single Semipalmated and Western Sandpipers. After looking through the numerous Black-bellied's, with no sign of a Golden Plover, I found a lone Golden in the WE2 parking lot on my way out. Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

, among others) and dragonflies (mostly Common Green Darner and Black Saddlebags) started moving down the beach in number. By late morning the temperature was approaching August-like levels and we called it a day. Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Eurasion Wigeon Sayville

Derek Rogers' Eurasion Wigeon has moved north. It is now on Mill Pond in Sayville. Mill Pond is on Montauk Highway just east of the train tracks in Sayville NY -- Ken Thompson Sayville NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Caumsett State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

- a great day in a very nice park. Good birding to all, Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses State Park Birds This Morning (Suffolk Co.)

winds that had developed by the early afternoon. Good Birding, Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Orange Co. sightings

Park lake on Sunday afternoon, outside Montgomery, 2 Ruddy Ducks were joined by 7 Lesser Scaup and 2 Ring-necked Ducks. Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave

[nysbirds-l] Harris's Sparrow

of Wheeler Road that is sizeable and can be good also, plus it borders Seminole Ranch. The Birding Route does take you through some excellent wetlands that held high numbers of water birds today. Bob StalnakerLongwood, FL Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basic

[nysbirds-l] Massapequa Preserve Birds (Nassau Co)

Lapwing was seen and photographed by a State employee in the median at Robert Moses State Park yesterday, but not observed by Annie today. Lets hope that the beaches open in time for the Christmas CBC's! Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] WW Crossbills

This afternoon there were 5 White-winged Crossbills in Heckscher SP, plus the Feustel's American Pipits were still there from yesterday. -- Ken Thompson Sayville NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Red Crossbills at Heckscher State Park (Suffolk Co.)

Late this afternoon at Heckscher State Park there was a flock of approx. thirty Red Crossbills in the pines east of Field 7. Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] No. Shrike in Orange Co.

will feel comfortable that wide opened.  Especially when there are multiple Harriers working the trenches.  Today I had four of them! GOOD BIRDING,  Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration

[nysbirds-l] Montauk Pt. Birds (Suffolk Co.)

. Montauk jetties Ken & Sue Feustel 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/nysbir

[nysbirds-l] Sunday Birds at Montauk Pt.

MP birds seen today: Turtle Cove- Red-necked Grebe (1) and Purple Sandpiper (3) Lake Montauk Jetty - Brown Pelican and Iceland Gull (1st year) Ken & Sue Feustel Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Caumsett State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

(15), Field Sparrow (8), Winter Wren (8), and Song Sparrow (58) - take that Andrew! Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull at Setauket Mill Pond

Seen briefly at 9:50AM today in tidal portion of Setauket Mill Pond. Ken & Sue Feustel Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] On the Hudson

, form.  As Curt rightly pointed out it is not every day that you get to find THREE Icelands together! GOOD BIRDING all, Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives

[nysbirds-l] American Golden Plover at Heckscher State Park (Suffolk Co.)

into a Pacific or European Golden Plover were unsuccessful. A photo of the bird can be seen at http//www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Link to My Flickr Site for AMGP Photo

For those having trouble with viewing the photo of the American Golden Plover the correct link is: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Caumsett State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

), and an Eastern Phoebe found by Jerry & Beth Platt at the Seminary on the east side of West Neck Road in Lloyd Harbor Village. It was a great weather day for birding and the birds cooperated. Ken & Sue Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List In

[nysbirds-l] West End/Jones Beach Yesterday (Nassau Co.)

picking up and eating pine cone seed remnants that had been dropped. Here on LI we have little opportunity to observe crossbill behavior, so this fall has been particularly interesting. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] West End/Jones Beach Birds This Afternoon (Nassau Co.)

erry and Beth on the lawn east of the WE2 marina restrooms. Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://

[nysbirds-l] Lapland Longspur at Heckscher State Park (Suffolk Co.)

and relocated the flock of five Horned Larks and one Lapland Longspur feeding in the Field 7 parking lot. This was my first Lapland Longspur of the year (and not a moment to soon). Let's hope it hangs around till tomorrow for those starting their 2013 list. Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] And AGAIN! (Orange County)

hat it had a metal band on it's left leg and on the right leg there was a blue band with white letters that read   "3HJ". Best wishes and good birding all, Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subs

[nysbirds-l] Glaucous Gull remains

.  The location is on the waterfront where the restaurants are located and specifically it is IMMEDIATLY south of the "Torches: restaurant parking lot and "chummed" for from the wooden pier on the river side of the UNICO Christopher Columbus statue.   Good luck and Good Birdin

[nysbirds-l] OOOOOOOOPPPPPPPPSSSSSSSSS, I was WRONG!

ll, I'm glad that we continue to learn.  It keeps us looking, comparing, talking, studying, reading, learning, laughing and gathering and I hope it never ends. Now I will wipe the egg off my face, pick up my binocs and go looking for the NEXT challenge.  I look forward to meeting you along the way doing

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose at Belmont Lake State Park

Barnacle Goose present on west side of lake at 7:40 AM. Ken Feustel Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1

[nysbirds-l] Western Grebe/NO

A search at previously described locations at Montauk from 7:30-9:00AM proved unsuccessful . Ken Feustel Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Central Suffolk Birds (Suffolk Co.)

Cackling Goose before the fog worsened. Lastly, an eagle-eyed Pat Lindsay found a Wilson's Snipe on the south side of Montauk Highway. Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Western Grebe at Ponquogue Bridge, Shinnecock (Suffolk Co.)

distant photos of the bird can be found at my flickr site. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Southard's Pond Birds (Suffolk Co.)

the waterfowl. We went back and got the scope and put in on the bird - an immature Red-shouldered Hawk. Other birds found in the woods south of Southard's Pond included Hermit Thrush (2), Eastern Towhee (1), Golden-crowned Kinglet (3), and Winter Wren (2). Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List

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

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

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

I have posted a few photos of the Heckscher State Park Ross's Goose at my Flickr site. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Yellow -headed Blackbird in Riverhead

Around 9:00AM this morning a male yellow-headed Blackbird was briefly seen feeding on the ground in a large blackbird flock east of Rt 25 and Edward's Ave. Flock has moved west of Edward's Ave. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Blackpoll Warbler at West End/Jones Beach (Nassau Co.)

., Oak Beach, and the previously mentioned Arboretum bird. In most winters we count ourselves lucky to see one of these handsome raptors. Ken & Sue Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] White-winged Crossbills

There were a dozen White-winged Crossbills on Ocean Parkway near Oak Beach Long Island this am. -- Ken Thompson Sayville NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Caumsett State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

a thousand Canada Geese scattered throughout the CSP fields but, besides a lone Snow Goose, nothing of interest. A poor, but recognizable photo of the Barrow's Goldeneye can be seen at our flickr site. Good birding to all, Ken & Sue Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbir

[nysbirds-l] Hempstead Lake State Park Birds (Nassau Co.)

). I also recorded my first Yellow-rumped Warblers (3) away from the beach. The Red-necked Grebe continues at Captree State Park, and is starting to acquire a tinge of red on the breast. Good Birding Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Connetquot River State Park (CRSP) Birds (Suffolk Co.)

of a thousand scoters (in order of abundance Black, Surf, and White-winged of those that were identifiable) pales in comparison to other years. Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Hempstead Lake State Park Birds (Nassau Co.)

in front of us. A photograph of the Yellow-throated Warbler and a few other birds observed this morning can be found on my flickr site. Good Birding To All, Ken & Sue Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Fwd: [GABO-L] Birding TV Show

For what it's worth -- Forwarded message -- From: *Linda Quod* Date: Monday, April 8, 2013 Subject: Fwd: [GABO-L] Birding TV Show To: Ken Thompson You must apply Sent from my iPad LM Quod Begin forwarded message: *From:* Seth Ganz > *Date:* April 8, 2013 12:03:09 PM

[nysbirds-l] Hempstead Lake State Park Birds (Nassau Co.)

(18).In contrast, Southard's Pond in southwestern Suffolk County was very quiet, with no warblers observed and only a few Golden-crowned Kinglets seen. Good Birding to all, Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBir

[nysbirds-l] South Shore Birds (Suffolk/Nassau Co.)

there was a Worm-eating Warbler in the woods between the parking lot and the South Pond, in addition to good numbers of Pine and Palm Warblers - this year being one of the more protracted migrations for these two species that I can remember. Good Birding, Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach State Park Birds (Nassau Co.)

Highlights of the late morning and afternoon at JBSP included a pair of Gull-billed Terns on the sandbar at the West End Marina and the stunning Red-headed Woodpecker on Bay Parkway (Thanks to Sam Janazzo & Bob Kurtz for the heads-up). A few photos of the woodpecker are at my flickr site.

[nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler at Muttontown Preserve (Nassau Co.)

ware that the preserve has a maze of trails and it is easy to miss the kettleholes. Good luck if you go. A few photos of the warbler can be found on my flickr site. Observers: Ken Feustel, Bob Kurtz, Eric Miller, John Gluth, Derek Rogers. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeu

[nysbirds-l] Correction to Directions to Prothonotary Warbler at Muttontown Preserve

My directions to the warbler should have said take the trail north from the northwest corner of the parking lot. Sorry about that. Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Doodletown/Mine Road/Sterling Forest State Park Birds (Rockland/Orange Counties)

to Sterling Forest State Park where Golden- winged Warbler was found at the end of Ironwood Road. Definitely a day where quality exceeded quantity. Ken & Sue Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Robert Moses State Park Sea Watch (Suffolk Co.)

ides an open view of the ocean just east of the traffic circle, the beaches appear to be in good shape (after much beach nourishment from dredging). Its nice to have one of the prime Long Island birding locations open again. Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List In

[nysbirds-l] Nickerson Beach (Nassau Co.) & Connetquot River State Park (Suffolk Co.) Birds

hatchery a Parula Warbler was singing. Ken Feustel -- 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

[nysbirds-l] Nickerson Beach Birds (Nassau Co.)

Surf Scoters mixed in, have been observed off the beach recently, todays number being estimated at two hundred fifty birds. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Purple Martins

  Hi John, We have a thriving Purple Martin colony in the Town of Montgomery, Orange Co. and have had for a goodly number of years. Ask and you shall receive!  Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information

[nysbirds-l] Red-necked Phalarope Continues at Pike's Beach (Suffolk Co.)

, looking for a good crossing point. The more adventurous favor a direct approach from the parking lot north through the marsh. Good Birding, Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Jamaica Bay NWR Birds

as the requisite phone calls were made concerning the phalarope's presence. Unfortunately, the phalarope gave us the slip south of the raunt just as a number of birders arrived looking for it. I have put up some photos of the day's birds on my flickr site. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos

[nysbirds-l] Marble Godwit Continues at Cupsogue Co. Park (Suffolk Co.)

me to the Godwit's presence also reported seeing Whimbrels, but I did not encounter any on my brief stay on the marsh. Photos of the Godwit are on my flickr site. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] Cupsogue Co. Park Shorebirds

. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- 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

[nysbirds-l] Curlew Sandpiper Continues at Mecox

Seen at 7:00AM this morning on the western-most sand flats. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

[nysbirds-l] Baird's Sandpiper at West End, Jones Beach State Park (Nassau Co.)

(5) Sandpipers. Waterfowl included Blue and Green-winged Teal, Gadwall, and Mallard. I estimated that there were between five hundred and a thousand shorebirds in the ponds. Mosquitoes were not a problem (yet). Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http

[nysbirds-l] Labor Day in the Black Dirt, Orange Co.

kinner Lane we found an even dozen(12) Golden Plovers, 1 Gtr. Yellowlegs, 1 Pectoral Sandpiper, more Killdeer, a handful(6-8) of Bobolink, hundreds of Cowbirds on the wires and a single Grt. Blue Heron. All in all a fun time for a few hours. Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Impressive Common Nighthawk Flight at Heckscher State Park (Suffolk Co.)

over the Great South Bay. Observers: Ken Feustel, Sue Feustel, John Gluth -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail

[nysbirds-l] Orange Co. Black Dirt

not hit on any shorebirds there other than Killdeer. Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds

[nysbirds-l] Caumsett State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

observed in number included Scarlet Tanager (16) and Red-eyed Vireo (22). I ended the day with sixty-one species, the majority passerines. Oddly, there were no notable species observed - quantity not quality. Ken Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon

There is a Eurasian Wigeon in Sayville Mill pond -- Ken Thompson 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

[nysbirds-l] Franklin's Gull at Robert Moses State Park (Suffolk Co.)

Among a large group of Laughing Gulls on the beach, between RMSP Fields 2 and 3 was an immature Franklin's Gull. I will post photos this afternoon. Bird still present at 9:25am. Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Franklin's Gull Photos

the beach have forced some of the birds off the beach and into the water. I do not necessarily assume this bird has left, and there still may be some gull concentrations tomorrow, assuming the fish cooperate. Photos of the gull can be found on my flickr site. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com

[nysbirds-l] Sunken Meadow State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

that is replacing the dike destroyed by Sandy is nearly completed and, according to maintenance personnel, should be ready by the end of the month. Good Birding, Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Loggerhead Shrike at West End (Nassau Co.)

At 9:15AM this morning an adult Shrike was observed near Jones Inlet west of WE2 parking lot, tentatively called a Loggerhead on the basis of the rounded head and black border at the base of the bill. I will post photos this afternoon. Feel free to weigh in on the ID. Ken Feustel Sent from my

[nysbirds-l] Shrike at West End/Jones Beach State Park (Nassau Co.)

my ID is incorrect, a discussion on this listserve would be a good learning experience for everyone. Good Birding, Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach State Park Birds (Nassau Co.)

). At the Zach's bay picnic area an Orange-crowned Warbler (photos on my flickr site) and Common Yellowthroat were observed. Unfortunately we did not see a swallow all day. Gannet numbers were impressive just off the beach in the early morning (we briefly counted 750). Good Birding, Ken &

[nysbirds-l] Owling

r of Great-horned Owls were duetting from two houses away.  I hope they have a successful nesting season later in the winter. Any Owl day is a GREAT day! Regards, Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information

[nysbirds-l] Hudsonian Godwit at Sagg Pond (Suffolk Co.)

At 10:30AM Sue and I observed a Hudsonian Godwit with an injured leg on the s/s of Sagg Pond in Southampton. Ken & Sue Feustel Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Montauk Pt. and Vicinity Report (Suffolk Co.)

November you "takes your chances". Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mai

[nysbirds-l] Caumsett State Park Birds (Suffolk Co.)

in courtship behavior with an American Coot (that would be some interesting looking progeny) on Fresh Pond, two Snow Geese with the numerous Canada's, Eastern Phoebe (1), and Purple Finch (2). Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

Re: [nysbirds-l] Why did you yell at him? Bird must have left becuase of yell

It seems to me that some of you have this need to continue droning on and on about the same old photographer vs birder complaints that you have little or no chance of changing especially if you continue to start off you conversations with such an adversary position. At some point you need to

[nysbirds-l] The HUDSON - - - always rewarding!

check it out and if you are not, find a reason to stop by and see what rewards await you. Best wishes and GREAT birding,   Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave

[nysbirds-l] Orange Co. Yellow-headed Blackbird

t's well worth the effort.   Good Birding, Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welcome and Basics Rules and Information Subscribe, Configuration and Leave Archives: The Mail Archive Surfbirds BirdingOnThe.Net

[nysbirds-l] West End/Jones Beach Birds (Nassau Co.)

, shortly reappearing some 1/3 of a mile to the west. We had a large flock of Snow Buntings estimated at 300 birds at the Nature Center, but they never stayed put for any length of time. At Pt. Lookout Town Park there were three Harlequin Ducks in the vicinity of the western-most jetty. Ken

[nysbirds-l] Galeville late Afternoon

ot;Santa Clause Dave" joined me for a short time.  Ralph and I both felt that there were actually more than eight of the Owls but that was the maximum that we got to vouch for.  It's always beneficial to make a stop here. Ken McDermott -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Gyrfalcon Gyrfalcon at Cedar Beach Marina (Suffolk Co.)

Rich Kelly found a Gyrfalcon on an Osprey platform N/W of Cedar Beach Marina where it was observed interacting with a Peregrine. May be same bird as last year. Ken & Sue Feustel Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Gyrfalcon

Being seen now by rich Kelly, ken and sue Feustel from cedar beach marina. 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

[nysbirds-l] Gyrfalcon Photo

I have posted a poor flight photo of the gray morph Gyrfalcon at Cedar Beach to my Flickr site. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

[nysbirds-l] West End Birds and Gyrfalcon Update (Nassau/Suffolk Counties)

an interesting white-plumaged gull with the Bonies that we felt was a leucistic Bonaparte's Gull. Photo at my flickr site. Bird Counts start this weekend - lets hope the weather is not as bad as forecasted! Good Birding, Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info

[nysbirds-l] Galeville

o the east.  Later I found the  Geese crowding the Wallkill River along Lippincott Road outside the Village of Wallkill.  Special "THANKS" again to Ralph Tabor, "The Mayor of Galeville", for plowing so that all could get in and enjoy that refuge. Best wishes and GOOD BIRDING, Ken

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach/Pt Lookout Birds (Nassau Co.)

jetty, perhaps the bird reported approx. a week ago. Ken & Sue Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave

[nysbirds-l] Black Guillemot Continues in Sea Cliff (Nassau Co.)

Black Guillemot being seen at 9:45AM in Hempstead Harbor from park on west side of Shore Road near Cliff Way. Ken Feustel Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Northern Shrike at West End (Nassau Co.)

had an Orange-crowned Warbler on the bike path between Fields 6 & 7 feeding in the goldenrod bordering the path. i have posted on my flickr site a distant photo of the Sea Cliff Guillemot. Ken Feustel http://www.flickr.com/photos/kfeustel/ -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Dune Road/Shinnecock Inlet Birds and The Power of Networking (Suffolk Co.)

the way that started to hover over something. That "something" turned out to be a Clapper Rail (which we believe escaped). After a slow start a nice finish to the days birding with a little help from our friends. Ken & Sue Feustel -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.Northe

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