[nysbirds-l] A disappointment and a surprise !

This afternoon I tried for the Nelson's Sparrows reported by Jody Lenin from Cedar Beach in Southold recently...without success. I did, however, have success in picking up some neat shells for grandson #4 to sketch while attending his art class. I also enjoyed an additional success while enroute

[nysbirds-l] After 2 nights of favorable winds.....

In spite of a late start, I headed for the West End of JBSP, with a few planned stops enroute. RMSP, as with all my "ports of call" today, had, as their most numerous species, the ubiquitous E.Phoebe. I must have seen between 125 to 150 all told ! Prior to reaching the F.I.Hawkwatch, I had

[nysbirds-l] After 2 nights of favorable winds.....

In spite of a late start, I headed for the West End of JBSP, with a few planned stops enroute. RMSP, as with all my "ports of call" today, had, as their most numerous species, the ubiquitous E.Phoebe. I must have seen between 125 to 150 all told ! Prior to reaching the F.I.Hawkwatch, I had

[nysbirds-l] 2 unusual sightings

Spurred on by Derrick Rogers' Brown Booby (BRBO) reports, I got on my horse, and took part in the undesirable motor trip from Riverhead to Montauk during the "construction/service vehicle convoy" that dominates the road between 0600 & 1000 on any given work day ! Not finding the BRBO at the

[nysbirds-l] 2 unusual sightings

Spurred on by Derrick Rogers' Brown Booby (BRBO) reports, I got on my horse, and took part in the undesirable motor trip from Riverhead to Montauk during the "construction/service vehicle convoy" that dominates the road between 0600 & 1000 on any given work day ! Not finding the BRBO at the

[nysbirds-l] Good Gulls Almighty !

After a late start yesterday (like this post - sorry !) my "gut" opted for doing Smith Point Co. Pk., Mastic first, followed by a ride down Dune Rd. from the Post La. Bridge, Quogue, to Shinnicock Inlet, Hampton Bays. I, of course, was hoping for some windblown vagrants, which had decided to

[nysbirds-l] Good Gulls Almighty !

After a late start yesterday (like this post - sorry !) my "gut" opted for doing Smith Point Co. Pk., Mastic first, followed by a ride down Dune Rd. from the Post La. Bridge, Quogue, to Shinnicock Inlet, Hampton Bays. I, of course, was hoping for some windblown vagrants, which had decided to

[nysbirds-l] Having to head west...again !

At 0805 on 9/15, I received a distress call asking if I could deliver a much needed piece of clothing (youngest grandson Brady's church choir over-garment) to my daughter's home in Rockville Centre. After "doing my duty", I headed to Hempstead Lake State Park, only to find many Robins, and 1

[nysbirds-l] Having to head west...again !

At 0805 on 9/15, I received a distress call asking if I could deliver a much needed piece of clothing (youngest grandson Brady's church choir over-garment) to my daughter's home in Rockville Centre. After "doing my duty", I headed to Hempstead Lake State Park, only to find many Robins, and 1

[nysbirds-l] Go east, young man, go east !

Having not seen a Buff-breasted Sandpiper this season on the sod fields, I decided to try yesteryear's best bet for finding migrating,fall "grass-pipers"...before the advent of sod farms ! If you were looking for Black-bellied or A.Golden Plovers, Whimbrel and Pectoral or Buff-breasted Sandpipers

[nysbirds-l] Go east, young man, go east !

Having not seen a Buff-breasted Sandpiper this season on the sod fields, I decided to try yesteryear's best bet for finding migrating,fall "grass-pipers"...before the advent of sod farms ! If you were looking for Black-bellied or A.Golden Plovers, Whimbrel and Pectoral or Buff-breasted Sandpipers

[nysbirds-l] Go west young man, go west !

In spite of a not so favorable wind direction, and a late start, I still decided to try the RMSP Hawkwatch, and possibly, beyond ! Arriving at the p/lot of Field 5 at ~ 1030, the stroll along the boardwalk to the viewing platform was very quiet, with only one Merlin seen.Once there, I had the

[nysbirds-l] Go west young man, go west !

In spite of a not so favorable wind direction, and a late start, I still decided to try the RMSP Hawkwatch, and possibly, beyond ! Arriving at the p/lot of Field 5 at ~ 1030, the stroll along the boardwalk to the viewing platform was very quiet, with only one Merlin seen.Once there, I had the

[nysbirds-l] 2 successful walks, each done by 2 different people with different styles...and goals !

My wife RuthAnn and I arrived at Parking Field 5, RMSP at ~ 1520. We started walking toward the lighthouse together, but soon parted. She has a fast pace, and wanted a good workout, while I walk slower than she does, even when there isn't many birds to admire ! When I finally reached the "Light",

[nysbirds-l] 2 successful walks, each done by 2 different people with different styles...and goals !

My wife RuthAnn and I arrived at Parking Field 5, RMSP at ~ 1520. We started walking toward the lighthouse together, but soon parted. She has a fast pace, and wanted a good workout, while I walk slower than she does, even when there isn't many birds to admire ! When I finally reached the "Light",

[nysbirds-l] 2 Lesser Black-backed Gulls at Smith Point Park, Mastic, Suffolk Co.

This afternoon (9/7), after taking care of business in Patchouge, I routed myself back home by way of the above ocean location. Lounging in its parking lot, were ~ 100 gulls, made up of our area's 4 regular species. One of the lessers appeared to be in 1st winter plumage, with the 2nd bird, an

[nysbirds-l] 2 Lesser Black-backed Gulls at Smith Point Park, Mastic, Suffolk Co.

This afternoon (9/7), after taking care of business in Patchouge, I routed myself back home by way of the above ocean location. Lounging in its parking lot, were ~ 100 gulls, made up of our area's 4 regular species. One of the lessers appeared to be in 1st winter plumage, with the 2nd bird, an

[nysbirds-l] Struck-out on shorebirds, but scored on raptors !

Finished "to do" list by 1550, arriving at the Doctors Path, Riverhead sod field by 1600. Did not find a single shorebird here, or at any other sod field, ranging as far to the west as Hulse Landing Rd., Wading River. Starting with the adult Peregrine found coursing over the D.P. field (possibly

[nysbirds-l] Struck-out on shorebirds, but scored on raptors !

Finished "to do" list by 1550, arriving at the Doctors Path, Riverhead sod field by 1600. Did not find a single shorebird here, or at any other sod field, ranging as far to the west as Hulse Landing Rd., Wading River. Starting with the adult Peregrine found coursing over the D.P. field (possibly

[nysbirds-l] Day late news - my bad ! No shorebirds, with Peregrines, Turkey Vultures and good company instead...even had 2 "lifers" !

On 9/3, responding to Tim Healy's current post re: Buff-breasted & Baird's Sandpipers at the Doctor's Path sod fields, I hustled out, only to find a group of 6 birders, with their optics fully engaged - not with the birds they had just seen, but rather trying to locate them again ! It seems that

[nysbirds-l] Day late news - my bad ! No shorebirds, with Peregrines, Turkey Vultures and good company instead...even had 2 "lifers" !

On 9/3, responding to Tim Healy's current post re: Buff-breasted & Baird's Sandpipers at the Doctor's Path sod fields, I hustled out, only to find a group of 6 birders, with their optics fully engaged - not with the birds they had just seen, but rather trying to locate them again ! It seems that

[nysbirds-l] 1st and 10 in Riverhead

Heading home after a short and very quiet shorebird outing in the "Golden Trapezium" area (Doctor's Path, Sound Ave, Route 105 and Northville Tpke) I did find a FOS Merlin perched in a snag overlooking the horse pasture on the s/s of Middle Rd., between Northville Tpke and Ostrander Ave. As I was

[nysbirds-l] 1st and 10 in Riverhead

Heading home after a short and very quiet shorebird outing in the "Golden Trapezium" area (Doctor's Path, Sound Ave, Route 105 and Northville Tpke) I did find a FOS Merlin perched in a snag overlooking the horse pasture on the s/s of Middle Rd., between Northville Tpke and Ostrander Ave. As I was

[nysbirds-l] Trolling for Shorebirds

Following up on yesterday's post by Sue Feustel , I arrived at Doctor's Path ~ 1230. After making my first pass of the "Golden Trapezium" (D's P, Sound Ave. Route 105 and Northville Tpke, I was only able to come up with 2 Black-bellied Plovers. Deciding to try D's P again, I came upon a young

[nysbirds-l] Trolling for Shorebirds

Following up on yesterday's post by Sue Feustel , I arrived at Doctor's Path ~ 1230. After making my first pass of the "Golden Trapezium" (D's P, Sound Ave. Route 105 and Northville Tpke, I was only able to come up with 2 Black-bellied Plovers. Deciding to try D's P again, I came upon a young

[nysbirds-l] Giving it a shot...and ending on a high !

Because of a doctor's appointment in Garden City, I took my wife's car, a Prius, in order to use the HOV lane as a single occupant, but without switching-out my birding gear...grrr ! By the time I arrived back home in Riverhead, my wife and binocs/ scope were somewhere on the South Shore. So,

[nysbirds-l] Giving it a shot...and ending on a high !

Because of a doctor's appointment in Garden City, I took my wife's car, a Prius, in order to use the HOV lane as a single occupant, but without switching-out my birding gear...grrr ! By the time I arrived back home in Riverhead, my wife and binocs/ scope were somewhere on the South Shore. So,

[nysbirds-l] BBQ at neighbors, with Nighthawk for dessert !

I haven't been out birding for a while, and therefore was wondering what species sighting would get me to sit down and post to this listserve once again ? In this case, I actually did guess correctly, with "form" carrying the day...north shore of L.I., mid-August , C.Nighthawk - yes ! At ~ 7:30

[nysbirds-l] BBQ at neighbors, with Nighthawk for dessert !

I haven't been out birding for a while, and therefore was wondering what species sighting would get me to sit down and post to this listserve once again ? In this case, I actually did guess correctly, with "form" carrying the day...north shore of L.I., mid-August , C.Nighthawk - yes ! At ~ 7:30

[nysbirds-l] Correction of my last post from very early this A.M.

With thanks to John Gluth , who, in a gentle and humorous fashion, asked if I really heard a Chihuahuan Raven in Riverhead yesterday ? Of course, the correct scientific name should have been *Corvus corax...*probably should have started writing post earlier in the evening ! Cheers, Bob  --

[nysbirds-l] Correction of my last post from very early this A.M.

With thanks to John Gluth , who, in a gentle and humorous fashion, asked if I really heard a Chihuahuan Raven in Riverhead yesterday ? Of course, the correct scientific name should have been *Corvus corax...*probably should have started writing post earlier in the evening ! Cheers, Bob  --

[nysbirds-l] Important to a happy life: personal hygiene, continue to read, and don't forget to "taste the grape" !

Today, my first task was to keep a dental appointment in Jamesport. My 2nd scheduled stop was at the Riverhead Library, to return 4 books I had finished, and extend a 5th, that was due today. While enroute to the library, as I was passing Michael's Liquor Store, I remembered we were low on

[nysbirds-l] Important to a happy life: personal hygiene, continue to read, and don't forget to "taste the grape" !

Today, my first task was to keep a dental appointment in Jamesport. My 2nd scheduled stop was at the Riverhead Library, to return 4 books I had finished, and extend a 5th, that was due today. While enroute to the library, as I was passing Michael's Liquor Store, I remembered we were low on

[nysbirds-l] Jaeger species - no__ Gull species - yes (5)

Excited by today's earlier posts, and aided by an 1 & 1/2 hour break between setting tables up and serving dinner at a Riverhead Soup Kitchen, I bolted down to the Tiana Beach Area along Dune Rd., Hampton Bays in pursuit of a pelagic or two ! While striking out on that hunt, I did have a single,

[nysbirds-l] Jaeger species - no__ Gull species - yes (5)

Excited by today's earlier posts, and aided by an 1 & 1/2 hour break between setting tables up and serving dinner at a Riverhead Soup Kitchen, I bolted down to the Tiana Beach Area along Dune Rd., Hampton Bays in pursuit of a pelagic or two ! While striking out on that hunt, I did have a single,

[nysbirds-l] Correction to today's earlier post of 12:41 AM

With thanks to Paul Sweet for bringing me "up to speed" re: the scientific name of Clapper Rail (per the 2014 AOU checklist supplement) which should read *Rallus crepitans.* Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Correction to today's earlier post of 12:41 AM

With thanks to Paul Sweet for bringing me "up to speed" re: the scientific name of Clapper Rail (per the 2014 AOU checklist supplement) which should read *Rallus crepitans.* Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Clapping for "Rallus longirostris" Clapping for

I spent the early afternoon (1200-1445 hours) patrolling Dune Rd., between the Post Lane Bridge, Quogue and Shinnicock Inlet, Hampton Bays. During this time I was able to pick up 4 common species as FOY birds, the highlight being 2 Clapper Rails, taking their time while crossing Dune Rd. (south to

[nysbirds-l] Clapping for "Rallus longirostris" Clapping for

I spent the early afternoon (1200-1445 hours) patrolling Dune Rd., between the Post Lane Bridge, Quogue and Shinnicock Inlet, Hampton Bays. During this time I was able to pick up 4 common species as FOY birds, the highlight being 2 Clapper Rails, taking their time while crossing Dune Rd. (south to

[nysbirds-l] "The wrong one"

Birding was secondary to me today, but by 1530 I was on Sound Ave heading toward the Paul Stoutenburgh Preserve in Southold, where John Sep had found both male & female Summer Tanager, in the last couple of days. My spirit was encouraged by encountering a total of 5 Turkey Vultures while on that

[nysbirds-l] "The wrong one"

Birding was secondary to me today, but by 1530 I was on Sound Ave heading toward the Paul Stoutenburgh Preserve in Southold, where John Sep had found both male & female Summer Tanager, in the last couple of days. My spirit was encouraged by encountering a total of 5 Turkey Vultures while on that

[nysbirds-l] " Return of the TEV - i "

At 1700 hours, while motoring up from downtown Riverhead, I observed two sets of two Turkey Vultures roosting on two chimneys, located on two separate buildings ! The Roanoke Ave Elementary School chimney has been a favorite of up to 8-9 T.V's. at the same time throughout this past fall and

[nysbirds-l] " Return of the TEV - i "

At 1700 hours, while motoring up from downtown Riverhead, I observed two sets of two Turkey Vultures roosting on two chimneys, located on two separate buildings ! The Roanoke Ave Elementary School chimney has been a favorite of up to 8-9 T.V's. at the same time throughout this past fall and

[nysbirds-l] ELIAS Bird Walk at the Rocky Point DEC Property, followed by The Calverton Grasslands.

Starting with 8 birders, and ending with 2, we were blessed with a fine day to walk the woods and fields that make up the above locations. Our total for the day is at present, a tentative 52, with only 2, of the 4 promised tallies, received by the author. We had a somewhat disappointing 10

[nysbirds-l] ELIAS Bird Walk at the Rocky Point DEC Property, followed by The Calverton Grasslands.

Starting with 8 birders, and ending with 2, we were blessed with a fine day to walk the woods and fields that make up the above locations. Our total for the day is at present, a tentative 52, with only 2, of the 4 promised tallies, received by the author. We had a somewhat disappointing 10

[nysbirds-l] Late start - moderate middle - terrific finish !

Today, between 1130 & 1340, I was scouting out Area # 26, of the DEC Property in Rocky Point, in preparation to leading an ELIAS Bird Walk there tomorrow, starting at 0800. The non-optimal time certainly helped achieve the meager total of 18 bird species, but managed to pick up a few highlights.

[nysbirds-l] Late start - moderate middle - terrific finish !

Today, between 1130 & 1340, I was scouting out Area # 26, of the DEC Property in Rocky Point, in preparation to leading an ELIAS Bird Walk there tomorrow, starting at 0800. The non-optimal time certainly helped achieve the meager total of 18 bird species, but managed to pick up a few highlights.

[nysbirds-l] When in doubt, take the water route !

My main job this weekend was to help my wife (she, who was at the midpoint of a 9 day tour of duty babysitting our grandkids in Rockville Center. Before leaving for Riverhead at ~ 1530, I had my first migrant warbler of the season - a gorgeous N.Parula ! By taking the Ocean Parkway East, I was

[nysbirds-l] When in doubt, take the water route !

My main job this weekend was to help my wife (she, who was at the midpoint of a 9 day tour of duty babysitting our grandkids in Rockville Center. Before leaving for Riverhead at ~ 1530, I had my first migrant warbler of the season - a gorgeous N.Parula ! By taking the Ocean Parkway East, I was

[nysbirds-l] Report of a single Evening Grosbeak

I received a call on Friday afternoon from a friend in Quogue re: a specie of bird she had never seen before. Pat Reindl is more a gardener than she is a birder, but through the years she has encountered a number of unfamiliar birds, which she has called me on...to our mutual benefit. Today's

[nysbirds-l] Report of a single Evening Grosbeak

I received a call on Friday afternoon from a friend in Quogue re: a specie of bird she had never seen before. Pat Reindl is more a gardener than she is a birder, but through the years she has encountered a number of unfamiliar birds, which she has called me on...to our mutual benefit. Today's

[nysbirds-l] "Bonnie rides", to and from Bohemia: Tax Day, 2017

Heading west, I had 2 Turkey Vultures circling over the LIE in Manorville. After finding out I had to give half of what I get from Uncle Sam to Cousin Mario, I decided to perk up by driving through the Calverton Grasslands on the way home. As I entered the property from Grumman Blvd, a Blue-gray

[nysbirds-l] "Bonnie rides", to and from Bohemia: Tax Day, 2017

Heading west, I had 2 Turkey Vultures circling over the LIE in Manorville. After finding out I had to give half of what I get from Uncle Sam to Cousin Mario, I decided to perk up by driving through the Calverton Grasslands on the way home. As I entered the property from Grumman Blvd, a Blue-gray

[nysbirds-l] Gray day makes for vulture play !

Today was gray & overcast. I attended Mass* at noon (Ash Wednesday) and when leaving afterward, was greeted by ~ 20 Turkey Vultures (all but 5 in flight) gliding, turning, trying to stay in place, banking, wheeling - along with some interacting quite closely with their brethren..breaking off at

[nysbirds-l] Roanoke Roosts Report # 6

Today, between ~ 1700 & 1740, there was a total of 49 Turkey Vultures resting at 2 of their regular haunts - the large spruce trees located at the north end of the Riverhead Firehouse on the e/s of Roanoke Ave, and the large pine tree in the rear of # 542 Roanoke Ave (1st house n/o the firehouse).

[nysbirds-l] Roanoke Roosts Report # 6

Today, between ~ 1700 & 1740, there was a total of 49 Turkey Vultures resting at 2 of their regular haunts - the large spruce trees located at the north end of the Riverhead Firehouse on the e/s of Roanoke Ave, and the large pine tree in the rear of # 542 Roanoke Ave (1st house n/o the firehouse).

[nysbirds-l] Roanoke Roosts Report # 5

Today, arriving at the Roanoke Ave Elementary School's parking lot at ~ 1700, I found many Turkey Vultures in the spruces on the firehouse property, as well as 1 on the school's chimney, and a single bird in the Pine tree behind house # 542 Roanoke. As I started to count the birds (without going

[nysbirds-l] Roanoke Roosts Report # 5

Today, arriving at the Roanoke Ave Elementary School's parking lot at ~ 1700, I found many Turkey Vultures in the spruces on the firehouse property, as well as 1 on the school's chimney, and a single bird in the Pine tree behind house # 542 Roanoke. As I started to count the birds (without going

[nysbirds-l] Roanoke Roosts Report # 4

Upon arrival at ~ 1700, only 1 of the 4 spots the Turkey Vultures have been frequenting recently, held any birds (the large spruce trees located at the north end of the firehouse property). Viewing from the parking lot of the school, I found the lighting to be adequate, but as I started to count

[nysbirds-l] Roanoke Roosts Report # 4

Upon arrival at ~ 1700, only 1 of the 4 spots the Turkey Vultures have been frequenting recently, held any birds (the large spruce trees located at the north end of the firehouse property). Viewing from the parking lot of the school, I found the lighting to be adequate, but as I started to count

[nysbirds-l] Beginning & ending on Roanoke in Riverhead !

This afternoon, at ~ 1300, it was only natural (after finishing with a doctor's appointment, whose office is on Roanoke Ave) to check on the Turkey Vultures seen the last few days, a short distance down the road. Today, the only T.V's. seen were 11 birds roosting in a tall Pine tree located at the

[nysbirds-l] Beginning & ending on Roanoke in Riverhead !

This afternoon, at ~ 1300, it was only natural (after finishing with a doctor's appointment, whose office is on Roanoke Ave) to check on the Turkey Vultures seen the last few days, a short distance down the road. Today, the only T.V's. seen were 11 birds roosting in a tall Pine tree located at the

[nysbirds-l] Addendum to last post

Sorry, in my haste I forgot to mention the Red-shouldered Hawk seen flying over Elton St., one block e/o Roanoke Ave. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Addendum to last post

Sorry, in my haste I forgot to mention the Red-shouldered Hawk seen flying over Elton St., one block e/o Roanoke Ave. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Turkey Vulture roost , same spot 3 days running...and possibly since last September !

This past Sunday Margaret Brace (oh she of Rufous Hummer fame) let me know of a T.V. roost she had just discovered in Riverhead. As she approached the intersection of Roanoke Ave & Elton St, she couldn't help but notice the birds in a large Spruce tree on the w/s of Roanoke. It was getting toward

[nysbirds-l] Turkey Vulture roost , same spot 3 days running...and possibly since last September !

This past Sunday Margaret Brace (oh she of Rufous Hummer fame) let me know of a T.V. roost she had just discovered in Riverhead. As she approached the intersection of Roanoke Ave & Elton St, she couldn't help but notice the birds in a large Spruce tree on the w/s of Roanoke. It was getting toward

[nysbirds-l] No fun in getting just a "funny goose" !

Today, between church time and game time, I cruised the "Golden Trapezium", bordered by Doctors Path, Sound Ave, Route 105, and Northville Turnpike, Riverhead, Suffolk Co. From ~ 12:45 & 3 PM, this parcel, made up mostly of sod farms, held about 1400 to 1500 Canada Geese, with the majority of

[nysbirds-l] No fun in getting just a "funny goose" !

Today, between church time and game time, I cruised the "Golden Trapezium", bordered by Doctors Path, Sound Ave, Route 105, and Northville Turnpike, Riverhead, Suffolk Co. From ~ 12:45 & 3 PM, this parcel, made up mostly of sod farms, held about 1400 to 1500 Canada Geese, with the majority of

[nysbirds-l] Thank heavens for a reliable end-game !

Once again I had free time to bird this afternoon, and found myself on the North Fork of L.I., heading east on Sound Ave, with thoughts of a Townsend's Solitaire repeat, a Black Vulture and some "good geese", flying around in my head ! After "striking out" on all 3 counts, I needed a boost, so I

[nysbirds-l] Thank heavens for a reliable end-game !

Once again I had free time to bird this afternoon, and found myself on the North Fork of L.I., heading east on Sound Ave, with thoughts of a Townsend's Solitaire repeat, a Black Vulture and some "good geese", flying around in my head ! After "striking out" on all 3 counts, I needed a boost, so I

[nysbirds-l] With thanks for the "buddy system" - once again, a "win-win" !

Finding myself with a bit of free time early this afternoon, I headed down toward Dune Rd. where I birded between the Post La. Bridge, Quogue and Shinnicock Inlet, Hampton Bays, Suffolk, Co. The only birds of note were 5 separate, female-plumaged N.Harriers (3 hunting, while the other 2 were on

[nysbirds-l] With thanks for the "buddy system" - once again, a "win-win" !

Finding myself with a bit of free time early this afternoon, I headed down toward Dune Rd. where I birded between the Post La. Bridge, Quogue and Shinnicock Inlet, Hampton Bays, Suffolk, Co. The only birds of note were 5 separate, female-plumaged N.Harriers (3 hunting, while the other 2 were on

[nysbirds-l] Don't see it on the west coast - go east, young man, go east !

Today I finally got a chance to try for the Townsend's Solitaire. Arriving at North Sea Rd., Southold at 1145, I found Kathleen Coyle parked at # 1525. When I asked if she had seen the bird, she just pointed and said "there it is"...3 very, sweet words ! The bird was resting mid-span on the power

[nysbirds-l] Don't see it on the west coast - go east, young man, go east !

Today I finally got a chance to try for the Townsend's Solitaire. Arriving at North Sea Rd., Southold at 1145, I found Kathleen Coyle parked at # 1525. When I asked if she had seen the bird, she just pointed and said "there it is"...3 very, sweet words ! The bird was resting mid-span on the power

[nysbirds-l] 5 Turkey Vultures/ Downtown Riverhead

On Thursday morning I saw the above birds flying over St.John the Evangelist R.C. Church's Cemetery. Now I know this specie has a very keen sense of smell, but, I ask you. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Rufous Hummingbird at Aquebogue

I had single bird at feeder between ~ 1215 & 1320. Per owner, both hummers seen earlier in AM, but not sure if she and/or another birder saw both birds. Of note, as I was leaving, a lone Turkey Vulture drifted over this most productive of properties ! Could this, once again, be the elusive

[nysbirds-l] Rufous Hummingbird at Aquebogue

I had single bird at feeder between ~ 1215 & 1320. Per owner, both hummers seen earlier in AM, but not sure if she and/or another birder saw both birds. Of note, as I was leaving, a lone Turkey Vulture drifted over this most productive of properties ! Could this, once again, be the elusive

[nysbirds-l] Addendum to previous post

I neglected to include that anyone wanting further information re: today's birds, can contact me off line - and also for homeowner's protocol for getting to see birds. Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] Addendum to previous post

I neglected to include that anyone wanting further information re: today's birds, can contact me off line - and also for homeowner's protocol for getting to see birds. Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES

[nysbirds-l] 2nd Hummingbird at Aquebogue feeder

This afternoon at ~ 4 PM, while looking at the now confirmed Rufous Hummingbird (per Margaret B., homeowner, re: John S's confirming photo of tail feathers) with her, she had a very quick snatch of a fleeting bird whose "jizz" made her think "hummer". We now were on high alert, and it didn't take

[nysbirds-l] 2nd Hummingbird at Aquebogue feeder

This afternoon at ~ 4 PM, while looking at the now confirmed Rufous Hummingbird (per Margaret B., homeowner, re: John S's confirming photo of tail feathers) with her, she had a very quick snatch of a fleeting bird whose "jizz" made her think "hummer". We now were on high alert, and it didn't take

[nysbirds-l] Chores can convert to contentment !

This morning my drive to the supermarket in Riverhead was made more palatable by spotting a single Turkey Vulture circling overhead...could it have been "Lonesome George", the solitary T.V. that has been reported from this area of eastern L.I. for the past couple of years ? This afternoon. I

[nysbirds-l] Chores can convert to contentment !

This morning my drive to the supermarket in Riverhead was made more palatable by spotting a single Turkey Vulture circling overhead...could it have been "Lonesome George", the solitary T.V. that has been reported from this area of eastern L.I. for the past couple of years ? This afternoon. I

Re: [nysbirds-l] ? selasphorus sp. hummingbird (Rufous or Allen's)

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Re: [nysbirds-l] ? selasphorus sp. hummingbird (Rufous or Allen's)

merican Museum of Natural History > > Central Park West at 79th Street > > New York, NY 10024 > > > > Tel: 212 769 5780 <(212)%20769-5780> > > Cell: 718 757 5941 <(718)%20757-5941> > > From: on behalf of robert > adamo > Reply-To: robert adamo >

[nysbirds-l] ? selasphorus sp. hummingbird (Rufous or Allen's)

Without again obtaining a discernible "tell-tale tail" photo, and in the full knowledge of the extremely low odds of the Aquebogue bird being an Allen's, after further perusing yesterday's, as well as today's, shots, it seems the bill is too long for a Rufous, plus it appears to be slightly

[nysbirds-l] ? selasphorus sp. hummingbird (Rufous or Allen's)

Without again obtaining a discernible "tell-tale tail" photo, and in the full knowledge of the extremely low odds of the Aquebogue bird being an Allen's, after further perusing yesterday's, as well as today's, shots, it seems the bill is too long for a Rufous, plus it appears to be slightly

[nysbirds-l] "Bracing for a possible disappointment...."

In spite of my recent "under-whelming" birding fortunes, due to the hospitality of Margaret & Keith B. of Aquebogue, I was able to see and photograph the ?rufous/allen's selasphorus sp. hummingbird that, since the middle of this past October, has been fortifying itself at their sugar-feeder, as

[nysbirds-l] "Bracing for a possible disappointment...."

In spite of my recent "under-whelming" birding fortunes, due to the hospitality of Margaret & Keith B. of Aquebogue, I was able to see and photograph the ?rufous/allen's selasphorus sp. hummingbird that, since the middle of this past October, has been fortifying itself at their sugar-feeder, as

[nysbirds-l] A belated report

Forgetting to do this yesterday, combined with no reports by others on them today, I now (do I hear a drum-roll) submit the 4 Snow Geese found in a flock of ~ 600 Canadas in the triangular field formed by the confluence of Sound Ave, Northville Tpke and Route 105, in n/e Riverhead. The Snow Geese

[nysbirds-l] A belated report

Forgetting to do this yesterday, combined with no reports by others on them today, I now (do I hear a drum-roll) submit the 4 Snow Geese found in a flock of ~ 600 Canadas in the triangular field formed by the confluence of Sound Ave, Northville Tpke and Route 105, in n/e Riverhead. The Snow Geese

[nysbirds-l] I ask you...where is the justice ?

This afternoon at ~ 1545, circling over the Supreme Court Complex on Griffing Ave in downtown Riverhead, were 26 Turkey Vultures slowly making their way south to north...without even a lone "Black" tagging along ! Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] I ask you...where is the justice ?

This afternoon at ~ 1545, circling over the Supreme Court Complex on Griffing Ave in downtown Riverhead, were 26 Turkey Vultures slowly making their way south to north...without even a lone "Black" tagging along ! Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Peregrine Falcon near Goldsmith's Inlet, Cutchogue

Today, at ~ 1 P.M., Bev Prentice Robertson watched as the above dove at, and scattered, a mixed flock of ~ 200 gulls (mostly laughing & ring billed) which had been loafing on the beach. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Peregrine Falcon near Goldsmith's Inlet, Cutchogue

Today, at ~ 1 P.M., Bev Prentice Robertson watched as the above dove at, and scattered, a mixed flock of ~ 200 gulls (mostly laughing & ring billed) which had been loafing on the beach. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] The day after....

The combination of an A.M. dental appointment and chores kept me from birding until after 1:00 PM. today ! Dune Rd, from the Quogue Bridge to Shinnicock Inlet seemed to be the most efficient choice, considering the time left in the day.The only addition for me to this season's species was the

[nysbirds-l] The day after....

The combination of an A.M. dental appointment and chores kept me from birding until after 1:00 PM. today ! Dune Rd, from the Quogue Bridge to Shinnicock Inlet seemed to be the most efficient choice, considering the time left in the day.The only addition for me to this season's species was the

[nysbirds-l] Being late, at times, can turn out great !

Extending my recent trend of getting a late start on the day's birding (Monday's destination being the Robert Moses Hawkwatch) I found myself heading south on the R. M. Parkway, just a hair north of the first bridge, when I saw a Rough-legged Hawk.This was a light morph * bird, and the earliest I

[nysbirds-l] Being late, at times, can turn out great !

Extending my recent trend of getting a late start on the day's birding (Monday's destination being the Robert Moses Hawkwatch) I found myself heading south on the R. M. Parkway, just a hair north of the first bridge, when I saw a Rough-legged Hawk.This was a light morph * bird, and the earliest I

[nysbirds-l] Subject-line of my post dated 10/6/16

Should have ended with the words...towels in your car. Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1)

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