Re: [nysbirds-l] Smith's Longspur - Robert Moses SP (Suffolk Co) - 5/9

Thanks for getting the word out so quickly, Brendan!  With the proliferation of different rare bird outlets it’s easy to miss a spectacular rarity like this!Mike CooperRidge, NYSent from my iPhoneOn May 9, 2023, at 1:34 PM, Brendan Fogarty wrote:Hi everyone,Julie Hart forwarded photos of a

[nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler, Frank Melville Park, Setauket, Suffolk

Continuing this morning in the flowering crab apple trees just north of the small parking lot behind the Post Office Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Red Crossbills, Wertheim NWR, Shirley, Suffolk Co

Along the White Oak trail, just past the old building complex and west of where trail crosses a small creek, perched in deciduous trees creek side. Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven , NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

RE: [nysbirds-l] Black vulture behavior

That bird appears to have a rather full crop from feeding and is likely just resting after eating its fill. Michael R. Wasilco Regional Wildlife Manager, Division of Fish and Wildlife New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 6274 E. Avon-Lima Rd., Avon, NY 14414 P: (585)226-5460 |

RE: [nysbirds-l] Do Oystercatchers mourn or memorialize their losses.

If it is any consolation, based on the spilled contents of that egg, the egg was infertile and never going to hatch. If the egg was due to hatch that day or anytime soon, it should have been mostly filled with a developed embryo with little to no yolk left to spill. Michael R. Wasilco Regional

[nysbirds-l] Sedge Wren at Iroquois NWR near headquarters

I just got a report of a sedge wren encountered near the Iroquois NWR headquarters building. Reported as 200 feet NE of building near fork in trail. Michael R. Wasilco Regional Wildlife Manager, Division of Fish and Wildlife New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 6274 E. Avon-L

[nysbirds-l] upstate ibises and worm-eating warbler

I haven't seen these come across the list serves yet so I am sharing reports from the local text alert. Worm-eating warbler still present as of this morning at Firehouse Woods, near Braddock Bay WMA, Monroe County. Two ibis in flight from Braddock Bay Hawk Watch area last seen headed toward Bu

[nysbirds-l] Laughing Gull Vitale Park, Conesus Lake, Livingston County

The Laughing gull found yesterday and first reported by Tim Lenz continues today. At 1130 this morning it was located on the lawn area in the middle of the park with a group of ring-billed gulls. Some photos I captured this morning are in my ebird checklist https://ebird.org/atlasny/checklist/

[nysbirds-l] Livingston County Cinnamon Teal continues

I don't think I saw it reported on the statewide listserve yet that the male cinnamon teal first found last week is still present and has been a bit more cooperative since its rediscovery in the same location on Sunday. The water levels in the fields along Groveland Flats Road (Rte 258) between

RE: [nysbirds-l] Cinnamon Teal Livingston County 3/22 -No

As of noon today, the cinnamon teal had not been refound, but could easily still be present in the huge amount of flooded cornfield habitat at the site. There were numerous ducks appearing and disappearing into the flooded stalks. A Eurasian Green-wing Teal was found (not seen by myself) this m

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull, E Setauket Harbor, Suffolk Co

Showing now north of #91 Shore Road, East Setauket Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Yellow-headed Blackbird Caledonia, Livingston County Saturday

I was surprised by an apparent yellow-headed blackbird in a flock of cowbirds in my neighbors tree on Saturday morning. Unfortunately I only viewed the bird for a few moments and the entire flock disappeared when I ducked into the vehicle to grab my camera. I have no idea if this flock is hangi

[nysbirds-l] White-crowned Sparrow, Buffalo Farm, Roanoke Av., Riverhead, Suffolk

Nine White-crowned Sparrows feeding along a fence line, about 100 yds south of where the Canada Goose flock, including Snows and one Ross’ Goose were located this morning, west side of Roanoke Av, roughly 150 yds so. of intersection with Reeves Av.. Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven Sent

[nysbirds-l] Gray Kingbird Great Kills Park Staten Island

to the other, often perching and flying to ground to feed. Found by Chad and Nicole from Illinois. Mike Shanley Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] Drake King Eider Montauk , Suffolk

There is currently an adult or near ad male King Eider sitting on the beach along East Lake Drive behind the Inlet Seafood dock in Montauk. Mike Cooper Ridge, LI Sent from my iPhone > > -- > -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Cattle Egret, Eastport, Suffolk

Continuing in association with horses, location as described by Eileen S. earlier today Mike and Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http

[nysbirds-l] Juvenile Ross's Goose Avon DEC pond, Livingston County

There is currently a juvenile Ross's goose sitting next to two cackling goose on the pond here at the Avon DEC office among the 1,400 or so Canada geese. Michael R. Wasilco Regional Wildlife Manager, Division of Fish and Wildlife New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 6274 E. Av

[nysbirds-l] Lark Sparrow, Robert Moses SP Field 2

Continuing single bird, in dead pine just west of entrance booth at Field 2 Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm

[nysbirds-l] American Golden Plover, Smith Point, Suffolk now

Previously reported by John Gluth, Golden now visible along main roadway east of pavilion between road and main parking lot Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Swallow-tailed Kite continuing at location below, Yates Co., Penn Yan

Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven, NY Marked Location View on Apple Maps Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave

[nysbirds-l] Roseate Spoonbill and Wood Stork Montezuma NWR, Seneca County

Both birds were showing well around lunchtime today. The Spoonbill was perched out in open on a branch over the Seneca River about 200m west of the Rte 89 bridge on north side of river with some cormorants. The wood stork was actively feeding with some egrets in a pool along the near side of K

[nysbirds-l] Conesus Inlet WMA Warblers Livingston County

I had a good diversity of warblers this morning at Conesus Inlet WMA along the trail to the boardwalks on the NW portion of the main impoundment. Highlights were first Blackpolls of the year as well as both Canada and Mourning warblers. See the checklists pasted below. Michael R. Wasilco Reg

[nysbirds-l] Wood Stork -Westhampton - Yes

Currently being viewed from the end of Baycrest Ave just before it curves to the left. In the marsh feeding near a large white boat. Mike Rath Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

Re: [nysbirds-l] Four-letter Codes for Birds

a stretch of time when the ABA tried assigning a (3 digit?) number to each species. Mike Cooper Ridge Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 23, 2021, at 9:15 AM, Shaibal Mitra wrote: > > When Rich posted yesterday, I was anxiously awaiting any news at all from > him and read it immedi

[nysbirds-l] Blue Grosbeak, Bellport Dock, Bellport, Suffolk Co

In grassy area along Shore Road at entrance to Bellport Dock Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) ht

[nysbirds-l] Prospects for finding Progne today?

Any updates so far from folks on the scene? I imagine there might be one or two birders on their way. Thanks Mike Cooper Ridge Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http

[nysbirds-l] Alley Pond Park

Short afternoon walk yielded 5 FOS Phoebe, 3 GC kinglets, a Sapucker and an amazing chorus of frogs at Decadon Pond THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY CONTAIN CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. IF YOU ARE NOT THE INTENDED RECIPIENT, YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT ANY USE OF THIS INFO

[nysbirds-l] Pine Grosbeak, Saratoga Co.

Seven Pine Grosbeaks feeding now in crabapple trees at corner of Woodside Dr. (#34) and Goodman Ct., Burnt Hills, Saratoga Co, NY Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Previously reported Common Murre - Crab Meadow Beach

Previously reported Alcid is likely a juvenile Razorbill ; refound and id’d by Pat & Shai at very nearly the same location My apologies for the confusion Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Common Murre-Crab Meadow Beach, Suffolk Co.

East of stone jetty at considerable distance , diving. I was not able to find Barrow’s despite nearly ideal conditions Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm

[nysbirds-l] Red Crossbills, Cupsogue CP, Suffolk Co.

In pines west of parking lot Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCH

[nysbirds-l] Spotted Towhee - Baldwin Harbor Park, Nassau Co

you go! Mike McBrien -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu

[nysbirds-l] Red Crossbills - Jones Beach S P West End, Nassau Co.

Continuing flock of about 35 in median at West End, west of CG station Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Re: [nysbirds-l] Staten Island kingbird is a Western not Cassin’s

Western Kingbird still here at Mount Loretto. Refound by Phil Ribolow at 2:35pm perched in middle of field on left side of main path just after you walk into park from parking lot. -Mike Shanley Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2020, at 12:32 PM, Isaac Grant wrote: > > Per Set

[nysbirds-l] Red-throated Loon & Harlequin Duck, Suffolk Co.

; and a continuing Harlequin, 3rd year at this location since about mid-November Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone

[nysbirds-l] FOS Pine Siskin

FOS Pine Siskin within one hour of putting up my feeders in Douglaston Mike Jaklitsch THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY CONTAIN CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. IF YOU ARE NOT THE INTENDED RECIPIENT, YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT ANY USE OF THIS INFORMATION OR DISSEMINATION

[nysbirds-l] RB Nuthatch

FOS red-breasted nuthatch calling in trees around my home in Douglaston this morning. THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY CONTAIN CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. IF YOU ARE NOT THE INTENDED RECIPIENT, YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT ANY USE OF THIS INFORMATION OR DISSEMINATION, DIST

[nysbirds-l] Swallow-tailed Kites, Kendall, Orleans Co.

Both birds being observed now from the Church location at the intersection of County Line & Creek Rds. soaring mostly over the creek to the east. Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm

[nysbirds-l] Western Kingbird - Robert Moses, Suffolk

morning was very foggy and rather unproductive, despite good company. Best, Mike McBrien -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES

[nysbirds-l] Alley Pond Park

A short walk this morning was fairly productive with 10 species of warblers including a Blue Winged & Hooded. Other highlights included three species of thrush and flyover Raven & C. Loon Mike Jaklitsch Douglaston, NY THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY

[nysbirds-l] Whimbrel, Timber Pt GC, East Marina area, Suffolk

eral minutes then moved onto the grassy tee (closer to where I stood) a few minutes later they flew N toward the center of the GC and appeared to land near a large flock of Brant and other birds; they were not relocated during the next ~30 minutes I remained on site. Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent

[nysbirds-l] Pine Warbler

Pine Warbler visiting the peanut feeder for the second day in a row here in my backyard in Douglaston. Nice treat on a lousy weather day. eBird submission yesterday with photo. THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY CONTAIN CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. IF YOU ARE NOT THE INTENDED

[nysbirds-l] 2/24 Montauk Point (Suffolk) - Black Guillemot, TB Murre continues

Late this morning, a Black Guillemot flew in from the East and dropped in just off the Restaurant overlook. It was feeding along a pale frothy current line, a few hundred yards off the beach, when last seen. The Thick-billed Murre also continues directly below the lighthouse. Best, Mike

[nysbirds-l] Yes- Sans Souci American White Pelican

In the second “pond” north of Montauk Highway. The bird was not viewable from the highway. From the trailhead at the north end of Old Broadway Ave, walk east to the ponds and then go south. You must crossover to the east side of the ponds where there is a tree laying across the trail and k

[nysbirds-l] Black-headed Gull, JBSP, Coast Guard Station, Nassau Co.

Now on sand bar showing well. Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCH

[nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose; Suffolk Co.,Riverhead Sod Farms, north of Northville Tpke, west of Rte 105

Viewing now in large flock of Canadas Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave

[nysbirds-l] King Eider -Shinnecock East

Female continues close to shore, viewing now from Shinnecock East County parking lot; also, as a bonus 16 Snow Buntings and an adult Bald Eagle perched on distant sandbar to the north Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] Long Island: Origins of banded Glaucous Gull at Shinnecock Inlet?

Gluth, Ken Thompson and Pat and Shai for also photographing and keeping track of the bird. Also Rich Guthrie, Angus Wilson and Doug Gochfeld for background info they provided. Angus nailed the location- Nunavut Mike Cooper Ridge, NY . Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 4, 2020, at 11:45 PM, Mich

Re: [nysbirds-l] Brown Pelican and Golden-crowned Sparrow still around?

John, just heard from a local Shelter Islander, same guy that got great photos, no Pelican yesterday pm or today as of now Mike S Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2019, at 11:42 AM, TURNER wrote: > >  Andrew: The GCS was under the feeder through yesterday. Haven't seen any &

[nysbirds-l] White Pelican at Avon DEC pond, Livingston County

There is currently an adult white pelican along with 3 Tundra swans and a couple thousand geese on the pond at the Avon DEC office. Michael R. Wasilco Regional Wildlife Manager, Division of Fish and Wildlife New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 6274 E. Avon-Lima Rd., Avon, NY

[nysbirds-l] 15 Brown Pelicans - Huguenot - Staten Island

Jose and I spotted 15 Brown Pelicans heading from Sandy Hook, NJ towards Great Kills Park Staten Island. Seen from the bottom of Arbutus Ave at 530pm. -Mike Shanley Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http

[nysbirds-l] American Avocet , Sagg Main Beach, Sagaponack Pond, Suffolk

Now feeding along east side of the new cut within 100 yards of the ocean Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Black-bellied Whistling Ducks, Nickerson Beach, Nassau

Two Black-bellied Whistling Ducks continue this morning along west side of the grassy field which runs parallel to Lido Blvd @ Nickerson Beach Park. Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http

[nysbirds-l] Black-bellied Whistling-Duck - Nickerson Beach, Nassau Co

Shai Mitra and I are currently with a group of 10 whistling-ducks at Nickerson Beach. They were found here by Don Heitzmann and company yesterday evening. They are on the wet lawn at the western end of the park (in the same area as the stilt from earlier this spring). Best, Michael McBrien

Re: [nysbirds-l] misplaced Glossy Ibis

spot that shorebirds might use as well, but so far I’ve only seen the occasional yellowlegs feeding there. Mike Ridge, NY Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 4, 2019, at 8:41 PM, kathy k wrote: > > I’ve had several recent sightings of Glossy Ibis in the same general area. > There are

[nysbirds-l] Sandhill Crane; Yes. Napeague, Suffolk

Continues south of Cranberry Hole Road, Promised Land, Napeague at location previously reported earlier today. Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http

Re: [nysbirds-l] Black-bellied Whistling Ducks - Cow Meadow - Yes

subsequently returned in the twilight hours to the Cow Meadow ponds. Good luck to those who go, Mike McBrien Easy Patchogue, NY > On May 21, 2019, at 7:52 PM, Long Island Birding > wrote: > > The four continue in the pond. Hopefully they roost for the night. > Mike Z > --

Re:[nysbirds-l] [ebirdsnyc] Douglaston, Queens

Just had 4 Ravens over my house in Douglaston moving southeast. High but multiple birds in the group calling so its unmistakable. THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY CONTAIN CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. IF YOU ARE NOT THE INTENDED RECIPIENT, YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT ANY

[nysbirds-l] Alley Pond Park, Queens

Area around Decadon Pond had decent diversity this morning with three highlights among about 12 species of warblers in 45 min: Chestnut-sided, Blackburnian and Cape May. First heard, then seen in each case. THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY CONTAIN CONFIDENTIAL INFORMA

Re: [nysbirds-l] Interesting raptor, Ulster County

How about the heavy blackish line through the eye- does Red-shouldered typically look that heavily marked or might it be an artifact of lighting? Thanks Mike RIidge Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 8, 2019, at 7:08 PM, Steve Walter wrote: > > Why not an immature Red-shouldered Hawk?

[nysbirds-l] Bald Eagles Riverhead, Suffolk Co

birder behavior, but really, things like this make it more likely that reporting lists will become fragmented as we need to “vet” birders and photographers who will not engage in unethical behavior. Mike Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Red-necked Grebe, Patchogue Lake, Suffolk Co.

Red-necked Grebe found yesterday by Shai Mitra at this location continues this morning , diving actively near south end of the lake; also, found a drake Blue-winged Teal associating with Gadwalls near mid-lake west side. Mike Scheibel Brookhaven, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info

[nysbirds-l] Ravens

Yesterday’s winter waterfowl count of the Islip and surrounding environs got off to an interesting start with a pair of adult ravens harassing a Redtail on the Seatuck Environmental Association’s property. Probably a first for the property and a wonderful way to start the day. THIS E-MAIL IS IN

Re: [nysbirds-l] Clay-Colored Sparrow in Quogue

Still present this morning- same location. Thanks, Steve! Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 26, 2019, at 5:10 PM, Steve Biasetti > wrote: > > This morning Tom Moran and I saw a Clay-Colored Sparrow with a few Field > Sparrows near the Post Lane Bridge in Quogue. It was feeding on the ground > ju

[nysbirds-l] Staten Island Varied Thrush - NO

Huguenot.  Good luck!  -Mike Shanley  -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu

[nysbirds-l] Razorbill Staten Island

Had a Razorbill late this afternoon from the foot of Huguenot Ave. Also on hand were two Red-shouldered Hawks. -Mike Shanley Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http

[nysbirds-l] Pine Siskins

Nice surprise to see three Pine Siskins at my feeder in Douglaston with several goldfinches and house finches. Sent from my iPhone THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY CONTAIN CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. IF YOU ARE NOT THE INTENDED RECIPIENT, YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT ANY

Re: [nysbirds-l] Grey kingbird Jones Beach

Is it Still being seen??? Mike Cooper Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 10, 2018, at 10:52 AM, Peter Reisfeld wrote: > > On exit road from Meadowbrook to West End. Found with Bobby Veltri. Flicker > link: https://flic.kr/p/QEyJML > > Sent from who knows where > -- &

Re: [nysbirds-l] Heckscher SP, Suffolk County

solution. We probably differ most in our faith in our fellow man- I’ve been in situations now where I’ve had to shame people into not chasing a bird over and over, some will stop and some won’t. I hope Arie is right and we can help people understand where we’re coming from. Mike Cooper Ridge

Re: [nysbirds-l] Heckscher SP, Suffolk County

Listserve, just recognition of the fact that the Listserve can be viewed by anyone, whether they subscribe or not. Mike Cooper Ridge, NY Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 27, 2018, at 3:43 PM, ArieGilbert wrote: > > Great. More sightings that wont get reported. > > They're do

Re: [nysbirds-l] Heckscher SP, Suffolk County

currently a 256 member limit on a group, but there are ways around that if we some day exceeded that. The photography stuff is out of control and I won’t contribute to a public group any sightings of birds that are in chaseable locations. Mike Cooper Ridge Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 27, 2

[nysbirds-l] Marbled Godwit- Cupsogue CP

Now in mud flat lagoon closest to parking lot; also lots of Seaside & Saltmarsh sparrows Mike & Lynne Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.

[nysbirds-l] Nighthawks

7:09pm or later. Mike Jaklitsch Douglaston, NY 31 August 2018 - 75 min, 0 Nighthawks, 3 swifts 2 September 2018 - 112 min, 3 Nighthawks, 3 swifts 3 September 2018 - 94 min, 7 Nighthawks, 18 swifts -- Subject: Results for St

Re: [nysbirds-l] Presumed Hybrid Shorebird at Jamaica Bay

Apologies for including the photos instead of the links- I forgot which group and rules I was replying to Mike Cooper Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 27, 2018, at 6:43 PM, Mike wrote: > > I was more inclined to think that if it’s one or the other, it might be an > oddball Western

Re: [nysbirds-l] Presumed Hybrid Shorebird at Jamaica Bay

the undertail coverts. The bill is short, but not particularly blob- tipped. Two photos below from John Gluth and Lisa Nasta showing the bold chevrons and marked UTC Mike Cooper Sent from my iPhone > >> Hi Steve, >> >> Whenever, I see “hybrid” in any reports I

Re: [nysbirds-l] Presumed Hybrid Shorebird at Jamaica Bay

opinions. Mike Cooper Ridge, NY Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 27, 2018, at 3:09 PM, Steve Walter wrote: > > I’ve posted pictures of an interesting Calidris sandpiper that has been on > the East Pond at Jamaica Bay. It was first photographed by Peter Post on > Saturday and ob

[nysbirds-l] Heckscher State Park Suffolk Co

Despite some pretty loud thunderstorms overnight, there is barely any water in the puddles at Heckscher this morning. The only shorebirds seen during a quick drive- through were Killdeers Mike Ridge, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Black-bellied Whistling Ducks

Continuing this morning at Nissequogue SP; Pond on left side of entrance road. Mike Scheibel Brookhaven Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] Ruff at Heckscher Park - NO (Suffolk Co.)

the list until after they’re gone. Mike Cooper Ridge, LI Sent from my iPhone > On May 24, 2018, at 8:22 AM, Ken F wrote: > > The previously reported Ruff at Heckscher State Park was not relocated this > morning at about 7:00AM. However, it may still be here but becoming mor

Re: [nysbirds-l] Wood Sandpiper Timber Point Golf Course now Suffolk Co

will be, on your left, a grassy area with wet spots and behind that, a golf course pond. The bird has been hanging out around the wet spots there. Obviously, for anyone else heading over there- do not walk out onto the grass or golf course areas. Good luck, Mike Sent from my iPhone > On

Re: [nysbirds-l] Wood Sandpiper Timber Point Golf Course now Suffolk Co

Previously reported Wood Sandpiper at Timber Point, Suffolk is present now, Tuesday AM Mike Cooper Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 16, 2018, at 9:04 PM, Shaibal Mitra wrote: > > The Wood Sandpiper continued in the rain pools just east of the Timber Point > entrance road (and just

Re:[nysbirds-l] nysbirds-l digest: March 24, 2018

Came home from the gym to find a group of bluejays around one of my spruce trees going ballistic. It took a bit of work but I found a Long-Eared Owl that the Jays eventually flushed. Photographic evidence available… Good birding, Mike Jaklitsch THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE

Re:[nysbirds-l] nysbirds-l digest: March 24, 2018

Came home from the gym to find a group of bluejays around one of my spruce trees going ballistic. It took a bit of work but I found a Long-Eared Owl that the Jays eventually flushed. Photographic evidence available… THIS E-MAIL IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE ADDRESSEE(S) AND MAY CONTAIN CONFIDENTIAL

[nysbirds-l] Red-necked Grebe, West Marina, Long Beach

Continuing bird, first seen in the basin and then in state boat channel Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARC

[nysbirds-l] Eared Grebe - Shinnecock In, Suffolk Co

There is currently an Eared Grebe on the ocean just west of the jetties at Shinnecock Inlet, Suffolk County. The bird is floating slowly west. Michael McBrien Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbi

Re:[nysbirds-l] Eared Grebe - Shinnecock In, Suffolk Co

Moments after pressing send, the Grebe took off, heading west close to shore. It seemed to touch down somewhere to the west of the Ponqougue beach bathhouse, so it is likely still in the area. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 10, 2018, at 8:44 AM, Mike McBrien wrote: > > There is cur

Re:[nysbirds-l] [ebirdsnyc] Greater White-fronted Goose - Alley Pond Park, Queens

As found and reported by Eric & Jeff yesterday, this morning’s tally included those noted below in Jeff/Eric’s note (including the GWF goose) plus the following: 2 buffleheads 4 mallards 2 mute swans 1 RB Merg 1 Coot 1 Pied Billed Grebe 1 Snow goose 1 Ring necked Duck Good birding,

[nysbirds-l] Barrows Goldeneye - Bayville, Nassau Co

I just recently had a female Barrows Goldeneye in a flock of 60+ goldeneye off of Oak Neck Beach in Bayville. Parts of the flock took off to the east and I haven’t been able to relocated the Barrows in a brief search of the nearby coast, though it is likely still nearby. Additionally, there is

[nysbirds-l] Mountain Bluebird RMSP Suffolk

Being seen in and off about 10 minutes walk past the golf course at Democrat Point on the inlet side Mike Cooper Ridge NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http

Re: [nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 3221] Snowy Owl, No

kudos to those involved for not going off the rails. I assumed the worst and was proven wrong. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 5, 2017, at 2:28 PM, brian.whip...@gmail.com wrote: > > I’m not sure that Chris would have to intervene here. This discussion is one > of the reaso

Re: [nysbirds-l] Neotropical birds in the far north

I don’t know if this is part of the crazy outbreak we’re seeing here in the northeast, but yesterday a Hepatic Tanager was photo’d at a feeder in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan! Mike Cooper Ridge, LI, NY Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 3, 2017, at 9:51 AM, Anders Peltomaa wr

Re: [nysbirds-l] Fwd: [SINaturaList] Ash-throated Flycatcher and Clay-colored sparrow

Both birds were still present around 3pm. Ash-throated Flycatcher had moved a bit closer to parking lot seem along left side of main trail in small trees. Bird was seen well and heard vocalizing a bit. -Mike Shanley Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 23, 2017, at 2:31 PM, Isaac Grant wr

Re: [nysbirds-l] Pelham bay

Yeah, unfortunately, they’ve done this at Heckscher State Park and at Smith’s Point, Suffolk County Park. The Heckscher puddles are not as good as they used to be, but they still attract some birds. The ones at Smiths Point are gone. Mike Cooper Ridge, NY Sent from my iPhone > On Nov

[nysbirds-l] Ruddy Shelduck at Avon DEC pond

Assuming the bird I saw this morning is the same one that I saw in flight on Wednesday, the possible Black-bellied Whistling Duck I reported, is actually a Ruddy Shelduck. I got good looks and decent photos of it swimming on pond early this morning. Checklist below. Twin Cedars Environmental

[nysbirds-l] Possible Black-bellied Whistling Duck Avon DEC Pond, Livingston County

I just had a bird fly out of the roosting geese at the pond here at the Avon DEC office that my first impression was that it was a weird goose with a chestnut colored body with black toward the rear, pink bill, and black wings with a prominent white stripe down the greater and lesser coverts on

[nysbirds-l] Lesser Black- backed Gulls- RMSP Suffolk

A scan through the Gull flock in the parking lot at Field 5 RMSP yielded at least 26 Lessers. Mike Cooper Ridge, LI NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http

[nysbirds-l] Dune Road, Suffolk County

scattering of the usual suspects. Mike Cooper Ridge, NY Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail

Re: [nysbirds-l] Long Island Rarity - Pileated Woodpecker (second-hand report)

Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 4, 2017, at 2:02 PM, Pat Palladino wrote: > > An ebird report has been posted indicating that a Pileated Woodpecker > (photographs of the bird were also posted) was observed yesterday afternoon > in the "Jayne's Hill Woods." Jayne's Hill is the highest point on L

Re: [nysbirds-l] Clay-colored Sparrow- Dune Rd Suffolk

Clay- colored Sparrow this afternoon at Tiana Beach- north side of Ocean parking lot. Mike Cooper Ridge, LI -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Brown.Booby Montauk now 9:10 AM

At the south end of Lake Montauk perched on mast Mike Ridge Sent from my iPhone -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1

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