[nysbirds-l] Odd B Oriole behavior question

2021-06-18 Thread Rick Kedenburg
??? I would be interested in knowing the reason. Rick, North Fork LI NY -- 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

Re: [nysbirds-l] Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

2020-12-30 Thread Rick Kedenburg
Thank you for your lovely poem of hope and love. I was very moved. Rick > On Dec 25, 2020, at 12:23 AM, Mayra Cruz wrote: > > Hola, > To All Our Friends, We have missed you! > We can’t wait to Bird On, with all of you fast a foot. Searching, seeking > that rare vagrant Bird.

RE: [nysbirds-l] Governors Island: European Goldfinch Flock (18-Dec)

2017-12-19 Thread Rick
uld. This would support a number of the data tracking suggestions already put forward in this thread. Just a thought, Rick -Original Message- From: bounce-122144285-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-122144285-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Shaibal Mitra Sent: Tuesday, December 19,

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

2017-12-04 Thread Rick
under climate change. In general, we have been finding ducks and geese in tremendous abundance and diversity throughout NYS in recent years. If Mute Swans are a problem, it is a very small one compared to many other threats to our environment. And, as Rick points out, our environment has been abused

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

2017-12-04 Thread Rick
. Suggestions? Rick From: bounce-122103507-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-122103507-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Tim Dunn Sent: Monday, December 04, 2017 8:37 PM To: Frederick Kedenburg Cc: Michael Cooper ; NYS BIRDS Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 3221] Snowy Owl

Re:[nysbirds-l] nysbirds-l digest: December 02, 2017

2017-12-02 Thread Rick
Juvenile ravens form winter groups, Heinrich conducted a fascinating field study to find out why.  I won't spoil the suspense for those who haven't read it. Better than a Ludlum novel, highly recommended  Rick  Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message ---

RE: [nysbirds-l] Astonishing High Count for Common Raven, Suffolk Co., LI

2017-12-01 Thread Rick
On larger raven flocks (probably juvenile "gangs") See Bernd Heinrich's excellent "Ravens in Winter" (1989). Rick Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: Shaibal Mitra Date:12/01/2017 2:42 PM (GMT-05:00) To: "NYSBIRDS

RE: [nysbirds-l] Gulling in Brooklyn & Queens

2017-11-25 Thread Rick
I wonder if that’s the same Spottie we saw on last year’s Brooklyn CBC? Same location. Rick From: bounce-122076748-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-122076748-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Andrew Baksh Sent: Saturday, November 25, 2017 6:16 PM To: nysbirds-l Cc: Nyc

Re:[nysbirds-l] V. Rails released in Central Park, NYC (11/21 etc.)

2017-11-24 Thread Rick
tandards a little bit higher. Just a thought, Rick Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: John Gluth Date:11/24/2017 1:09 PM (GMT-05:00) To: NYSBIRDS-L-for posts posts Cc: Subject: Re:[nysbirds-l] V. Rails released in Central Park, NYC (11/21 etc.)

[nysbirds-l] Cackling Geese

2017-11-23 Thread Rick
Two continue on Parade grounds south of Prospect Park. 40°39'1" N 73°58'13" W https://rbc-pix.smugmug.com/Nature/Cackling-Goose Rick Cech Also c. 25 pipits. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.

RE: [nysbirds-l] Crake specimen

2017-11-09 Thread Rick
Thanks for posting, many followers of this saga.  Rick Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: Richard Guthrie Date:11/09/2017 8:09 AM (GMT-05:00) To: NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Cc: Subject: [nysbirds-l] Crake specimen For general information: The

[nysbirds-l] Further Warning - Central Park

2017-09-02 Thread Rick
nt and we need a photo of bird watchers." We had no option but to comply, as he was pointing a cell phone camera straight at us. So, if you value your privacy, beware! Rick P.S. What's next? -Original Message- From: bounce-121782144-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-12178214

RE: [nysbirds-l] Manhattan migrants / lingerers

2017-06-30 Thread Rick
Am I wrong or are there more migrant warblers hanging around this summer than most years? Or is it just more observers afield? Rick Cech From: bounce-121633781-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121633781-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Thomas Fiore Sent: Friday, June 30

RE: [nysbirds-l] Any Swainson's reports?

2017-05-28 Thread Rick
No, dipped this morning (9-10:30). From: bounce-121565141-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121565141-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of James Purcell Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2017 12:53 PM To: NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Subject: [nysbirds-l] Any Swainson's reports? I'm assuming that so

RE: [nysbirds-l] Henslow's Sparrow

2017-05-28 Thread Rick
smaller trail off the to the left again (north), where there is a bench on the right. You can see the small, grayish blind ahead. That’s where the Dickcissel was yesterday; Henslow’s is at a small turn in the path, maybe 20 yards before the blind. Also look for the birders. Rick From

RE: [nysbirds-l] Wallkill Zoo

2017-05-27 Thread Rick
Sorry, wrong url https://rbc-pix.smugmug.com/Nature/Shawangunk-Wonderland/ From: bounce-121564688-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121564688-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Rick Sent: Saturday, May 27, 2017 9:46 PM To: NYSBIRDS-L Subject: [nysbirds-l] Wallkill Zoo The

[nysbirds-l] Wallkill Zoo

2017-05-27 Thread Rick
Bobolinks, Grasshopper Sparrows, Purple Martins, etc., etc.). What a treasure of a habitat! Rick Cech https://rbc-pix.smugmug.com/organize/Nature/Shawangunk-Wonderland P.S. The pale-colored sulphurs flying around in the fields are mainly spring-form Orange Sulphurs, which are mostly p

RE: [nysbirds-l] nysbirds-l digest: May 26, 2017

2017-05-26 Thread Rick
-121563669-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Peter Reisfeld Sent: Friday, May 26, 2017 9:27 PM To: Rick Cc: Jay D ; & [NYSBIRDS] Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] nysbirds-l digest: May 26, 2017 That’s ridiculous. Mastodons don’t congregate in colonies. It’s obviously pseudomonas mendo

RE: [nysbirds-l] nysbirds-l digest: May 26, 2017

2017-05-26 Thread Rick
Pleistocene Mastodon? From: bounce-121561409-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121561409-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Jay D Sent: Friday, May 26, 2017 5:47 AM To: & [NYSBIRDS] Subject: Re:[nysbirds-l] nysbirds-l digest: May 26, 2017 "Raven attacking PM colony" What does

[nysbirds-l] Smr Tanager summit rock CP

2017-05-21 Thread Rick
At 7:35, a male. Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device -- 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/n

RE: [nysbirds-l] Ravens. BBG

2017-02-04 Thread Rick
A pair of ravens also was calling loudly overhead on 24th Street, Manhattan, betw. 8th and 9th, around 5:00. Rick -Original Message- From: bounce-121208526-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121208526-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Bradley Klein Sent: Saturday, February 04

[nysbirds-l] Black-backed Oriole Update

2017-02-04 Thread Rick
The oriole was seen today (2/4) intermittently at mid-day, on back-yard feeder with orange peels. Rick Cech, Emily Peyton, Fritz Mueller From: bounce-121208517-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121208517-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Barry E. Blust Sent: Saturday, February

[nysbirds-l] Ross's at Robert Moses Causeway turnaround, late am

2016-12-22 Thread Rick
The Ross's Goose pair was coming and going at the causeway turn-around this morning. Not there at 10:30, but arrived (w/some Canadas) by about 11:00. Then (after we left) evidently seen by another observer at lot 5. So some patience is required. Good luck with them, Rick Cech / Emily P

Re: [nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 2905] I Have Never Seen This Before !!

2016-12-09 Thread Rick & Linda
071794-3714...@list.cornell.edu] on behalf of Nancy Jane Kern > [kerns...@hotmail.com] > Sent: Friday, December 9, 2016 12:21 PM > To: NYS BIRDS; Rick & Linda > Subject: Re: [nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 2905] I Have Never Seen This Before > !! > > I have seen gray sq

[nysbirds-l] [NFBirds Report 2905] I Have Never Seen This Before !!

2016-12-09 Thread Rick & Linda
I always thought G Squirrels were vegetarians. Here are pictures of a squirrel on my deck eating a DE Junco. I could not believe my eyes but there it is. I was working on my laptop this morning and heard a thump on the sliding glass door. Evidently it was a DE Junco that hit the glass. I finishe

RE: [nysbirds-l] St. Paul's Church, Manhattan 1903-04 - 41 species

2016-11-30 Thread Rick
, however, and as noted can be overdone. Rick Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE KöszDevice Original message From: Paul R Sweet Date:11/30/2016 4:50 PM (GMT-05:00) To: NYSBIRDS-L Cc: Subject: RE: [nysbirds-l] St. Paul's Church, Manhattan 1903-04 - 41 species Daily

RE: [nysbirds-l] Western Tanager, Manhattan, NYC 11/24

2016-11-24 Thread Rick
Thanksgiving, Rick From: bounce-121028437-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121028437-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Thomas Fiore Sent: Thursday, November 24, 2016 12:28 PM To: nysbirds-l Subject: [nysbirds-l] Western Tanager, Manhattan, NYC 11/24 Thanksgiving-Thursday, 24

RE: [nysbirds-l] Another option to the drivel

2016-11-22 Thread Rick
concerning. Nothing more. Back to birding. From: bounce-121021815-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121021815-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Rick Sent: Monday, November 21, 2016 10:20 PM To: 'Phil Jeffrey' ; 'Steve Walter' Cc: '& [NYSBIRDS]'

RE: [nysbirds-l] Another option to the drivel

2016-11-21 Thread Rick
more than wordy now. Apologies. That’s my two cents, anyway, & good birding, Rick From: bounce-121021658-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-121021658-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Phil Jeffrey Sent: Monday, November 21, 2016 7:56 PM To: Steve Walter Cc: & [

[nysbirds-l] Clay-colored Sparrow / West End JB

2016-10-15 Thread Rick
Clay-colored continued today at West End (see map in posting), seemingly 2 individuals. Active in the thickets, but not overly much diversity. https://rbc-pix.smugmug.com/Nature/2016-10-15-Jones-Beach/ Rick Cech / Emily Peyton -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] With sadness

2016-10-13 Thread Rick & Linda
dedication to nature will be sadened by this news. Rick & Linda kedenb...@optonline.net <mailto:kedenb...@optonline.net> -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastB

[nysbirds-l] With sadness

2016-10-13 Thread Rick & Linda
dedication to nature will be sadened by this news. Rick Kedenburg rickkedenb...@optonline.net <mailto:rickkedenb...@optonline.net> Rick & Linda kedenb...@optonline.net <mailto:kedenb...@optonline.net> -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSb

Re: [nysbirds-l] Tree swallows

2016-10-11 Thread Rick & Linda
I also saw large groups of Tree Swallows passing over Southold NY here on the North Fork of LI earlier today. It must be their last hurrah while heading south. Rick & Linda kedenb...@optonline.net > On Oct 11, 2016, at 1:56 PM, Eileen Wheeler wrote: > > A cloud of Tree Swal

[nysbirds-l] alley pond park, queens, ny

2016-04-28 Thread Rick & Linda
Alley pond park Little alley pond Blue-winged warbler, American Redstart. Yellow warbler Rufous-sided Towhee Cat birds in nuptial display. Also the usual set of bird suspects and many families enjoying the week from school and BBQing, diversity of food very impressive. Yum Yum Rick & L

RE: [nysbirds-l] Tern - swan River

2016-04-22 Thread Rick
The typo-pun opportunities here are too mind-boggling for response. I believe the correct reference in both instances is to "tern" -- just in case anyone was confused. :-) -Original Message- From: bounce-120410816-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-120410816-3714...@list.cornell.edu]

Re: [nysbirds-l] Woodcocks Displaying, Suffolk County

2016-03-12 Thread Rick & Linda
There were two displaying in Arshamomack Preserve (Chapel Lane) Greenport last Monday dusk. Just to the left of the entrance trail. It was their first display this year. More to follow I hope. Rick & Linda kedenb...@optonline.net > On Mar 11, 2016, at 7:24 PM, Mike wrote: > >

RE:[nysbirds-l] [ebirdsnyc] Potential (Probable?) Brewer's Sparrow in Flushing Meadows Corona Park

2015-12-21 Thread Rick
Hi, those Luddites among us who don’t use Facebook can’t access this posting (at least I can’t). Any chance of a posting to a publicly accessible site? Thanks, Rick From: ebirds...@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ebirds...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Corey Finger 1birdsblog...@gmail.com

RE: [nysbirds-l] Painted Bunting

2015-12-16 Thread Rick
Yippee Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: Doug Gochfeld Date:12/16/2015 8:28 AM (GMT-05:00) To: "NYSBIRDS-L@cornell edu" Cc: Subject: [nysbirds-l] Painted Bunting The Prospect Park Painted Bunting has made it to Brooklyn's CBC count period.

[nysbirds-l] String fencing to protect beach nesting sparks death threat from angry resident - SoutholdLOCAL

2015-08-12 Thread Rick & Linda
ldlocal.com/2015/07/14/string-fencing-to-protect-beach-nesting-sparks-death-threat-from-angry-resident/?fb_action_ids=10153422385857349&fb_action_types=og.comments> Rick & Linda kedenb...@optonline.net -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

RE: [nysbirds-l] Red Phalarope still present this morning as of about 10 am

2015-07-22 Thread Rick
Yes, last weekend in dunes, somewhat near dried ponds. Rick Cech Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: "Grover, Bob" Date:07/22/2015 1:15 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Ardith Bondi , New York Birds Cc: Subject: RE: [nysbirds-l] Red Phalarope sti

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach Red Phalarope YES midday Sunday

2015-07-19 Thread Rick
The phalarope was on the “blind pond” around 9:30-10:00, then flew to the large pond-mudflat just west of that and stayed there feeding until at least 11:00, probably later. Rick Cech / Emily Peyton From: bounce-119463406-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-119463406-3714

[nysbirds-l] RT HUMMINGBIRD (male)

2015-04-24 Thread Rick & Linda
y” rk . Rick & Linda kedenb...@optonline.net -- 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@co

RE: [nysbirds-l] Cassins/Couches survival chances?

2015-01-08 Thread Rick
small fruits and such, is whether or not they are an adequate substitute for higher-quality insect protein in severe cold, versus in milder traditional overwintering sites.) Rick From: bounce-118683374-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-118683374-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of

RE: [nysbirds-l] Cassin's Kingbird-YES

2015-01-01 Thread Rick
Now at picnic area. Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: Rick Date:01/01/2015 11:36 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Rob Jett , NYSBirds Cc: Subject: RE: [nysbirds-l] Cassin's Kingbird-YES Cassin ' at north end of communication gardens now. P

RE: [nysbirds-l] Cassin's Kingbird-YES

2015-01-01 Thread Rick
Cassin ' at north end of communication gardens now. Perched low. Rick Cech and Emily Peyton Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: Rob Jett Date:12/31/2014 8:23 PM (GMT-05:00) To: NYSBirds Cc: Subject: [nysbirds-l] Cassin's Kingbird-YES

Re: [nysbirds-l] Snowy Owl problem

2014-12-22 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
n the way could solve the problem. Thank you for posting this. Rick K. NYS-DEC WRL On Dec 21, 2014, at 9:50 PM, John Lazaro wrote: Today my girlfriend and I had the pleasure of seeing a beautiful snowy owl at Jones Beach next to the jetty. As we approached the jetty we saw the bird fly i

[nysbirds-l] E Bluebirds - Alley Pond Park, Queens

2014-11-30 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
11-30-14 , 12 noon. Good views of three E Bluebirds behind the green metal storage sheds that hold the equipment for the Challenge course. (2 mature males & one Juv.) To the east of the handball courts & north of the soccer field there were 8-10 Hermit Thrush. Also seen 2 Catbirds and 1 Go

[nysbirds-l] Edgemere Park

2014-10-25 Thread Rick
A few decent birds this afternoon at Edgemere Park, observed by Rick Cech, Emily Peyton, Karlo Mirth. Sparrows: Many Savannah, Swamp, White-throated and Song; 2 Field; 2+ juv. White-crowned; 1 Vesper, 1 possible Ammodramus. Raptors: Quite a few Northern Harriers, Red-taileds, Peregrine

[nysbirds-l] APP., Queens

2014-10-05 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
Oct 5, 2014, 9AM - 12PM. Alley Pond Park - Sunny, breezy, 51 degrees F. After yesterday's rain a cold front with north winds brought many migrant birds to Alley Pond Park, Queens. Large numbers of N Flicker seen in many locations. Particularly 14 on the ball field next to the handball courts.

RE: [nysbirds-l] Rattlesnake at Doodletown

2014-05-26 Thread Rick
ornell.edu] On Behalf Of Claudia Peretti Sent: Monday, May 26, 2014 9:07 PM To: 'Rick'; 'Robert Lewis'; 'NYSBirds' Subject: RE: [nysbirds-l] Rattlesnake at Doodletown Unfortunately, in the case of the rattlesnake seen by the EA Mearns and Linnaean Society, the sn

RE: [nysbirds-l] Rattlesnake at Doodletown

2014-05-26 Thread Rick
gorp.com/weekend-guide/travel-ta-snake-bite-faq-sidwcmdev_053475. html#ixzz32s2uANB1 From: Steve Walter [mailto:swalte...@verizon.net] Sent: Monday, May 26, 2014 7:54 PM To: 'Rick' Subject: RE: [nysbirds-l] Rattlesnake at Doodletown So like don't pet them.

RE: [nysbirds-l] Rattlesnake at Doodletown

2014-05-26 Thread Rick
These rattlesnakes (probably the same pair) have been at that site for many years, plus their progeny. They are venerable citizens of the property. Just one request, be careful when walking in the area, but please LEAVE THEM ALONE. Thanks, Rick Cech P.S. One time a few years back a

FW: [nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler, Madison Square park, 3:45 pm

2014-05-04 Thread Rick
115127060-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-115127060-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Rick Sent: Sunday, May 04, 2014 5:14 PM To: NYSBIRDS-L@cornell.edu Cc: Emily Peyton Subject: [nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler, Madison Square park, 3:45 pm Put on a good show, foraging in southern end of park

[nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler, Madison Square park, 3:45 pm

2014-05-04 Thread Rick
Put on a good show, foraging in southern end of park (between Shake Shack and statue at sw corner. Good luck if you go, Rick Cech http://rbc-pix.smugmug.com/organize/Nature/Madison-Square-Park-Prothonota -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http

[nysbirds-l] No BBCOs

2014-04-25 Thread Rick
LOWA, not LOWT. Nice sighting all the same. Good birding, Rick Preceding posts: Louisiana Waterthrush is a great bird for Suffolk County! I believe Pat Lindsay found this bird early this morning, but missed the PROW, which didn't perk up until around 10:00. I saw the latter in

Re: [nysbirds-l] Press release

2014-03-20 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
ere that are sportsman clubs along the Willowemoc and some of that land is part of the NYC Watershed. I would think a State Senator from NYC would get some attention. We stay with many good friends from this area, Claryville & Denning, and we would say most are against this type of killing.

Re: [nysbirds-l] Press release

2014-03-20 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
Thank you Stella. If we as a birding community want to see this through I urge members of this list-serve to attach the press release to an email and send it along with your thoughts to your own state legislators. I just did. Thank you for you consideration. Respectfully yours, Rick On Mar 20

Re: [nysbirds-l] Crow Shoot scheduled in Greene County

2014-03-18 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
ment representatives is a good way to go but perhaps some press coverage of this event my make them think twice. I don't know any journalists in that area that would take up the story. Anyone else have any contacts along these lines. Best Rick From: r...@hvc.rr.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] Crow Shoot scheduled in Greene County

2014-03-18 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
ment representatives is a good way to go but perhaps some press coverage of this event my make them think twice. I don't know any journalists in that area that would take up the story. Anyone else have any contacts along these lines. Best Rick From: r...@hvc.rr.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] Crow Shoot scheduled in Greene County

2014-03-17 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
letting us know how best to address this issue. Stella, let us know Audubon New York's position on this and if they will advocate to stop this. Rick & Linda Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing

[nysbirds-l] ORIENT CBC & Roy Latham

2014-01-08 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
graphers. LONG ISLAND BOTANICAL SOCIETYFounded: 1986; Incorporated: 1989.The Long Island Botanical Society is dedicated to thepromotion of field botany and a greater understanding ofthe plants that grow wild on Long Island, New York.Best Rick -- NYSbirds-L List Info: Welc

[nysbirds-l] Snowy Blizzard

2013-12-23 Thread Rick
For those not tracking regional sites, this may be of interest. (For those already in the know, sorry to repeat.) First, MA birder Tom Murray reported earlier today: Rick, Yesterday I participated in the Newburyport CBC and I had 4 Snowy Owls in Ipswich and the total for the circle

RE: [nysbirds-l] Birding in Britain

2013-12-15 Thread Rick
odd ambiguity, and such surprises are a big part of what's kept me interested in nature study for a fairly long number of years. Happy Holidays, Rick http://rbc-pix.smugmug.com/Nature/Dartford-Warbler/i-KQLSXHk From: <mailto:bounce-42480-3714...@list.cornell.edu> boun

[nysbirds-l] Go directly to the Inspector General of panynj to protect Snowy Owls

2013-12-09 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
Hi All, I found this address on the PA website. Maybe people can get more done directly through the PA inspector general's office than the regular contact protocol on their website. Rick Begin forwarded message: > From: Rick & Linda Kedenburg > Date: December 9, 2013 5:24

RE: [nysbirds-l] are Snowy Owls really primarily diurnal hunters??

2013-12-04 Thread Rick
gling chicks) near Nome, just below the Arctic Circle, quite active in full daylight / midday, seemed to be hunting, but that was in July! Doesn't it seem logical that these owls would be quite flexible and opportunistic in their hunting / activity periods, given the vagaries of their environme

[nysbirds-l] Environs Orient

2013-11-19 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
11-19-13 Gettysburg Address Day. If you haven't read it in some time please take the time to read it again. (Rick's Soapbox) The following observations are from a North Fork Audubon field trip this morning. Causeway & Orient Yacht Club; Red-Throated Loon Narrow River Road; Bufflehead, C Loon

Re: [nysbirds-l] Monarchs

2013-10-10 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
On the North Fork of Long Island we have had abundant Seaside Goldenrod, but a real scarcity of Monarchs feeding and resting on them. Last year the Monarchs arrived while the Goldenrod was not quite blooming; this year the Goldenrod is waiting but devoid of Monarchs.We miss them fluttering

RE: [nysbirds-l] Monarch Butterlies

2013-10-08 Thread Rick
long they will be able to withstand the headwinds they now face That is the story for the moment…. Thanks for asking, Rick Cech From: bounce-108492854-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-108492854-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of andya...@aol.com Sent: Tuesday, October 08, 2013

[nysbirds-l] Jones Beach West End 10/5

2013-10-05 Thread Rick
rs 2 Blue-headed Vireos Both kinglets One imm. Red-headed Woodpecker (far west end median) Rick Cech -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeav

[nysbirds-l] Not a Lot of Lot: Taking Cupsogue Access Denial w/a Grain of [Lot's Wife]

2013-07-04 Thread Rick
, let this be a warning to the unwary. It was a beautiful day for birding, Rick Cech -- 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] Point Lookout

2013-03-31 Thread Rick White
Windy and cold this afternoon: * pair of Piping Plovers * 2 pair Oyster Catchers * 10 Common Eider * 20 Brant * 10 Sanderlings Rick White Malverne -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http

Re: [nysbirds-l] pipits

2013-02-18 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
Rick and I were in the same location around noon and saw a remnant group of Pipits there. They soon took off and flew toward the westward tree line. There was a large flock of Horned Lark south of there on the east side of a Depot Lane sod field, Cutchogue. Several Snow Buntings were mixed

[nysbirds-l] Virginia's seen 12:30 PM

2012-11-17 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
Luckily we finally got a good look - briefly - at the V-bird within walking distance of our apt. APP 12:30 Pm Just west of the Kettle toward 76th Ave, headed into the brushy area between Nutmeg Meadow and 76th. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http:/

[nysbirds-l] Sorry, means for NYS butterfly list

2012-08-05 Thread Rick Cech
Sorry, disregard last posting (on Giant Swallowtails), obviously meant for leps list. Rick -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES

[nysbirds-l] Giants, etc.

2012-08-05 Thread Rick Cech
d, pretty good numbers. Rick Cech -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillis

[nysbirds-l] MS Kite Sunday

2012-07-02 Thread Rick Cech
Three of us (Rick Cech, Emily Peyton, Elise Boeger) saw one of the MS Kites swooping and soaring over the Sterling Forest visitor center area (upper parking lot) at 1:15 Sunday afternoon; never landed. We heard reports of early morning sighting(s), but nothing we know of between that and ours

[nysbirds-l] Merganser Bonanza

2012-03-12 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
Goldsmith's Inlet inner pond 3-12-12 About 8:45 this morning at very low tide Linda & I observed RB Merganser behavior we cannot recall seeing before. There was a school of fish trapped in the inlet pond and a group of RB Mergansers had them rounded up along the shoreline. About 15 birds, al

[nysbirds-l] Flicker Fun

2012-03-12 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
ain an insight into the ebb and flow of life that is happening all around us constantly. Much of what humanity cares for, or is only aware of, is the self created artificial world around them." Rick Kedenburg, © 2012 -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.

[nysbirds-l] Dicksissel - 1/1/2012 - CONTINUES

2012-01-01 Thread Rick Cech
Seen mid-day, near backstop of southernmost ball field along the Hudson (west of rr tracks), in with the usual largish flock of House Sparrows. Rick Cech / Emily Peyton / Dale Dancis From: bounce-39061316-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-39061316-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf

Re: [nysbirds-l] hummer at feeder

2011-06-11 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
are many breeding RT Hummingbirds throughout the State of NY and New England. Thank you Andrew but let's maintain a brevity by limiting our reporting to facts that are interesting to us all. Regards, Rick On Jun 10, 2011, at 7:10 PM, Andrew Block wrote: For the second time in three days

Re: [nysbirds-l] Kentucky Warbler

2011-05-18 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
Best Regards to all Rick & Linda "never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; it's the only thing that ever has" - Margaret Mead On May 17, 2011, at 8:19 PM, redk...@optonline.net wrote: Hi Rick and Linda: The photos of the window kil

Re: [nysbirds-l] It's urgent, please respond

2011-02-18 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
I have already forwarded it to: Phishing Us Gov www.phishing- rep...@us-cert.gov For future reference this is a US Government website that specializes in international e scamming. Rick K. On Feb 18, 2011, at 2:50 PM, Ardith Bondi wrote: This is totally a scam - just delete it! Ardith

[nysbirds-l] OSPREY - Cutchogue NY

2011-02-12 Thread Rick & Linda Kedenburg
anywhere on LONG ISLAND ! Let's hope this mean the Groundhog is correct. We named him Abe in honor of our 16th President born on this date. Rick & Linda Kedenburg Peconic NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSb

RE: [nysbirds-l] Moose River Plains

2010-05-08 Thread Rick Cech
Why? This is an important butterfly habitat also! Rick Cech -Original Message- From: bounce-5753923-3714...@list.cornell.edu [mailto:bounce-5753923-3714...@list.cornell.edu] On Behalf Of Dorothy Crumb Sent: Saturday, May 08, 2010 3:24 PM To: NYSBirds; Oneidabirds Subject: [nysbirds-l

RE: re:[nysbirds-l] Fresh loon carcass Tobay Beach, Suffolk County, possible Arctic

2009-11-18 Thread Rick Cech
washing up on beaches are important to examine. So why reinforce anachronistic barriers at the governmental level, however carefully they may be disregarded in day-to-day practice? This kind of data collection should be espoused, not just tolerated sub rosa. Oops, I guess I’ve drifted int