Re: [nysbirds-l] The species of snail that the Limpkin was eating in Lewiston

I shared this thread with my friend Susan Hewitt, who is a snail expert of some renown. She agrees with the ID: “The snail is an introduced species of European land snail, Cepaea nemoralis. That species is fairly common in some places, but it is not really considered to be an invasive.” Fascin

Re: [nysbirds-l] Golden plovers and whimbrel in queens

Following up on Jen’s (and Kestrel’s!) finds, I walked East a ways and found nothing aside from a bunch of Sanderling and a few American Oystercatchers. To the west, by the Silver Gull Club, I found 25 roosting Whimbrel but no Golden-Plovers. A handful of Ruddy Turnstones and a Western Sandpiper

[nysbirds-l] Western Kingbird, Governors Island

seen now (2pm) hawking insects from tops of trees. Gabriel Willow NYC -- 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

[nysbirds-l] Likely Connecticut Warbler Bryant Park NYC

rule out Mourning with the glimpses I had. Several experienced observers have said Connecticut based on the mediocre photos I got. Last seen at 10:10am. Good birding, Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBir

Re: [nysbirds-l] Fw: [eBird Alert] New York Rare Bird Alert

Exactly! I was surprised to see how many introduced British species are in NZ... > On Jan 4, 2020, at 11:28 AM, browncreep...@gmail.com wrote: > >  > It looks like someone in New Zealand may have entered coordinates of 42, -76 > instead of -42, 176. > > -- Bill Ostrander > > From: bounce-12

[nysbirds-l] Saltmarsh Sparrow, Union Square NYC

There is currently a cooperative Saltmarsh Sparrow in the SE corner of Union Square, discovered earlier by Alex Tey. It’s on a grassy square, visible from inside the park or sidewalk. Good City Birding! Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Hooded Warbler in the Battery (NYC)

Hooded Warbler flitting about between the beehive area and the Biergarten at the SW corner of the park. He was quite cooperative, hopping on the ground and chipping loudly. Good late fall birding, Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park NYC

FOS White-throated Sparrows. Also of interest were a family of recently-fledged Gray Catbirds (at least 3 fledgelings); this is the second year I’ve observed them nesting in the park. There was also an Empidonax high in a planetree, likely a Least. Good Fall Birding, Gabriel Willow NYC Aud

[nysbirds-l] Connecticut Warbler Vale of Cashmere PP Brooklyn

other Warbler species (including multiple Blackburnian), Veery, Scarlet Tanager, etc. Good Birding, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] Prospect Park Prothonotary continues

Also, the Yellow-throated Warbler continues by the Lower Pool, viewing now. > On Apr 19, 2019, at 10:05 AM, Rob Bate wrote: > > Now being seen on the Lower Lullwater below the Terrace bridge downstream > from previous location near the Audubon Center. > > Rob Bate > Brooklyn > -- > > NYSbir

Re: [nysbirds-l] Pacific loon query

Someone sent me a photo of it this morning around 8am. Yesterday afternoon it was hiding out in the enclosed dock area to the east at the end of the private marina. It would disappear for ~20min at a time, perhaps sheltering underneath the docks, and then pop back up, but was sometimes hard to

Re: [nysbirds-l] Varied Thrush, Richmond Co. NY (NYC) 1/16 & 1/17 (& Eve. Grosbeak, Manhattan, + extra-limitals)

there somewhere... Hopefully I’ll get luckier next time, Gabriel Willow > On Jan 17, 2019, at 4:28 PM, Thomas Fiore wrote: > > Wed. & Thursday. 16 - 17 January, 2019 > > It may be noted to this list that the Varied Thrush on Staten Island was > [re]-found on Wednesday, Jan

[nysbirds-l] Birdy morning in The Battery (Battery Park) NYC

I led a bird walk in The Battery (formerly known as Battery Park), the southernmost point in Manhattan, this morning. I think this park has a ton of potential, even more so than other pocket parks in NYC: it's fairly large (at 25 acres, much larger than Bryant, Madison Square, or Washington Squa

[nysbirds-l] Orange-crowned Warbler, NYBG, Bronx

ding activity among the Grackles & Robins. Happy Earth Day, Gabriel Willow -- 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] Bryant Park

Cheers, Gabriel Willow > On Dec 14, 2017, at 8:16 PM, Joseph Wallace wrote: > > Wow, that's exactly what I was looking for. Thanks, Anders! > > I'm looking forward to regular visits to Bryant Park throughout the year, so > I can get a sense of its ebb and flow. > >

[nysbirds-l] Five shorebird species, GW Teal on Governors Island

Leading a bird walk on NYC's Governors Island (where NYC Audubon has a summer residency) this afternoon, we encountered a surprising diversity of shorebirds at some unprepossessing mud-puddles in a construction area. The spot is along Enright Road (not labelled on all maps), to the SE of The Hil

Re: [nysbirds-l] Brown Booby is deceased

There were also several deceased Great Shearwaters on the beach at Nickerson. I considered grabbing some for you, but was taking public transit and decided against traveling on the LIRR with a smelly shearwater corpse in a bag. Might raise questions... You should make little self-addressed bird

[nysbirds-l] Mourning Warbler, Prospect Park BK

I just had a lovely male Mourning Warbler among dense brush & fallen logs on slope below Breeze Hill (to south towards Lakeside) in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. He sang briefly even. This was the rarest of 18 species of warblers I've had in the past hour birding in the park!

Re: [nysbirds-l] Ross's Gull benefits the Tupper Lake area (no sighting)

I just wanted to chime in to agree with Tom's excellent point, and along those lines, to heartily recommend Larkin's Deli in Tupper Lake.  It looks like an unprepossessing gas station/general store, but they have incredible food (breakfast sandwiches and such) and make everything from scratch (a

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

, Gabriel Willow Nyc Audubon > On Dec 9, 2016, at 1:50 PM, Joan Collins wrote: > > Shai - wonderful description of the squirrel spinning the drumstick like a > pine cone! That is exactly how I describe what it looks like when a Red > Squirrel eats a bird. I take photos and vi

[nysbirds-l] Birdy morning in Bryant Park, NYC

hroated Sparrow - ~ 50, huge influxSong Sparrow - 1Swamp Sparrow - 2, in NW corner of park, near ping-pongEastern Towhee - 1 male in NW corner of park, near ping-pongHouse Sparrow Good fall urban birding! Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME ht

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park NYC: 14+ species

shrubs) House Sparrow (many) Fall is here! Gabriel Willow Nyc Audubon etc -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mai

[nysbirds-l] Bobolink, Eastern Meadowlark @ Croton PP

I led a trip for NYC Audubon today to Croton Point Park.  It started out moderate temps and overcast before becoming hot and sunny. Bird activity was low but we saw a nice diversity nonetheless, including a few target species. In addition to large flocks of Canada Geese, Brown-headed Cowbirds, an

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park 20 species

... That or Yellow-throated Vireo would be my prediction for bird species #122 found in the park. Good midtown birding, Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.No

[nysbirds-l] Lots of warblers at Wave Hill, Bronx

or more now in fact! Happy Mother's Day Birding, Gabriel Willow Wave Hill Nyc Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARC

[nysbirds-l] Birding in Fort Greene Park, Brooklyn

there, but no such luck this time... Good Fall Birding, Gabriel Willow -- 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-archi

[nysbirds-l] Prospect Park migrants, 8/22

rodenticide? Aside from that, a lovely morning. Migration is officially underway! - Gabriel Willow, NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurati

Re: [nysbirds-l] Unknown mammal - escaped illegal pet @ Jamaica Bay East Pond Trail

refuge where it surely wouldn't survive the winter? I hope someone can tempt it down with some bananas or something and send it to a zoo or animal rescue. You really never know what you'll see in NYC parks! - Gabriel Willow > On Aug 14, 2015, at 12:37 PM, Nadine Scarpa > wrot

[nysbirds-l] More NYC Night-Heron News

females? Also of note on the island are large numbers of Barn & Northern Rough-winged Swallows; I presume both are nesting there. Good albeit hot birding, Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSb

[nysbirds-l] Louisiana Waterthrush, Bryant Park NYC

arrow. Good rainy birding, Gabriel Willow -- 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@cornel

Re: [nysbirds-l] Bryant Park Chuck-will's-widow--YES

Thanks for your thoughtful analysis Angus.  I have been birding in Bryant Park for years, and am myself at a loss for why birds often remain there for so long.  I think it makes sense that it's a migrant trap in the first place given the dearth of other appropriate habitat nearby.  I suspect oth

Re: [ebirdsnyc] Fwd: [nysbirds-l] Nightjar in Bryant Park NYC

the same tone as breast. In a Whip I believe the throat would be darker and the breast/belly grayer & paler. Any other clinchers I'm missing? Cheers, Gabriel Willow > On Apr 13, 2015, at 10:33 AM, Hugh McGuinness wrote: > > Nice technical info, but what species of Nigh

[nysbirds-l] Nightjar in Bryant Park NYC

There is a sleeping nightjar, I think a Whippoorwill, on a horizontal branch on the Eastern side of Bryant Park behind library, near NE corner of lawn. Many other species present as well. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/N

[nysbirds-l] Woodcock & Meadowlark, FBF

eemed to end early... All activity ceased within 45 minutes. But it was quite a frenzy for that short while. Happy spring, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http:/

Re: [nysbirds-l] Female Rose Breasted Grosbeak

There was a female-type Rose-breasted Grosbeak reported from the Bronx Zoo on Feb. 17.  That's quite close to NYBG, I wonder if she is the same bird who survived the past three weeks or so?  Seems likely.  And if so, I'd guess she overwintered, rather than being an early arrival.  There's a phot

[nysbirds-l] Rough-legged Hawks, Red-necked Grebes etc. in BK & QNS

Yesterday I led a daylong trip for NYC Audubon to Floyd Bennett Field, Fort Tilden, and nearby locales. The Rough-legs at FBF put on a great show.  Just like Steve Walter, we only saw 2 at any given time, but identified them as 3 individuals by plumage.  They were hovering, perching on the groun

[nysbirds-l] Common Merganser CP Reservoir

Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers, which seems like a lot for a cold winter... Good Cold Birding, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Gyrfalcon NO 2/12

rn Bluebird (flock of 5 at Grasslands parking lot) American Tree Sparrow Typical feeder birds (titmice, chickadees, juncos, song sparrow etc) I hope others locate the falcon! Good winter birding, Gabriel Willow Nyc Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirdin

Re: [nysbirds-l] Sibley's issues - Clarification

Thanks for the heads-up Richard.  FWIW, I just called to have my first printing replaced, and the customer service guy on the phone sounded a bit overwhelmed.   He said they've been getting thousands of calls this morning since this news was posted on the internet, but that there wasn't a wholesa

[nysbirds-l] Couch's Photos?

Hey all, So although the kingbird has been hiding this far today, CBS News was here to film a story on the bird, and they want photos for the piece. If anyone has any good ones and wants to share their photos or video, email them to mbaker(at)CBS.com ASAP. Cheers, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon

[nysbirds-l] Merry Christmas! Couch's/ Tropical Kingbird in the W. Village (NYC)

facade of the building which faces West, ie is facing towards the park and towards Washington Street between Jane and Horatio. I heard the call briefly. It was sort of a single-pitch, short, fairly low raucous squawk." It's been quite a Fall/Winter for yellow-bellied kingbi

[nysbirds-l] Wave Hill (Bronx) 11/9/14

A beautiful fall day! Now I'm gonna go see if I can find that Dickcissel in Inwood... Good birding, Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.N

Re: [nysbirds-l] huge movement - smiths point suffolk Co

all along the coast this AM? - Gabriel Willow > On Oct 25, 2014, at 8:17 AM, Mike wrote: > > Thousands if birds overhead and on the ground at Smiths Point park now. So > far mainly sparrows- white throat predominating and lots of overhead Siskins. > > Mike Cooper > Ridge NY >

[nysbirds-l] Central Park Incl. Black-billed Cuckoo etc.

I led two tours for NYC Audubon in Central Park today, mostly around Strawberry Fields and The Ramble.  We saw 48 species of birds, not bad considering the rain.  Actually, there was quite a bit of activity!  Towhees seemed to be everywhere, along with Hermit Thrushes and of course White-throate

[nysbirds-l] Mourning Warbler - NO

, Pine, and a probable female Blackburnian high in a plane tree. So plenty of activity here! Wish that Mourning had been a bit more cooperative (poor form not showing itself for an Audubon group), but since I saw a Connecticut last night, I guess I can't complain... Onward, Gabriel Willow NYC Audu

[nysbirds-l] Connecticut Warbler Strawberry Fields

There is currently a very cooperative immature CT Warbler in the lawn on the N side of Strawberry Fields in Central Park, found by Nadir Souirgi, who joined my weekly Central Park evening walk as a guest guide. Nice work! Oh it just flew to rocks on S side... Good birding! Gabriel Willow NYC

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park rainy morning migrants

thern Waterthrush (1)Common Yellowthroats (many)Swamp Sparrow (1, FOS for me)White-throated Sparrow (1, FOS for me) I'm sure many more species would have been present or more visible if the weather was better... Soggy birding, Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastB

[nysbirds-l] Cape May Warbler etc, Central Park

remiss in not writing, but saw Wilson's Warbler, Blue-winged Warbler, and Veery in Central Park. Some nice stuff in spite of low overall numbers... Fall is in the air! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Marbled Godwit JBNWR

> Marbled Godwit near the center of East Pond among various gulls. At West Pond > spotted a flyover Royal Tern & 2 immature (still dark) Clapper Rails, among > the usual suspects. > > Good birding, > > Gabriel Willow > NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: htt

[nysbirds-l] Marbled Godwit JBNWR

Marbled Godwit near the center of East Pond among various gulls. At West Pond spotted a flyover Royal Tern & 2 immature (still dark) Clapper Rails, among the usual suspects. Good birding, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME

[nysbirds-l] Black Skimmers in Prospect Park, NYC

know they frequented fresh water away from beaches... They're an unusual sight even in the East River. Nocturnal perambulations reveal many wonders! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirds

[nysbirds-l] Singing Canada Warbler, Crown Hts, BK

ts. He was hopping around feeding between bouts of song. I wonder if the dense fog & rain grounded some late northbound migrants last night? Worth a park run most likely... Good continued migration! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbir

[nysbirds-l] Singing Canada Warbler, Crown Hts BK

ts. He was hopping around feeding between bouts of song. I wonder if the dense fog & rain grounded some late northbound migrants last night? Worth a park run most likely... Good continued migration! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbir

[nysbirds-l] Randall's Island Yellow-crowned Night-Heron

isits). A surprising number of Brant remain as well: I counted 190 in the inlet there. Cheers, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon, etc -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastB

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park Lincoln's Sparrow

rall), and astonishing numbers of Ovenbirds (at least 15 individuals). Numerous Common Yellowthroats & a few B&W Warblers as well. Cheers, Gabriel Willow -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.No

Re: [nysbirds-l] Central Park, NYC 5/13

ave one singing on a May morning in my Brooklyn backyard several years ago, so I know they do pass through NYC in migration.  I imagine this bird will continue northward tonight, but I'm curious if anyone else spotted it today, or has heard Bicknell's singing in the city before? Ch

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park NYC Lincoln's Sparrow etc.

roat Eastern Towhee White-throated Sparrow Lincoln's Sparrow Baltimore Oriole (flyover) House Sparrow May the Birds Be With You, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon etc. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://

Re:[nysbirds-l] Chuck has been refound

Ruby-throated Hummingbird, and a pair of Warbling Vireos... Nice evening! Gabriel Willow > On May 5, 2014, at 4:29 PM, Anders Peltomaa wrote: > > Still in class, but here you go > > nightjar NE corner maintenance meadow in top of chestnut tree. 4:25 Kevin > Topping >

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park, NYC 5-5

t, not bad... Cheers, Gabriel Willow -- 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/maill

[nysbirds-l] More detailed Madison Sq Park report

On Saturday, May 3, 2014 6:54 PM, Gabriel Willow wrote: Turned out to be a pretty good day in some smaller parks too! I was in Madison Sq Park, NYC (by the Flatiron Building), not birding per se, happened to glance up and there was a male Prothonotary Warbler! Thanks to Matthew & An

[nysbirds-l] More detailed Madison Sq Park report

sparrows: a Swamp & beautiful male Eastern Towhee in the maintenance area, and flocks of Chipping & White-throated in the treetops. Happy Holi... It was a festival of colors today indeed! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/

[nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler Madison Sq Park nyc

Not bad for 5 minutes of birding while passing through! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.

Re: [nysbirds-l] Central Park, NYC 4/29

t the sense that many birds, like the birders, were laying low. Cheers, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon > On Apr 29, 2014, at 9:01 PM, Thomas Fiore wrote: > > Tuesday, 29 April, 2014 - Central Park, Manhattan, N.Y. City > > A few additions to the spring arrivals - Veery & Wood Thru

Re: [nysbirds-l] additional Central Park, NYC 4/23

ough-winged Swallows over the Lower Lobe and Lake, where, the day before, I had seen a Silver-haired Bat, a "life bat" for me. Things seem to be picking up! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon  On Wednesday, April 23, 2014 9:55 PM, Thomas Fiore wrote: Wed., 23 April, 2014 - Central Park, Manha

[nysbirds-l] Red-necked Grebe etc, NY Harbor

g gang of Harbor Seals loafing on the rocks (at least a dozen, including several small yearling pups). Birds on & around Swinburne included a few Purple Sandpipers, a Ruddy Turnstone, several sanderling, a flyby Common Goldeneye, and a Great Cormorant. Not a bad day! Cheers, Gabriel Willow

[nysbirds-l] Red-necked Grebe etc. NY Harbor

.  However, we had a great view of a Red-necked Grebe in the water off of the sewage treatment plant, which is the first I recall seeing in NY Harbor in some time.  It took flight and headed west towards Staten Island.   A nice (if brisk) afternoon out on the water! Stay warm, Gabriel

[nysbirds-l] Wave Hill, Riverdale, BX, Bald Eagle etc

led Hawk. Other highlights included a large flock of Cedar Waxwings & a single Yellow-rumped Warbler. Cheers, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.Northeas

[nysbirds-l] Pelham Bay Park 11/23

itely need to get up there more often! On the drive back, we spotted a Common Raven flying just south of Coop City (presumably one of the birds that breeds there, or their young). Winter birding is coming, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com

Re: [nysbirds-l] hummingbird additional

Looked for hummingbird around 5pm with Alan Drogin & a couple other birders, but no sign of it. Did have some tasty holiday market snacks though... Maybe it'll return in the AM? Cheers, Gabriel Willow > On Nov 23, 2013, at 4:46 PM, Alice Deutsch wrote: > > Probable S

[nysbirds-l] Cape May Warblers, Common Nighthawk, etc. in Central Park

r highlight this evening was a flyover Common Nighthawk, spotted from the Great Hill (t was headed southward); 3 Field Sparrows, several Swamp Sparrows, and numerous Kinglets of both species. Beautiful fall day in the park! Cheers, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park NYC Lincoln's Sparrow et al

rine Falcon (flyover) Yellow-bellied Sapsucker Gray Catbird Brown Thrasher Common Yellowthroat Ovenbird Song Sparrow Swamp Sparrow Lincoln's Sparrow White-throated Sparrow Eastern Towhee House Sparrow Cheers, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.Northeas

[nysbirds-l] Hooded Warbler Central Park

There is currently a male Hooded Warbler @ Strawberry Fields (on the right as you walk down the path, in the bushes behind the lawn). Also spotted a Blackpoll, B-t Blue, Redstarts, Magnolias, and a flyover Northern Harrier. Ok back to the tour! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List

[nysbirds-l] Mourning Warbler etc, Central Park

We spotted several White-throated Sparrows as well, they seem to be moving in real numbers now, compared with the individual early outliers that were around last week. It's officially Fall! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbi

[nysbirds-l] Jamaica Bay: Gull-billed Tern, YB Cuckoo

ndpipers, and two Stilt Sandpipers in beautiful breeding plumage. Also both egrets, both night-herons, Great Blue Heron, and Glossy Ibis. Cheers, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Belated NYC Bald Eagle & Common Loon

he shallows. Cheers, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- 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

[nysbirds-l] Lincoln's Sparrow & possible Bicknell's Thrush, Bryant Park

Apologies for the belated notice, but on yesterday's (final for the season) NYC Audubon Bryant Park Bird Walk, we had nice views of a Lincoln's Sparrow in the plant bed in the NW corner with a square of boxwoods in the middle (just to the east of the 'Wichcraft kiosks).  In the same spot there w

[nysbirds-l] Y-b Cuckoo in Bryant Park

y Catbird (many) American Redstart (many) Black-and-White Warbler Magnolia Warbler Common Yellowthroat (many) Ovenbird Northern Waterthrush Eastern Towhee Swamp Sparrow White-throated Sparrow There's a lot of activity when & where the sun hits the treetops... Good birding, Gabriel Willow NY

[nysbirds-l] Wave Hill, Bronx: Orchard Oriole etc.

Had a lovely morning at Wave Hill, leading a Mother's Day bird walk.   Highlights were 2 very cooperative pairs of Baltimore Orioles, hopping about in cherry trees at eye-level, 2 male Orchard Orioles, and about ten species of warbler (many heard but not seen, all singing): Northern ParulaYellow

[nysbirds-l] Prothonotary on The Point

Point. Hermit, Swainson's, Wood Thrushes & Veery. Also a lovely Green Heron at the Upper Lobe... Woohoo! Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon Www.facebook.com/urbannaturalist -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park Migrants

My twice-weekly NYC Audubon walk in Bryant Park finally had some action yesterday, as many birds seemed to be moving through the area. We had: Gray Catbird (3)Warbling Vireo (2)Northern Parula (2 males)Palm Warbler (1)Common Yellowthroat (2 males)Prairie Warbler (1 female)and some lingering Whit

[nysbirds-l] Bald Eagle, Raven, etc. @ Wave Hill (Riverdale)

I led my monthly walk at Wave Hill this morning, and although migratory songbirds were sparse (perhaps due to NW winds), we had some nice sightings: a third-year Bald Eagle, being dive-bombed by a Great Black-backed Gull, which looked petite in comparisonA large V of Double-crested Cormorants, he

[nysbirds-l] Quiet evening in Bryant Park

It was a quiet evening for the NYC Audubon Bryant Park bird walk from 5-6 PM.   The remaining American Woodcock was spotted by a birder, but not seen by our group. Apparently it was poking around in the ivy on the northern edge of the park, near the mid-block subway entrance. Although we failed t

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park Woodcocks & other migrants

This morning I led the first of the season's series of walks in Bryant Park with NYC Audubon.  It was a lovely morning, and the park had a nice diversity of birds, in spite of the large numbers of humans and the relative lack of plant cover. The highlights of the morning included two male Eastern

[nysbirds-l] Prospect Park L. Waterthrush etc.

In spite of the cool and very windy conditions, I had a pretty productive day in Prospect Park (I was outside in the park all day for work). There were large numbers of Red-winged Blackbirds and American Robins everywhere, including some big, dark individuals of the latter that I suspect are hea

[nysbirds-l] Prospect Park: Common Merganser, Pine Siskin, etc

While working in Prospect Park, Brooklyn today, I took a quick jaunt outside and was surprised by the amount of bird activity in spite of the wind and iffy weather.   Up at the feeders by Breeze Hill there was a large flock of Red-winged Blackbirds (about 30 birds); the males were "konk-a-ree"in

[nysbirds-l] Razorbill, Purple Sandpiper & more in NY Harbor

I led my weekly Winter Eco-Cruise for NYC Audubon yesterday, and we had a great day.  In addition to the ever-popular Harbor Seals, we spotted Great and Double-crested Cormorants on Governor's Island; Red-throated Loon, Gadwall, Black Duck, Bufflehead, and Red-breasted Merganser in Erie Basin; C

[nysbirds-l] Iceland Gull etc. in NY Harbor

I led a seabirds and seals tour around NY Harbor for NYC Audubon yesterday afternoon (1/27).   It was a relatively balmy and calm day, and low tide, which allowed for excellent views of sunning seals on the rocks of Swinburne Island. Bird highlights included large rafts of Greater Scaup, several

[nysbirds-l] Wintery Birds @ Jones Beach 1/26

I led a winter birding excursion for NYC Audubon to Jones Beach yesterday.  I think the Snowy Owl has been widely-reported enough that I can mention him without crossing any ethical bounds... and what a treat!  It was actually my first Snowy Owl... I've been chasing this bird all over the Northe

[nysbirds-l] NY Harbor seabirds & seals 1/6/13

I have been remiss in not posting in a long time (various sightings of crossbills and tree sparrows and such around the five boroughs), but a harbor eco-cruise I led for NYC Audubon today yielded such a rich assortment of species I feel compelled to finally post. It was a two-hour trip out past

Re: [nysbirds-l] Barnacle Goose in Prospect Park

ield Sparrows with a flock of Chippies up on the grassy area by 103rd st on the West Side... Now I just need a Clay-colored for a Spizella collection! Good birding indeed, Gabriel Willow On Oct 24, 2012, at 1:55 PM, Shane Blodgett wrote: > The Barnacle Goose-yes it is-is currently o

Re: [nysbirds-l] Central Park Oct. 17 (+ Bryant Park)

I wandered around Bryant Park and Central Park yesterday with Derek Lovitch, who was visiting from Maine to give a lecture for NYC Audubon about his book "How To Be A Better Birder". He had never birded in Bryant Park and was amazed by the diversity of species there, and how close they allowed

[nysbirds-l] Wave Hill & Central Park 10/14: LISP, FISP, MOWA etc

Yesterday I led walks at Wave Hill in the AM and Central Park in the afternoon.  Although the sheer numbers were lower than Saturday, the diversity did not disappoint. It was a strange day weather-wise: raw, breezy, cloudy and cold in the morning, and then warm clear and sunny in the afternoon.

[nysbirds-l] Randall's Island 10/13

Today I led an NYC Audubon tour around Randalls/Wards Island as Alan mentioned. I always enjoy leading walks out to this under-birded area, with its recently restored fresh-and-salt- wetlands, lawns, woods, and lovely views.  Today didn't disappoint. The bright cold day with NW winds brought in a

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park, NYC sightings

This morning on my weekly Bryant Park/ NYC Audubon walk, we had some interesting sightings. Of note was a roving flock of Tufted Titmice in the tops of the London Plane trees.  Although a common species, they seem to stick to their territories in Central Park or wherever, and I don't recall havi

[nysbirds-l] Bald Eagle & other birds at Wave Hill

Yesterday (Monday) I led a series of walks at Wave Hill in Riverdale (The Bronx) for their Raptor Day celebration. Fittingly, immediately upon setting out on the first walk, a juvenile Bald Eagle soared into view over the Hudson, and circled its way over the Wave Hill grounds.  It was joined by

[nysbirds-l] Bryant Park sightings 10/4

(many) Blackpoll Warbler (1) Ovenbird (2) White-throated Sparrow (many) Swamp Sparrow (1) Good Birding, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com

[nysbirds-l] Blue Grosbeak in Central Park

anyone else seen this unusual bird? I've named him "Cresty the Cardinal". I wonder if he'll maintain the extra-long crest through future molts? Good birding, Gabriel Willow NYC Audubon -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://

Re: [nysbirds-l] Bell's Vireo There may have been 2 birds

I believe there is overlap in size between Bell's and White-eyed Vireo (4 3/4"-5"/ 12-13 cm), the Bell's being at the smaller end of the spectrum and the White-eyed at the larger, but there is broad overlap.  The California subspecies of the Bell's (the "Least Bell's" Vireo bellii pusillus) woul

[nysbirds-l] Central Park Migrants 8/30

Today's continued bright and relatively cool weather brought continued migrants to Central Park (although it seems that many had moved on since yesterday). I led a tour around the park from about 7:30 until 11 AM.  We saw many migrants, including about 4 Ruby-throated Hummingbirds (one of which w

[nysbirds-l] COTE breeding colony on Governor's Island, NYC

Yesterday morning I led an Audubon tour around Governor's Island is NY Harbor, which was fairly productive for a hot summer day.  We saw all four common gull species, Double-crested Cormorants, and a few flyby Least Sandpipers. The biggest surprise however was an apparently thriving breeding colo

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