Bobp
Clapper Rail is now Rallus crepitans.
Rallus longirostis is Mangrove Rail which of course doesn't occur in NY
Nice sighting under any name
Cheers, Paul
Paul Sweet | Department of Ornithology | American Museum of Natural History |
Central Park West @ 79th St | NY 10024 | Tel 212 769 5780
I spent the early afternoon (1200-1445 hours) patrolling Dune Rd., between
the Post Lane Bridge, Quogue and Shinnicock Inlet, Hampton Bays. During
this time I was able to pick up 4 common species as FOY birds, the
highlight being 2 Clapper Rails, taking their time while crossing Dune Rd.
(south to