Like Joe and Sy, I also did some pre-CBC scouting at Hempstead Lake covering a similar broad area, but later in the day - from 2-4PM. I found some of the species noted in Sy's post, minus the RS Hawk, Common Mergs, Ravens and Towhees. 6 GW Teal were on the north side along with many of the expected half-hardies.The adult Bald Eagle put on a great show, cruising around the length of the Reservoir. One significant bird I found not mentioned in Sy's report was an immature Greater white-fronted Goose. This was found with about 60 Canadas resting on the grass area near the Carasaul. This is a small, generally pale bird, much unlike any of the GWF Geese we've come across. Without getting too long-winded, my overall impression is that this one is of the "Tundra Race". I have no photos, but it'll be interesting to hear some commentary on this bird if it sticks around. It was not too skittish and seemed quite relaxed, having been snoozing when I got on it. I don't recall any of these other than the "Greenland Race" having been reported in Zone 10. Merry Christmas to all, Bobby Berlingeri --
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