Re: [mou-net] Species name change

[Alex]

American Goshawk is AGOS
American Goldfinch is now AGOL to avoid confusion

Best,
Alex Sundvall 

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> On Nov 19, 2023, at 11:04 PM, Gordon Andersson  wrote:
> 
> David   
> What is the new alpha code for American Goshawk?  AMGO is the American 
> Goldfinch.  
> Gordon
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of David 
> Cahlander
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> Subject: [mou-net] Species name change
> 
> The 2023 version of the AOS names has been added to moumn.org. The only 
> difference is a change from
> 
> Northern Goshawk -> American Goshawk
> 
> The species order remains the same.
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Re: [mou-net] Swainson’s Warbler (Hennepin Co.)

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Still present at 3:30 deeper in woods

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On Apr 30, 2023, at 10:50 AM, Linda Burns  wrote:

 Viewed 5 minutes ago North of the bridge, north of the end of the boardwalk.

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> On Apr 30, 2023, at 10:20 AM, Alyssa DeRubeis  wrote:
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> Sunday morning update: Most recent update I have is that it was spotted 
> about an hour ago at this spot, disappearing for periods of time in the brush 
> pile and getting chased around by other birds: 44.908635,-93.335741
>
> Good birding,
>
> Alyssa DeRubeis
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>> On Apr 29, 2023, at 10:58 AM, Alyssa DeRubeis  wrote:
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>> Jeremy Cushman photographed a Swainson’s Warbler at Arden Park (Edina). He 
>> said he was looking at it “right now” 35 minutes ago. I have no other 
>> details.
>>
>> Good luck folks!!
>>
>> Alyssa DeRubeis
>> sadly not in Hennepin Co., but rather
>> Montreal, QC
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Re: [mou-net] Swainson’s Warbler in Edina.

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Swainsons Warbler still on location 12:25PM

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On Apr 29, 2023, at 10:20 AM, Trey Weaver  wrote:

 Found by Jeremy Cushman at Arden Park.

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Re: [mou-net] MOU-NET Digest - 6 Jan 2023 to 7 Jan 2023 (#2023-5)

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2 years ago there was a substantial rookery around bridal veil falls (near 
Franklin ave bridge and East River Parkway)

From: Minnesota Birds  On Behalf Of Nina Hale
Sent: Monday, January 9, 2023 5:47 PM
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Subject: Re: [mou-net] MOU-NET Digest - 6 Jan 2023 to 7 Jan 2023 (#2023-5)

Recently there was one near the old Honeywell building (aging myself!) on
35 W and 28th street, and I remember the park across from the Minneapolis
Art Institute also having large roosts. I also still see large numbers
flying past the Loring Park Eastward to some roost at dusk (maybe the ones
above?)

Nina

On Sun, Jan 8, 2023 at 11:46 AM Keith Carlson 
mailto:keitheca...@gmail.com>> wrote:

> I saw what wasn't a roost but nevertheless a huge murder of crows - I
> estimated about 2,000 to 2,500 - on the newly formed ice on the MIssissippi
> River between the Broadway and Plymouth Avenue bridges within 30 to 40
> minutes of dusk a few weeks ago with the first cold snap of the year. I
> assume they ultimately roosted together nearby.
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> > Date: Sat, 7 Jan 2023 07:38:04 -0600
> > From: K Keen mailto:kkee...@gmail.com>>
> > Subject: Re: Big Crow Roosts?
> >
> > Back during my undergrad days (~1977), I participated in research on
> crows
> > winter roosting in Janesville, WI. Our largest count was >14,000.
> > Departed well before dawn, tracked some flying 25+ mi away, Returned to
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> > Maybe 10 yrs ago, crows roosted near Washington Ave Bridge, UofMN/ Miss
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> > Gorge. But that roost seems to move from year to year. Suspect they are
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Re: [mou-net] Top2040: Top 40 Songs About Birds

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Learn to Fly, Foo Fighters

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On Sep 1, 2022, at 5:59 PM, Missy Bowen  wrote:

 Anybody added these yet?
The Cuckoo (She's a Pretty Bird) - traditional; I know the versions by Bob
Dylan, Jerry Garcia and by Doc Watson
Bird on a Wire - the Neville Brothers
Nightbird - The Radiators
Mockingbird - Taj Mahal
Bluebird - Bonnie Raitt
A Little Bird Told Me - Maria Muldaur


On Thu, Sep 1, 2022 at 2:23 PM Steven Chesney 
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> "Phoebe" by Minneapolis' own folk blues legend (Spider) John Koerner.
> Phoebe | Spider John Koerner (bandcamp.com)<
> https://spiderjohnkoerner.bandcamp.com/track/phoebe<https://spiderjohnkoerner.bandcamp.com/track/phoebe>>
>
> Phoebes are fly catching birds that have been coming back to nest on my
> cabin up in the woods for the last 30 years. We're old friends now. They
> put up with me and I put up with them. Phoebes were the first birds that
> Audubon banded to study their migration habits.
> credits
> from What's Left Of Spider John<
> https://spiderjohnkoerner.bandcamp.com/album/whats-left-of-spider-john<https://spiderjohnkoerner.bandcamp.com/album/whats-left-of-spider-john>>,
> released April 28, 2013
> Spider John Koerner (vocal & guitar)
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Re: [mou-net] Fwd: Top2040: Top 40 Songs About Birds

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Little Wing… Hendrix/SRV

From: Minnesota Birds  On Behalf Of Winter X
Sent: Thursday, September 1, 2022 4:13 PM
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Subject: Re: [mou-net] Fwd: Top2040: Top 40 Songs About Birds

Oh My  when I posted the request ,,had no idea Birders were music Birds 
Here's the List from our MOU -- Bird Singing Team 
- EELS-- - I Like Birds
-Judy Collins. - Bird on a Wire
-Judy Collins. - Secret Gardens
-Beatles. - Blackbird
-Trashmen. - Surfin Bird
-Marimba Cover. - Yellow Bird
-Beautiful Day. -White Bird
-Pink Floyd. -Grandchester Meadows
-Big Thief. - Cattails
-Bob Marley. - Three Little Birds
-Hozier. - Strike
-James Taylor/Carly Simon. - Mocking Bird
Beach Boys. - California Gulls
Minnesotan. - Looney Tunes
--- - Listen to the Mockingbird
Eagles. -礪
Yikes --- great response  blew me away 
Thxs so much 
Jack St. Ores
Baytown Township -- Lake McDonald

> On Aug 31, 2022, at 10:37 AM, Winter 
> <14c7543ba227-dmarc-requ...@lists.umn.edu>
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> 
> 礪 Which one do you like 
>
>
> Begin forwarded message:
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> From: Winter mailto:jj...@me.com>>
> Date: August 31, 2022 at 10:33:37 AM CDT
> To: Winter mailto:jj...@me.com>>
> Subject: Top2040: Top 40 Songs About Birds
>
> 
> http://www.top2040.com/2014/07/top-40-songs-about-birds.html


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[mou-net] MOU Book Sale

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Hey Everyone!
It's that time of year again. This year's MOU Paper Session will occur on
Saturday, Dec. 4th from 8-4:40 at the St Paul Student Center on the U of M
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If you have bird books that you no longer use, please consider donating
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Sale go toward the MOU’s Savaloja Grants Program, which provides funding to
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Re: [mou-net] Swearing Australian musk duck shows birds can imitate humans - The Washington Post

[Knopick, Alex]

Audio recording here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSJsKpKKBaI

AK

From: Minnesota Birds  On Behalf Of Tom Gilde
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Subject: [mou-net] Swearing Australian musk duck shows birds can imitate humans 
- The Washington Post

I’m not sure how much of the article can read without a subscription but FWIW:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2021/09/07/australia-talking-duck-bloody-fool/


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Re: [mou-net] Nighthawk migration

[Knopick, Alex]

Had two feeding under the Kuhlman field lights on Friday night in Edina

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On Aug 29, 2021, at 9:47 AM, Mike Welch  wrote:

 Had dozens of them streaming over Surly field yesterday last afternoon, and 
otherwise been seeing them every time I look up the last few days.

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Re: [mou-net] FOY Rose-breasted Grosbeak, south Cass

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Saw two M and 2 F bluebirds at Flying Cloud fields on Saturday morning.  Frank 
Fabro pointed out a female standing on one of the nesting boxes on the West 
side of the soccer fields.  At least 2 of the boxes are occupied by tree 
swallows.

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Subject: Re: [mou-net] FOY Rose-breasted Grosbeak, south Cass

I have heard from others in Dakota County wondering where the bluebirds are.

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> I live in Thief River Falls, Pennington County, and have yet to see a
> bluebird this spring. Usually I see several in March or early April, then
> by May , the main migration shows up.I think they must have run into some
> of the snowstorms further south causing them to turn south again. I expect
> they will eventually arrive, but no time for two broods this summer.
> Jeanie
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> Jeanie Joppru
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> > Had my first rose-breasted grosbeak (a male) this morning, ONE day after
> my first eastern
> > bluebird. What's wrong with this picture? I haven't heard from any of
> my northern
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Re: [mou-net] Yellow-crowned Night Herons in Freeborn County

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Heron pair is now perched in tree 125 yards south of bridge on west side

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On Apr 19, 2021, at 8:29 AM, Al Batt  wrote:

 Two birds at the corner of W. Richway Drive and Martin Road in Albert Lea 
along the channel. Can be seen from sidewalk of bridge.

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[mou-net] Androgynous Northern Cardinal in PA

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ICYMI, spectacular photos

https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2021/02/24/rare-half-male-half-female-cardinal-spotted-in-pennsylvania/

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On Feb 24, 2021, at 3:49 PM, Kara Snow 
<14e3e51d51c5-dmarc-requ...@lists.umn.edu> wrote:

 Hmm.
That's highly unlikely given their rande and habitat preferences.
Perhaps a wheezy BCCH?

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> Heard and saw at least one boreal chickadee in the NE corner of Pioneer
> Park, Chatsworth St N, Roseville (Ramsey County).
>
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[mou-net] PAINTED REDSTART RAMSEY COUNTY

[Alex]

Sally Reynolds found MN’s second record of Painted Redstart in St. Paul this 
morning. It was last seen at 1798 Sargent Ave about 15 minutes ago. 
Best,
Alex 

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[mou-net] Apparent Tropical/Couch’s Kingbird Big Stone NWR

[Alex]

Good morning all,
Yesterday afternoon (9/25) it appears Doug Pierzina found and photographed a 
Tropical/Couch’s Kingbird on the small loop of the auto tour of the Big Stone 
NWR in Lac Qui Parle County. Information and photos can be found on his RQD 
here: https://moumn.org/cgi-bin/rqd.pl?rec_id=3173
This would be the 3rd state record of this slashy combo after the 2011 St Louis 
record, and (pending acceptance) this years Stearns record. 
MN has only 1 accepted record of Tropical Kingbird from Scott County in 2015 
and zero accepted records of Couch’s Kingbird. 

Good birding,
Alex Sundvall

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Re: [mou-net] Red Knot, Grant County (North Ottawa impoundment)

[Alex]

Relocated this morning on the far western edge of the C Cell in the impoundment 
just north of the farm. 

(45.9841039, -96.2659936)

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> On Sep 7, 2020, at 10:42 PM, Doug Kieser  wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> Early this evening I observed a Red Knot from the viewing platform on 260th
> St at the North Ottawa impoundment.  It was with a Black-bellied Plover
> still in nearly full breeding plumage, 2 American Golden-plovers and 2
> Sanderlings.   This small flock disappeared while I was retrieving my
> digiscoping camera from my car and I was unable to refind the Red Knot in a
> short search from the perimeter roads - I did not hike down any of the
> interior roads.
> 
> Doug Kieser
> Hennepin County
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Re: [mou-net] Bird sightings

[Alex]

There are two very popular bird ID groups on Facebook: What’s this Bird? run by 
the ABA and The Bird Identification Group of the World run by community 
members. The chief differences between the two are that The Bird ID Group 
requires reasonings for IDs or hints to be given to lead the poster to the 
correct ID, versus What’s this Bird? where the ID can be said without any 
reasonings. It’s handy if you just want a quick ID for something but if you 
want a bit more in depth content it might not be the best place. 

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> On Aug 17, 2020, at 5:46 PM, Jeanie Joppru  wrote:
> 
> 
> I should have said “start an ID only group on Facebook”
> 
> 
> 
> I tend to agree with much that has been said about Facebook. I do enjoy it 
> for contact with others and other interesting posts( not the ads), however , 
> but not for bird sightings. It is too diffuse, too many ways to report, and 
> you can’t ever find what you saw yesterday when you had no option to go look 
> for what was reported! That said , I think it serves a good purpose in 
> teaching and giving access to those who are beginning birders. I wistfully 
> wish that someone would start an ID only listanyone interested in serving 
> that need?? That might remove a lot of sightings that serious listers would 
> not be interested in. Perhaps someone might like to be the “expert”.
> 
> Jeanie Joppru
> Pennington County, MN
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Re: [mou-net] Marbled Godwit

[Alex]

The person you’re looking to contact is David Orr, not Dan Orr. 
On the day it was discovered, Doug Kieser reported that he was able to see it 
from quite the distance scoping from the closed Lakeside Supper Club at the 
north end of the lake just off Hwy 13. 
Hope that helps

Alex Sundvall

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> On Aug 1, 2020, at 8:51 PM, Sue Keator  wrote:
> 
> I have seen several eBird reports of a Marbled Godwit from LeSueur County.
> Went to the area yesterday and found it is on private property. Today's
> eBird report includes a note to call for updates, but lists no phone.
> Anyone know how to reach Dan Orr? Thx much.
> Sue Keator
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Re: [mou-net] Northern Wheatear

[Alex]

A slight correction from what I’ve heard:
The bird was initially seen by Milt, and flew off after being photographed on a 
wire. That photo is available on the MOU Webpage. 
The Hosch’s refound it with the same flock of birds it had been originally seen 
with (interestingly the same or similar composition to the 1995 record) but 
similarly disappeared quickly and before being photographed. 
No one else was able to find the bird again after the second Hosch’s sighting. 
Last night was an excellent night for migration, so it’s likely that the bird 
has moved on with the flock, but I know a number of people who will still be 
looking this morning and will update if it’s refound. 

Also, the sighting was shared initially to 3 Facebook groups (County Listers, 
Minnesota Heartland Birding +, and the ABA Rare Bird Alert), and then a 4th and 
5th later (Minnesota Birding and Minnesota Rare Bird Alert). Perhaps it was 
shared to more, but those are the groups that I am a part of that got the 
Wheatear post. 

An amazing record, and one I hope is refound today! Only 1 of the previous 4 
records stayed longer than a day, and that was the Duluth Bird which stayed for 
6 days. 

All the best and happy Birding!

Alex Sundvall

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> On Sep 22, 2019, at 8:43 PM, jellisb...@gmail.com wrote:
> 
> Thanks for this post, Mike! John Ellis, St. Paul
> 
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>> On Sep 22, 2019, at 7:28 PM, Michael Hendrickson 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> I am only sharing this since this report because it hasn't reached the MOU
>> listserv.
>> 
>> Milt Blomberg found a Northern Wheatear around 3:00-3:30pm today between
>> 3501-3665 Locke Avenue NW.  This location is just south of Annandale,
>> Minnesota.  (Northwest of Minneapolis )
>> 
>> Milt shared the sighting with photos on Minnesota County Listers & Big Year
>> Birders which is a Facebook Group at 3:20pm.
>> 
>> Several birders tried to locate the bird but no sightings were reported
>> until around Hosche’s relocated the bird in the same area at 5:20pm. Herb
>> Dingman and other birders along with Hosches observed the Wheatear at 5:20
>> pm but no location was given but I assume it was in the same area.  Some
>> were suggesting it was in the company of some Eastern Bluebirds.
>> 
>> This is a significant sighting for Minnesota and I know some maybe
>> frustrated that when significant sightings such as this that get reported
>> on Social Media it rarely makes it to the MOU Listserv.
>> 
>> Hopefully the Wheatear will hang out long enough to allow other birders to
>> view it.
>> 
>> Good luck
>> -- 
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>> Duluth, Minnesota
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Re: [mou-net] Neotropic Cormorant, Hennepin Co.

[Alex]

Still present on the southwest side of the lake with Joey Sundvall. Thanks 
Bruce!!! 

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> On Jul 27, 2019, at 3:21 PM, Bruce Fall  wrote:
> 
> Earlier this afternoon (Sat., 7/27) I found and photographed an adult 
> Neotropic Cormorant at Richfield Lake Park, Richfield (Hennepin Co.). This 
> small lake is just north of Wood Lake Nature Center. The NECO was feeding in 
> the southwest part of the lake and was not associating with the ca. 20 
> Double-crested Cormorants (there is a small breeding colony on an island in 
> the lake). I lost track of it and was unable to relocate it, but I feel 
> rather confident that it's still there. If not, check Wood Lake as some 
> cormorants move from Richfield L. to Wood Lake.
> 
> Bruce Fall, Minneapolis
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[mou-net] Black-bellied Whistling-Duck Grant County Update and Trip Report

[Alex]

Hey all,
I was at the North Ottawa Impoundment for just shy of 9 hours today, most of 
which was spent either actively searching for or looking at the Whistling-Duck. 
When Joe Conley found the duck originally, it had been in Cell C on either side 
of 250th street (the main east/west road in the middle of the impoundment). 
Robert Freeman and I got there around 11:30am today and parked at the west 
pavilion and started walking the impoundment roads and scoping ducks. The duck 
wasn’t in Cell C but we did get some crushing looks at Least Bitterns in the 
south part of Cell C right off the road. 
We eventually found the duck in the northern part of Cell A4 in a large flock 
of ~250 Mallards. Also present in this flock were Northern Pintail, American 
Wigeon, Gadwall, Wood Duck, both teal, Northern Shoveler, a single male Lesser 
Scaup, Hooded Merganser, and a surprising female American Black Duck (cold dark 
brown, no curl in the tail feathers and no white on the speculum). 
Despite the number of Mallards and other ducks present, the Whistling-Duck was 
most easily picked out in flight, even when all the birds got up in one mega 
flock, as the white wing stripe is quite evident. When in the water, it rarely 
had its neck extended and was slightly smaller than the Mallards around it, so 
it blended in remarkably well. It also frequently whistled while in the air, 
which could be heard even at a great distance away. 
It stayed in Cell A4 most of the day, until the group of Mallards flew into the 
north part of Cell C, which is easily viewed from 260th street, where it spent 
the rest of the day sitting on a sandbar with a smaller group of Mallards.
Also present in the north part of Cell C on a different sandbar was a late 
(early?) Willet. 
Also somewhat surprising to me was the large flock of shorebirds still present 
at the impoundment in south Cell C. Nothing too unusual in the group, but it 
was about 40 Lesser Yellowlegs strong with a couple of Greaters and a handful 
of Wilson’s Phalarope. 
Another somewhat notable bird was at least one Snowy Egret that was flying 
around most of the day, but landed briefly on the sandbar just north of 250th 
near the dead tree in Cell C, before settling in to the southern part of Cell 
C. 

For those trying tomorrow, don’t give up too early; it took Rob and I nearly 3 
hours of walking to track the bird down today.
Also a word of caution, do not drive down the roads of the impoundment right 
now as they are incredibly muddy due to recent and continued rainstorms. The 
material is almost more like wet concrete and it sticks to everything. You will 
get stuck and will almost certainly need to call a tow truck. You’ll also 
destroy the roads with ruts and make the people who manage the property angry. 
If/when you do walk in, I would recommend boots or wearing a shoe that you are 
ok with getting absolutely caked with mud. And look out for Least Bitterns, we 
had 4 today. 

Best of luck to anybody else that goes and looks for this apparent 13th state 
record. 

I’ll upload some photos to the eBird checklist, but also here’s everything from 
the day with approximate numbers. 
https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S57671539

Happy Birding!

Best,
Alex Sundvall

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Re: [mou-net] BRAMBLING in Becker County

[Alex]

The Brambling was still present this morning starting at around 8am and was 
there when we left around 8:30. 
The bird was very regularly visiting the feeders this morning with the group of 
American Goldfinches and Purple Finches. Bird came it probably around 8am and 
then was regularly either on the ground, in the maple behind the feeder, or in 
the large spruce immediately left of the house. I didn’t notice where it flew 
in from this morning, but when it was present in the yard it was in either of 
those three locations. Good luck to any who chase it! I’d recommend backing in 
his driveway and having your trunk to the garage doors so you’re facing the 
feeders. You lose a little bit of the Spruce this way, but parking in the other 
available spots does not allow you to see the ground from your car with the 
current amount of snow on the ground, and they’re only gonna get more snow 
today. Huge thank you to Beau for being so willing to have people come and 
visit and for getting the word out on this bird!
Best,
Alex Sundvall

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> On Jan 26, 2019, at 3:19 PM, m...@moumn.org wrote:
> 
> (Posted by Becca Engdahl  via moumn.org)
> 
> Beau Shroyer has a BRAMBLING at his yard feeder in Becker County. He’s 
> accepting visitors. Address is 27950 Co Hwy 34 Callaway Mn 56521. No need to 
> contact before you visit, and the feeders should be ivisible in the front 
> yard. 
> Photos by Beau posted to Facebook confirm the sighting.
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[mou-net] MOU Paper Sessions

[Alex]

For those coming to the paper sessions today from the west/south: there’s 
currently a stalled Semi on the Energy Park Dr. exit off of Hwy 280. Just use 
some caution as it’s blocking most of the exit 
See everyone there, and buy some books while you’re at it. 
Best,
Alex Sundvall

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[mou-net] Say’s Phoebe in Itasca County

[Alex]

Hey all,
Kathleen MacAulay and I found a Say’s Phoebe in a cow pasture in Itasca County 
this evening. It was in a pasture southwest of Hwy 286, though it was seen on 
both sides of the hwy. Also present were American Golden-Plovers, Lapland 
Longspurs, and an Eastern Phoebe. 
(47.5955224,-93.7003846)
Photo will be uploaded to MOU once I get to my computer; I already uploaded 
pictures to Facebook and the eBird checklist here:
https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S48873439

Best,
Alex Sundvall
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Re: [mou-net] Townsend's Warbler, Freeborn Co

[Alex]

For the sake of completion, I do know one of the parties involved with this 
sighting and I do have an update. 
He’s a private man, and the viewing space for this bird was much to small to 
allow for visitors, so he was not making this bird available to the public. 
Given the rarity of the bird and the smallness of the space, I think that was 
probably the best decision. 
All of this is moot however because the bird was only seen briefly on the day 
of the 5th, and not seen at all the day of the 6th, so the bird is likely gone. 
Or maybe it’s hanging out in Myre-Big Island State Park just waiting to be 
found ;) 
He did photograph a very interesting hybrid Blue-winged/Golden-winged Warbler 
yesterday however. It looks like a female Lawrence’s Warbler or some other 
backcross hybrid. Fun stuff in his backyard!

That’s all for now,

Best,
Alex Sundvall

Currently of Duluth, MN
Count Interpreter for Hawk Ridge

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> On Sep 6, 2018, at 2:37 PM, Kim R Eckert  wrote:
> 
> Since nothing about this has been posted on mou-net, I thought I’d pass on 
> this eBird report which I just saw. The problems are that the bird was 
> photographed yesterday so it may be gone today; an Albert Lea street name is 
> stated and mapped, but there is no exact address; and the bird looks like it 
> was at a private residence so there may be no access. (Of course, it goes 
> without saying that birders should not enter private property without 
> permission from the residents or the observer.)
> 
> Kim Eckert, Duluth
> 
> 
> Townsend's Warbler (Setophaga townsendi) (1)
> - Reported Sep 05, 2018 11:40 by Paul Prappas
> - Albert Lea--Oakwood Drive, Freeborn, Minnesota
> - Map: 
> http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8=p=13=43.6615811,-93.3891281=43.6615811,-93.3891281
>  
> <http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8=p=13=43.6615811,-93.3891281=43.6615811,-93.3891281>
> - Checklist: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S48317351 
> <https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S48317351>
> - Media: 1 Photo
> - Comments: "Male with bold yellow and black striped head, wing bars and 
> white lower flanks. Photo included. For the record, I live in British 
> Columbia and am visiting friends in SE Minnesota, so I am very familiar with 
> this Western Warbler. It has been suggested that all the western coniferous 
> forest fires might have driven this bird eastward..."
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[mou-net] Common Gallinule in Pope County

[Alex]

This morning I observed and documented a male Common Gallinule in Pope County 
at Blue Mounds WPA. I found it at this pond and location:
(45.5160238,-95.4947831)
This individual was acting very different from the one I observed in Stevens 
County yesterday. While yesterday’s bird was fairly secretive and silent, this 
bird was vocalizing frequently and actively chasing away American Coots from 
its location. 
This appears to be a second county record, with the only other record being Bob 
Janssen’s from 1971 on the border near Cyrus. 
There isn’t a ton of vegetation at this pond, so if people go looking for it 
and it’s not readily making itself known, just wait a couple minutes and it 
will likely present itself. 
Best viewing is on a hill northeast of the pinned location looking back on the 
shore it’s been visiting. 
Rubber boots are recommended; access to the pond is a bit damp and the grass is 
fairly tall. 

Best,
Alex Sundvall

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[mou-net] Common Gallinule Stevens County

[Alex]

I am currently looking at a Common Gallinule at the Struck WPA in Stevens 
County. It is being seen at the pond at these coordinates. 
(45.7237311,-95.8973944)
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Alex Sundvall

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[mou-net] Little Blue Heron Rock County

[Alex]

Sue Keator and Lisa Keitel yesterday found an immature Little Blue Heron in a 
flooded field outside of Luverne, MN in Rock County (43.6414198,-96.1933303). 
This would be a second county record. The Picture surfaced within the last 20 
minutes and is available here:
https://scontent-ort2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/33806427_10212399197791258_7301608694289006592_n.jpg?_nc_cat=0=b92d3085dc81d99d1aeb1e905b4e100a=5BC3A84B
 
I do not know if it is still present today. 

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Alex Sundvall 

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[mou-net] Good Stevens County birds

[Alex]

This morning was the first morning of Marsh bird and Duck Surveys for my summer 
job. I didn’t realize it would start off with quite a bang though! 

At Struck WPA, I flushed a Nelson’s Sparrow, which briefly perched before 
disappearing allowing me to see its dark medial crown stripe. This would be a 
first county record. 
At Hutchinson WPA, I had a Yellow-billed Cuckoo calling in the woodlot there, 
which would be a second county record, as well as a Golden-winged Warbler 
singing, which would be a 5th County record. Also of note was a Northern Parula 
singing, which is listed as “occasional.”
The Cuckoo flew away unfortunately, but the Nelson’s Sparrow should still be 
around from what I could tell. Tonight looks like a nice night for migration 
however, and I don’t really expect either species to stick around after that, 
the habitats weren’t sublime for either species. 

Struck WPA Nelson’s Sparrow: (45.7261038,-95.9016702)

Hutchinson WPA woodlot birds:
(45.7404400,-95.8848628)

Happy Birding,
Alex Sundvall

(Of Stevens County until August)

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[mou-net] MOU Field Trip Report: Twin Cities Waterfowl

[Alex]

Yesterday, I lead the MOU’s first field trip of the spring season in the twin 
cities at the Minnesota River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Eight of us 
started at the Bass Ponds, walked all the way down to Old Cedar Avenue Bridge, 
and back again from about 7:30-11:30am. We saw 52 species of birds on the trek, 
highlights and full checklist are posted below. Everyone had a great time and 
if there’s a field trip in your area, or one that sounds interesting, I would 
HIGHLY recommend going. It’s a great way to meet new people and see lots of 
good birds!
Field trip information has been posted on the MOU Listserv, the Minnesota 
Birding Facebook Group, as well as at the end of the MOU Newsletter. 

Highlights:
2 flyover Snow Geese
23 flyover Tundra Swans
10 Northern Pintail, some in the air but a few landed so we could observe them 
better
A large number of Aythya ducks, including 2 Canvasback, 40 Lesser Scaup, and 20 
Lesser Scaup (no Greaters present)
2 Ruddy Ducks (male and female)
2 Pied-bilked Grebes
12 Sandhill Cranes (flock of 10 flying and 2 on the ice)
1 Killdeer
1 Belted Kingfisher
1 Northern Shrike
4 Tree Swallows
3 Golden-crowned Kinglets
3 Song Sparrows

https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S43947875

Best,
Alex Sundvall

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[mou-net] 100 Species Record Broken

[Alex Sundvall]

On January 7, 2018, at precisely 3:53 pm CST Liz Harper and I saw our 100th
species for the year, Northern Saw-whet Owl. This breaks the previous
record set by Jeff Stephenson by 3 days.
A lot of work and preparation went into breaking this record, including two
failed attempts (by both of us separately) last year, with myself only
getting to 80 species, and Liz getting to 92. This year, however, we
decided to join forces to increase our chances of beating the record. Yes,
every single bird was seen or heard by both of us, and we were birding
essentially nonstop from the 1st through the 7th. I will copy our list to
the end of this email (including date and location for each species, as
specific as possible), but here are a few highlights:
All 10 regularly occurring species of owls
23 species of waterfowl
8 species of sparrows

Notable misses include zero species of Falcon and zero species of
Blackbirds. We didn't spend any time in the SW part of the state where it
seems the majority of the Blackbirds are overwintering, and yes, even the
Downtown Peregrine Falcons evaded us after hours of searching the streets
of both Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Happy birding to everyone in this new year! We already have one probable
first state record in the books; I'm excited to see what the rest of the
year might bring.

Best,
Alex Sundvall

Here is the full list. It might be a tad challenging to follow, but it goes
"Number on the list, Species name, The Location it was seen, and the date
it was seen." All comments and notes on each species were made on their
respective checklists and will be submitted to the MOU database.

1,Cackling Goose,Shakopee Mill Pond/Memorial Park,3-Jan-18
2,Canada Goose,Lake Byllesby Regional Park,3-Jan-18
3,Mute Swan,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
4,Trumpeter Swan,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
5,Tundra Swan,Reads Landing,5-Jan-18
6,Wood Duck,Shakopee Mill Pond/Memorial Park,3-Jan-18
7,Blue-winged Teal,Waterfowl Pond (Isanti County),4-Jan-18
8,Northern Shoveler,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
9,Gadwall,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
10,American Wigeon,Bay Point Park,6-Jan-18
11,Mallard,Lake Rebecca Park,3-Jan-18
12,American Black Duck,Rum River Dam,4-Jan-18
13,Northern Pintail,Rum River Dam,4-Jan-18
14,Canvasback,Colvill Park,6-Jan-18
15,Redhead,Colvill Park,6-Jan-18
16,Ring-necked Duck,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
17,Greater Scaup,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
18,Lesser Scaup,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
19,Bufflehead,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
20,Common Goldeneye,Two Harbors--Agate Bay,2-Jan-18
21,Hooded Merganser,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
22,Common Merganser,Two Harbors--Agate Bay,2-Jan-18
23,Red-breasted Merganser,Lake Pepin--East,5-Jan-18
24,Ring-necked Pheasant,Steele,5-Jan-18
25,Ruffed Grouse,Snowshoe Trails (St. Louis County),1-Jan-18
26,Sharp-tailed Grouse,Sax-Zim Bog,2-Jan-18
27,Wild Turkey,Sax-Zim Bog,2-Jan-18
28,Northern Harrier,Scott NOHA,6-Jan-18
29,Sharp-shinned Hawk,Saint Paul,4-Jan-18
30,Cooper's Hawk,Saint Paul,4-Jan-18
31,Bald Eagle,Sax-Zim Bog,2-Jan-18
32,Red-shouldered Hawk,RSHA (Wabasha County),5-Jan-18
33,Red-tailed Hawk,Inga Woodpeckers,3-Jan-18
34,Rough-legged Hawk,Random Roughie (Dakota County),3-Jan-18
35,American Coot,"Blue Lake sewage lagoons, Scott Co.",3-Jan-18
36,Herring Gull,Two Harbors--Agate Bay,2-Jan-18
37,Iceland Gull,Two Harbors--Agate Bay,2-Jan-18
38,Glaucous Gull,Two Harbors--Agate Bay,2-Jan-18
39,Rock Pigeon,Grey Cloud Cedars,3-Jan-18
40,Eurasian Collared-Dove,ATSP (Dakota County),3-Jan-18
41,Mourning Dove,Sax-Zim Bog,1-Jan-18
42,Eastern Screech-Owl,Minneapolis,4-Jan-18
43,Great Horned Owl,Snowshoe Trails,1-Jan-18
44,Snowy Owl,Scott Snowy Owl,3-Jan-18
45,Northern Hawk Owl,Sax-Zim Bog,1-Jan-18
46,Barred Owl,Fillmore,5-Jan-18
47,Great Gray Owl,Sax-Zim Bog,1-Jan-18
48,Long-eared Owl,Washington,7-Jan-18
49,Short-eared Owl,Steele,5-Jan-18
50,Boreal Owl,Ramsey,6-Jan-18
51,Northern Saw-whet Owl,Washington,7-Jan-18
52,Belted Kingfisher,Chatfield BEKI,5-Jan-18
53,Red-headed Woodpecker,Fish Lake Nature Trails,4-Jan-18
54,Red-bellied Woodpecker,Random RBWO,3-Jan-18
55,Downy Woodpecker,Snowshoe Trails,1-Jan-18
56,Hairy Woodpecker,Snowshoe Trails,1-Jan-18
57,American Three-toed Woodpecker,Sax-Zim Bog,1-Jan-18
58,Northern Flicker,Grey Cloud Cedars,3-Jan-18
59,Pileated Woodpecker,Snowshoe Trails,1-Jan-18
60,Northern Shrike,Steele,5-Jan-18
61,Gray Jay,Sax-Zim Bog,2-Jan-18
62,Blue Jay,Snowshoe Trails,1-Jan-18
63,American Crow,Snowshoe Trails,1-Jan-18
64,Common Raven,Snowshoe Trails,1-Jan-18
65,Horned Lark,Rock Dell HOLA,5-Jan-18
66,Black-capped Chickadee,Snowshoe Trails,1-Jan-18
67,Boreal Chickadee,Sax-Zim Bog,2-Jan-18
68,Tufted Titmouse,Smith Feeders,6-Jan-18
69,Red-breasted Nuthatch,Snowshoe Trails,1-Ja

Re: [mou-net] Tufted Duck Refound

[Alex]

Here is the latest pin from eBird Checklist with the Tufted Duck on it. 

44.541924,-92.388397

Again, if you put those coordinates into Google Maps, it will take you to the 
pin. 

Best of luck,
Alex

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> On Jan 10, 2018, at 2:51 PM, Alex Sundvall <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> 
> wrote:
> 
> Ben Douglas has done some more sleuthing and has found this:
> "I'm betting this is the hike-in location on Hill Ave. 44.534389,-92.392925 
> if you use Google Street view you can see state park signage and a two-lane 
> track into the disjunct state parkland that would be southeast of the noted 
> viewing coordinates" 
> The original finders today have said this: "We walked the trail (of the 
> coordinates posted above) until we could either go left or right along a 
> cornfield and went left until the cornfield ended and we were at the river."
> 
> For those who don't know, you can put those coordinates into the google maps 
> search field and that will get you to the location. 
> 
> Hope someone can refind it and the location and provide more detailed 
> information on how to view the bird. 
> 
>> On Wed, Jan 10, 2018 at 11:37 AM, Alex <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:
>> Hello all,
>> The Tufted Duck was refound this morning from a viewing place in Frontenac 
>> State Park at these coordinates.
>> 44.5417 -92.38217
>> It was still present at 11:25 and actively feeding. No information as to 
>> what ducks it was feeding with was given, but I would assume it is the same 
>> flock as it has been with for the past few days: hundreds of Goldeneye and 
>> Mergansers, and associating with 2 female Greater Scaup, 1 male Greater 
>> Scaup, and 1 male Lesser Scaup. Also present yesterday was 1 female 
>> Bufflehead.
>> 
>> Best of luck trying to view this bird. Unless a collector comes forward and 
>> says he’s missing a Tufted Duck, this bird behaviorally and physically is 
>> perfect for a wild bird and would represent a first state record for both 
>> Minnesota and Wisconsin, where it has been seen in days prior.
>> 
>> Happy Birding,
>> Alex Sundvall
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [mou-net] Tufted Duck Refound

[Alex Sundvall]

Ben Douglas has done some more sleuthing and has found this:
"I'm betting this is the hike-in location on Hill Ave. 44.534389,-92.392925 if
you use Google Street view you can see state park signage and a two-lane
track into the disjunct state parkland that would be southeast of the noted
viewing coordinates"
The original finders today have said this: "We walked the trail (of the
coordinates posted above) until we could either go left or right along a
cornfield and went left until the cornfield ended and we were at the river."

For those who don't know, you can put those coordinates into the google
maps search field and that will get you to the location.

Hope someone can refind it and the location and provide more detailed
information on how to view the bird.

On Wed, Jan 10, 2018 at 11:37 AM, Alex <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hello all,
> The Tufted Duck was refound this morning from a viewing place in Frontenac
> State Park at these coordinates.
> 44.5417 -92.38217
> It was still present at 11:25 and actively feeding. No information as to
> what ducks it was feeding with was given, but I would assume it is the same
> flock as it has been with for the past few days: hundreds of Goldeneye and
> Mergansers, and associating with 2 female Greater Scaup, 1 male Greater
> Scaup, and 1 male Lesser Scaup. Also present yesterday was 1 female
> Bufflehead.
>
> Best of luck trying to view this bird. Unless a collector comes forward
> and says he’s missing a Tufted Duck, this bird behaviorally and physically
> is perfect for a wild bird and would represent a first state record for
> both Minnesota and Wisconsin, where it has been seen in days prior.
>
> Happy Birding,
> Alex Sundvall
>
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[mou-net] Tufted Duck Refound

[Alex]

Hello all,
The Tufted Duck was refound this morning from a viewing place in Frontenac 
State Park at these coordinates. 
44.5417 -92.38217
It was still present at 11:25 and actively feeding. No information as to what 
ducks it was feeding with was given, but I would assume it is the same flock as 
it has been with for the past few days: hundreds of Goldeneye and Mergansers, 
and associating with 2 female Greater Scaup, 1 male Greater Scaup, and 1 male 
Lesser Scaup. Also present yesterday was 1 female Bufflehead. 

Best of luck trying to view this bird. Unless a collector comes forward and 
says he’s missing a Tufted Duck, this bird behaviorally and physically is 
perfect for a wild bird and would represent a first state record for both 
Minnesota and Wisconsin, where it has been seen in days prior. 

Happy Birding,
Alex Sundvall

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Re: [mou-net] Harlequin Duck (Washington Co.)

[Alex]

A note that the area was searched extensively yesterday, and no one was able to 
refind her. However, the long staying Long-tailed Duck was found on the Dakota 
County side of Point Douglas for any county listers that still need one for 
Dakota. 

Good Birding and Happy Christmas Bird Counts!

Alex Sundvall

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> On Dec 25, 2017, at 8:05 AM, Alyssa DeRubeis <alderub...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> On December 23, Ise Varghese observed a female Harlequin Duck at Point 
> Douglas in Washington County. This information is available on eBird and the 
> Minnesota Birding Facebook page. 
> 
> I apologize for not posting this earlier. I think I was getting all of 
> Minnesota’s current sightings mixed up and realized that this one has not 
> been shared on the listserv yet. While many of you are subscribed to eBird 
> and/or various Facebook pages, I know that not everyone is.
> 
> Good birding!
> 
> Alyssa DeRubeis
> 
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Re: [mou-net] Pectoral Sandpiper Washington County

[Alex]

It appears there are at least 3 winter records for the state for Pectoral 
Sandpiper, my apologies. 
This is the first winter record for the state in over 40 years, the last winter 
record being in 1976. 

Still present as of 1:30 thanks to Greg Jahner III. 

Alex Sundvall

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> On Dec 9, 2017, at 1:06 PM, Alex <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Liz Harper and I just found a record late Pectoral Sandpiper in the Grey 
> Cloud Island Gravel Pit. This would represent the latest record ever in 
> Minnesota, and beats the previous late record by 2 weeks. 
> The bird was working the closest shore near a flock of Mallards. 
> 
> Here are the coordinates to the gravel pit and the exact location of the bird 
> itself: 
> 44.783036,-92.975863
> 
> Alex Sundvall
> 
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[mou-net] Pectoral Sandpiper Washington County

[Alex]

Liz Harper and I just found a record late Pectoral Sandpiper in the Grey Cloud 
Island Gravel Pit. This would represent the latest record ever in Minnesota, 
and beats the previous late record by 2 weeks. 
The bird was working the closest shore near a flock of Mallards. 

Here are the coordinates to the gravel pit and the exact location of the bird 
itself: 
44.783036,-92.975863

Alex Sundvall

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[mou-net] Black-legged Kittiwake Washington County

[Alex]

Karl Isley found a Black-legged Kittiwake at Hazen P Mooers Open Space by the 
Grey Cloud Island in Washington County last night. It was present and seen by 
at least 8 this morning at 8:45am. 

Alex Sundvall

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[mou-net] Glaucous and Lesser Black-backed Gulls Dakota County

[Alex]

There is currently a large Gull roost on top of the MN Home Outlet building 
next to the Burnsville Menard’s. Amongst them is a 4th Cycle Lesser 
Black-backed Gull and an adult Glaucous Gull. There are also hundreds of 
Herring and Ring-billed Gulls. No Iceland/Thayer’s Gulls were detected despite 
looking. 

Alex Sundvall

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[mou-net] Glaucous Gull Hennepin County

[Alex]

While checking for the reported Lesser Black-backed Gull on Lake Calhoun in 
Hennepin County, Kathleen MacAulay and I found an adult GLAUCOUS GULL. It flew 
off to the south before any pictures could be taken.

Alex Sundvall
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Re: [mou-net] SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER MOWER COUNTY

[Alex]

From Dedrick Benz:
John Hockema just called from 680th Ave to report the bird is along the 
fenceline at 5:57 AM.
So the same place Kevin had it yesterday. 

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> On Jun 27, 2017, at 10:00 AM, Mory Jahangir <mory.jahan...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I am presently at this location looking for the ST Flycatcher, and would 
> appreciate any assistance in finding this bird. 
> 
> Thank you,
> 
> Mory Jahangir
> La Crosse, Wisconsin
> 
>> On Jun 26, 2017 8:37 AM, "Alex" <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:
>> Kevin Manley just refound the flycatcher at 8am at this location: 
>> 24501–24981 680th Ave, Dexter US-MN (43.7170,-92.6894)
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>> > On Jun 25, 2017, at 10:01 PM, Alex <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:
>> >
>> > Chris Hockema, John Hockema, and Tina Judd refound the flycatcher at 8:40, 
>> > east of I90 on 680th Ave, just east of the former Windmill Restaurant.
>> >
>> > Sent from my iPhone
>> >
>> >> On Jun 25, 2017, at 6:22 PM, Alex <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:
>> >>
>> >> Liz Harper and I just found a SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER in MOWER COUNTY 
>> >> on I-90. On the chainlink fence on the eastbound side.
>> >>
>> >> 43.720104, -92.685775
>> >>
>> >> Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [mou-net] SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER MOWER COUNTY

[Alex]

Kevin Manley just refound the flycatcher at 8am at this location: 24501–24981 
680th Ave, Dexter US-MN (43.7170,-92.6894)

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> On Jun 25, 2017, at 10:01 PM, Alex <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Chris Hockema, John Hockema, and Tina Judd refound the flycatcher at 8:40, 
> east of I90 on 680th Ave, just east of the former Windmill Restaurant.
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Jun 25, 2017, at 6:22 PM, Alex <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Liz Harper and I just found a SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER in MOWER COUNTY on 
>> I-90. On the chainlink fence on the eastbound side. 
>> 
>> 43.720104, -92.685775
>> 
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Re: [mou-net] SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER MOWER COUNTY

[Alex]

Chris Hockema, John Hockema, and Tina Judd refound the flycatcher at 8:40, east 
of I90 on 680th Ave, just east of the former Windmill Restaurant.

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> On Jun 25, 2017, at 6:22 PM, Alex <asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Liz Harper and I just found a SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER in MOWER COUNTY on 
> I-90. On the chainlink fence on the eastbound side. 
> 
> 43.720104, -92.685775
> 
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[mou-net] SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER MOWER COUNTY

[Alex]

Liz Harper and I just found a SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER in MOWER COUNTY on 
I-90. On the chainlink fence on the eastbound side. 

43.720104, -92.685775

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Re: [mou-net] Black-bellied whistling ducks in Belle Plaine, 6/14/2017

[Alex]

I do know of one person that looked and did not find anything but Mallards and 
Canada Geese at this location. 
Best,
Alex Sundvall

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> On Jun 15, 2017, at 7:50 PM, B.heineke <b.hein...@mchsi.com> wrote:
> 
> Did anyone go look for them today and if so did you re-find hem?
> 
> Sent from my iPad
> 
>> On Jun 15, 2017, at 12:59 PM, elgrevo <elgr...@usiwireless.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Not certain if still there today... but Wednesday morning, 2
>> black-bellied whistling ducks were in a flooded farm field just south of
>> the new Ridgeview Hospital/south overpass on the southern edge of Belle
>> Plaine. The field is viewable from HWY 169, south of Meridian. Take
>> Commerce Dr E to safely view the field pond, if the ducks are still
>> there.
>> 
>> Are these possibly the pair that appeared last year near New Prague? 
>> 
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[mou-net] Yellow-breasted Chat, Washington County

[Alex]

Kevin Manley found a Yellow-breasted Chat this morning at Afton State Park in 
Washington County.  From the trailhead off of 50th go south to the four way and 
go right, and then I'm guessing 200-300' to the bench.  Just beyond the bench 
it opens up and the YBCH was singing about 100' off the trail to the west.  
Good luck!

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[mou-net] Greater White-fronted Goose Aitkin County

[Alex]

Liz Harper and I just found a Greater White-fronted Goose at the Rice Paddies 
in Aitkin County on Osprey Ave and 430th street. Also present was a small flock 
of sandpipers primarily consisting of White-rumped Sandpipers (30 
individuals!!!) with good numbers of Semipalmated Sandpipers, Dunlin, and 1 
Semipalmated Plover.

Alex Sundvall 

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[mou-net] Lesser Black-Backed Gull Hastings

[Alex Franzen]

There is currently a Lesser Black-Backed Gull at Lock and Dam No. 2 on the 
Dakota County side. Also present with hundreds of Ring-Billed Gulls, a few 
regular duck species, and many Bald Eagles. Two barges are passing by and 
churning up the water for the gulls. 

Alex Franzen

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Re: [mou-net] Snowy Owl in Downtown Minneapolis

[Alex]

Still present with a White-throated Sparrow at location too. Crows have left it 
alone. 

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> On Jan 19, 2017, at 7:23 AM, GREG ELIZABETH CLOSMORE  
> wrote:
> 
> Yep! Still here being mobbed by crows! Flying over intersection of 11 ave and 
> 3 st. Thanks for notification . Brightened the commute! 
> 
>> On Jan 19, 2017, at 6:58 AM, Keith Kirkwood  wrote:
>> 
>> Spotted a snowy owl this morning in Downtown. 
>> The corner of 10th Ave South and South 3rd Street.
>> 
>> The bird is perched on the corner of the house 247 10th Avenue South, flying 
>> between the rooftop deck of the house and the Valspar building at 312 11th 
>> Ave South. 
>> 
>> Keith Kirkwood
>> Apple Valley, MN
>> 
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Re: [mou-net] Black Swan on Lake Harriet, Hennepin Co.

[Alex]

Just a note, The Black Swan is not a rare bird. It's an escaped bird. It's like 
seeing a parrot in your yard. The last thing we need is to get the media 
involved with this.

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> On Dec 17, 2016, at 8:36 AM, Pat Norton <55norto...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I have a kayak. I'm not a great kayaker, but it would beat the rescue
> boards.
> 
> On Sat, Dec 17, 2016 at 8:33 AM, ihatehicks666 <ihatehicks...@gmail.com>
> wrote:
> 
>> If I had a boat, I'd be out there in a flash. I work today, but if there
>> are any attempts to do a rescue, I'd be able to help tomorrow afternoon.
>> 
>> I've posted on MAARS Facebook page, and also on Kare 11's page.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device
>> 
>>  Original message 
>> From: Pat Norton <55norto...@gmail.com>
>> Date: 12/17/16 7:52 AM (GMT-06:00)
>> To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU
>> Subject: Re: [mou-net] Black Swan on Lake Harriet, Hennepin Co.
>> 
>> I live near Lake Harriet - can I be of help? I know swans are big and can
>> hurt if they hit with their large wings, but this one is probably pretty
>> weak.
>> 
>> On Sat, Dec 17, 2016 at 7:09 AM, Deb Buehler <deb-lindenhi...@hotmail.com>
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> Good Morning,
>>> 
>>> I just returned from Lake Harriet, where the  Black Swan was out on the
>>> ice, away from the ducks, geese, etc.  Why is it that some people find
>> the
>>> need and energy to save feral cats, and then this bird has to die???  It
>> is
>>> horrible to witness.  Had to vent..  (no pun)  Deb
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> From: Minnesota Birds <MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU> on behalf of Alex
>> Sundvall <
>>> asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com>
>>> Sent: Friday, December 16, 2016 7:37 AM
>>> To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU
>>> Subject: Re: [mou-net] Black Swan on Lake Harriet, Hennepin Co.
>>> 
>>> This bird has been around since April, as it is highly unlikely that
>> there
>>> have been two Black Swans to go missing in one year. The bird was at Old
>>> Cedar Ave Bridge for most of that time, and was there until a couple of
>>> months ago. At some point it left, and showed up at Lake Harriet. Barring
>>> either walking there or someone capturing ti and transporting it there,
>> the
>>> bird likely flew there. They are nonmigratory birds in Australia, and
>>> considering this is a captive individual, it doesn't really know of any
>>> place to fly to, hence the bird hasn't moved off the ice. I was under the
>>> impression that it couldn't fly, which is why it was at Old Cedar for all
>>> spring, summer, and fall. The WRC only takes natives, and certainly
>> doesn't
>>> take pets. This was likely a bird in a private collection, as no reports
>> of
>>> a missing swan have been put out, so the chances of recapture, or wanting
>>> it back are slim. They are sold and bred in the states (primarily
>> Florida).
>>> When I viewed the bird yesterday afternoon, it had visible ice on its
>>> feathers, was out of the water sitting on the ice, and was not feeding.
>>> Best,
>>> Alex
>>> 
>>> On Fri, Dec 16, 2016 at 12:35 AM, Elizabeth Javinsky <beth...@juno.com>
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>>> So there are some conflicting reports and it is not clear if this swan
>>> can
>>>> fly or not.  Has anyone seen it flying in the last 24 hours? Also, if
>> the
>>>> swan is not injured and can fly, why would it be hanging out in these
>>> cold
>>>> temperatures? I do know a couple people who deal in animal rescue that
>>>> would probably help if someone can definitively confirm if this one
>> needs
>>>> help.  I would hate to see it freeze to death or get stuck in mostly
>> iced
>>>> over water.
>>>> 
>>>> Thanks.
>>>> 
>>>> Beth
>>>> 
>>>>> On Dec 15, 2016, at 10:06 PM, Tami Vogel <tvo...@wrcmn.org> wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> Hello everyone -
>>>>> 
>>>>> We only accept wild animals. I suspect this swan was released or
>>> escaped
>>>> someone's property.
>>>>> 
>>>>> I'd recommend people check community forums and Facebook pages in the
>>>> event someone is in fact looking for it. Start with the area it was
>>>> initially seen. You may al

Re: [mou-net] Black Swan on Lake Harriet, Hennepin Co.

[Alex Sundvall]

This bird has been around since April, as it is highly unlikely that there
have been two Black Swans to go missing in one year. The bird was at Old
Cedar Ave Bridge for most of that time, and was there until a couple of
months ago. At some point it left, and showed up at Lake Harriet. Barring
either walking there or someone capturing ti and transporting it there, the
bird likely flew there. They are nonmigratory birds in Australia, and
considering this is a captive individual, it doesn't really know of any
place to fly to, hence the bird hasn't moved off the ice. I was under the
impression that it couldn't fly, which is why it was at Old Cedar for all
spring, summer, and fall. The WRC only takes natives, and certainly doesn't
take pets. This was likely a bird in a private collection, as no reports of
a missing swan have been put out, so the chances of recapture, or wanting
it back are slim. They are sold and bred in the states (primarily Florida).
When I viewed the bird yesterday afternoon, it had visible ice on its
feathers, was out of the water sitting on the ice, and was not feeding.
Best,
Alex

On Fri, Dec 16, 2016 at 12:35 AM, Elizabeth Javinsky <beth...@juno.com>
wrote:

> So there are some conflicting reports and it is not clear if this swan can
> fly or not.  Has anyone seen it flying in the last 24 hours? Also, if the
> swan is not injured and can fly, why would it be hanging out in these cold
> temperatures? I do know a couple people who deal in animal rescue that
> would probably help if someone can definitively confirm if this one needs
> help.  I would hate to see it freeze to death or get stuck in mostly iced
> over water.
>
> Thanks.
>
> Beth
>
> > On Dec 15, 2016, at 10:06 PM, Tami Vogel <tvo...@wrcmn.org> wrote:
> >
> > Hello everyone -
> >
> > We only accept wild animals. I suspect this swan was released or escaped
> someone's property.
> >
> > I'd recommend people check community forums and Facebook pages in the
> event someone is in fact looking for it. Start with the area it was
> initially seen. You may also want to check Craigslist.
> >
> > Hopefully the owner is located and if not a good new home can be found.
> >
> >
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> >
> > Tami Vogel
> > Communications Director
> > Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota
> > www.wrcmn.org<http://www.wrcmn.org>
> > www.Facebook.com/WRCMN<http://www.Facebook.com/WRCMN>
> > Twitter and Instagram:   WRCMN
> > On Dec 15, 2016 8:44 PM, Pat Norton <55norto...@gmail.com> wrote:
> > Perhaps the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Roseville could help.
> >
> > On Wed, Dec 14, 2016 at 2:05 PM, Max Richter <https://urldefense.
> proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__max.r.richter-40gmail.com=DQICaQ=
> euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM=5gIOkmnQ1nLB2gWkMnpF7Q=
> RFQbRXDQl0YQkcN0H_VW5ARfTyXLAcDQM20MJRZ0MoI=
> pS4T6ve80426Ok_Cv7HeV2ceV3ulj_wkPX8ywFZQ6CE= >
> > wrote:
> >
> >> How beautiful, but the swan would not survive the winter on its own,
> would
> >> it? I helped organize a waterfowl rescue on Powderhorn lake once.  Does
> >> this need  to be done to save the swan?
> >>
> >>> On Dec 14, 2016 1:45 PM, "Jason Caddy" <https://urldefense.
> proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__j.caddy-40hotmail.com=DQICaQ=
> euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM=5gIOkmnQ1nLB2gWkMnpF7Q=
> RFQbRXDQl0YQkcN0H_VW5ARfTyXLAcDQM20MJRZ0MoI=bwh4QZFCtl-volkwlNioI_
> dSujkCAlftB-LL0UX4cXM= > wrote:
> >>>
> >>> There is a Black Swan associating with a large raft of Mallards on the
> >>> southwest side (where the dock is in the summer) of Lake Harriet right
> >> now.
> >>> I know this is not technically a countable species but it is a
> beautiful
> >>> bird none-the-less. I won't count it on my life list but it will be
> going
> >>> on my year list :-)
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Jason Caddy
> >>>
> >>> Minneapolis
> >>>
> >>>
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Re: [mou-net] Black Swan on Lake Harriet, Hennepin Co.

[Alex Sundvall]

How fascinating! I wonder I'll assume it's the same individual that has
been at Old Cedar Ave. since April. I figured it was unable to fly as it
had been in the same area for so long. As far as I know, no one has
reported a missing Black Swan, so I'm curious as to the origin of this
individual. It's obviously not from Australia, so where did it come from?
Perhaps it's time to finally add it to my list if it's flying around and
acting like a bird...people have been counting it on eBird as well...
Thanks for the update Jason,
Alex

On Wed, Dec 14, 2016 at 2:05 PM, Max Richter <max.r.rich...@gmail.com>
wrote:

> How beautiful, but the swan would not survive the winter on its own, would
> it? I helped organize a waterfowl rescue on Powderhorn lake once.  Does
> this need  to be done to save the swan?
>
> On Dec 14, 2016 1:45 PM, "Jason Caddy" <j.ca...@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> > There is a Black Swan associating with a large raft of Mallards on the
> > southwest side (where the dock is in the summer) of Lake Harriet right
> now.
> > I know this is not technically a countable species but it is a beautiful
> > bird none-the-less. I won't count it on my life list but it will be going
> > on my year list :-)
> >
> >
> > Jason Caddy
> >
> > Minneapolis
> >
> >
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[mou-net] Prairie Falcon Ramsey County

[Alex]

Hello all,
Yesterday Laura Michelle posted a picture of a Prairie Falcon she took in St. 
Paul to the "What's this Bird?" Facebook group. She said that the bird was 
flying out of the city (no direction given) and was likely not chaseable. This 
is primarily a heads up for people in the area to be looking for a Falcon with 
dark armpits, and for the listserve to be notified instead of just the Facebook 
community. 
Photo available here:
https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/fr/cp0/e15/q65/15390977_574829046044217_2294770389828468667_n.jpg?efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9=2ee8afd1e0a7b4e51bb7e6297632fc06=58AFAB6D

Best,
Alex Sundvall

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[mou-net] WHITE-WINGED DOVE ANOKA COUNTY

[Alex Sundvall]

Hello all,
Mark Junghans has just reported a WHITE-WINGED DOVE in ANOKA COUNTY today.
Visiting his feeders, and viewable from inside. Call him at 763-438-1563
for details on location and whether the bird is present if you're
interested in viewing. It was last seen this morning roosting in a Scots
Pine tree. Here's the link to the photo, though it may only work if you're
on facebook, I'm not sure.
https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-0/p296x100/15192749_1607131946248446_8381094317536394996_n.jpg?oh=2f0487a476da22db96ab740753ec0626=58B273D2
Happy Thanksgiving to you all,
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[mou-net] Rufous Hummingbird Isanti County

[Alex Sundvall]

Hello all,
Jacqui Baker reports that the Rufous Hummingbird is still present in her
backyard in Isanti County. This bird has been present since mid/end of
September. I am thinking that this storm will likely push the bird
southward, but here is the map location for those who have yet to visit
that would still like to:

https://www.google.com/maps?ie=UTF8=p=13=45.46605,-93.181168=45.46605,-93.181168

Please contact Jacqui before going, her phone number is 612-226-7403.
Thanks all,
Alex Sundvall


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[mou-net] Fwd: [mou-net] Rufous Hummingbird

[Alex]

Jacqui Baker (the host) reported that she saw the hummingbird again at 10:00am 
this morning (10/13). 

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Begin forwarded message:

> From: Earl Orf 
> Date: October 12, 2016 at 12:05:48 PM CDT
> To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU
> Subject: [mou-net] Rufous Hummingbird
> Reply-To: Earl Orf 
> 
> I did see the probable Rufous Hummingbird this morning from about 10:15 to
> 10:45.  I got some photos but the bird did not spread its tail feathers
> while I was there.  If we have someone who can tell Allen's from Rufous
> using some other field marks, I'd be happy to share the photos.
> 
> Earl Orf
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Re: [mou-net] RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD ISANTI COUNTY

[Alex]

Bird present every 20 minutes or so, last showed up at 10:00. This bird is a 
young male, as there are a few specs of color on the gorget. No spread tail 
shots yet to rule out Allen's, but it's likely a Rufous. 

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> From: Paul Budde <pbu...@earthlink.net>
> Date: October 10, 2016 at 11:36:44 AM CDT
> To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU
> Subject: Re: [mou-net] RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD ISANTI COUNTY
> Reply-To: Paul Budde <pbu...@earthlink.net>
> 
> Female Rufous and Allen's hummingbirds are extremely difficult to separate in 
> the field.  While Rufous is more prone to wander, Allen's is not out of the 
> question -- even though none have been confirmed in Minnesota to date.  For 
> example, there is a similar bird being seen in Massachusetts right now whose 
> identity is "open".
> 
> If any photographers chase this bird, try to get good shots of the tail 
> feathers - either from below or of a spread tail.  That's the best way to 
> distinguish the two species.
> 
> Paul
> 
> 
> Paul Budde
> Minneapolis, MN
> pbu...@earthlink.net
> 
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Alex 
> Sundvall
> Sent: Monday, October 10, 2016 10:03 AM
> To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU
> Subject: [mou-net] RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD ISANTI COUNTY
> 
> Good morning,
> A RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD has been visiting the feeder of Jacqui Baker in ISANTI 
> COUNTY for the past 2 weeks. She had been reporting a hummingbird regularly 
> on the MN Birding facebook page, but only recently thought that it could be 
> something different, as it had quite a bit of rufous. She took a picture of 
> it this morning, confirming its identity as a female Rufous Hummingbird.
> She has stated that she will indeed accept visitors; here is her information 
> "3523 273rd Ave NE Isanti. no dogs (612) 226-7403" It has been coming every 
> 15-20 minutes, suggesting that this is the only feeder that it is visiting.
> I ask that if you do intend to visit, to please be respectful of her and her 
> property, as we don't want visitation rights to end. I'm sure this won't be a 
> problem, but a reminder never hurts.
> Thank you all, I will be posting updates when I receive them, for those who 
> don't have Facebook.
> Alex Sundvall
> 
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[mou-net] RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD ISANTI COUNTY

[Alex Sundvall]

Good morning,
A RUFOUS HUMMINGBIRD has been visiting the feeder of Jacqui Baker in ISANTI
COUNTY for the past 2 weeks. She had been reporting a hummingbird regularly
on the MN Birding facebook page, but only recently thought that it could be
something different, as it had quite a bit of rufous. She took a picture of
it this morning, confirming its identity as a female Rufous Hummingbird.
She has stated that she will indeed accept visitors; here is her
information "3523 273rd Ave NE Isanti. no dogs (612) 226-7403" It has been
coming every 15-20 minutes, suggesting that this is the only feeder that it
is visiting.
I ask that if you do intend to visit, to please be respectful of her and
her property, as we don't want visitation rights to end. I'm sure this
won't be a problem, but a reminder never hurts.
Thank you all, I will be posting updates when I receive them, for those who
don't have Facebook.
Alex Sundvall


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Re: [mou-net] Sharp-tailed Sandpiper update?

[Alex]

The Sharp-tailed Sandpiper is still being seen as of 9:00 on the 22nd of 
September at the Tacoma Avenue Fields. 
Alex Sundvall

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> On Sep 22, 2016, at 9:28 AM, Bill Penning <wlpenn...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Any info on the presence/absence of the bird today would be greatly
> appreciated.
> 
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[mou-net] Westwood Hills Nature Center Walk

[Alex]

Here is the full list from this morning! 
Great morning for birds!
Thanks all, happy birding!
Alex Sundvall


Westwood Hills Nature Center
Apr 29, 2016
8:01 AM
Traveling
3.00 miles
281 Minutes
All birds reported? Yes
Comments: Also saw a Garter Snake. 
Submitted from eBird for iOS, version 1.1.5 Build 44

8 Wood Duck
2 Mallard
4 Blue-winged Teal
6 Redhead
1 Ring-necked Duck
5 Hooded Merganser
1 Wild Turkey
6 Pied-billed Grebe
2 Double-crested Cormorant
19 American White Pelican
1 Great Blue Heron
2 Cooper's Hawk
4 Bald Eagle
5 Broad-winged Hawk
3 Red-tailed Hawk
7 Ring-billed Gull
2 Rock Pigeon (Feral Pigeon)
2 Mourning Dove
2 Belted Kingfisher
3 Red-bellied Woodpecker
5 Downy Woodpecker
3 Hairy Woodpecker
4 Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)
1 Eastern Phoebe
2 Blue Jay
4 American Crow
5 Tree Swallow
16 Black-capped Chickadee
4 White-breasted Nuthatch
2 House Wren
2 Sedge Wren
20 Ruby-crowned Kinglet
12 American Robin
4 European Starling
3 Northern Waterthrush
1 Black-and-white Warbler
5 Palm Warbler
8 Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)
4 Chipping Sparrow
18 White-throated Sparrow
6 Song Sparrow
4 Lincoln's Sparrow
20 Swamp Sparrow
1 Eastern Towhee
3 Northern Cardinal
14 Red-winged Blackbird
12 Common Grackle
4 Brown-headed Cowbird
5 House Finch
8 American Goldfinch
4 House Sparrow

Number of Taxa: 51


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[mou-net] Westwood Hills Nature Center Bird Walk

[Alex Sundvall]

Hello everyone!
My name is Alex Sundvall and I am a student at the UofM and am currently
volunteering for one of my classes at Westwood Hills Nature Center in St.
Louis Park. In order to fulfill hour requirements I will be leading a bird
walk. Westwood has had some great birds so far this season, including
Northern Shrike, Northern Waterthrush, Rusty Blackbird, and Eastern Towhee.

Here is some information about the walk:
Time: This Friday, April 29. I will be in the Parking lot starting at
8:00am, and we will start walking at 8:30am. I do not know how long the
walk will last, but I wouldn't expect to go later than 12:00.

Here is the location of the park on Google Maps:
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Westwood+Hills+Nature+Center/@44.9671132,-93.3890677,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x52b334c73374c949:0xbf40d4c76b4c040

If anyone has any questions, please feel free to contact me at
asgreenplanet4...@gmail.com

Hope to see some of you there!

Happy Birding!

Alex Sundvall


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[mou-net] Cerulean Warbler, Woodlake Nature Center, Richfield, Hennepin Co, Mn

[Alex Cruz Jr]

My dad and I are currently listening to and seeing a: male Cerulean Warbler, at 
Woodlake Nature Center, Richfield, Hennepin Co, Mn.

It is singing above the Irene Dahl outdoor education shelter on the east side 
of the park. He's a solo bachelor but we did see him divebomb a male Blackpoll 
Warbler.

We have been watching it since 10 am.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin Co, Mn

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Re: [mou-net] Wood stork in Faribault Co. Present

[Alex]

The bird is still there as of 2:00. Easily seen from the white rope fence, it 
was foraging and eating in the wooded area. 

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 On Jun 21, 2014, at 11:17 AM, Peter Neubeck p.neub...@comcast.net wrote:
 
 As of 10 yes. 
 
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 Is the bird still there?
 
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 Subject: [mou-net] Wood stork in Faribault Co. Present 
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 CC:  
 
 I'm standing with Andy Forbes at the farm described on previous posts and 
 watching the wood stork forage in the trees to the west of the buildings. 
 
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[mou-net] Orchard Oriole male, Crystal, Hennepin Co, MN

[Alex Cruz]

I am not sure if this would be of interest to anyone but I had two new yard
birds yesterday at my backyard in Crystal: A Northern Waterthrush and male
Orchard Oriole. The Orchard Oriole has been frequenting my oriole feeder in
the backyard since yesterday morning. This is only the 4th time I have seen
this species in the Twin Cities area and a first for my yard!
Lookin' up,
Alex Cruz
Crystal, Hennepin Co, MN


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[mou-net] Summer tanager Myre Big Island state park, freeborn cty

[Alex Watson]

Present behind the closed interpretive center at 2:30 this afternoon.  Flew
deeper into the woods


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[mou-net] Confidential Document

[Alex Greene]

 http://philippalawrence.com/index.htm


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[mou-net] Brown County Snowy Relocated

[Alex Watson]

Has moved north several miles to .75 miles south of  the intersection of
County 13 and county 24.  This is just south of the little cottonwood river
and a power substation.  Seen on a phone pole at 7:30 am.  Not seen since
initial post last week.


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[mou-net] Brown County Snowy Owl

[Alex Watson]

Seen at 4:45pm on west side of county 13  0.5 miles north of intersection
of county 22.  Was perched on second telephone pole past the first house
north of said intersection.  Bird flew to the west.  Seen by Bethany Watson
and super birder 9 year old London Watson.


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[mou-net] Long-tailed duck near Point Douglas, Washington County

[Alex Lewanski]

Birds seen on 12/19 from 1:30-3 in Point Douglas area, Washington county, MN

-Long tailed duck: 
 Grayish diving duck, smaller than surrounding goldeneyes, dark face patch, 
either   
female or juvenile, on Dakota county side of river
 seen in flock of ~50 goldeneyes from freedom park in Prescott, also 
viewable from 
parking lot near eagles point apartments
-redhead: 4 seen near train bridge
-common goldeneye: ~75
-common merganser:~150
-trumpeter swan: 7, flying and around bridge
-mallard: 10
-bald eagle: ~10


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[mou-net] Townsend's Solitaire, Lakeland, Washington Co, MN

[Alex Cruz]

I had a *Townsend's Solitaire *fly over the road just south of the
intersection of 7th Street and St Croix Trail (before you enter Lakeland)
at 10:30 AM, this morning, 12/8/13.

I was driving very slow because of the snow when a long-tailed bird flew
just over and in front of my car headed from west to east. The bird was
overall the same color (grayish) but the underwings had a a very
conspicuous peach-colored wingstripe. I pulled over and tried to locate the
bird in the SE corner of the intersection of 7th street and St. Croix Trail
S, but I was unable to see where it landed or relocate the bird. This area
is dotted with conifers and lots of cedars laden with berries. I wanted to
report so hopefully others in the area can look out for.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz, Jr
Hennepin Co, MN


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[mou-net] Oregon Junco, Eden Prairie, MN

[Alex Cruz]

I have what appears to be a male *Oregon Dark-eyed Junco* coming to my
work feeder. The feeder is on private property. I have seen the bird twice
today but have not been able to get any good pictures yet, but started a
sketch. If you are interested in this bird, please contact me online via my
email below.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
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[mou-net] Carlos Avery WMA

[Alex Greene]

I visited Carlos Avery WMA this morning (10/26).  Some nice birds around,
mostly in the South Unit.  Highlights included:

Trumpeter Swan-7
Bald Eagle-1
Red-tailed Hawk-2
Rough-legged Hawk-3
Northern Shrike-1
Fox Sparrow
White-throated Sparrow
American Tree Sparrow
Rusty Blackbird-1
Purple Finch-2

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[mou-net] Birding morning: Dodge Nature Center, Dakota County, Minnesota

[Alex Cruz]

Birding Dodge Nature Center in West St Paul this morning. The cool morning
kept the birds active and highlights were Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, 10
species of warblers including several Canada, a couple of Wilson's, and
lots of Ovenbirds. Non-avian surprises were a tree-frog in a goldenrod bud,
a cute toad, and lots of butterflies.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
St Paul, Ramsey Co, MN


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[mou-net] Whitewater State Park 7/25

[Alex Lewanski]

The following are highlights of my trip down to Whitewater State Park on July 
25th

-Yellow-Throated Warbler: refound the previously reported warbler near the  
nature store and adjacent picnic area, actively foraging and singing

-Louisiana Waterthrush: 2 found in vicinity of the Chimney Rock Trail trailhead
 1 adult feeding a juvenile

other birds that were seen/heard:
-red eyed vireo
-canada goose
-eastern bluebird
-turkey vulture
-chipping sparrow
-rose breasted grosbeak
-northern cardinal
-american redstart


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[mou-net] American Bittern: 180th Street Marsh- April 25th

[Alex Lewanski]

At 7:15 p.m. on 4/25/13, I birded 180th Street marsh for about 45 minutes.
the following were seen:
-American Bittern: seen in the southwestern pond about 50 feet from road. It 
was actively feeding. After about 30 minutes it flew farther back and out of 
sight into the taller cattails

Other birds that were seen:
Virginia rail: 2 seen in vicinity of bittern
Wilson's phalarope: 4 seen in southeastern pool
hundreds of coots
canada goose: 4
Northern Pintail- 1
Mallard
Gadwall
lesser scaup
bufflehead- around 15
ring necked duck
wood duck
blue winged teal
northern shoveler
brewers blackbird: about 15 sitting on power lines with red winged blackbirds
pied billed grebe: 2





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[mou-net] Dodge Nature Center, Dakota Co, MN

[Alex Cruz]

Had a great afternoon birding Dodge Nature Center on this sunny and mild
spring day. The whole park is wet. slushy, muddy mess but the birds don's
seem to mind in the least. Had some first-o'-years (FOYs) like:

   - Eastern Phoebe (2): First one seen by stucco farmhouse on east parking
   area. Surprised to see!
   - Golden-crowned Kinglet (3): Foraging low and singing loudly. Was able
   to get great views. Against snow, the hints of moss green in their plumage
   really shown.
   - Fox Sparrow (1): In buckthorn pile in NW part of park.

Other cool birds included:

   - Northern Harrier (1 male): Seen briefly soaring low over main pond
   with boardwalk.
   - Brown Creeper (7): spread throughout park in noisy (for creepers)
   small groups
   - Common Redpoll (1): One flew over calling jhip, jhip.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co, MN

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[mou-net] Red Crossbills, Eden Prairie, MN

[Alex Cruz Jr]

Just had a flock about 10 Red Crossbills fly over low calling jip JIP  
jip...jip JIP jip. I am hoping they will discover my work feeder.


I work at  Golden Triangle Dr in Eden Prairie just east of Lake  
Smetana. The birds flew over headed to the SE. They looked hungry!  
There are a few cone-laden evergreens in area that I'll be checking out.


Other cool birds in area include two small flocks of Cedar Waxwings  
and 1 Pileated Pterodactyl.


Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin Co


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[mou-net] Rough-legged Hawk, Eden Prairie, Hennepin Co

[Alex Cruz Jr]

Just a few moments ago, I was looking out my work window at the busy  
bird feeder when a Buteo caught my eye teetering overhead. It was a  
beautiful Rough-legged Hawk. This was a first for me for Hennepin  
County and the farthest south I've seen in Mn so it was an exciting  
yard bird--but I tend to be a real patch birder so I am not sure how  
unusual this sighting is.


I work at  Golden Triangle Dr in Eden Prairie and the bird was  
headed west.. so look for it Edina and Richfield!


Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin Co


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[mou-net] Correction: Rough-legged Hawk, Eden Prairie, Hennepin Co

[Alex Cruz Jr]

Correction: RlHa was headed EAST towards Edina from where I work in  
Eden Prairie (near 169 and I494).


Still looking up,
Alex Cruz
(directionally challenged)


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From: Alex Cruz Jr alexcru...@gmail.com
Date: March 4, 2013 10:32:35 AM CST
To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU, mnbird-ow...@lists.mnbird.net
Subject: Rough-legged Hawk, Eden Prairie, Hennepin Co



Just a few moments ago, I was looking out my work window at the busy  
bird feeder when a Buteo caught my eye teetering overhead. It was a  
beautiful Rough-legged Hawk. This was a first for me for Hennepin  
County and the farthest south I've seen in Mn so it was an exciting  
yard bird--but I tend to be a real patch birder so I am not sure  
how unusual this sighting is.


I work at  Golden Triangle Dr in Eden Prairie and the bird was  
headed west.. so look for it Edina and Richfield!


Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin Co



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[mou-net] Boreal Owl: Two Harbors lighthouse trail

[Alex Cruz Jr]

Birded the southetn northshore yesterday (2/7/13) and thanks to the  
all the postings, I saw a Boreal Owl on Scenic 61.


I wanted to mention an owl that maybe hasn't been mentioned. I  
snowshoed the Two Harbors lighthouse trail and briefly saw a Boreal  
Owl around 4:00 pm. On the nothside of the peninsula that faces the  
little bay there, the trail forks back towards the lighthouse and  
overlooks a little cliff with clumps of small trees (at its base). The  
Boreal Owl wizzed right by me here but despite searching for half an  
hour, I was not able to relocate.


Also had large flock of Bohemian Waxwings SW of Northshore Cottages  
near west entrance of Scenic 61 at around noon.


Thanks again for all the postings. I also saw the Dirt Factory NoHO  
but the Boreals were a special birthday treat for me.


Looking up,
Alex Cruz, Jr
Ramsey Co, Mn


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[mou-net] American White Pelican: Kaposia Landing dog park, Pigs Eye Lake outflow, South St Paul, Ramsey County

[Alex Cruz]

A very cold looking *American White Pelican *was seen this afternoon
from Kaposia
Landing dog park (S. St Paul).  It was on the west side of bank near the
warm water outflow. Visible with binocs but scope helped. Huge bird bigger
than Canada Geese, all white with black wing tips. Unexpected bird to see
on this bone-chilling day. I felt sorry for him, all alone and looking
cold. I hope he is finding enough to eat.

Great spot for *Bald Eagles*, *Common Goldeneyes*, and *Common Mergansers.*

I also stopped at Simon's Ravine where a *Pileated Woodpecker* was making a
racket; you may see my
eBirdhttp://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist?subID=S12592142list here.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz, Jr
St Paul, MN


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[mou-net] Black Scoter and White-winged Scoter: Park Point

[Alex Cruz]

My Dad and I just saw a Black Scoter female and 3 White-winged Scoters just 
seen Park Point in bay NW of Sky Harbor airport. Seen through scope from 
1:00-1:30. Freaking cold with wind off water but worth it as the Black Scoter 
was a new state bird for me (and my pops).

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin and Ramsey Counties


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[mou-net] Tundra Swans, Eagan, Dakota Co

[Alex Cruz]

Just saw two V-flocks (about 30-50 each) of Tundra Swans flying NW, relatively 
low, softly calling hoo!. Seen over Cliff Rd north of Lebanon Hills Park in 
Eagan. 
Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co,MN

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[mou-net] Common Redpoll at SE end of Lake Smetana Park, Eden Prairie

[Alex Cruz]

Hi,
Common Redpoll at SE end of Lake Smetana Park, Eden Prairie, Hennepin Co.
Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin Co


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[mou-net] Rusty Blackbirds, Basset Creek Park, Crystal, Hennepin Co

[Alex Cruz]

There are at least 4 Rusty Blackbirds foraging at NW edge of largest pond in 
the southern part of Basset Creek Park, Crystal, Hennepin Co. This pond is 
easily accessed from Zane Ave N and 29th Place N in southern Crystal. Lots of 
American Tree, Song, and Fox Sparrows present.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin Co, Mn

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[mou-net] Two late Ovenbirds: (6 Oct), Mississippi Gorge Regional Park--Winchell Trail, Hennepin Co.

[Alex Cruz]

During the Minneapolis Community Ed Birding Class, two late Ovenbirds were 
seenaround 8:30-9 AM this morning (6 Oct) on the Mississippi Gorge Regional 
Park--Winchell Trail, Hennepin Co. The area the Ovenbirds were in can be 
accessed via a parking lot on West River Parkway where it intersects E 36th 
Street.

They were foraging on the south slope above the curved trail above where small 
stream flows through pipe. In mixed species flock. Great looks by all of class. 
Orange-crown bordered by black apparent as well as vertical blotchy striping on 
white breast. Bobbed tail and held it upright as foraged in leaf litter at base 
of trees.

Also of note were two Nashville Warblers when I arrived at my home in St Paul 
(near Dayton Ave and Arundel on Cathedral Hill) around 10:30 AM.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin and Ramsey Counties


eBird list
Mississippi Gorge Regional Park--Winchell Trail, Hennepin, US-MN
Oct 6, 2012 8:00 AM - 10:15 AM

20 species

Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii)  1
Ring-billed Gull (Larus delawarensis)  2
Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus)  4
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker (Sphyrapicus varius)  1
Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens)  3
Hairy Woodpecker (Picoides villosus)  1
Pileated Woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus)  1
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata)  1
American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos)  2
White-breasted Nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis)  3
Brown Creeper (Certhia americana)  2
Ruby-crowned Kinglet (Regulus calendula)  2
Hermit Thrush (Catharus guttatus)  10
American Robin (Turdus migratorius)  100
Ovenbird (Seiurus aurocapilla)  2 Two foraging on ground in curve of trail 
above where small stream flows through pipe under trail. In mixed species 
flock. Great looks by all of class. Orange-crown bordered by black apparent as 
well as vertical blotchy striping on white breast. Bobbed tail and held it 
upright as foraged in leaf litter at base of trees.
Orange-crowned Warbler (Oreothlypis celata)  1
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Setophaga coronata)  10
White-throated Sparrow (Zonotrichia albicollis)  1
Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis)  1
American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis)  2


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[mou-net] Birdy day in St Louis Park, Hennepin Co., MN

[Alex Cruz]

Amazingly birdy day from my office window overlooking my “work patch”,
the marsh/woodlands at the NE quadrant of Louisiana and Excelsior in
St Louis Park. Saw about 30 species with highlights being 7 warbler
species (with FOS Palm and Orange-crowned), Blue-headed Vireo (always
a favorite), and a new patch bird, a Red-breasted Nuthatch!

Hope you had a chance to enjoy the mix of migrants and residents
influenced by the overnight weather front. My e-bird list is at end of
this message.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz, Jr
Hennepin and Ramsey Counties

Methodist Hospital Wetlands, Hennepin, US-MN
Sep 17, 2012 8:15 AM - 5:15 PM
Comments: Birding from work window and boardwalk.
31 species (+1 other taxa)


duck sp. (Anatinae sp.)  1
Double-crested Cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus)  1
Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias)  1
Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii)  1
Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)  1
Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis)  1
Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura)  4
Ruby-throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)  2
Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens)  2
Hairy Woodpecker (Picoides villosus)  2
Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus)  1
Eastern Wood-Pewee (Contopus virens)  1
Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe)  1
Blue-headed Vireo (Vireo solitarius)  1
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata)  2
Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus)  5
Red-breasted Nuthatch (Sitta canadensis)  1 New bird for patch.
White-breasted Nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis)  2
Ruby-crowned Kinglet (Regulus calendula)  1
American Robin (Turdus migratorius)  1
Gray Catbird (Dumetella carolinensis)  3
Tennessee Warbler (Oreothlypis peregrina)  1
Orange-crowned Warbler (Oreothlypis celata)  1 First of season.
Nashville Warbler (Oreothlypis ruficapilla)  1
Common Yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas)  5
Palm Warbler (Setophaga palmarum)  1 First of season.
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Setophaga coronata)  2
Wilson's Warbler (Cardellina pusilla)  1
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia)  2
White-throated Sparrow (Zonotrichia albicollis)  1
Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis)  3
American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis)  1


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[mou-net] Least Bittern: Ol' Cedar Bridge, Mn River NWR, Hennepin Co, MN

[Alex Cruz]

Hello birders!

Had a terrific morning birding with Scott Meyer. We started off at the Bass
Ponds (MRNWR) at 6:35 am because Scott promised me some sort of
yellow-crowned night-thingamajig but no luck on that bird! But we had lots
of cool birds at the Bass Ponds area like wigeons and Franklin's gulls.
After we moseyed over to Ol' Cedar Bridge where which was basically
Soralapooza! We managed to scare up my second only Minnesota *Least
Bittern*which disappeared into the cattails just south of the
boardwalk observation
platform! The woods west of boardwalk entrance were buzzing with warblers
and 2 Scarlet Tanagers.

For the morning, we had 13 or so species of warblers (between Bass and Ol'
Cedar) with the best ones being parula, yellow, and blackpoll!

Lookin' up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co, MN


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[mou-net] Dodge Nature Center , Dakota Co, MN

[Alex Cruz]

Birded Dodge Nature Center  this morning (9/9/12). It was a beautiful but
rather quiet morning for birds. There was a small and cooperative mixed
species flock SE of red barn which is near the  southern entrance.
Highlights were first of year (FOY) Blue-headed Vireo and Bay-breasted
Warbler foraging with first of season (FOS) Ruby-crowned Kinglets and Cape
May Warbler.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz, Jr
Ramsey Co, MN


29 species

Canada Goose (Branta canadensis)  1
Turkey Vulture (Cathartes aura)  1
Ruby-throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)  4
Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus)  1
Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens)  2
Hairy Woodpecker (Picoides villosus)  2
Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus)  1
Eastern Wood-Pewee (Contopus virens)  1
Great Crested Flycatcher (Myiarchus crinitus)  3
Blue-headed Vireo (Vireo solitarius)  1 First sighting of the year,
part of small mixed-species flock SE of red barn near southern entrance.
Beautifully patterned individual foraging low with BbWa, CsWA, CMWa.
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata)  3
American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos)  1
Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus)  10
Red-breasted Nuthatch (Sitta canadensis)  2 Heard and saw briefly.
White-breasted Nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis)  5
Ruby-crowned Kinglet (Regulus calendula)  3 First of season.
Swainson's Thrush (Catharus ustulatus)  1
American Robin (Turdus migratorius)  1
Gray Catbird (Dumetella carolinensis)  2
Black-and-white Warbler (Mniotilta varia)  1
Common Yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas)  2
American Redstart (Setophaga ruticilla)  1
Cape May Warbler (Setophaga tigrina)  1 Part of small mixed-species
flock SE of red barn near southern entrance. Did quick sketch. Associating
with BbWa which was proportionally beefier with heavier bill.
Magnolia Warbler (Setophaga magnolia)  1
Bay-breasted Warbler (Setophaga castanea)  1 First sighting of the
year. Part of small mixed-species flock SE of red barn near southern
entrance. Beautiful bird with pale orangish wash on flanks.
Chestnut-sided Warbler (Setophaga pensylvanica)  1 Part of small
mixed-species flock SE of red barn near southern entrance.
Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis)  2
Rose-breasted Grosbeak (Pheucticus ludovicianus)  1
American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis)  5


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[mou-net] Good migrant morning at Dodge Nature Center, Dakota County

[Alex Cruz]

Had a glorious early morning birding Dodge Nature Center in Dakota County.
Migrants were spread throughout the park but best warbler spot was in the
southwest part of park: West of red barn, on trail that heads west into
woods ( trail W) where it intersects with trail H. I don't think I have
ever seen so many Northern Waterthrush. Other highlights were great looks
at a Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, lots of Ovenbirds, and a beautiful Canada
Warbler.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co

*eBird list follows:*
Canada Goose (Branta canadensis)  7
Wood Duck (Aix sponsa)  14
Green Heron (Butorides virescens)  2
Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii)  1
Red-shouldered Hawk (Buteo lineatus)  1
Broad-winged Hawk (Buteo platypterus)  1
Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis)  1
Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus)  1
Ruby-throated Hummingbird (Archilochus colubris)  14 Common throughout
especially where there was jewelweed.
Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens)  5
Hairy Woodpecker (Picoides villosus)  3
Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus)  2
Pileated Woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus)  1
Olive-sided Flycatcher (Contopus cooperi)  1
Yellow-bellied Flycatcher (Empidonax flaviventris)  1
Alder Flycatcher (Empidonax alnorum)  1 re-beeer! call
Willow Flycatcher (Empidonax traillii)  2 Liquid hwit calls.
Least Flycatcher (Empidonax minimus)  1
Empidonax sp. (Empidonax sp.)  1
Great Crested Flycatcher (Myiarchus crinitus)  1
Yellow-throated Vireo (Vireo flavifrons)  1
Red-eyed Vireo (Vireo olivaceus)  6
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata)  5
American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos)  1
Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica)  5
Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus)  15
White-breasted Nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis)  4
House Wren (Troglodytes aedon)  3
Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis)  2
Veery (Catharus fuscescens)  1
Swainson's Thrush (Catharus ustulatus)  6
Catharus sp. (Catharus sp.)  5
American Robin (Turdus migratorius)  14
Gray Catbird (Dumetella carolinensis)  17
Cedar Waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum)  25
Ovenbird (Seiurus aurocapilla)  7
Northern Waterthrush (Parkesia noveboracensis)  6 Best warbler spot was
in the southwest part of park: West of red barn, on trail  that heads west
into woods ( trail W)  where it intersects with trail H.
Black-and-white Warbler (Mniotilta varia)  7
Tennessee Warbler (Oreothlypis peregrina)  1
Nashville Warbler (Oreothlypis ruficapilla)  1
Common Yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas)  1
American Redstart (Setophaga ruticilla)  14
Magnolia Warbler (Setophaga magnolia)  3
Canada Warbler (Cardellina canadensis)  1
Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina)  2
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia)  4
Swamp Sparrow (Melospiza georgiana)  1
Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis)  5
Rose-breasted Grosbeak (Pheucticus ludovicianus)  7
Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula)  2
American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis)  10


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[mou-net] Sexually ambiguous Merlin

[Alex Cruz]

All summer (since May), there has been a Merlin in residence in my neighborhood 
in Crystal where Hampshire intersects 38th Ave N. This afternoon, I saw her 
(lady Merlin based on size) zooming through the treetops giving her 
killdeer-like call. If only males give this call, I apologize in advance to 
bulky MISTER Merlin. I had never seen this bird before in this area during the 
summer months.

Hot enough for you? I mean..
Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin Co, MN

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[mou-net] Canada Warbler and other migrants at Westwood Hills Nature Center, St Louis Park, Hennepin

[Alex Cruz]

During our late afternoon respite from the rains, I stopped at Westwood
Hills Nature Center to see if the storms had stalled any migrants. I
encountered a loose flock of migrants northwest of the parking lot,
centered near the small pond crossed by arched wooden bridge. Highlight for
me was a beautiful male *Canada Warbler*--who was singing--first time I
have heard its song (FOY). Also in this flock were 5 other warbler species,
and *Least* and calling *Willow Flycatchers *(FOY). On the NW side of the
lake there was an Olive-sided Flycatcher, perched uncharacteristically
low--which made it seem gigantic to me. On the NE side of the lake there
was a *Yellow-throated Vireo* doing its rough chatter after its
self-questioning song. If you plan on doing the whole lake loop, be advised
that the northside is flooded and I needed to go barefoot to make this part
of the loop. My eBird list at end of this message.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co, MN


*Westwood Hills Nature Center, Hennepin, US-MN*
May 24, 2012 5:40 PM - 7:10 PM
3.0 mile(s)
Comments: Birding during a break in the overnight and day rains (about
2.5 overnight.
30 species (+1 other taxa)

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos)  1
Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens)  1
Hairy Woodpecker (Picoides villosus)  1
Olive-sided Flycatcher (Contopus cooperi)  1
Eastern Wood-Pewee (Contopus virens)  1
Willow Flycatcher (Empidonax traillii)  3 FOY. Calling hwit!.
Least Flycatcher (Empidonax minimus)  1
Yellow-throated Vireo (Vireo flavifrons)  2
Warbling Vireo (Vireo gilvus)  3
American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos)  2
Tree Swallow (Tachycineta bicolor)  5
Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota)  2
swallow sp. (Hirundinidae sp.)  10
Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus)  5
House Wren (Troglodytes aedon)  2
American Robin (Turdus migratorius)  5
Gray Catbird (Dumetella carolinensis)  1
Cedar Waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum)  1 Heard only.
Nashville Warbler (Oreothlypis ruficapilla)  1
Common Yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas)  5
American Redstart (Setophaga ruticilla)  1
Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia)  10
Canada Warbler (Cardellina canadensis)  1 Beautiful male foraging low
on paved trail near small pond with curved bridge--northwest of parking lot
to park. Male sang often. FOY.
Wilson's Warbler (Cardellina pusilla)  1
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia)  2
Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis)  5
Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus)  10
Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula)  3
Brown-headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater)  2
Baltimore Oriole (Icterus galbula)  6
American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis)  5


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[mou-net] Connecticut Warbler: Veteran's Park, Richfield, Hennepin Co

[Alex Cruz]

Thanks to Scott Meyer's direction, I am listening and seeing a male Connecticut 
Warbler now at 830-845. Bird actively singing but tends to be eye-level and 
above.

On east side of lake. On middle trail that is south of where biking trail 
intersects foot path. Landmark on this trail: Seen near large forked cottonwood 
with cut large trunk positioned between the fork. 

Also saw: YbFl, TeWa, CsWa, BlWa, MagWa, NoPa, AmRe, WiWa, CoYe.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz Jr
Ramsey Co


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[mou-net] Murphy-Hanrehan, Scott Co: migrants and summer residents

[Alex Cruz]

Birded Murphy-Hanrehan this morning (5/15) with Matthew Bribitzer-Stull.
Saw about 60 species of birds including 11 species of warblers--*no
Hooded*--but
great looks at male Blackburnian, Blue-winged, and was able to sketch a
very vocal male Cerulean (
http://www.flickr.com/photos/alexcruzjr/7206050578/). The Cerulean was seen
near the Blaylock Circle and Sunset Lake Rd intersection. No waves of
warblers but consistent activity all day. Lots of Scarlet Tanagers and
Swainson's Thrushes in area as well.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co


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[mou-net] Some cool birds at Veteran's Park, Richfield, Hennepin Co, MN

[Alex Cruz]

Stopped by Veteran's Park in Richfield this morning before work (7
AM). I birded the eastern side which is accessed from E 66th Street
and 11th Ave S. Birds were hard to find as they seemed to be calling
from treetops, but here are some highlights:

Ruby-throated Hummingbird: FOY
Olive-sided Flycatcher: FOY
Gray-cheeked Thrush: on calling individual, frustratingly secretive,
but I saw twice
Magnolia Warbler: 1 singing beautiful male
Golden-winged Warlber: 1 muted female acting like a chickadee. FOY

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co


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[mou-net] Warblers and vireos: French Regional Park, Hennepin Co

[Alex Cruz]

Attempted a local big warbler day but had to stick close to home because of
pooches so spend the day at French Regional Park, Hennepin County. It was
kind of like birding in Disney World with all the people but the birds
didn't seem to mind. Managed over 50 species even with my late start (10:00
am)! I had to do a lot of hiking to wring out these birds--every other
woodland bird seemed to be an angry Blue-gray Gnatcatcher. Most birdy area
was where Medicine, Challenge, and Skyline trails meet in SW part of park.
Here are the highlights:

7 warbler species (listed from commonest to least common)

   1. American Redstart
   2. Yellow Warbler
   3. Chestnut-sided Warbler
   4. Common Yellowthroat
   5. Tennessee
   6. Magnolia Warbler
   7. Yellow-rumped Warbler

4 warbler species (listed from commonest to least common)

   1. Warbling Vireo
   2. Red-eyed Vireo
   3. Philadelphia Vireo
   4. Yellow-throated Vireo

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Hennepin and Ramsey Counties


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[mou-net] Shorebirds and Forster's Terns: Wirth Lake Volleyball Pond, Golden Valley, Hennepin County

[Alex Cruz]

There was a nice selection of very approachable shorebirds at the Wirth
Lake Volleyball Pond in Golden Valley (on Glenwood Ave, east of Theodore
Wirth Parkway).
May 12, 2012 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

*Highlights: *

   1. Killdeer (Charadrius vociferus)  2
   2. Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius)  1
   3. Solitary Sandpiper (Tringa solitaria)  3
   4. Least Sandpiper (Calidris minutilla)  12
   5. Forster's Tern (Sterna forsteri)  6. Flew over pond just west of
   volleyball courts Tight flock, bright white underneath, dark line on inside
   of primaries otherwise pale underwings, backs pale gray, no dark on
   primaries from above. Lost sight as they headed to NE. FOY.

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey and Hennepin Counties, MN


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[mou-net] White-winged and Surf Scoter, Greater Scaup, and Willet; Park Point (Superior Bay side), Duluth

[Alex Cruz]

Scott Meyer and I are having a grand water bird day at Park Point (Superior 
Bay). Among the butt loads o' scaup are:
White-winged Scoter (8, including at least 6 ad male)
Surf Scoter (1 ad male)
Willet (1): on mudflat in little cove 
Greater Scaup: a few that we are sure of

Other cool birds are Eared, Horned, and Red-necked Grebes, Common Terns, and 
Spotted Sandpiper. 

Off to the woods after lunch!

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
St Paul, Mn

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[mou-net] Long-tailed Duck female, Moose Lake Sewage Lagoons, Carlton Co, MN

[Alex Cruz]

At 5:30 pm on Sun, May 6, Scott Meyer and I found this female Long-tailed Duck. 
Seen with Lesser Scaup on medium-sized sewage lagoon. Have 1 lousy digiscope. 
Female transitioniing into breeding plumage with white around eye and cheek on 
dark brown head continuing to back. Sides were whitish but hard to see 
sometimes since it had low profile in water--this low profile very apparent 
compared to Lesser Scaup. 

Looking up,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co, Mn

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Re: [mou-net] Inquiry (no sightings)

[Alex Cruz]

Good question!

I know the main reason I don't post as often is because I don't
receive my own messages via MOU listserve when I send an email message
to it. I am an MOU member. I receive all MOU listserve posts UNLESS
they are initiated by me. I've asked about this before but it's never
been 'fixed'. I have heard of others that have the same issue.

In other words, I am less likely to post because I am not sure my
posts are going through--because I don't see them. I only know a post
went through when and if I get feedback from others. Like a friend
saying, Hey, there were 5 misspellings in your MOU posting about the
'oroile.'

I enjoy and benefit from the listserve and that’s why I keep posting,
even though I fear sometimes I have been black(phoebe)listed.

If I see this posting in MOU--I will let you know,
Alex Cruz
Ramsey Co, MN

On 4/2/12, Al Schirmacher alschirmac...@live.com wrote:
 I subscribe both to MOU  Wisbirdn (former birding home, prior to 2004).

 I wonder why there are substantially less posts on MOU?

 Don't hear me wrongly, this is not a criticism, more is not necessarily
 better.

 At one point I was informed that friendliness  criticism was an issue - but
 over the years, having engaged with many members, and having served on the
 board, find this is perception more than reality.

 Is it scope of topic?  More members?  More newcomers?  History of rarity 
 scientific inquiry, rather than sharing normal observations?

 Either way, enjoy  am thankful for both.

 Al Schirmacher
 Princeton, MN

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Re: [mou-net] Inquiry (no sightings)

[Alex Cruz]

Not sure, I am getting emails from others with the same issue, and
they are so far coming from at least 3 different domains--but at least
I know that my email went through. Good idea about the bcc'ing.

On 4/2/12, Jim Ryan muchmore...@gmail.com wrote:
 Alex et. al,
 I believe the reason you do not get your own posts is because you are
 originating them from a gmail address.  I too use gmail and bcc myself when
 I post now, otherwise I don't get mine either.

 Years ago, I used a Hotmail edress and would always receive a copy of my
 post without the bcc..

 The tech folks behind the curtain can verify or nullify my thesis here, but
 I think that's why you don't get your own posts.


 --
 Sincerely,

 Jim Ryan
 Saint Paul's Westside
 
 One of the first conditions of happiness is that the link between Man and
 Nature shall not be broken. -* Leo Tolstoy*

 A well governed appetite is the greater part of liberty. - *Lucius Annaeus
 Seneca*
 

 On Mon, Apr 2, 2012 at 9:07 AM, Alex Cruz alexcru...@gmail.com wrote:

 Good question!

 I know the main reason I don't post as often is because I don't
 receive my own messages via MOU listserve when I send an email message
 to it. I am an MOU member. I receive all MOU listserve posts UNLESS
 they are initiated by me. I've asked about this before but it's never
 been 'fixed'. I have heard of others that have the same issue.

 In other words, I am less likely to post because I am not sure my
 posts are going through--because I don't see them. I only know a post
 went through when and if I get feedback from others. Like a friend
 saying, Hey, there were 5 misspellings in your MOU posting about the
 'oroile.'

 I enjoy and benefit from the listserve and that’s why I keep posting,
 even though I fear sometimes I have been black(phoebe)listed.

 If I see this posting in MOU--I will let you know,
 Alex Cruz
 Ramsey Co, MN

 On 4/2/12, Al Schirmacher alschirmac...@live.com wrote:
  I subscribe both to MOU  Wisbirdn (former birding home, prior to 2004).
 
  I wonder why there are substantially less posts on MOU?
 
  Don't hear me wrongly, this is not a criticism, more is not necessarily
  better.
 
  At one point I was informed that friendliness  criticism was an issue -
 but
  over the years, having engaged with many members, and having served on
 the
  board, find this is perception more than reality.
 
  Is it scope of topic?  More members?  More newcomers?  History of rarity
 
  scientific inquiry, rather than sharing normal observations?
 
  Either way, enjoy  am thankful for both.
 
  Al Schirmacher
  Princeton, MN
 
  Sent from my iPhone
  
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