[nysbirds-l] John Connors' first "Big Day'
It's May, the month of the "Bib Day", and John C. had one today! He and I spent most of morning, first at the Rocky Point D/E/C property, and then, en-route home, a fast stop at The Nature Conservancy Property in Wading River (formally the old Kemp property). John is a neighbor, a friend, and a novice birder, who was able to use some of the presents he asked for this past Christmas- his new binoculars and field guide were really "broken in", as we investigated all the sounds and movements that surrounded us. John was quite thrilled as he saw, and/or heard the following species for the first time: Red-shouldered Hawk; Red-bellied Woodpecker; Red-eyed Vireo; E. Bluebird (female entering nest-box); Yellow Warbler; Yellow-rumped W.; Black & White W.; Ovenbird; Scarlet Tanager; E. Towhee; Baltimore Oriole and Orchard O. 2 birds that John did not get on were my FOS Brown Thrasher & Rose-breasted Grosbeak. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] White Ibis - CORRECTION!
A correction to the directions in my earlier post - the road to the model airplane field and the wet area where the White Ibis is usually found at Great Kills Park is on the RIGHT side of the main road as you drive in, not the left. Note to self: do not write detailed posts late in the day when you got up at 3:45 am that morning and have been going all day! Joe DiCostanzo -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Rough-winged Swallows, Osprey with fish - Riverhead
I visited EPCAL on my way home and was disappointed in the lack of birds. A little walking turned up the following: Brown Thrasher, Kestrels, Eastern Meadowlark, Eastern Kingbird, Prairie Warbler (heard), Turkey and some Barn Swallows. As I continued home to Flanders, I stopped at the small canoe launch / fishing area located across the street from Snowflake Ice Cream on Main St. in Riverhead (also known as the road leading to the LIPA substation). I was there no more than a minute when an Osprey flew from the eastern portion of the river (which was wells screened) with a freshly caught fish (I believe a herring). It saw me and made a U-turn and headed back toward the east. Fortunately I had my camera in hand. Other birds seen and photographed in this spot were: Yellow-rumped Warblers (they were plentiful), Baltimore Orioles (all males), Yellow Warbler, Grey Catbird, Great Egret, Northern Rough-winged Swallows, Eastern Kingbird and a Pine Warbler was seen but not photographed. For photos check out this blog post: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/05/birds-along-peconic-river.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] White Ibis and other birds at Great Kills Park, Staten Island, NYC
Sean Sime and I went to Great Kills Park on Staten Island yesterday afternoon (May 5) and today at first light (May 6) to look for the previously reported adult White Ibis. As was reported earlier we saw the White Ibis fly in a 5:55 am this morning. Specifically, as you drive into Great Kills Park along the main road about a quarter of a mile in you pass the closed off road to the model airplane flying area on your left. Beyond that, also on the left you come to a recently burned area with some open patches of water. This is where the Ibis has been seen. If you get to the ranger station you have gone too far. We were told that someone saw the ibis fly out yesterday at about 5:00 pm. In our time spent waiting for the Ibis to appear we did have some other birds of interest. Highlights included: Snow Goose (2 yesterday on the far edge of the large area on the opposite side of the road) Wood Duck (male this morning, flying into the open water area) Hooded Merganser (female this morning in open water area) Common Loons (several flyovers this morning) Little Blue Heron (adult flyover this morning) Great and Snowy Egrets, (Black-crowned Night-Herons, Glossy Ibis (both days) Bald Eagle (subadult with mostly white head yesterday, flying low over main road) American Woodcock (at least half a dozen calling in this morning’s twilight) Fish Crow (many, both days) Tree, Northern Rough-winged and Barn Swallows (both days) Carolina Wren (this morning) Yellow and Black-throated Blue Warblers (this morning) Savannah Sparrow (this morning) Boat-tailed Grackle (both days) Good luck if you try for the White Ibis. It requires patience and luck. This morning it was only visible for about ten minutes or less after it flew in before it diappeared behind the abundant vegetation. Joe DiCostanzo -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Bashakill WMA and Linear Park Sullivan County
Since there are a number of field trips taking place in the area over the weekend, I thought I would update folks on what is being seen. Today I had 16 species of warbler between the two above locations. This was not exceptional, but I missed a number of birds that were reported by others. An additional six species were reported. The highlights of the day for Arlene Borko and I were a male CAPE MAY WARBLER at the Nature Trail Bashakill and ORCHARD ORIOLES at at least three locations in the valley (Nature Trail, Orchard, Linear Park). All of the breeding species of marsh birds are already on territory. Common Moorhen is exactly that. American Bittern is easily found on Haven Road and fortunately, a few Pied-billed Grebes are around and starting breeding behavior after several years absence due to flooding. Hope you all have a birdy weekend. John Haas -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Collared-Dove - 5/5 in East Marion
While traveling to a conference yesterday, I observed an Eurasian Collared-Dove on Rt 25 in East Marion at around 4pm between Dam Pond and Island End Golf and Country Club. At the time, I was unaware of its rarity in the state so I did not specifically note the precise location of the sighting. However, it was on the south-east side of the road when I viewed it both perched and in flight. While perched I did make note of its collar, lighter color, and typical structural and size differences as compared to Mourning Dove. In flight, the underside of the retrices was lighter in color with extensive contrasting black at the base (eliminating Ringed Turtle Dove?). The tail was spread and did not form the "diamond" one would expect with Mourning Dove. I now realize I probably should have photographed it for documentation purposes. Sorry that I cannot provide a more precise location!!! If I travel back that way on my way home I'll be sure to search for it and provide any updates. Lauren Kras Newmarket, NH Currently: Port Jefferson, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] no birds but Nymphalid at my oriole feeder
Well I haven't gotten any birds at my fruit feeder yet, but amazingly did get a fresh Question Mark who is still there. That's the first butterfly I've ever had at a feeder whether intentionally or unintentionally. Pretty cool, hope more come. I do hope the oriole and catbirds don't pick it off though. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Fax: 914-771-8036 -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] CORA. 5/6/11. Montgomery, NY
1Common Raven, dumpster diving like a fish crow. :) I took a photo. Dan Furbish. peterbilt.birder@yahoo,com Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] BLVU. 5/6/11.
1 Black Vulture, seen this morning, 5/6/11 at 0740 am. On the southern end/start to the Tappen Zee bridge!Dan Furbish. peterbilt.bir...@yahoo.com Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] BLVU. 5/6/11.
1 Black Vulture, seen this morning, 5/6/11 at 0740 am. On the southern end/start to the Tappen Zee bridge!Dan Furbish. peterbilt.bir...@yahoo.com Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] CORA. 5/6/11. Montgomery, NY
1Common Raven, dumpster diving like a fish crow. :) I took a photo. Dan Furbish. peterbilt.birder@yahoo,com Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] no birds but Nymphalid at my oriole feeder
Well I haven't gotten any birds at my fruit feeder yet, but amazingly did get a fresh Question Mark who is still there. That's the first butterfly I've ever had at a feeder whether intentionally or unintentionally. Pretty cool, hope more come. I do hope the oriole and catbirds don't pick it off though. Andrew Andrew v. F. Block Consulting Naturalist/Wildlife Biologist 37 Tanglewylde Avenue Bronxville, Westchester Co., New York 10708-3131 Phone: 914-337-1229; Fax: 914-771-8036 -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Collared-Dove - 5/5 in East Marion
While traveling to a conference yesterday, I observed an Eurasian Collared-Dove on Rt 25 in East Marion at around 4pm between Dam Pond and Island End Golf and Country Club. At the time, I was unaware of its rarity in the state so I did not specifically note the precise location of the sighting. However, it was on the south-east side of the road when I viewed it both perched and in flight. While perched I did make note of its collar, lighter color, and typical structural and size differences as compared to Mourning Dove. In flight, the underside of the retrices was lighter in color with extensive contrasting black at the base (eliminating Ringed Turtle Dove?). The tail was spread and did not form the diamond one would expect with Mourning Dove. I now realize I probably should have photographed it for documentation purposes. Sorry that I cannot provide a more precise location!!! If I travel back that way on my way home I'll be sure to search for it and provide any updates. Lauren Kras Newmarket, NH Currently: Port Jefferson, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Bashakill WMA and Linear Park Sullivan County
Since there are a number of field trips taking place in the area over the weekend, I thought I would update folks on what is being seen. Today I had 16 species of warbler between the two above locations. This was not exceptional, but I missed a number of birds that were reported by others. An additional six species were reported. The highlights of the day for Arlene Borko and I were a male CAPE MAY WARBLER at the Nature Trail Bashakill and ORCHARD ORIOLES at at least three locations in the valley (Nature Trail, Orchard, Linear Park). All of the breeding species of marsh birds are already on territory. Common Moorhen is exactly that. American Bittern is easily found on Haven Road and fortunately, a few Pied-billed Grebes are around and starting breeding behavior after several years absence due to flooding. Hope you all have a birdy weekend. John Haas -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] White Ibis and other birds at Great Kills Park, Staten Island, NYC
Sean Sime and I went to Great Kills Park on Staten Island yesterday afternoon (May 5) and today at first light (May 6) to look for the previously reported adult White Ibis. As was reported earlier we saw the White Ibis fly in a 5:55 am this morning. Specifically, as you drive into Great Kills Park along the main road about a quarter of a mile in you pass the closed off road to the model airplane flying area on your left. Beyond that, also on the left you come to a recently burned area with some open patches of water. This is where the Ibis has been seen. If you get to the ranger station you have gone too far. We were told that someone saw the ibis fly out yesterday at about 5:00 pm. In our time spent waiting for the Ibis to appear we did have some other birds of interest. Highlights included: Snow Goose (2 yesterday on the far edge of the large area on the opposite side of the road) Wood Duck (male this morning, flying into the open water area) Hooded Merganser (female this morning in open water area) Common Loons (several flyovers this morning) Little Blue Heron (adult flyover this morning) Great and Snowy Egrets, (Black-crowned Night-Herons, Glossy Ibis (both days) Bald Eagle (subadult with mostly white head yesterday, flying low over main road) American Woodcock (at least half a dozen calling in this morning’s twilight) Fish Crow (many, both days) Tree, Northern Rough-winged and Barn Swallows (both days) Carolina Wren (this morning) Yellow and Black-throated Blue Warblers (this morning) Savannah Sparrow (this morning) Boat-tailed Grackle (both days) Good luck if you try for the White Ibis. It requires patience and luck. This morning it was only visible for about ten minutes or less after it flew in before it diappeared behind the abundant vegetation. Joe DiCostanzo -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Rough-winged Swallows, Osprey with fish - Riverhead
I visited EPCAL on my way home and was disappointed in the lack of birds. A little walking turned up the following: Brown Thrasher, Kestrels, Eastern Meadowlark, Eastern Kingbird, Prairie Warbler (heard), Turkey and some Barn Swallows. As I continued home to Flanders, I stopped at the small canoe launch / fishing area located across the street from Snowflake Ice Cream on Main St. in Riverhead (also known as the road leading to the LIPA substation). I was there no more than a minute when an Osprey flew from the eastern portion of the river (which was wells screened) with a freshly caught fish (I believe a herring). It saw me and made a U-turn and headed back toward the east. Fortunately I had my camera in hand. Other birds seen and photographed in this spot were: Yellow-rumped Warblers (they were plentiful), Baltimore Orioles (all males), Yellow Warbler, Grey Catbird, Great Egret, Northern Rough-winged Swallows, Eastern Kingbird and a Pine Warbler was seen but not photographed. For photos check out this blog post: http://birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com/2011/05/birds-along-peconic-river.html -- - Luke Ormand, Flanders www.birdsoflongisland.blogspot.com www.wildlongisland.blogspot.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] White Ibis - CORRECTION!
A correction to the directions in my earlier post - the road to the model airplane field and the wet area where the White Ibis is usually found at Great Kills Park is on the RIGHT side of the main road as you drive in, not the left. Note to self: do not write detailed posts late in the day when you got up at 3:45 am that morning and have been going all day! Joe DiCostanzo -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] John Connors' first Big Day'
It's May, the month of the Bib Day, and John C. had one today! He and I spent most of morning, first at the Rocky Point D/E/C property, and then, en-route home, a fast stop at The Nature Conservancy Property in Wading River (formally the old Kemp property). John is a neighbor, a friend, and a novice birder, who was able to use some of the presents he asked for this past Christmas- his new binoculars and field guide were really broken in, as we investigated all the sounds and movements that surrounded us. John was quite thrilled as he saw, and/or heard the following species for the first time: Red-shouldered Hawk; Red-bellied Woodpecker; Red-eyed Vireo; E. Bluebird (female entering nest-box); Yellow Warbler; Yellow-rumped W.; Black White W.; Ovenbird; Scarlet Tanager; E. Towhee; Baltimore Oriole and Orchard O. 2 birds that John did not get on were my FOS Brown Thrasher Rose-breasted Grosbeak. Cheers, Bob -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
