Re: [cayugabirds-l] Least Bitterns at Catharine Creek Marsh

2014-07-20 Thread John and Sue Gregoire
Thanks for the report Matt. nesting Least and American Bitterns are two of the specialties at Queen Catharine Marsh with at least 4 pair of the former and three of the latter breeding. They've been there since the IBA was granted many years back. The lack of waterbirds is somewhat surprising

[cayugabirds-l] Least Bitterns at Catharine Creek Marsh

2014-07-19 Thread Matthew Medler
Hi All, In the I can't believe I've never been there category, I visited Catharine Marsh in Watkins Glen for the first time today (19 July 2014). It's a beautiful marsh, and despite the late date and hour, my visit was quite productive. I birded from Rock Cabin Road, along the eastern edge of