[mou-net] Pine siskin mortality

A friend of mine lives near Hinckley and has found several pine siskins dead in her yard. There is no visible sign of injury and she is wondering if there might be some reason - like maybe weather-related - to cause this. Thanks for any thoughts. Susan Tertell Minneapolis General

Re: [mou-net] Interesting robin behavior

>From the original post, it doesn't seem as though ants are involved. Could the fumes from the wood chips serve the same purpose? Susan On Fri, Jul 3, 2020 at 10:23 PM John Clouse < 0249d7b7d4a1-dmarc-requ...@lists.umn.edu> wrote: > It’s “anting.” > > John > > > On Jul 3, 2020, at 1:49 PM,

[mou-net] Dearth of yellow-rumped warblers this year

I have only seen a handful, and most years I see dozens just on the street in front of my house eating seeds. Did I just miss them somehow? Has anyone else noticed this? Susan Tertell Minneapolis Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

Re: [mou-net] This IS about birds

Thanks very much, Jim. I have never before wanted to get a tattoo, and now I am considering what bird it will be. There are a few candidates! Susan On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:24 AM Lost Creek wrote: > Excellent vid. > Thanks for sharing. > Always interesting to hear how ppl got into birding,

[mou-net] A great new book for those interested in birding in South Dakota

this guide to our neighboring state in your collection. It is available from the South Dakota Ornithologists' Union website, sdou.org. Susan Tertell Minneapolis, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] common nighthawks - Minneapolis

I was in my yard and happened to look up and a group of at least 20 nighthawks was going overhead. One called, otherwise I would have missed them altogether. South Minneapolis near the Lake Street bridge, about 3 p.m. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa

[mou-net] FOY chimney swifts - Minneapolis Uptown

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[mou-net] Ramsey County, St. Paul sora

This morning I was astonished to see a sora at the Menard's in St. Paul. It was in the outdoor nursery and just walking around pretty calmly looking for things to eat. It has to be my most unusual spotting! Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net

Re: [mou-net] Robins

There are a lot of hackberries and crabapples in my neighborhood, so the robins have been hanging around all winter. I have a heated birdbath, and the last couple of weeks it has just been flooded with robins - one time I counted 19 in and near the birdbath, and more in nearby trees. The only

[mou-net] Question about fledgling barn swallows

of the impending storms. This seems very unusual. Has anyone run into this behavior with barn swallows or any other species? I have done some cursory searching online and find nothing about this, and it seems very interesting. Thanks. Susan Tertell Minneapolis Join or Leave mou-net: http

Re: [mou-net] Yellow-rumped warbler Hastings area

I saw several yellow-rumps yesterday at Coon Rapids Dam on the west side of the river. Susan Tertell Hennepin County On Fri, Apr 13, 2018 at 8:08 AM, ML Marchand <loumlo...@gmail.com> wrote: > A yellow rump here in Bemidji showed up about 10 days ago and is still > eating suet,

[mou-net] yellow-rumped warblers, south Minneapolis

, and fortunately, they seem to be pretty nimble at flying out of the way when a car comes. Susan Tertell South Minneapolis, near Lake Street bridge Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Chimney swifts in St. Paul and Minneapolis

May 3rd in St. Paul in the Selby-Dale area, May 4th in Minneapolis in Uptown. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

Re: [mou-net] Black-necked Stilts-NESTING

, but there is nothing to indicate that they survived. Susan Tertell Minneapolis On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 10:53 AM, Derek Bakken spottedtow...@gmail.comwrote: Awesome news! Really cool that the people working for the city are excited and are willing to go out of their way to help. Some days

[mou-net] Tiffany Bottoms NWA, Sept. 8th trip sponsored by Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

There are still openings available for this trip in Tiffany Bottoms NWA, Sunday, September 8, 2013, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. For more information, please contact me or see the chapter website at www.audubonchapterofminneapolis.org. Susan Tertell Field Trip chair Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

[mou-net] Bell Museum's 2013 Duke Lecture: Thor Hanson, author of Feathers

://www.raptor.cvm.umn.edu/NewsandEvents/DukeLecture/home.html Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Raptor Center's 2013 Duke Lecture: Thor Hanson, author of Feathers

Sorry, I need to clarify that the event is hosted by the Raptor Center, but will be held at the Bell Museum. On Wed, Aug 21, 2013 at 9:31 AM, Susan Tertell stert...@gmail.com wrote: This event is free and open to the public, but reservations are required. It will be on Thursday, October 10

[mou-net] spring birding in North Carolina?

A friend of mine is in NC right now, checking out places for a birding trip for spring migration next year. If anyone has suggestions for good places, it would be appreciated. Thanks. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] State bird improvements: Replace cardinals and robins with warblers and hawks. - Slate Magazine

improvements_replace_cardinals_and_robins_with_warblers_and_hawks.html Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] foy nighthawk, Minneapolis, Hennepin County

It is always fun to hear the first nighthawk. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Lake Nokomis, Minneapolis: golden-winged warbler

a really good look at it. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Cancellation of Tiffany Bottoms May 5th trip

Due to trail flooding, the trip for this coming Sunday has been cancelled. We will plan another trip in September. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Trips to Tiffany Bottoms NWA

information, see the chapter's website at audubonchapterofminneapolis.org, or e-mail audubonminneapo...@gmail.com. Susan Tertell Field Trip Chair Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Raptor Center's annual Duke Lecture

Mark your calendars for the Raptor Center's annual Duke Lecture *Friday, October 12* *4:00pm 215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center St Paul campus, University of Minnesot**a* We are very excited that *Dr. Scott Lanyon, *Head of the University of Minnesota’s Department of Ecology, Evolution

[mou-net] Birding trips to South Texas

-tropics-rio-grande-valley-winter-break/ Susan Tertell Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

Re: [mou-net] Seward Eagles Nest

Yes, the nest is fine. I just walked by 15 minutes ago, and one of the adults was standing next to the nest. Not sure what the current status of the eaglets is - one of them was out of the nest on Monday; I haven't seen or heard anything since then. Susan On Thu, Jul 5, 2012 at 12:32 PM, peter

[mou-net] ACM program Tuesday, May 1 with Carrol Henderson

, click herehttp://audubonchapterofminneapolis.org/programs/ . Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] birding apps

I am attaching a link to a WSJ article on birding apps. It might be of interest because of the recent discussion. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702303299604577327750642033814.html?KEYWORDS=Booby Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou

[mou-net] Mistake on speaker for tonight's ACM meeting

adventures in their 25 years of married life The meeting is from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Tuesday, March 6, program meeting for Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

Erickson’s education Eastern Screech-Owl, will be there so you can see one owl up close and personal. The meeting will be from 7:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue. For directions, follow this linkhttp://www.bethelsynagogue.org/about/directions/ . The meeting is free and open to the public. Susan

[mou-net] Tuesday, Feb. 7th, program meeting for Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

. The program is free and everyone is welcome. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Stan Tekiela speaking at Nov. 8th meeting of Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

to the synagogue can be found on their website, www.bethelsynagogue.org/about/directions. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Pacific Northwest birding trip, Jan. 29 to Feb. 3, 2012 - Spots still available

species to your life list, this is a good opportunity. Cost is $1,290 per person, $300 single supplement. It will be a small group, led by an expert guide, Henry Fuller. Registration will close November 20th, please go to http://www.pibird.com/PacNorthwest-2010-1.html for more information. Susan

[mou-net] Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis October 4 meeting

. For directions, go to the Beth El website at www.bethelsynagogue.org/about/directions. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis sponsoring Pacific Northwest trip in January

Here is a link to the information for anyone who might be interested. http://pibirding.wordpress.com/2011/09/22/winter-birds-of-the-pacific-northwest/ Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] two-way radios

The recent discussion reminded me that I have 2 two-way radios that I bought for a birding trip and have only used once. If anyone can make use of them, let me know, and I would be glad to send them. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net

Re: [mou-net] two-way radios

Thanks, everyone. I have a taker. Susan On Tue, Sep 20, 2011 at 12:28 PM, Susan Tertell stert...@gmail.com wrote: The recent discussion reminded me that I have 2 two-way radios that I bought for a birding trip and have only used once. If anyone can make use of them, let me know, and I

[mou-net] Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis meeting September 6, 2011

for an interesting evening. For directions to Beth El Synagogue, go to www.bethelsynagogue.org/about/directions/ There will also be a drawing for 2 door prizes: a membership to Audubon, and an autographed copy of the *Crossley I.D. Guide* by Richard Crossley. Susan Tertell Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

[mou-net] May 3, 2011 meeting of Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

everyday adventures and an open conversation about the birds in your back yard and beyond.” Please join us from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Mayflower Church for an interesting presentation. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

Re: [mou-net] Good news about Roberts Bird Sanctuary

Kit, you have done magnificent work on this. Congratulations. On Tue, Apr 26, 2011 at 11:55 AM, Kit Healy heal0...@umn.edu wrote: Good news about Roberts Bird Sanctuary: At its April 25 meeting, the CAC voted to remove the two sites next to the Sanctuary from consideration as a potential

[mou-net] Old Cedar Avenue Bridge/Bass Ponds

vultures bald eagle red-tailed hawk and of course, the ring-billed gulls Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis meeting, Tuesday, April 5th 7:00 p.m.

was in the New York Times and also features an exclusive slide show of his photos of Indian birds at New York Times interviewhttp://travel.nytimes.com/2011/01/16/travel/16India.html?ref=travel . Please join us for interesting evening. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http

[mou-net] Richard Crossley speaking Tuesday, March 8th 7:00 p.m. at Brookdale Library

Reminder: The Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis March monthly meeting is featuring Richard Crossley, author of a new bird identification guide. For more information, go to www.audubonchapterofminneapolis.org/programs. Susan Tertell Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa

[mou-net] March 8th meeting with Richard Crossley at Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis meeting, 7:00 p.m.

. Susan Tertell Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Stan Tekiela will speak Tuesday, Feb. 1, at Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis meeting

This talk will be based on Stan's book Majestic Eagles. Stan always says that it’s hard to take a bad picture of the Bald Eagle and in this presentation you will see what he means. These birds are not only our national symbol but they are amazing subjects to photograph. Filled with hundreds of

[mou-net] Christmas Bird Count, Springbrook Nature Center, Dec. 18th 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis will participate in National Audubon Society's 111th Annual Christmas Bird Count. There were 2,160 Christmas Bird Counts conducted in 2009 with a total of 55,960,667 birds counted. Be a part of the largest Citizen's Science Project. Newcomers are MOST welcome

[mou-net] Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis - program tonight, Sept. 7th

a restoration and management plan for Roberts. The evening will begin with a discussion of the history of Roberts, followed by a discussion of the envisioned management plan and public input on the vision for Roberts. The Mayflower Church is at 106 E. Diamond Lake Road. Refreshments will be served. Susan

Re: [mou-net] night hawk behavior

I have seen that before - my guess is that it is not that uncommon but that since they are not calling they just aren't noticed as much. Susan Tertell On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 10:56 AM, Victor Lewis azvegas...@gmail.com wrote: hi birders, My resident night hawk is flying around during the midle

[mou-net] Hennepin County - Minneapolis - nighthawk

Saw and heard my foy nighthawk tonight walking the dog - near the Mississippi R. just north of Lake St. First one last year was 8 days later - May 29. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sunday, May 23 field trip to Tiffany Bottoms, WI

The Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis is sponsoring a field trip to Tiffany Bottoms. It will feature a 5 hour train trip through the area, with a one hour stop to eat our bag lunches. The cost is $5, and there are 5 spaces left on the train. If you are interested, please e-mail Susan Tertell

[mou-net] Stan Tekiela (Capivating Bluebirds) speaking Tuesday, April 6th, 7:00 p.m. at Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis meeting

Stan Tekiela, Author of “Birds of Minnesota”, “Captivating Bluebirds”, and many more Naturalist, wildlife photographer and writer Stan Tekiela is the originator of the popular state-specific field guides such as Birds of (state name) Field Guide, Wildflowers of (state name), and Trees of (state

[mou-net] Kim Eckert speaking at March meeting of Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

*March 2, 2010, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Mayflower Church* ** *Kim Eckert,* with over 45 years of birding experience throughout the U.S. and Canada, has now been guiding birders or teaching bird identification classes for more than 30 of those years. Since the 1980s, he has led tours to places

[mou-net] Kim Eckerts speaking at Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis meeting, March 2, 7:00 to 9:00

*March 2, 2010, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Mayflower Church* ** *Kim Eckert,* with over 45 years of birding experience throughout the U.S. and Canada, has now been guiding birders or teaching bird identification classes for more than 30 of those years. Since the 1980s, he has led tours to places

[mou-net] Tour of Bell Museum's Ornithology Lab, today, Jan 27th at 6:00 and Tuesday, Feb. 9th at 6:00

, so for further information or to sign up for a tour please call or e- mail either Jerry Bahls, 763-572-2333, job...@comcast.net, or Susan Tertell, 612-729- 1566, stert...@gmail.com. Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives:http://lists.umn.edu/archives

[mou-net] Tour of Bell Museum's Ornithology Lab, today, Jan 27th at 6:00 and Tuesday, Feb. 9th at 6:00

Sorry, the correct date for the tour is today, Wednesday, Jan. 27th at 6:00. Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives:http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] February meeting of Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

On Tuesday, February 2nd, Arnie Frederickson will be presenting a talk on big waterbirds - including sandhill cranes, tundra and trumpeter swans, snow geese, and white pelicans. The meeting is 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Mayflower Church at 109 East Diamond Lake Rd. For more information on

[mou-net] February 2 meeting of Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis

On Tuesday, February 2nd, Arnie Frederickson will be presenting a talk on big waterbirds - including sandhill cranes, tundra and trumpeter swans, snow geese, and white pelicans. The meeting is 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Mayflower Church at 109 East Diamond Lake Rd. For more information