[nysbirds-l] Queens CBC Preliminary Results

2014-12-14 Thread Corey Finger
Queens also had our count today in the balmy weather and managed 122 species, 2 off our all-time high. More importantly, we smashed our participation record, with 54 or so participants. Highlights included Bald Eagle, Wilson's Warbler, 3 Eastern Phoebe, 3 Pine Warbler, Orange-crowned Warbler,

[nysbirds-l] Captree CBC Preliminary Results

2014-12-14 Thread Shaibal Mitra
The Captree CBC enjoyed good coverage and mild weather today and tallied 123 species (unofficial) in southwestern Suffolk County. Highlights, defined as species detected on fewer than 50% of years, included 1 Barnacle Goose, 2 Eurasian Wigeon, 1 Barrow's Goldeneye*, 1 Great Egret, 2 Bald

[nysbirds-l] Hooded Warbler in eastern Suffolk County, NY

2014-12-14 Thread Richard Guthrie
I just received an email with a* photo *of a male HOODED WARBLER said to be in "eastern Suffolk County in December" I've asked for more details and will provide whatever I get and which is shareable. -- Richard Guthrie New Baltimore -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Pelham Bay Park, Hunter Island Waterfowl

2014-12-14 Thread Jack Rothman
A huge raft of mostly Greater Scaup are between Hunter and Twin Islands in Pelham Bay Park. There are actually three rafts, one off Orchard Beach and two more between the islands. The rafts continuously merge and separate. I’m guessing there are approximately 2000 Scaup, quite a sight as they

[nysbirds-l] Looking for Screech Owls

2014-12-14 Thread Jonathan Green
I've seen reports of Screech Owls at Massapequa Preserve, specifically on Walker Street and was just wondering if anyone had any helpful hints on finding one there, or if you just kind of hope for the best and look very carefully. Thanks and good birding! Jonathan Green -- NYSbirds-L List

[nysbirds-l] Looking for Screech Owls

2014-12-14 Thread Jonathan Green
I've seen reports of Screech Owls at Massapequa Preserve, specifically on Walker Street and was just wondering if anyone had any helpful hints on finding one there, or if you just kind of hope for the best and look very carefully. Thanks and good birding! Jonathan Green -- NYSbirds-L List

[nysbirds-l] Pelham Bay Park, Hunter Island Waterfowl

2014-12-14 Thread Jack Rothman
A huge raft of mostly Greater Scaup are between Hunter and Twin Islands in Pelham Bay Park. There are actually three rafts, one off Orchard Beach and two more between the islands. The rafts continuously merge and separate. I’m guessing there are approximately 2000 Scaup, quite a sight as they

[nysbirds-l] Hooded Warbler in eastern Suffolk County, NY

2014-12-14 Thread Richard Guthrie
I just received an email with a* photo *of a male HOODED WARBLER said to be in eastern Suffolk County in December I've asked for more details and will provide whatever I get and which is shareable. -- Richard Guthrie New Baltimore -- NYSbirds-L List Info:

[nysbirds-l] Captree CBC Preliminary Results

2014-12-14 Thread Shaibal Mitra
The Captree CBC enjoyed good coverage and mild weather today and tallied 123 species (unofficial) in southwestern Suffolk County. Highlights, defined as species detected on fewer than 50% of years, included 1 Barnacle Goose, 2 Eurasian Wigeon, 1 Barrow's Goldeneye*, 1 Great Egret, 2 Bald

[nysbirds-l] Queens CBC Preliminary Results

2014-12-14 Thread Corey Finger
Queens also had our count today in the balmy weather and managed 122 species, 2 off our all-time high. More importantly, we smashed our participation record, with 54 or so participants. Highlights included Bald Eagle, Wilson's Warbler, 3 Eastern Phoebe, 3 Pine Warbler, Orange-crowned Warbler,