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, Vesp
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 Eagles
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.
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Richard Guthrie
New Baltimore
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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 li
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
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