While the compilation of data from observation may be useful in studying the
behavior of birders, the very behavior being studied may be a consequence of
the ways in which data is used. The shift toward chasing rarities may not
relate to changes in human motivation or culture. Rather, I suspec
Thanks to everyone who shared information about the appearance of juv Laughing
Gulls along the LI shore this summer. It sounds as though they appeared
relatively late but, as is sometimes the case, simultaneously in widely
scattered places. Confirmation of a new breeding site on the island will
Shai {et al},
Perhaps unbeknownst to you, I amongst a few others have been on the
lookout for the Little Egret. If I had been successful, I would
have reported it to the list as I always do with sightings of
merit. So short of reported successes it escapes me how o
The answer to Shai's question on juvenile Laughing Gulls is yes! I have seen
several on the East Pond with my last few visits along with a few crisp looking
Juv Herring Gulls as well.
The possible Little Egret sighting, is quite intriguing and I agree about the
apparent lack of effort in trying
