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A newsboard for reporting bird sightings, happenings & announcements,miscellany in north Brooklyn and the 3 main central north Brooklyn green regions : historic Prospect Park, Brooklyn Botanic Garden & north half of Kings County, & Greenwood Cemetery.A service for Brooklyn birders and visitors. Also note: Conservation issues & miscellany posts.
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Tweet from Brooklyn Bird Alert (@BirdBrklyn) Raven family
Brooklyn Bird Alert (@BirdBrklyn) tweeted at 11:09 AM on Tue, May 29, 2018:
A Common Raven family nests near Bush Terminal Piers Park. In this video by Gus Keri the three offspring perch on a building corner and then fly to meet one of the parents #birdbk https://t.co/rJMh61PBra
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A Common Raven family nests near Bush Terminal Piers Park. In this video by Gus Keri the three offspring perch on a building corner and then fly to meet one of the parents #birdbk https://t.co/rJMh61PBra
(https://twitter.com/BirdBrklyn/status/1001480686971351040?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Monday, May 28, 2018
Prospect Acadian
Acadian Flycatcher (Empidonax virescens) (1)
- Reported May 28, 2018 06:28 by Shane Blodgett
- Prospect Park--Parade Grounds, Kings, New York
- Map: http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&t=p&z=13&q=40.6507461,-73.9684767&ll=40.6507461,-73.9684767
- Checklist: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S46093877
- Comments: "Calling explosive "peet-suh" lullwater 50 yards past Terrace Bridge"
- Reported May 28, 2018 06:28 by Shane Blodgett
- Prospect Park--Parade Grounds, Kings, New York
- Map: http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&t=p&z=13&q=40.6507461,-73.9684767&ll=40.6507461,-73.9684767
- Checklist: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S46093877
- Comments: "Calling explosive "peet-suh" lullwater 50 yards past Terrace Bridge"
Sunday, May 27, 2018
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Fwd: BBC Walk Today
Leader Tom
-----Original Message-----
From: Tom Stephenson <12toms@gmail.com>
To: ProsBird <ProsBird@aol.com>
Cc: Dennis Hrehowsik <>
Sent: Thu, May 24, 2018 03:45 PM
Subject: BBC Walk Today
Hi Peter,
Well, today seemed like the denouement for our Spring migration. There were birds there (70 species we found) but small numbers and lots of females and not much singing at all.
We had 18 species of warblers (not too bad) including Canada (very dull female), Wilson's, Bay-breasted, Blackburnian; also Spotted Sandpiper, Acadian and Least Flycatchers, Osprey, Turkey Vulture, Hummingbird, and Gray-cheeked Thrush.
Here's the list. See you in the Fall (August...)
Double-crested Cormorant |
Great Blue Heron |
Green Heron |
Turkey Vulture |
Canada Goose |
Mute Swan |
Wood Duck |
Mallard |
Ruddy Duck |
Osprey |
Sharp-shinned Hawk |
Red-tailed Hawk |
American Coot |
Spotted Sandpiper |
Rock Dove |
Mourning Dove |
Chimney Swift |
Ruby-throated Hummingbird |
Belted Kingfisher |
Red-bellied Woodpecker |
Downy Woodpecker |
Northern Flicker |
Eastern Wood-Pewee |
Acadian Flycatcher |
Least Flycatcher |
Great Crested Flycatcher |
Eastern Kingbird |
Warbling Vireo |
Red-eyed Vireo |
Blue Jay |
American Crow |
Tree Swallow |
Barn Swallow |
Tufted Titmouse |
House Wren |
Gray-cheeked Thrush |
Swainson's Thrush |
Wood Thrush |
American Robin |
Gray Catbird |
European Starling |
Cedar Waxwing |
Northern Parula |
Yellow Warbler |
Chestnut-sided Warbler |
Magnolia Warbler |
Black-throated Blue Warbler |
Yellow-rumped Warbler |
Black-throated Green Warbler |
Blackburnian Warbler |
Bay-breasted Warbler |
Blackpoll Warbler |
Black-and-white Warbler |
American Redstart |
Ovenbird |
Northern Waterthrush |
Common Yellowthroat |
Wilson's Warbler |
Canada Warbler |
Scarlet Tanager |
Song Sparrow |
Northern Cardinal |
Indigo Bunting |
Red-winged Blackbird |
Common Grackle |
Brown-headed Cowbird |
Baltimore Oriole |
American Goldfinch |
House Sparrow |
European Goldfinch |
Mini birdcation
Gone for several days to New Mexico. For latest local reports ,follow Twitter Brooklyn bird alert , or Prospect link on the side menu for current check list.
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
eBird Checklist – Prospect Park, Kings County, New York, US – Wed May 23, 2018 – 67 species
https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S45958937
Doug's checklist Prospect including details Alder and Acadian FLYCATCHER, Philadelphia VIREO and Summer Tanager + 16 species WARBLER s. A very good birding quality day indicates still good birding towards may end of month.
Prospect Alder FLYCATCHER n Philly VIREO details
Alder Flycatcher (Empidonax alnorum) (1)
- Reported May 23, 2018 08:30 by Doug Gochfeld
- Prospect Park, Kings, New York
- Map: http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&t=p&z=13&q=40.6602841,-73.9689534&ll=40.6602841,-73.9689534
- Checklist: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S45958937
- Comments: "South side of Lookout along Wellhouse Drive just west of the shipping containers. Confusing as r foraged low, then gave a series of "pip" calls. Photos, video, audio."
Philadelphia Vireo (Vireo philadelphicus) (1)
- Reported May 23, 2018 08:30 by Doug Gochfeld
- Prospect Park, Kings, New York
- Map: http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&t=p&z=13&q=40.6602841,-73.9689534&ll=40.6602841,-73.9689534
- Checklist: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S45958937
- Media: 3 Audio
- Comments: "*Rare migrant in spring! Singing male atop Lookout Hill. Photos, video, audio!"
- Reported May 23, 2018 08:30 by Doug Gochfeld
- Prospect Park, Kings, New York
- Map: http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&t=p&z=13&q=40.6602841,-73.9689534&ll=40.6602841,-73.9689534
- Checklist: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S45958937
- Comments: "South side of Lookout along Wellhouse Drive just west of the shipping containers. Confusing as r foraged low, then gave a series of "pip" calls. Photos, video, audio."
Philadelphia Vireo (Vireo philadelphicus) (1)
- Reported May 23, 2018 08:30 by Doug Gochfeld
- Prospect Park, Kings, New York
- Map: http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&t=p&z=13&q=40.6602841,-73.9689534&ll=40.6602841,-73.9689534
- Checklist: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S45958937
- Media: 3 Audio
- Comments: "*Rare migrant in spring! Singing male atop Lookout Hill. Photos, video, audio!"
Philly vireo + SUTA
Sean Sime reports Philadelphia VIREO top of lookout Hill working east side towards butterfly meadow
Also adult SUMMER TANAGER northeast corner of lookout summit meadow
Also adult SUMMER TANAGER northeast corner of lookout summit meadow
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Fwd: Return-a-gift Pond weeding volunteers
A call for volunteers to help weed the site funded by the Brooklyn Bird Club Birdathon two years back.
The site is the North Forty Jean Bourque Bird blind located nearest to Aviator sportsplex.
If you can help, please contact Ron
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-----Original Message-----
From: Ronald Bourque <ron.jean11@verizon.net>
To: prosbird <prosbird@aol.com>
Sent: Sun, May 20, 2018 02:23 PM
Subject: Return-a-gift Pond weeding volunteers
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-----Original Message-----
From: Ronald Bourque <ron.jean11@verizon.net>
To: prosbird <prosbird@aol.com>
Sent: Sun, May 20, 2018 02:23 PM
Subject: Return-a-gift Pond weeding volunteers
Hello Peter,
The good news is that every tree, shrub and many herbaceous plants we planted last fall is thriving - everything has leafed out. All the rain we have had really stimulated growth.
The bad new is that the weeds are also thriving. So we will need your help again this season to get the weeds out. The date for this work is Saturday, June 2nd. It should take only a few hours or less if with half a dozen volunteers.
Best regards, Ron
Ronald Bourque
Fwd: Morning Warbler
From Charles Tang
From Sunday
From Sunday
Theres still a chance of seeing this species which typically is a late month warbler
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir
Tick warnings
For all you outdoor enthusiasts, follow protocols and use good tick repeleent ( like Permethrin, follow the label on use of the chemical used on pants before wearing)
https://www.aol.com/article/lifestyle/2018/05/21/7-new-tick-viruses-to-worry-about-with-big-epidemic-of-bugs-in-much-of-the-country/23439964/
https://www.aol.com/article/lifestyle/2018/05/21/7-new-tick-viruses-to-worry-about-with-big-epidemic-of-bugs-in-much-of-the-country/23439964/
Monday, May 21, 2018
Very brief notes
--Ed Crowne reported YELLOW BILLED CUCKOO at the Peninsula Pink Beach
--Tom Kozak alerted me to a termite hatch out ( one of a number reported today ) at the Peninsula road Y fork that attracted a few BAY BREASTED WARBLERS plus BLACKBURNIAN
--A termite hatchout on the west slope of the Vale Cashmere near the north stairs attracted a horde of 30+ CEDAR WAXWINGS, always a cool species to enjoy watching.
-- Sean Sime heard singing ACADIAN FLYCATCHER above the Ambergill Falls area.
--Tom Kozak alerted me to a termite hatch out ( one of a number reported today ) at the Peninsula road Y fork that attracted a few BAY BREASTED WARBLERS plus BLACKBURNIAN
--A termite hatchout on the west slope of the Vale Cashmere near the north stairs attracted a horde of 30+ CEDAR WAXWINGS, always a cool species to enjoy watching.
-- Sean Sime heard singing ACADIAN FLYCATCHER above the Ambergill Falls area.
Tweet from Ed Crowne (@ecrowne)
Ed Crowne (@ecrowne) tweeted at 8:49 AM on Mon, May 21, 2018:
Termite hatch out in Vale. 30+ Cedar Waxwings feasting
(https://twitter.com/ecrowne/status/998546261006536705?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Termite hatch out in Vale. 30+ Cedar Waxwings feasting
(https://twitter.com/ecrowne/status/998546261006536705?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Tweet from Ed Crowne (@ecrowne)
Ed Crowne (@ecrowne) tweeted at 6:55 AM on Mon, May 21, 2018:
Yellow billed cuckoo calling on peninsula near pink beach Prospect Park
(https://twitter.com/ecrowne/status/998517669128269825?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Yellow billed cuckoo calling on peninsula near pink beach Prospect Park
(https://twitter.com/ecrowne/status/998517669128269825?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Lucky Chuck coincidence
In a very lucky coincidence, a CHUCK WILLS WIDOW decided to sit right outside two long time birders' apartment along Prospect Park Southwest Ave last night.
At around 930 pm, Alan walked into his front room and heard a very loud odd call of a will widow species. After calling his wife Janet, they both were able to identify the species that also woke up and intrigued their neighbors!
The bird I found out did not call from the Park. Rather, it was sitting in a street tree right below their apartment ! (By the way, at the Bus stop.. Must be Coney Island bound!) Talk about a lucky spot.
At around 930 pm, Alan walked into his front room and heard a very loud odd call of a will widow species. After calling his wife Janet, they both were able to identify the species that also woke up and intrigued their neighbors!
The bird I found out did not call from the Park. Rather, it was sitting in a street tree right below their apartment ! (By the way, at the Bus stop.. Must be Coney Island bound!) Talk about a lucky spot.
Sunday, May 20, 2018
Prospect Chuck will widows recs
Tonight is the 5th
DATE | # | OBSERVER | |
---|---|---|---|
2014-05-05 | 2 | Doug Gochfeld | ChecklistN |
2014-05-05 | 1 | Heydi Lopes | ChecklistP |
2014-05-05 | 1 | Sean Sime | ChecklistA |
2011-04-30 | 1 | undefined | Checklist |
2011-04-30 | 1 | Corey Finger | Checklist |
2011-04-30 | 1 | Heydi Lopes | ChecklistN |
1995-05-06 | 1 | Robert Gochfeld | ChecklistN |
1995-05-06 | 1 | Doug Gochfeld | ChecklistN |
1995-05-06 | 1 | NYC Bird Report Data | ChecklistN |
1961-04-02 | 1 | NYC Bird Report |
Tweet from The Kingsboider (@BBCKingsbirds)
The Kingsboider (@BBCKingsbirds) tweeted at 9:07 PM on Sun, May 20, 2018:
Prospect park southwest ave bet Seeley and Windsor place avenues https://t.co/Sr6qkMxBnR
(https://twitter.com/BBCKingsbirds/status/998369543012667395?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Prospect park southwest ave bet Seeley and Windsor place avenues https://t.co/Sr6qkMxBnR
(https://twitter.com/BBCKingsbirds/status/998369543012667395?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Tweet from Janet Zinn (@bkbirdr)
Janet Zinn (@bkbirdr) tweeted at 9:03 PM on Sun, May 20, 2018:
Chuck-wills-widow calling outside my window across from Prospect Park. Have recording.
(https://twitter.com/bkbirdr/status/998368663731408896?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Chuck-wills-widow calling outside my window across from Prospect Park. Have recording.
(https://twitter.com/bkbirdr/status/998368663731408896?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Fwd: Mourning Warbler
Lower pool
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To: Peter Dorosh <Prosbird@aol.com>
Sent: Sun, May 20, 2018 08:37 PM
Subject: Mourning Warbler
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To: Peter Dorosh <Prosbird@aol.com>
Sent: Sun, May 20, 2018 08:37 PM
Subject: Mourning Warbler
Tweet from Brooklyn Bird Alert (@BirdBrklyn)
Brooklyn Bird Alert (@BirdBrklyn) tweeted at 2:30 PM on Sun, May 20, 2018:
Prospect Park this morning: Bank Swallow, Mourning Warbler back of Lower Pool, Tennessee singing at Lower Ravine #birdbk https://t.co/piusgZEEdN
(https://twitter.com/BirdBrklyn/status/998269800609734657?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Prospect Park this morning: Bank Swallow, Mourning Warbler back of Lower Pool, Tennessee singing at Lower Ravine #birdbk https://t.co/piusgZEEdN
(https://twitter.com/BirdBrklyn/status/998269800609734657?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Fwd: Photos from Michele's Big Sit
Report from Heidi , event organizer for Michele's retirement bird sit at the Boulder Bridge yesterday. A fun day with good people all around.
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From: Heidi Steiner <heidi.steiner.bklyn@gmail.com>
To: Dennis Hrehowsik
Sent: Sun, May 20, 2018 02:25 PM
Subject: Photos from Michele's Big Sit
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-----Original Message-----
From: Heidi Steiner <heidi.steiner.bklyn@gmail.com>
To: Dennis Hrehowsik
Sent: Sun, May 20, 2018 02:25 PM
Subject: Photos from Michele's Big Sit
In spite of the dreary weather a good time was had by all at Michele's Big Sit Retirement Party.
We huddled under a tarp that Steve strung over the path and we did more standing that sitting but it is a testament to Michele's spirit that
over the course of the day about 30 people stopped by to wish her well and to thank her for her inspiration and encouragement.
Dennis said a few words on behalf of the club and Paul presented her with a lovely watercolor of a Scarlett Tanager. The club also gave her
a tote bag with the BBC logo, ordered from the website. We ended the day earlier than expected but many in the group did some serious birding and
I am going to guess that we saw or heard nearly 40 species. Michele has the final tally.
Thanks for helping to show our appreciation for all that Michele has done for the birding community
and to wish her well on her future adventures.
My best, Heidi
Michelle Dregers Farewell ( from her Facebook page) : Yesterday, was my last bird tour at Prospect Park. I have lead a weekly walk for 16 years. I have met many amazing people. I have made many endearing friends. I’ve lead about 1000 tours. I’ve seen 240 different kind of birds in the park. I participated in 48 citizen science projects. I have introduced thousands of people to the bird life in the park. I am thankful to have been tutored by many astute members of the Brooklyn Bird Club, the NYC Audubon, and Cornell Labs online courses. I have had teams of regulars over the years that have inspired me to get up and get out to bird. I will miss birding with you every week. Thank you for all your well wishes.
MOURNING warbler
Per Joshua early this morn Mourning warbler back of Lower Pool at Prospect. Spotted by Angie Co.
Saturday, May 19, 2018
Michelle's bird sit party
On the Boulder Bridge,in soggy weather. It was worth it saying farewell to a long time bird walk leader.
Fwd: A message from the BKLYN BOTANIC GARDEN President
Not good at all especially if they are all glass..
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From: Brooklyn Botanic Garden <Membership@bbg.org>
Date: Fri, May 18, 2018, 5:07 PM
Subject: A message from the President
To:>
From: Brooklyn Botanic Garden <Membership@bbg.org>
Date: Fri, May 18, 2018, 5:07 PM
Subject: A message from the President
To:>
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Friday, May 18, 2018
A matter of timing
When I passed through the Lower Ravine around 430,I detected nary a warbler. But that changed an hour 20 minutes later. But that's the breaks
Here's Trippers report at 549:
Lower ravine (just before Neathermead arches) very busy. 15 Warbler species between one or two trees including: Prothonotary, Bay-breasted, Blackburnian, Cape May, Tennessee.
Tough luck for me...not my Prospect lucky charm. 😐
Here's Trippers report at 549:
Lower ravine (just before Neathermead arches) very busy. 15 Warbler species between one or two trees including: Prothonotary, Bay-breasted, Blackburnian, Cape May, Tennessee.
Tough luck for me...not my Prospect lucky charm. 😐
Acadian FLYCATCHER
Two reported today is Acadian FLYCATCHER.
This morning Tripper Paul mentioned one singing in the Midwood.
This late afternoon, Joshua Malbin tweeted out a calling bird in Greenwood cemetery ,at the intersection of Grape and Cypress avenues.
This morning Tripper Paul mentioned one singing in the Midwood.
This late afternoon, Joshua Malbin tweeted out a calling bird in Greenwood cemetery ,at the intersection of Grape and Cypress avenues.
Tweet from Brooklyn Bird Club (@BklynBirdClub) BIG Birdathon number
Brooklyn Bird Club (@BklynBirdClub) tweeted at 4:20 PM on Fri, May 18, 2018:
A cumulative total of 154 species were seen in Brooklyn by all teams participating in #WorldMigratoryBirdDay this past Saturday! If you pledge based on the grand total this is the number you've been waiting for! https://t.co/rwLTipxOXG
(https://twitter.com/BklynBirdClub/status/997572548056551424?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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A cumulative total of 154 species were seen in Brooklyn by all teams participating in #WorldMigratoryBirdDay this past Saturday! If you pledge based on the grand total this is the number you've been waiting for! https://t.co/rwLTipxOXG
(https://twitter.com/BklynBirdClub/status/997572548056551424?ref_src=twcamp%5Eshare%7Ctwsrc%5Eandroid%7Ctwgr%5Egmail%7Ctwcon%5E7090%7Ctwterm%5E3)
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Prospect Park getting two new entrances
On Flatbush Avenue, for birders information
https://www.brooklynpaper.com/stories/41/18/dtg-prospect-park-flatbush-avenue-entrance-2018-05-04-bk.html
https://www.brooklynpaper.com/stories/41/18/dtg-prospect-park-flatbush-avenue-entrance-2018-05-04-bk.html
BBC event : tomorrows BBC Bird sit by Michele
Happy Retirement !
Michele Dreger decided to go forward with her Bird Sit at Boulder Bridge despite threat of rain. Its her last walk for the Park. Swing by and bird with her group or say good bye. More details possibly on the BBC Facebook page
http://brooklynbirdclub.org/event/michelle-dregers-prospect-park-big-sit/
From the NY Times archives (including photo of Michele ):
https://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/02/nyregion/bird-watching-at-prospect-park-audubon-center.html
Fwd: List from today
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir
-----Original Message-----
From: Ryan Goldberg <ryan.goldberg@gmail.com>
To: Peter Dorosh <prosbird@aol.com>
Sent: Fri, May 18, 2018 12:19 pm
Subject: List from today
From: Ryan Goldberg <ryan.goldberg@gmail.com>
To: Peter Dorosh <prosbird@aol.com>
Sent: Fri, May 18, 2018 12:19 pm
Subject: List from today
Peter,
Here's my list from today. There was a nice mix of warblers across from West Island early morning but the rest of the park was a little quiet. Northwest winds were keeping them hunkered down. Good numbers for bay-breasted and Canada warblers today and this migration.
Best,
Ryan
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Also noted; ACADIAN FLYCATCHER singing in the MIdwood per Tripper Paul
Also noted; ACADIAN FLYCATCHER singing in the MIdwood per Tripper Paul
Thursday, May 17, 2018
Fwd:Thurs BBC Walking in the Rain
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-----Original Message-----
From: Tom Stephenson <12toms@gmail.com>
To: ProsBird <ProsBird@aol.com>
Cc: Robert Bate <robsbate@gmail.com>; Dennis Hrehowsik <DeepSeaGangster@gmail.com>; Roberta Manian <roberta.manian@gmail.com>; Ryan Goldberg <ryan.goldberg@gmail.com>; Angie Co <angela@studio-co.com>
Sent: Thu, May 17, 2018 06:50 PM
Subject: BBC Walking in the Rain
Hi Peter,
Well, I wasn't even sure the walk was going to happen, as it was raining fairly hard when I got to the GAP arch. But there were people there (2) and one was from CA so I thought we needed to show him how we do birds in Brooklyn. We later added a couple more people to total 6 overall.
In spite of the rain, it was incredibly birdy in the park; one of the birdiest days I've seen in a long time. Since I've been away, maybe you've had these numbers during the week, but it was really great and we ended up with 80 species.
Highlights:
There were lots of numbers of just about each species. We had at least 7 Wilson's Warblers, 10+ Magnolia, a Prairie, a couple of Bay-breasted, several Blackpoll and so on.
We also had 6 species of flycatchers including at least 3 Leasts...
There were lots of swallows on the lake including 4+ bank and at least one cliff.
Add to all of that 2 Lincoln's Sparrows, many singing Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, 2 Indigo Buntings, Orchard Oriole....
And, thanks to Sean Sime's tweet, we went up to Lookout and got some looks at the Mourning Warbler up there.
All in all quite a day.
Here's the list.
Best regards,
Tom
Double-crested Cormorant |
Great Egret |
Green Heron |
Canada Goose |
Mute Swan |
Wood Duck |
Mallard |
Spotted Sandpiper |
Laughing Gull |
Ring-billed Gull |
Herring Gull |
Rock Dove |
Mourning Dove |
Chimney Swift |
Red-bellied Woodpecker |
Downy Woodpecker |
Hairy Woodpecker |
Northern Flicker |
Eastern Wood-Pewee |
Yellow-bellied Flycatcher |
Acadian Flycatcher |
Least Flycatcher |
Great Crested Flycatcher |
Eastern Kingbird |
Red-eyed Vireo |
Blue Jay |
American Crow |
Fish Crow |
Northern Rough-winged Swallow |
Bank Swallow |
Cliff Swallow |
Barn Swallow |
White-breasted Nuthatch |
House Wren |
Ruby-crowned Kinglet |
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher |
Veery |
Swainson's Thrush |
American Robin |
Gray Catbird |
European Starling |
Cedar Waxwing |
Nashville Warbler |
Northern Parula |
Yellow Warbler |
Chestnut-sided Warbler |
Magnolia Warbler |
Black-throated Blue Warbler |
Yellow-rumped Warbler |
Black-throated Green Warbler |
Blackburnian Warbler |
Prairie Warbler |
Bay-breasted Warbler |
Blackpoll Warbler |
Black-and-white Warbler |
American Redstart |
Worm-eating Warbler |
Ovenbird |
Northern Waterthrush |
Mourning Warbler |
Common Yellowthroat |
Wilson's Warbler |
Canada Warbler |
Scarlet Tanager |
Chipping Sparrow |
Song Sparrow |
Lincoln's Sparrow |
Swamp Sparrow |
White-throated Sparrow |
Northern Cardinal |
Rose-breasted Grosbeak |
Indigo Bunting |
Red-winged Blackbird |
Common Grackle |
Brown-headed Cowbird |
Orchard Oriole |
Baltimore Oriole |
American Goldfinch |
House Sparrow |
European Goldfinch |