|
Subject: Willard's Island morning flight 9/19/20
Date: Sat Sep 19 2020 19:55 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
There was a decent morning flight off the north tip of WIllard's Island
this morning. 420 warblers flew out, 12 species ID'd including one
CONNECTICUT. Note that these birds are all seen only in flight and most go
unidentified (by me, anyway...). I added two more warbler species in the
trees on the walk back, and others mentioned seeing a few more, bringing
the morning total to 17 warbler species on Willard's.
Also kicking around, though not terribly cooperative, were 2 AMERICAN
GOLDEN-PLOVERS, a BAIRD'S SANDPIPER, a WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPER, a few
PECTORAL SANDPIPERS, and my first local Dunlin of the autumn.
I'll post greater detail about morning flight at this location in the near
future.
Nick Bonomo
Wallingford, CT
www.shorebirder.com
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Willard's Island morning flight 9/19/20
Date: Sat Sep 19 2020 19:55 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
There was a decent morning flight off the north tip of WIllard's Island
this morning. 420 warblers flew out, 12 species ID'd including one
CONNECTICUT. Note that these birds are all seen only in flight and most go
unidentified (by me, anyway...). I added two more warbler species in the
trees on the walk back, and others mentioned seeing a few more, bringing
the morning total to 17 warbler species on Willard's.
Also kicking around, though not terribly cooperative, were 2 AMERICAN
GOLDEN-PLOVERS, a BAIRD'S SANDPIPER, a WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPER, a few
PECTORAL SANDPIPERS, and my first local Dunlin of the autumn.
I'll post greater detail about morning flight at this location in the near
future.
Nick Bonomo
Wallingford, CT
www.shorebirder.com
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Hammo tonight
Date: Sat Sep 19 2020 18:49 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Common nighthawks 25
There were more on the way out but hard to get an accurate count as it was pretty dark. Very cool to watch not so easy to video haha
Christina Cole
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Kent Land Trust Trails Open Again
Date: Sat Sep 19 2020 18:03 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
FYI...
The tree damage along the trails has been cleared and KLT's Skiff Mountain
South Preserve's trails are now open (
https://www.kentlandtrust.org/...
The tree damage along the trails has been cleared and KLT's Audrey and
Robert Tobin Preserve trails are now open (
https://www.kentlandtrust.org/...
Laurie
--
Laurie Doss
Science Department Chair
The Marvelwood School
476 Skiff Mountain Road
Kent, CT 06757
860-927-0047
860-927-1528
Google Certified Educator Level 1
Marvelwood School Website: https://www.marvelwood.org
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marve...
This message originates from The Marvelwood School. The information
contained in this message may be privileged and confidential. If you are
the intended recipient you must maintain this message in a secure and
confidential manner. If you are not the intended recipient, please
notify the sender immediately and destroy this message. Thank you.
Important Notice:
This communication (including any attachments) is intended for the use of
the intended recipient(s) only and may contain information that is
confidential, privileged or legally protected. Any unauthorized use or
dissemination of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have
received this communication in error, please immediately notify the sender
by return e-mail message and delete all copies of the original
communication. Thank you for your cooperation.
--
This message originates from The Marvelwood School. The information
contained in this message may be privileged and confidential. If you are
the intended recipient you must maintain this message in a secure and
confidential manner. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify
the sender immediately and destroy this message. Thank you.
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Hartland
Date: Sat Sep 19 2020 16:55 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Paul Desjardins
paul.desjardins2@gmail.com
Phone: (860) 623-3696
Posting for Paul Carrier although I was there also. Today at Booth Hill there were 1 Osprey, 5 Bald Eagles, i Red Tailed Hawk, 7 Sharp Shinned Hawks, 2 Coopers Hawks, 508 Broad Winged Hawks and 3 American Kestrels on a N N E wind.
Paul Desjardins
Windsor Locks
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Birdy on the coast
Date: Sat Sep 19 2020 8:37 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Not bad midland either. 11 warbler species and counting at Fisher Meadows
in Avon, including Cape May and Tennessee.
David Lawton
Avon
On Sat, Sep 19, 2020, 9:29 AM Nick Bonomo via CTBirds <
ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org> wrote:
> As anticipated with this strong cold front, the coast is quite birdy this
> morning with passerines, and hawk watchers are reporting good activity as
> well.
>
> Nick Bonomo
> Wallingford
>
> Sent from my iPhone
> _______________________________________________
> This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA)
> for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
> For subscription information visit
> http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai...
>
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Birdy on the coast
Date: Sat Sep 19 2020 8:29 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
As anticipated with this strong cold front, the coast is quite birdy this morning with passerines, and hawk watchers are reporting good activity as well.
Nick Bonomo
Wallingford
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Lighthouse Point Park Hawkwatch Friday
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 20:54 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
On the first day after the passage of a cold front bringing Northeasterly
winds and lovely clouds, we counted 515 migrating raptors, including 58
Osprey, 19 Northern Harriers, 27 Bald Eagles, 87 Broadwings (some in
kettles right overhead), 156 Sharp-shinned Hawks, 60 Cooper's Hawks, 72
American Kestrels, 10 Merlins, 60Peregrine Falcons, and other unidentified
raptors.
See eBird Checklist S73758778 for details about the small birds seen at the
watch site. Several excellent birders explored the park, finding many
migrant warblers, thrushes, and other passerines. A steady stream of
Chimney Swifts continued all day.
Notable was the presence of several Cape May Warblers, one of which even
perched briefly in the tree closest to the watch.
Many thanks to Lynn James, Sol Satin, Frank Gallo, John Oshlick, Julian
Hough, Howie Sternberg, and a host of visitors.
Saturday promises another potentially good day for the migrants, but
without the helpful clouds. Dress warmly and come to the Lighthouse
(saying at the gate that you are with the Hawkwatch) to join Steve Mayo and
company! Social distancing is relatively easy at this site if you bring
your own chair.
Checklist S73758778
--
The Rev. Dana L. Campbell (she, her, hers)
dana.l.campbell@gmail.com
For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers,
nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth,
nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the
love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.*" Romans 8:38*
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Common nighthawks- hammonasset beach
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 20:15 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Had them there last night but only two
Christina Cole
> On Sep 18, 2020, at 7:17 PM, Nichols Photography via CTBirds wrote:
>
> Just had at least 5 Common Nighthawks flying over the marsh behind the nature center at hammonasset beach state park in Madison. Was watching the sunset and at 7 pm I noticed falcon like birds in the air over my head and I got my camera on them. Never had them here before!
>
> Monica Nichols
> Madison
>
> Sent from my iPhone
> _______________________________________________
> This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
> For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai...
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Broad-winged Hawks today, Chestnut Hill Hawk Watch, Litchfield, CT
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 19:26 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
We counted 1,364 Broad-winged Hawks today (18 Sept) between 1:15 DST and 5 PM DST at the Chestnut Hill Hawk Watch in Litchfield CT. Good day for a BW flight, with wind strong from the north.
David W BabingtonWashington, CT
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Pistol Creek
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 18:24 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
im going there sunday morning i will report if found
> On September 18, 2020 at 5:35 PM Doug Wisneski via CTBirds < ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org mailto:ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org > wrote:
>
>
> Has anyone seen the SORA recently?
> Thanks. Doug
> _______________________________________________
> This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
> For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai...
>
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Common nighthawks- hammonasset beach
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 18:17 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Just had at least 5 Common Nighthawks flying over the marsh behind the nature center at hammonasset beach state park in Madison. Was watching the sunset and at 7 pm I noticed falcon like birds in the air over my head and I got my camera on them. Never had them here before!
Monica Nichols
Madison
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Bolton Notch Pectoral Sandpipers
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 17:00 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
4 Pectoral Sandpipers on the mudflats on the pond at Bolton Notch State Park this afternoon. Picts on ebird.
Jeff Fengler
Vernon CT
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Pistol Creek
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 16:36 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Has anyone seen the SORA recently?
Thanks. Doug
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: "Hybrid" New Haven Migration Festival:
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 14:01 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Please see below for information on this year's "hybrid" New Haven Migration Festival: The streaming events will be found here:
https://www.facebook.com/NewHa...
Due to current COVID-19 constraints we are doing a "hybrid" Migration Festival, this Sunday.
Please join us for a couple of virtual tours (to be broadcast on Facebook), and/or come and explore the park on your own.
Virtual tours as follow:
09/20/2020 10AM, pollinator garden and butterflies of Lighthouse Point Park.
09/20/2020 12PM, tour of the 5 Mile Point Lighthouse.
Despite extensive damage to the trails, most of the paths are now passable, and the park will remain open for bird-watching and hiking.
Beach will also be open, with lifeguards on duty during normal hours.
Please observe social distancing practices and wear a mask.
Patrick
Patrick M. Comins
Executive Director, Connnecticut Audubon Society
314 Unquowa Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
203-259-0416 x107
Please consider joining or supporting today!
https://www.ctaudubon.org/dona...
Follow us on Twitter
Like us on Facebook
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Golden Plover Reports
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 11:26 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
I received a report of nine American Golden-Plovers (presumed American) at Bluff Point today. Earlier in the week one of our Alliance techs had eight juveniles on the flats at Milford Point and I have heard of a few other reports of juveniles of late. Yes they can be tricky to ID vs juvenile Black-bellied Plover, but there were photos of the Milford flock. It may pay to keep an eye out.
Such "invasions" of goldens have historically been tied to weather patterns, either strong westerlies to push more to the coast or strong easterlies to push them into Long Island Sound from their more usual maritime haunts. I plan to get out at low tide later to check Milford Point. As far as I can tell the peak modern number in CT appears to be 85 in South Windsor in 1955. Paul Desjardins had 45 there on October 4th, 1971. There were more turf farms in the South Windsor meadows back then. Rocky Hill Meadows would be a great place to check in addition to coastal haunts.
Patrick
Patrick M. Comins
Executive Director
314 Unquowa Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
203-259-0416 x107
Please consider joining or supporting today!
https://www.ctaudubon.org/dona...
Follow us on Twitter
Like us on Facebook
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Windham Whimbrel continues
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 7:47 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
The Whimbrel found yesterday at Windham Airport in North Windham was present this morning. It was first seen foraging on the rocks at the base of the dike on the reservoir side In Tolland County. It proceeded to fly up and over the dike , calling. and back over the grassland Into Windham County. That little bit of info was added for Jamie Meyers.
Phil Rusch
Chaplin, CT
Sent from my I-phone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Clay-colored sparrow Trout Brook Valley Preserve (Easton)
Date: Fri Sep 18 2020 6:59 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
In blueberry patch in orchard now, with chipping sparrows.
Jeremy Nance
Easton CT
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Royal tern pics
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 20:00 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
There may have been a problem with first Email EH GUILFORD
https://photos.app.goo.gl/54U3...
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Royal tern pics
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 20:00 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
There may have been a problem with first Email EH GUILFORD
https://photos.app.goo.gl/54U3...
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Royal Tern Pics 9-16 2020
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 19:47 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
End of Moraine Trail at Hammo, Also seen today same spot.Ed Haesche Guilfordhttps://photos.app.goo.gl/54U3...
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: AW Stanley Park NB
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 19:23 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Thursday 9/17/2020, 5pm/530pm, New Britain, AW Stanley Park, Lower Pond: LOTS of exposed mudflats. Least Sandpiper(greenish legs a dead giveaway), Greater Yellowlegs, Killdeer, possible Solitary Sandpiper(it fit the description in Sibley and it was all by itself/solitary).
Dr. Donald Lukaszek
Department of Physics & Engineering Physics
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Hammonasset
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 15:58 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Paul Desjardins
paul.desjardins2@gmail.com
Phone: (860) 623-3696
This morning seen at the end of the moraine trail 5 flyby immature American Golden Plovers. Also, around 3:13 one Royal Tern flying east as seen from Meigs Point.
Paul Desjardins
Windsor Locks
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Breeding plumage Horned Grebe Waterford
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 15:21 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
A breeding plumaged Horned Grebe is off Millstone Point in Waterford.
Unfortunately in a location that's inaccessible to the public and also to
myself and my camera. Gorgeous bird.
Dave Provencher
Preston
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: DC Cormorant
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 14:39 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
From Phil Asprelli North Haven Surprised to see a DC Cormorant working Sinoway Pond on Upper State St in North Haven considering that the pond is only about 1/4 acre in size. The bird as been there all day.
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Royal terns hammo
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 11:29 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
9/17, 11:40, Gary & Carol Lemmon with Paul Desjardins at end of Moraine trail.
2 Royal Terns flying over.
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Wet dog under white wings
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 10:18 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Dave,
An amazing experience! And well written...thanks for sharing.
Frank & Linda Mantlik
Stratford
Sent from my iPhone
> On Sep 17, 2020, at 7:17 AM, Bruce via CTBirds wrote:
>
> Cool observation.
>
>
> Sent from Xfinity Connect Application
>
> -----Original Message-----
>
> From: ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org
> To: ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org
> Sent: 2020-09-16 6:33:15 PM
> Subject: [CT Birds] Wet dog under white wings
>
> This morning I did a ninety minute vigil on the boat ramp platform on
> Smith's Neck Road in Old Lyme. It was an enjoyable experience that included
> Merlins chasing shorebirds, a Harrier harassing perched Crows, a Cooper's
> Hawk harassing the Harrier, and a Peregrine harassing the Cooper's Hawk.
> The most unique observation however involved a mammal. While I was scanning
> the marsh through my scope, I noticed it was getting noisy around me.
> Taking my eye from the scope I saw a Coyote swimming the channel in front
> of me, crossing to the Great Island marsh. This attracted the attention of
> a Great Egret and the bird was squawking and diving at the Coyote. Soon
> another Egret joined in, and another, and another. Before the Coyote could
> reach the far shore there were 17 Great Egrets hovering over it, diving at
> it, and squawking raucously. Throw in a Great Blue Heron and the dog had a
> veritable cloud of disgruntled waders mobbing it. When it finally reached
> the far shore it climbed out, shook the water from its fur, and took off
> running to escape what must have been a rather rattling start to its day. I
> settled back in to watch the comings and goings along the marsh and on the
> sound before heading to work. Unlike the Coyote's chaotic crossing, it was
> an excellent way to start the day for me.
>
> Dave Provencher
> Preston
> _______________________________________________
> This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
> For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai...
> _______________________________________________
> This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
> For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai...
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Whimbrel in North Windham.
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 8:29 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
I found a Whimbrel this morning at Windham Airport in North Windham. It is in the general area of the dark tarmac in front of the old dump
Phil Rusch
Chaplin, CT
Sent from my I-phone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Wet dog under white wings
Date: Thu Sep 17 2020 6:17 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Cool observation.
Sent from Xfinity Connect Application
-----Original Message-----
From: ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org
To: ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org
Sent: 2020-09-16 6:33:15 PM
Subject: [CT Birds] Wet dog under white wings
This morning I did a ninety minute vigil on the boat ramp platform on
Smith's Neck Road in Old Lyme. It was an enjoyable experience that included
Merlins chasing shorebirds, a Harrier harassing perched Crows, a Cooper's
Hawk harassing the Harrier, and a Peregrine harassing the Cooper's Hawk.
The most unique observation however involved a mammal. While I was scanning
the marsh through my scope, I noticed it was getting noisy around me.
Taking my eye from the scope I saw a Coyote swimming the channel in front
of me, crossing to the Great Island marsh. This attracted the attention of
a Great Egret and the bird was squawking and diving at the Coyote. Soon
another Egret joined in, and another, and another. Before the Coyote could
reach the far shore there were 17 Great Egrets hovering over it, diving at
it, and squawking raucously. Throw in a Great Blue Heron and the dog had a
veritable cloud of disgruntled waders mobbing it. When it finally reached
the far shore it climbed out, shook the water from its fur, and took off
running to escape what must have been a rather rattling start to its day. I
settled back in to watch the comings and goings along the marsh and on the
sound before heading to work. Unlike the Coyote's chaotic crossing, it was
an excellent way to start the day for me.
Dave Provencher
Preston
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai...
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Wet dog under white wings
Date: Wed Sep 16 2020 18:45 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
That coyote was lucky to encounter egrets and not loons. Here is an account of a coyote that didn't make it when mobbed by Common Loons:
https://sora.unm.edu/node/5110... .
David Spector
Belchertown, Massachusetts
________________________________
From: CTBirds on behalf of David Provencher via CTBirds
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2020 6:32 PM
To: ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org
Subject: [CT Birds] Wet dog under white wings
This morning I did a ninety minute vigil on the boat ramp platform on
Smith's Neck Road in Old Lyme. It was an enjoyable experience that included
Merlins chasing shorebirds, a Harrier harassing perched Crows, a Cooper's
Hawk harassing the Harrier, and a Peregrine harassing the Cooper's Hawk.
The most unique observation however involved a mammal. While I was scanning
the marsh through my scope, I noticed it was getting noisy around me.
Taking my eye from the scope I saw a Coyote swimming the channel in front
of me, crossing to the Great Island marsh. This attracted the attention of
a Great Egret and the bird was squawking and diving at the Coyote. Soon
another Egret joined in, and another, and another. Before the Coyote could
reach the far shore there were 17 Great Egrets hovering over it, diving at
it, and squawking raucously. Throw in a Great Blue Heron and the dog had a
veritable cloud of disgruntled waders mobbing it. When it finally reached
the far shore it climbed out, shook the water from its fur, and took off
running to escape what must have been a rather rattling start to its day. I
settled back in to watch the comings and goings along the marsh and on the
sound before heading to work. Unlike the Coyote's chaotic crossing, it was
an excellent way to start the day for me.
Dave Provencher
Preston
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Wet dog under white wings
Date: Wed Sep 16 2020 17:33 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
This morning I did a ninety minute vigil on the boat ramp platform on
Smith's Neck Road in Old Lyme. It was an enjoyable experience that included
Merlins chasing shorebirds, a Harrier harassing perched Crows, a Cooper's
Hawk harassing the Harrier, and a Peregrine harassing the Cooper's Hawk.
The most unique observation however involved a mammal. While I was scanning
the marsh through my scope, I noticed it was getting noisy around me.
Taking my eye from the scope I saw a Coyote swimming the channel in front
of me, crossing to the Great Island marsh. This attracted the attention of
a Great Egret and the bird was squawking and diving at the Coyote. Soon
another Egret joined in, and another, and another. Before the Coyote could
reach the far shore there were 17 Great Egrets hovering over it, diving at
it, and squawking raucously. Throw in a Great Blue Heron and the dog had a
veritable cloud of disgruntled waders mobbing it. When it finally reached
the far shore it climbed out, shook the water from its fur, and took off
running to escape what must have been a rather rattling start to its day. I
settled back in to watch the comings and goings along the marsh and on the
sound before heading to work. Unlike the Coyote's chaotic crossing, it was
an excellent way to start the day for me.
Dave Provencher
Preston
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: CACC
Date: Wed Sep 16 2020 12:33 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
9/16 Milford, Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center, high tide rising,
65-70F, sunny. 9:45-10:55am.
On the marsh: 2 Great Egrets, 2 Snowy egrets, 2 osprey on the nest
platform, and 6 juvenile Yellow crowned night herons around- it was so
funny- 1 juvenile YC Night heron on top of purple martin gourds, 1 in a
tree, 1 in marsh,on top of post log in marsh, 1 in tree by outhouse and
another in separate tree. Other birders were enjoying them as well.
On grounds and paths: 2 House sparrows, 4 Mourning doves, 1 Cardinal, 2
Blue jays, 2 Carolina wrens, .
On LIsland sound side: 37 Semipalmated Sandpipers along shoreline, 1
Peregrine falcon chasing a shorebird, 2 American Oystercatchers, 7 Ruddy
Turnstones, 1 Osprey soaring over, 1 Great Egret stalking in marsh area,
2 Mute swans, and along the shoreline Herring gulls and Ring billed
gulls. One Herring gull was feeding, while 4 semipalmated sandpipers were
right underneath it foraging.
Bev Propen, Orange
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: thousands of migrating birds found dying out west....disturbing article
Date: Wed Sep 16 2020 12:24 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
https://www.dailykos.com/stori...
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Royal Tern
Date: Wed Sep 16 2020 11:10 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Still hanging around area, End ofMoraine tr.Flew in sat for awhile and flew off
Ed Haesche,Guilford
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Greenwich Audubon migration, CT WARBLER
Date: Tue Sep 15 2020 10:08 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Greenwich, AM: in response to the warnings of an amazing push of migrants
in the northeast over the night of the 14th, I headed to Quaker Ridge
starting from the pre-dawn at 6:20 AM, where there was indeed an incredible
movement of 40 species. This included multiple Rose-breasted Grosbeaks
(around 12), Red-breasted Nuthatches, alongside two autumnal shows:
sparrows and warblers. Sparrows were of 6 species, including Savannah,
first-of-the-season White-throated, and a beautiful LINCOLN'S. 10 species
of warbler were seen, highlights being one each Nashville and TENNESSEE
Warbler, but the best sighting of the day was easily a CONNECTICUT WARBLER,
seen briefly but extraordinarily well in the apple orchard at the beginning
of the day. The bird was not relocated but could still be present among
many other lingering migrants.
List here: https://ebird.org/checklist/S7...
Will Schenck
Greenwich
Connecticut Young Birders' Club
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Colchester Deck
Date: Tue Sep 15 2020 9:39 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
9/15/20 Colchester Deck 6:45-7:45AM 21 species including: Prairie Warbler (male); American Redstart ( female/ 1st yr. ?) Ernie
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Westport CT Warbler
Date: Tue Sep 15 2020 9:31 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Sherwood Island SP- CT Warbler, chip heard and briefly seen before disappearing in vegetation. Seen on north side of overgrown spruce grove area, to the left of the path that leads to the disc golf cage( where the Ash-throated Flycatcher was)Unable to relocate.
Kestrels and Harriers migrating over the model airplane field
Tina Green
Westport
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Avon - Fisher Meadows
Date: Tue Sep 15 2020 9:14 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Decent movement this morning, especially in the alder field north of the
lake and adjacent edges.
Highlights: Bay-breasted Warbler and Philadelphia Video.
David Lawton
Avon
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Broad-winged Hawks at Chestnut Hill Hawk Watch in Litchfield, CT
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 19:30 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
With NW wind today a nice number Broad-winged Hawks (560) at Chestnut Hill in Litchfield. Noted also good numbers of Broad-wingeds at Middle School in Torrington and of course at Quaker Ridge in Greenwich. See hawkcount.org for detailed reports.
David W BabingtonWashington, CT
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Golden-winged Warbler report
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 19:07 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Does anyone know any details about a Golden-winged Warbler reported on the evening of September 13 in Killingworth, Middlesex County?
Thanks either way,
Tim Antanaitis
Portland
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Lighthouse Point - kestrel afternoon
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 16:44 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
The hawk watch today at Lighthouse Point in New Haven enjoyed good sky and
weather conditions but got off to a slow start that included almost no
morning passerines. However, the hawk watch itself picked up steam with an
afternoon falcon flight. The day's total of 125 American Kestrels included
75 from 1 to 4 p.m. The overall total of 175 diurnal raptors included 18
Ospreys, 14 Sharp-shinned Hawks and a few Merlins, Peregrine Falcons,
Northern Harriers and Cooper's Hawks.
Other birds of note were 80 Chimney Swifts, 24 Ruby-throated Hummingbirds,
2 Common Nighthawks, a flyover Solitary Sandpiper, a few Purple Finches and
one Pine Siskin.
Thanks for help from Sol Satin, Sara Zagroski, Julian Hough, Bill Banks,
Nick Bonomo, Phil Rusch and Tom Murray.
Greg Hanisek
Waterbury
Virus-free.
www.avast.com
<#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: East Granby
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 15:45 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Paul,
I had a Blackpoll this morning in Avon (home) as well, along with a mixed
flock of usual suspects, including four other warbler species.
Happy birding,
David
On Mon, Sep 14, 2020, 4:25 PM Paul Desjardins via CTBirds <
ctbirds@lists.ctbirding.org> wrote:
>
>
> Paul Desjardins
> paul.desjardins2@gmail.com
> Phone: (860) 623-3696
>
> A brief visit to East Granby Farms this afternoon yielded but three
> warbler species but one was a f o s Blackpoll Warbler. Unless it is just me
> but warblers seem low in numbers and species diversity.
>
> Paul Desjardins
> Windsor Locks
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA)
> for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
> For subscription information visit
> http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai...
>
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: East Granby
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 15:44 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Paul (et al), check out tomorrow: https://birdcast.info/news/mig...
Chris Wood
Woodbury, CT
203 558-0654
Flickr: C.S.Wood-Photos
Blog: WoodWarbling
> On Sep 14, 2020, at 4:25 PM, Paul Desjardins via CTBirds wrote:
>
>
>
> Paul Desjardins
> paul.desjardins2@gmail.com
> Phone: (860) 623-3696
>
> A brief visit to East Granby Farms this afternoon yielded but three warbler species but one was a f o s Blackpoll Warbler. Unless it is just me but warblers seem low in numbers and species diversity.
>
> Paul Desjardins
> Windsor Locks
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
> For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai...
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: East Granby
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 15:25 pm
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Paul Desjardins
paul.desjardins2@gmail.com
Phone: (860) 623-3696
A brief visit to East Granby Farms this afternoon yielded but three warbler species but one was a f o s Blackpoll Warbler. Unless it is just me but warblers seem low in numbers and species diversity.
Paul Desjardins
Windsor Locks
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Sora, Gallinule Pistol Creek
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 9:13 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Sora and Common Gallinule continue at Pistol Creek Park in Middletown. Both found in same location north side of the wooden footbridge on the west bank in and out of the reeds in vicinity of ducks. Pics obtained, will post to eBird later.
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Sora, Gallinule Pistol Creek
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 9:13 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Sora and Common Gallinule continue at Pistol Creek Park in Middletown. Both found in same location north side of the wooden footbridge on the west bank in and out of the reeds in vicinity of ducks. Pics obtained, will post to eBird later.
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Sora
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 8:40 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
9/14 sorry for cutoff post. Sora s
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Gallinule/ Sora at Pistol Park
Date: Mon Sep 14 2020 8:38 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
9/14- Gallinule continues north of bridge at Pistol Park as described.
Sora gave brief but great vi
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Common gallinule
Date: Sun Sep 13 2020 10:48 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Still swimming by its self pistol creek berlinSent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
|
Subject: Marbled Godwit @ Ocean State Park
Date: Sun Sep 13 2020 10:24 am
From: ctbirds AT lists.ctbirding.org |
| |
Marbled Godwit @ south end of Alewife Cove, Ocean State Park. (Closer to Waterford Town Beach) Great views. 11:21 am.
Jo Fasciolo
Norwalk
Sent from my iPhone
_______________________________________________
This list is provided by the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) for the discussion of birds and birding in Connecticut.
For subscription information visit http://lists.ctbirding.org/mai... |
