Date: 5/17/24 8:31 am From: Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> Subject: RBA western Pennsylvania, 7 May 2024 (two weeks)
RBA
*Pennsylvania
*Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania
*PAWE05.07.24twoweeks
Highlights:
GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GOOSE X CANADA GOOSE HYBRID
EARED GREBE (Erie County)
WHITE-WINGED DOVE (Erie County)
EASTERN WHIP-POOR-WILL
BLACK-BELLIED PLOVER (Erie County)
PIPING PLOVER (Erie County)
PURPLE SANDPIPER (Erie County)
WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPER
WHIMBREL (Erie County)
WILLET
LONG-BILLED DOWITCHER (Erie County)
AMERICAN AVOCET (Somerset County)
RED-NECKED PHALAROPE (Somerset County)
CASPIAN TERN
RED-THROATED LOON
LEAST BITTERN
GOLDEN EAGLE (Fayette and Greene Counties)
FISH CROW
YELLOW-BELLIED FLYCATCHER
OLIVE-SIDED FLYCATCHER
ALDER FLYCATCHER
PHILADELPHIA VIREO
PURPLE MARTIN
SEDGE WREN (Erie County)
GRAY-CHEEKED THRUSH (Indiana and Mercer Counties)
NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH
GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER
LAWRENCE'S WARBLER (Crawford County)
BREWSTER'S WARBLER (Somerset County)
ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER
SWAINSON'S WARBLER (Allegheny, Fayette, and Westmoreland Counties)
PROTHONOTARY WARBLER (Jefferson County)
VESPER SPARROW
LINCOLN'S SPARROW
HENSLOW'S SPARROW
CLAY-COLORED SPARROW
EVENING GROSBEAK (Beaver and Erie Counties)
SUMMER TANAGER (Fayette and Greene Counties)
RED CROSSBILL (Butler County)
Contributors: Nancy Andersen, Sammy Batista, Karen Beaty, Ken Behrens, Kerry Bell, Ann Bird via eBird, John Boback, Jason Bojczyk, Nathaniel Bowler, Lauren Brock, Nikki Bryer-Kraft, Ron Burkert, Martin Carlin, Theresa Cook, Sarah Davis, Karyn Delaney, John Dzikiy, Adrian Fenton, Mike Fialkovich, John Flannigan, Ross Gallardy, Steve Gosser, Aaron Graham, Linda Grebe via eBird, Maggie Griffith, Sam Guthrie, Eric Hall, Ashley Harold, Bryce Hartman, Margaret & Roger Higbee, James Hill III, Holly Hilliard, Lisa Hladon, Tyler Hodges, Fred Kachmarik, Michelle Kienholz, Ripley Kindervater, Dove K. via eBird, Kyle Klotz, Meg & Nick Kolodick, Glenn Koppel, John Kramer, Annie L. via eBird, Ken Limmer, Chris Lundberg, Mike Lyden, Andrew M. via eBird, Jerry McWilliams, Oscar Miller, Jeff Moore, Robert Mulvihill, Ron Mumme, Valerie Myers, Ken & Elizabeth Nicholson, Thomas Nicolls, Daryl Nolt, Richard Nugent, Tiffany Ohler, Aaron Paul, Kenneth Pinnow, Joseph Pumford, Nathan Rees, Victoria Rothman, James Saracco, Joe Saxfield, Walter Shaffer, Brian Shema, Laura Slipski, Jocelynn Smrekar, Shannon Thompson, Carl Thomson, Mark Vass, Zachary Vaughan, Ken W via eBird, Felix Weilacher, Michael Williams, Carole Winslow, Andrew Wood, Jonathan Woon, David Yeany II, Anna Zizak, Kendall Zook, Dante Zuccaro.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 23 April 2024 through Tuesday, 7 May 2024 (two weeks)
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NOTE: GREAT EGRET, WHITE-WINGED SCOTER, SURF SCOTER, GREATER YELLOWLEGS, DUNLIN, COMMON RAVEN, PINE SISKIN continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
In the Blawnox area on 4/25, 2 FORSTER'S TERNS (RB et. al.).
On 4/26, 4/27, and 4/29 at Frick Park, 1 NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH (ZV, NB, FW); on 5/5, 1 OLIVE-SIDED FLYCATCHER (JW).
At Wingfield Pines on 4/27, 1 LINCOLN'S SPARROW (HH).
On 4/28 at Six Mile Island, 2 FORSTER'S TERNS (SD).
At Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve on 4/28 and 4/29, 1 BLACK VULTURE (KL, NB); nearby on 4/29, 1 NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH (MK).
On 5/1 at Sharpsburg Marina, 9 WILLETS (JD et. al.).
On 5/1 at Fairview Dog Park, 1 YELLOW-BELLIED FLYCATCHER (ST).
At Boyce-Mayview Park on 5/3, 1 NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH (JSar).
On 5/3 in Sewickley, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (AF et. al.).
On 5/3 at Hartwood Acres, 1 LINCOLN'S SPARROW (RN); on 5/4, 1 NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH (MF).
On 5/4 in Upper St. Clair, 1 PHILADELPHIA VIREO (AZ).
Near Indianola on 5/5, 1 BLACK VULTURE (BS).
In Wexford on 5/5, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (NB).
On 5/5 at Deer Lakes Regional Park, 1 MERLIN (MG).
In South Park on 5/6, 1 WINTER WREN (KBeh), 1 SWAINSON'S WARBLER (JF).
On 5/6 in North Park, 1 NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH (RN).
ARMSTRONG COUNTY:
On 5/4 along Taylor Run, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (JBob).
In Kittanning on 5/6, 1 FISH CROW (SGu).
BEAVER COUNTY:
On 4/25 and 5/6 at Independence Marsh, 1 NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH (AZ, JM).
At the Ambridge Reservoir on 4/26, 4/27, 5/3, and 5/4, 1 BLACK SCOTER (MVas, DZ).
In Beaver on 4/28, 1 EVENING GROSBEAK (JM).
On 4/29 in Hopewell, 1 ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER (LH).
At Raccoon Creek State Park on 4/30, 1 COMMON TERN (TC).
On 5/2 at Rocky Bend Nature Preserve, 4 WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPERS (VM).
BUTLER COUNTY:
On 4/29 in Portersville, 1 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GOOSE X CANADA GOOSE (HYBRID) (MC).
Along Stoughton Road on 4/29, 1 WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPER (OM).
On 5/2 at Moraine State Park, 2 WILLETS (GK).
At Lakeview Beach on 5/2, 2 WILLETS (GK), 1 COMMON TERN (AH).
On 5/3 in Cranberry Township, 1 RED CROSSBILL (SB).
At Glade Dam Lake on 5/5 and 5/6, 1 CLAY-COLORED SPARROW (SGo, NBK).
At Jennings Prairie on 5/6, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (NBK).
CLARION COUNTY:
On 4/26 at State Gamelands #72, 1 BLACK-BILLED CUCKOO (DK).
At Maple Glen Farm on 5/7, 1 WILLOW FLYCATCHER (CW).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
At Pymatuning on 4/26, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (KBea); on 4/28, 2 RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (WS).
On 4/28 in Jamestown, 2 RED-HEADED WOODPERCKERS (WS), 2 additional RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (CL).
At Hemlock Hill Field Station on 4/29, 1 LAWRENCE'S WARBLER (RM).
Along Highway 99 on 4/30, 1 LEAST BITTERN, 2 VIRGINIA RAILS, 1 SORA (DN).
On 5/4 at Geneva Swamp, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (KZ).
Along Alden Street on 5/6 and 5/7, 1 ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER (KP).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle State Park on 4/23, 3 PURPLE SANDPIPERS, 1 LONG-BILLED DOWITCHER, 1 CANVASBACK, 3 BLACK SCOTERS, 130 BONAPARTE'S GULLS, 100 CASPIAN TERNS, 1 PEREGRINE FALCON, 1 PURPLE MARTIN (JBoj); on 4/25, 1 LONG-BILLED DOWITCHER, 1 SEDGE WREN, 1 PIPING PLOVER, 12 BONAPARTE'S GULLS, 100 CASPIAN TERNS, 1 BANK SWALLOW, 1 PURPLE MARTIN (EH et. al.); on 4/26-4/27, 2 NORTHERN HARRIERS, PURPLE MARTIN (JMcW), 1 LONG-BILLED DOWITCHER (AM, AW), 1 VEERY (JK); on 4/28, 2 NORTHERN HARRIERS, 1 MERLIN (JMcW), 7 WILLETS (AM), 1 BLACK-BELLIED PLOVER (JBoj et. al.); on 4/29, 1 NORTHERN HARRIER (JMcW), 1 LEAST BITTERN, 1 SEDGE WREN (JBoj); on 5/1, 1 NORTHERN HARRIER, 2 RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS, 1 PURPLE MARTIN, 1 SANDHILL CRANE (JMcW), 1 BLACK-BELLIED PLOVER (JBoj); on 5/2, 1 RED-THROATED LOON (AZ et. al.), 1 WHITE-WINGED DOVE (JBoj); on 5/3, 1 SNOWY EGRET (JMcW), 1 CLAY-COLORED SPARROW (VR); on 5/4, 1 WHIMBREL (JK), 1 CLAY-COLORED SPARROW (JMcW), 1 CERULEAN WARBLER (RM), 1 WILSON'S WARBLER (NBK); on 5/5, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER, 1 CANADA WARBLER (RK), 1 WILSON'S WARBLER (JBoj); on 5/6, 1 PURPLE SANDPIPER (JMcC), 2 CANADA WARBLERS (JMcW), 1 CLAY-COLORED SPARROW (JBoj).
On 4/24 at Edinboro Lake, 1 EARED GREBE (RK et. al.), 3 CASPIAN TERNS, 1 RED-THROATED LOON, 2 BANK SWALLOWS, 4 PURPLE MARTINS (RK); on 4/25, 4/30, and 5/1, 1 EARED GREBE (TN, RG, JH); also on 4/30, 1 WILLET (RG).
Near Ravine Park on 5/3, 1 ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER (NA).
On 5/5 at Glenwood Hills, 1 EVENING GROSBEAK (ML).
FAYETTE COUNTY:
In Spring Valley on 4/27, 1 flyover GOLDEN EAGLE (CT).
On 4/28, 5/2, and 5/3 at Mill Run Reservoir, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (CT, KBel, KW).
At Bear Run Nature Reserve on 4/29, 1 SWAINSON'S WARBLER (DY).
On 5/6 in New Meadow Run, 1 SUMMER TANAGER (AP).
GREENE COUNTY:
Along Day Road on 5/2, 1 WILLOW FLYCATCHER (NR).
On 5/4 in Waynesburg, 1 GOLDEN EAGLE (AB).
On Silo Road on 5/6, 1 SUMMER TANAGER (NR).
INDIANA COUNTY:
At IUP Co-op Park on 4/28, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (TH).
On 5/4 at the Waterworks Conservation Area, 1 OLIVE-SIDED FLYCATCHER, 1 WILSON'S WARBLER, 1 PRAIRIE WARBLER, 1 SORA, 1 YELLOW-BILLED CUCKOO (JP).
On 5/4 at Yellow Creek State Park, 1 GRAY-CHEEKED THRUSH (MH).
JEFFERSON COUNTY:
On 5/1 in Brookville, 1 PROTHONOTARY WARBLER (JSm).
MERCER COUNTY:
On 4/25 at the Shenango Wildlife Area Propagation Ponds, 1 LINCOLN'S SPARROW (MW); on 4/29, 2 WILLETS (MW et. al.).
In Greenville on 4/26, 1 OLIVE-SIDED FLYCATCHER; on 4/28, 1 GRAY-CHEEKED THRUSH, 3 BANK SWALLOWS, 2 PURPLE FINCHES; on 5/5 and 5/6, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (MW).
On 4/29 in Grove City campus, 1 FISH CROW (LB).
SOMERSET COUNTY:
On 4/27 at Lake Somerset, 2 PALM WARBLERS (1 western, 1 yellow) (AG); on 5/4, 1 LAUGHING GULL (LG), 1 COMMON TERN (KK).
At Klondike Ridge on 5/3, 1 BREWSTER'S WARBLER (KK).
On 5/4 at Quemahoning Reservoir, 1 AMERICAN AVOCET (LG); on 5/6, 1 RED-NECKED PHALAROPE (PL).
In Markleton on 5/6, 1 LINCOLN'S SPARROW (TO).
VENANGO COUNTY:
On 4/24 at Justus Lake, 1 GREATER YELLOWLEGS, BONAPARTE'S GULLS, 1 CASPIAN TERN (MK).
At Kahle Lake on 4/26, BONAPARTE'S GULLS, 2 AMERICAN PIPITS (MK).
On 5/6 near Woodland Heights, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (MK).
WARREN COUNTY:
On 4/25 at Point Park, 1 VESPER SPARROW (BH).
Near Tidioute on 5/2, WHIP-POOR-WILL, NORTHERN SAW-WHET OWL (CW).
At Hillside Acres on 5/3 and 5/5, 1 GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER (KN).
WASHINGTON COUNTY:
In McDonald on 4/26, 1 HENSLOW'S SPARROW (MVas).
At State Gamelands #117 on 4/27, 3 HENSLOW'S SPARROWS (FK).
On 4/28 at Hillman State Park, sightings included PINE WARBLERS (KD et. al.).
This week in California area, BLACK VULTURES, COMMON RAVENS (AT).
On 4/29 in Burgettstown, 1 YELLOW-BILLED CUCKOO (LS).
Along Ciaffoni Road near Cecil on 4/29, 2 HENSLOW'S SPARROWS (AN, FK).
WESTMORELAND COUNTY:
On 4/30 at Powdermill Nature Reserve, 1 ALDER FLYCATCHER (AL); on 5/3, 1 SWAINSON'S WARBLER (JSax), 1 PHILADELPHIA VIREO (AL); on 5/7, 1 LINCOLN'S SPARROW (JSax).
Date: 5/17/24 4:46 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (16 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 16, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (_): Just me <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 2-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (5) and Turkey Vultures (17). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Arriving at Chambers Lake, I found the wind had really kicked up with frequent gusts to 30 mph or more. A field office is not meant for such conditions. It was another day stuck in the van. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Great Blue Herons, Double-crested Cormorant, Willow Flycatchers, Great Crested Flycatchers, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatcher, Wood Thrushes, Cedar Waxwings, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Ovenbirds, Yellow Warblers, Indigo Bunting, and Scarlet Tanagers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (2): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (5): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Woodchuck, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 2,000, Miles – 0.85, Floors – 2 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 55; this season: 136 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):” nothing. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks to be a cloudy day with light, changeable winds. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 5/16/24 3:19 pm From: Denise Donmoyer <nightowl57...> Subject: Catbird has a sweet tooth
Sweet Arrow Lake 5/16/24
Just had a Catbird sneaking a sweet treat from my Hummingbird feeder. Never saw that before! The feeder is hung on a metal tripod. The Catbird was grasping one of the legs of the tripod and reaching in to take a sip. Pretty smart.
Date: 5/16/24 3:19 pm From: Glenn Koppel <macatilly...> Subject: Re: Least Bittern, Crawford County
On this note, we talked to a game warden a few years ago about this. His comment was that while technically not illegal in PA., (as it is on federal lands), if he found someone taping a sensitive species, he would give that person a citation. Just a word of caution along with the other comments about the problems of using taped calls to attract birds.
Glenn Koppel
> On May 16, 2024, at 2:15 PM, Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> wrote:
>
> I have to agree, unfortunately, flushing the bittern 3 times and then playing recordings of the rail is all very disruptive. (I do appreciate the excitement of the sightings themselves as I have yet to see my "own" Least Bittern.)
>
> Amy Taracido
> ________________________________
> From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Grant Stevenson <stevensongrant03...>
> Sent: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 3:13 PM
> To: <PABIRDS...> <PABIRDS...>
> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Least Bittern, Crawford County
>
> Google "eBird Sensitive Species List" for a page on not to play paybacks to
> them. Virginia Rail is one, and if I remember correctly, is sensitive "all
> year", and with good reason.
>
> Grant Stevenson
> Lehigh County
>
> On Wed, May 1, 2024, 1:22 PM Mike Coulter <mcoulterdgolf...> wrote:
>
>> Daryl, that is great that you and others were able to see/hear those
>> species. But I have to point out that the fact that the Virginia rail had
>> already announced it's presence is the *exact* reason that you should not
>> have used playback. You run the risk of driving the bird off of its
>> territory. The reason playback works at times is because the targeted bird
>> thinks it has competition. If it cannot locate the source it may "give up"
>> and relocate.
>>
>> I hope this helps as I am not trying to admonish anyone only educate.
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>> Mike
>>
>> On Tue, Apr 30, 2024, 10:19 PM Daryl Nolt <mnf...> wrote:
>>
>>> This afternoon I took a short trek about 1/2 mile south of the Erie
>>> County line along Hwy. 99.
>>> As I was walking along the edge of a marshy area, a small bird lifted
>>> briefly and settled almost immediately.
>>> I tried closing in to where it appeared to have landed, and it flew
>>> again and I noticed buffy patches on its wings.
>>> After again trying to find it, the bird flushed and landed in a small
>>> bush in plain view. I saw the striping on its
>>> belly, and knew I was looking at a bittern. I have never seen either of
>>> the bitterns before, so I called a friend to
>>> notify him, and he helped me ID it as a Least Bittern. The bird was very
>>> cooperative and stayed in the same bush
>>> for about 10 minutes, giving enough time for some other birders to join
>>> me. While watching the bittern, a Virginia Rail
>>> called from a very short distance away. Then the bittern flew but we
>>> were able to relocate it and get within 15 feet for
>>> some great pictures! After playing recordings, not only one, but two!!
>>> Virginia Rails appeared and cackled back and forth
>>> only about 10 feet away! In the midst of all this excitement, a Sora
>>> began calling. We were all able to get some great
>>> looks at both the Virginia Rails and the Least Bittern. What amazing
>>> activity for such a little hotspot!
>>>
>>> I also had a slightly early FOY Tennessee Warbler at our place 2 miles
>>> north of Cambridge Springs yesterday.
>>>
>>> Daryl Nolt
>>> Crawford County
>>>
>>
Date: 5/16/24 11:15 am From: Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> Subject: Re: Least Bittern, Crawford County
I have to agree, unfortunately, flushing the bittern 3 times and then playing recordings of the rail is all very disruptive. (I do appreciate the excitement of the sightings themselves as I have yet to see my "own" Least Bittern.)
Amy Taracido
________________________________
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Grant Stevenson <stevensongrant03...>
Sent: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 3:13 PM
To: <PABIRDS...> <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Least Bittern, Crawford County
Google "eBird Sensitive Species List" for a page on not to play paybacks to
them. Virginia Rail is one, and if I remember correctly, is sensitive "all
year", and with good reason.
Grant Stevenson
Lehigh County
On Wed, May 1, 2024, 1:22 PM Mike Coulter <mcoulterdgolf...> wrote:
> Daryl, that is great that you and others were able to see/hear those
> species. But I have to point out that the fact that the Virginia rail had
> already announced it's presence is the *exact* reason that you should not
> have used playback. You run the risk of driving the bird off of its
> territory. The reason playback works at times is because the targeted bird
> thinks it has competition. If it cannot locate the source it may "give up"
> and relocate.
>
> I hope this helps as I am not trying to admonish anyone only educate.
>
> Regards,
>
> Mike
>
> On Tue, Apr 30, 2024, 10:19 PM Daryl Nolt <mnf...> wrote:
>
> > This afternoon I took a short trek about 1/2 mile south of the Erie
> > County line along Hwy. 99.
> > As I was walking along the edge of a marshy area, a small bird lifted
> > briefly and settled almost immediately.
> > I tried closing in to where it appeared to have landed, and it flew
> > again and I noticed buffy patches on its wings.
> > After again trying to find it, the bird flushed and landed in a small
> > bush in plain view. I saw the striping on its
> > belly, and knew I was looking at a bittern. I have never seen either of
> > the bitterns before, so I called a friend to
> > notify him, and he helped me ID it as a Least Bittern. The bird was very
> > cooperative and stayed in the same bush
> > for about 10 minutes, giving enough time for some other birders to join
> > me. While watching the bittern, a Virginia Rail
> > called from a very short distance away. Then the bittern flew but we
> > were able to relocate it and get within 15 feet for
> > some great pictures! After playing recordings, not only one, but two!!
> > Virginia Rails appeared and cackled back and forth
> > only about 10 feet away! In the midst of all this excitement, a Sora
> > began calling. We were all able to get some great
> > looks at both the Virginia Rails and the Least Bittern. What amazing
> > activity for such a little hotspot!
> >
> > I also had a slightly early FOY Tennessee Warbler at our place 2 miles
> > north of Cambridge Springs yesterday.
> >
> > Daryl Nolt
> > Crawford County
> >
>
Date: 5/16/24 12:36 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (15 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 15, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: John McNamara, Rick Robinson
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (3): Rick Robinson, John McNamara <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 1-Cooper's Hawk, 2-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (5) and Turkey Vultures (34). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> The weather and visibility somehow got even worse at Chambers Lake. I shouldn’t even be out here, but I was. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Duck, Swifts, Spotted Sandpiper, Cormorant, Great Blue Herons, Pewees, Great Crested Flycatchers, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatchers, Wood Thrushes, Cedar Waxwings, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Ovenbirds, Northern Waterthrush, Yellowthroats, Yellow Warblers, Blackpoll Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, and Scarlet Tanager <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (2): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (1): Red-eared Slider. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 1,294, Miles – 0.55, Floors – 1 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 60; this season: 136 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (1):” Pewee. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks to be sunny with a north wind. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 12:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 3 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Madalen Goitia, Rileigh Leach
Weather: No count conducted the first hours due to bad weather
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/15/24 1:38 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (14 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 14, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 12:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 2 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (1): Just me in the rain <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: Turkey Vultures (3).
<BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Once at Chambers Lake, the rain really kicked in, keeping me in the van. There was very little activity, anyway. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Duck, Chimney Swift, Spotted Sandpipers, Cormorant, Great Blue Herons, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Wood Thrushes, Cedar Waxwings, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Ovenbirds, Yellow Warblers, and Yellowthroats <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (2): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (1): Red-eared Slider. Mammals (4): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Woodchuck, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 0, Miles – 0, Floors – 0 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 52; this season: 135 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):” nothing. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks like continued rain <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Mary-Kate Reed, Rileigh Leach
Weather: Cloudy, high 73f. On and off drizzle in afternoon with rain at 2PM EST
Raptor Observations: Saw Black Vulture with HMS wing tag
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/14/24 7:45 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (13 May 2024) 2 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 13, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (1): <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Bald Eagle, 1-Red-shouldered Hawk, 2-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (14) and Turkey Vultures (45). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Chambers Lake was bustling with activity; folks were enjoying a glance at nice weather. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Swifts, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Least Sandpiper, Great Blue Herons, Kingbirds, Willow Flycatchers, Warbling Vireos, Gnatcatcher, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Wood Thrushes, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Ovenbirds, Yellowthroats, Redstart, Yellow Warblers, Blackpoll Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Scarlet Tanager, and Indigo Bunting <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (2): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (3): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 3,320, Miles – 1.41, Floors – 2 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 58; this season: 135 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (1):” Least Sandpiper. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks as if some more rain is on the way. What else? <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 5/13/24 8:51 pm From: Ted Nichols II <tanicholsii...> Subject: Important Event on Bird-Glass Collisions in Lancaster – May 21!
Lancaster County Bird Club and Franklin & Marshall College are excited to
invite you to an enlightening event, "Saving Birds: The Science Behind
Bird-Glass Collisions and the Need for Bird-Friendly Buildings" being held
next week in the heart of Southcentral Pennsylvania. This event is meant to
foster greater awareness on this important conservation issue with members
of the general public and local and state officials.
📅 Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2024
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Bonchek Lecture Hall, Barshinger Life Sciences and Philosophy
Building, Franklin & Marshall College, 850 Harrisburg Ave., Lancaster, PA
Learn from Dr. Daniel Klem, a renowned ornithologist whose pioneering
research on bird-glass collisions has brought significant attention to this
critical conservation issue. His work emphasizes the need for bird-friendly
building designs to mitigate these collisions and protect bird species.
The event features: opening remarks from Dr. Dan Ardia from F&M, remarks
from Dr. Klem and Paul Groleau of Feather Friendly and will wrap up with an
engaging moderated panel that will feature a question-and-answer period.
Engaging displays from conservation organizations, glass manufacturers and
companies striving to make glass bird-friendly will be available prior to
the formal program. Arrive early to explore these informative tables
starting at 5:30 PM.
For those unable to attend in person, an online broadcast will be
available. A link to the online broadcast will be added to the event
page (*listed
below*) closer to the event date. In-person attendance is however strongly
encouraged!
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the leaders on this important
conservation issue.
Date: 5/13/24 6:48 pm From: Karyn Delaney <delaneykaryn...> Subject: Fwd: eBird -- J.E. Miller Road -- May 13, 2024
Subject: eBird -- J.E. Miller Road -- May 13, 2024
I spent a lovely morning and early afternoon in Linn Run State Park and Forbes State Forest. I walked Wolf Rocks Trail, Spruce Flats Trail, JE Miller Road, Picnic Area Trail and Spruce Flats Bog Trail for a loop.
Canada Warblers were everywhere... 10 on Wolf Rocks Trail (saw 3), 1 on JE Miller Road, 5 on Picnic Area Trail (saw 2), and one at the Bog. Black-throated Green and Blue Warblers were numerous, as were Chestnut-sided, Black & White and Ovenbirds. In lesser numbers were Magnolia, Blackburnian & Tennessee. I saw 2 Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers apparently excavating a dead tree along Spruce Flats Trail. Veery have returned with their beautiful call. The best bird of the day for me was a Worm-eating Warbler on JE Miller Road which I was fortunate to see. Below is an ebird report from JE Miller Road.
Karyn Delaney
J.E. Miller Road May 13, 2024 12:45 PM Traveling 0.35 miles 45 minutes All birds reported? Yes Comments:
Date: 5/13/24 2:46 pm From: Kendall Zook <kendallzook98...> Subject: American White Pelican, Erie Co.
Daryl and Jesse Nolt just called and told me about an American White Pelican off the tip of Gull Point, swimming towards the bay. They are out there now, so I am reporting for them.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Madalen Goitia
Weather: Cloudy, foggy, high 73, low S winds, less than 4 mph
Raptor Observations: Local Cooper's hawk vocalizing
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/12/24 6:50 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (12 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 12, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (1): <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 1-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (1) and Turkey Vultures (6). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Continuing on, I was finally at Chambers Lake, where Willow Flycatchers [my FOY] were suddenly obvious, and their “Fitz-brew” calls frequently heard. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Ducks, Swifts, Spotted Sandpiper, Great Blue Herons, Common Loon, Willow Flycatchers, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Bank Swallow, Veery, Wood Thrushes, Cedar Waxwings, Field Sparrows, Bobolinks, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Scarlet Tanager, Indigo Bunting, Ovenbirds, Yellowthroats, Redstart, Blackpoll Warblers, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Yellow Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (0). Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (5): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Woodchuck, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 2,177, Miles – 0.93, Floors – 0 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 64; this season: 134 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Willow Flycatcher and Chestnut-sided Warbler. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks mostly sunny with light SW winds. There was a Swallow-tailed Kite seen yesterday in Coatesville. We'll keep an eye out! <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 5/12/24 9:32 am From: Randy Stringer <0000014328ddae02-dmarc-request...> Subject: PISP Erie County Birds
Dear Birders. Eight hours will net you results if you bird the right location and weather cooperates. Saturday gave me 24 warbler species including a Bay-breasted and Orange-crowned at Fry's Landing. A cooperative Mourning was present at Thompson Circle. This location held one Lincoln's Sparrow. A Peregrine Plummeted on prey in Thompson Bay Inlet, where a female Common Merganser coddled ten babies out of reach near a log. Surprisingly, an adult Golden Eagle allowed a ten minute study, viewing it from Pine Tree Trail to Thompson Circle before it headed out over Lake Erie. 109 species were found in the park from 7:00-3:00 despite the wind and rain from 1-3. Randy StringerGrove City
Date: 5/12/24 2:31 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (10 May 2024) Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 10, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 10:30:00 Total observation time: 2.5 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (0): Nobody in this rain <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: Not a single hawk was seen in the rain
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> We have to endure yet another full day of rain today. I passed on my walk today, choosing to just sit at Chambers Lake. Not much was happening in the steady rain but this is “Phalarope weather.” The only birds seen worth mentioning were Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Swifts, Cormorant, Great Blue Herons, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Wood Thrushes, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Scarlet Tanager, Ovenbirds, Yellowthroats, Redstart, Yellow Warblers, Blackpoll Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers. All at once, there were 5 Spotted Sandpipers at the boat ramp busily chasing one-another. By 11 am, I had had enough of watching nothing happening at Chambers Lake. I thought I’d give Struble Lake a look. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Swifts, Cormorant, Spotted Sandpipers, Great Blue Herons, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Wood Thrushes, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Scarlet Tanager, Ovenbirds, Yellowthroats, Redstart, Yellow Warblers, Blackpoll Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (0). Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (1): Red-eared Slider. Mammals (3): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 2,381, Miles – 1.01, Floors – 0 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 49; this season: 132 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):” nothing. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!" ======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: Andy Price
Counters:
Weather: Overcast with some clearing midday. Southeast winds 1-7 mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/11/24 8:26 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks CO.
The following were seen or heard on the morning bird walk form the Silver Lake Nature Center located in Bristol, PA
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center, Bucks, Pennsylvania, USMay 11, 2024 7:30 AM - 10:30 AMProtocol: TravelingParticipants: 81.0 mile(s)55 species
Canada Goose 4Mallard 4Rock Pigeon (Feral Pigeon) 3Mourning Dove 3Yellow-billed Cuckoo 1Ruby-throated Hummingbird 1Spotted Sandpiper 1Laughing Gull 1Green Heron 1Great Blue Heron 2Turkey Vulture 4Red-tailed Hawk 1Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 1 Downy sized with red on top of head and yellow on neck and chest. Adult FemaleRed-bellied Woodpecker 4Downy Woodpecker 2Northern Flicker 1Eastern Phoebe 2Great Crested Flycatcher 4Eastern Kingbird 1Warbling Vireo 6Red-eyed Vireo 4Blue Jay 2American Crow 2Carolina Chickadee 1Tufted Titmouse 1Tree Swallow 6Northern Rough-winged Swallow 5House Wren 1Carolina Wren 5European Starling 3Gray Catbird 10Wood Thrush 5American Robin 15House Sparrow 3American Goldfinch 6White-throated Sparrow 6Song Sparrow 3Baltimore Oriole 3Red-winged Blackbird 5Brown-headed Cowbird 1Common Grackle 1Ovenbird 4Northern Waterthrush 1Black-and-white Warbler 2Common Yellowthroat 3American Redstart 5Northern Parula 4Magnolia Warbler 1Yellow Warbler 6Blackpoll Warbler 3Black-throated Blue Warbler 1Yellow-rumped Warbler 1Black-throated Green Warbler 4Summer Tanager 1 Larger than Scarlet Tanager, bird was 1st spring male with the spotty red on the back. Seen by many with photos taken.Northern Cardinal 3
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S173510928 This report was generated automatically by eBird v3 (https://ebird.org/home)
Doug Filler
Levittown, PA.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 09:00:00 Total observation time: 1 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Andy Price
Weather: clearing fog
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/10/24 2:52 pm From: jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: Clarion Co- young screech owls, willow flycatcher, yellow-breasted chat
lovely post
jk
On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 02:23:52 PM EDT, Carole Winslow <cjwinslow94...> wrote:
Yesterday was a glorious day to be out and see more new arrivals, the
best being a willow flycatcher just a little early, but feeding in typical
breeding habitat for here. I was able to watch it for some time and also
get a recording to document the call. I have been hoping to have the chat
return to my overgrown strip field and yesterday it obliged me with a
couple minutes of song. I wasn't able to locate it but it was singing in
the same area where I believe they nested last year. I had a couple parulas
singing as well and a bobolink flew over the field. I think I had 15
different warbler species for the day. The blue-gray gnatcatchers have
continued to build the nest I found the other day and are tireless in
obtaining small pieces of tent worm silk, lichen, and grapevine shreds to
use.
Last night was the best end to the day, when we were finally able to
confirm the screech owls for certain. They are not in the nest box but
across the road from the barn, about 20-25 ft up in a hickory tree. Based
on the timing of the female leaving the barn roost, I figured the young
should be hatched in the past week or so. There was a good bit of mobbing
noise toward dusk in the general area and I thought we should just check
and see if we could maybe see an adult bringing food. To my surprise, there
were two gray/white downy young with dark eyes, visible in the entrance,
bobbing around and peering out, and while we watched an adult flew in and
perched, looked at us and the young were peering around it and giving their
little raspy calls, then it flew off so not sure if it brought food or not.
They bobbed around another minute then ducked back inside. What a treat to
see ! I had seen the owl perched in this opening at dusk when it first left
the barn but then started questioning if it was really in there. We noticed
also just in the last several days they were calling more often in that
area, so I suspect they have been busier with the young and are
communicating more. I will be looking forward to watching the progress !
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 1 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Katia Gutierrez , Mary-Kate Reed
Weather: Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 52. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Today we weren't able to count because of bad weather conditions ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/10/24 12:38 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (09 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 09, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (1): <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (2) and Turkey Vultures (8). <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Up at Chambers Lake, a Wild Turkey could be heard occasionally calling from Rand’s Woods. Once again it was equally slow here at the lake. This day was dingy and dreary, and getting worse by the minute. Rain was here at 2pm, as predicted. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Wild Turkey, Spotted Sandpipers, Chimney Swifts, Great Blue Herons, Great Crested Flycatchers, Eastern Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatchers, Veery, Wood Thrushes, Cedar Waxwings, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Scarlet Tanagers, Indigo Buntings, Ovenbirds, Black-and-white Warblers, Yellowthroats, Redstarts, Yellow Warblers, Northern Waterthrush, Blackpoll Warbler, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (2): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (3): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog, Gray Tree Frog. Mammals (4): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Woodchuck, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 12,351, Miles – 5.26, Floors – 26 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 65; this season: 132 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (1):” Blackpoll Warbler. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks light rain all day with east winds. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 5/9/24 3:58 pm From: DAVID SIEMINSKI <dksieminski...> Subject: Northampton County Plainfield Township Rec Trail
This morning at 6:30 am I saw the following birds on the Plainfield Township Rec Trail South of Knitters Hill.
Barn Swallows Gray Catbird Mourning Dove American Robin Common Grackle Carolina Wren Northern Flicker DownyWoodpecker House Finch Red-Bellied Woodpecker Warbling Vireo Turkey Vultures Black Vultures American Crow Yellow Warbler White-Throated Sparrow Song Sparrow
Date: 5/9/24 1:16 pm From: Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> Subject: RBA western Pennsylvania, 23 April 2024
RBA
*Pennsylvania
*Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania
*PAWE04.23.24
Highlights:
TRUMPETER SWAN
WHITE-WINGED DOVE (Crawford County)
BLACK-BELLIED PLOVER (Crawford County)
DUNLIN
PURPLE SANDPIPER
FORSTER'S TERN
AMERICAN BITTERN
GOLDEN EAGLE (Erie and Fayette Counties)
FISH CROW
CLIFF SWALLOW
BANK SWALLOW
MARSH WREN
ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER
WORM-EATING WARBLER
CANADA WARBLER
VESPER SPARROW
HENSLOW'S SPARROW
LARK SPARROW (Indiana County)
SUMMER TANAGER (Butler County)
RUSTY BLACKBIRD
Contributors: Kerry Bell, David Bennett, Jason Bojczyk, Trip Bondi, Amanda Borcz, Thomas Connor, Adrian Fenton, John Flannigan, Eric Hall, Roho Johnarson, Matt Juskowich, Dove K. on eBird, Fred Kachmarik, Michelle Kienholz, Ripley Kindervater, Jason Kitting, Jerry McWilliams, Brian Miller, Thomas Nicolls, Kenneth Pinnow, Joseph Pumford, Theo Rickert, Jennifer Scott, Walter Shaffer, Jerry Stanley, Linda Szczepanski, Kasia Thomas, Christina Yuan, Kendall Zook.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 16 April 2024 through Tuesday, 23 April 2024
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NOTE: LONG-TAILED DUCK, CHESTNUT-SIDED WARBLER, PINE SISKIN continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
At Bridgeside Point 2 in Pittsburgh on 4/17, 1 BLACK VULTURE (KT).
On 4/17 at Frick Park, 1 ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER (MK).
On 4/20 at North Park, 2 FORSTER'S TERNS (DB).
At Wingfield Pines on 4/20, 1 AMERICAN BITTERN (TC et. al.).
On 4/21 along Peters Creek Road, 1 VIRGINIA RAIL (MJ).
At Dashields Dam on 4/21, 2 FORSTER'S TERNS (AF).
On 4/23 near South Park, 1 MARSH WREN (RJ et. al.).
ARMSTRONG COUNTY:
Along Armstrong Trail on 4/18, 2 BLACK VULTURES; on 4/20, 1 WORM-EATING WARBLER (TR).
BUTLER COUNTY:
On 4/18 at Moraine State Park, 1 SUMMER TANAGER (AB); on 4/22, 1 CANADA WARBLER (LS).
CLARION COUNTY:
On Clarion Loop Trail on 4/22, 5 FISH CROWS (DK).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
Near Cambridge Springs through 4/17, 1 VESPER SPARROW (KZ).
At Miller's Ponds on 4/17, 3 DUNLIN (BM); on 4/20, 1 BLACK-BELLIED PLOVER, 35 DUNLIN (WS); on 4/21, 1 BLACK-BELLIED PLOVER, 2 DUNLIN (KP); on 4/23, 1 DUNLIN (TN).
On 4/20 in Meadville, 1 WHITE-WINGED DOVE (KP).
At Conneaut Marsh on 4/20, 1 ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER (CY).
On 4/22 at Sugar Lake, 1 TRUMPETER SWAN (EH).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle State Park on 4/16, 1 FISH CROW (JB); on 4/17, sightings included 2 NORTHERN HARRIERS, 1 GOLDEN EAGLE, 8,653 BROAD-WINGED HAWKS, CLIFF SWALLOW (JM); on 4/18, 3 BANK SWALLOWS; on 4/19, 1 BANK SWALLOW (JB); on 4/23, 1 NORTHERN HARRIER, 1 PEREGRINE FALCON, 3 PURPLE MARTINS, 5 SANDHILL CRANES (JM), 5 PURPLE SANDPIPERS (JB).
On 4/18 at State Gamelands #218, 1 GOLDEN EAGLE (RK).
FAYETTE COUNTY:
On 4/21 at Jacobs Creek Wetlands, 1 GOLDEN EAGLE (KB).
INDIANA COUNTY:
On 4/21 at Yellow Creek State Park, 1 LARK SPARROW, BONAPARTE'S GULLS, RUSTY BLACKBIRDS, PINE WARBLER (JP); on 4/23, 1 COMMON GALLINULE (TR et. al.).
VENANGO COUNTY:
In Woodland Heights on 4/17, 2 MERLIN (JSc).
On 4/20 at Justus Lake, 5 GREATER YELLOWLEGS (JSt).
WASHINGTON COUNTY:
Along Ciaffoni Road on 4/17, 2 HENSLOW'S SPARROWS (FK).
On 4/20 at Greencove wetlands, 1 MARSH WREN (TB).
Near Ginger Hill on 4/20, 2 TRUMPETER SWANS (JF).
Through 4/23 in California, BLACK VULTURES, COMMON RAVENS (AT).
WESTMORELAND COUNTY:
On 4/17 at Powdermill Nature Reserve, 1 MARSH WREN (JK).
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Katia Gutierrez , Madalen Goitia
Weather: Partly sunny, high 66 degrees. NW winds 5 mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Contributors: Jason Bojczyk, Carole Borek, Ron Burkert, Meredith Cellitti, John Dzikiy, John Flannigan, John Garrett, Amy Henrici, Christopher Hinkle, Ripley Kindervater, John Kramer, Ken Limmer, Joanna Lorance, Chris Lundberg, Jerry McWilliams, Jeff Moore, Robert Mulvihill, Richard Nugent, Kevin Parsons, Jennifer Scott, Carole Winslow, David Yeany II, Kendall Zook.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 9 April 2024 through Tuesday, 16 April 2024
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NOTE: BROAD-WINGED HAWK, PINE WARBLER, "FOY" WARBLERS, PINE SISKIN continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
On 4/12 at Washington's Landing, 1 CASPIAN TERN (DY).
At Elizabeth Riverfront Park on 4/12, 2 FORSTER'S TERNS (JF).
On 4/12 at North Park, 1 FORSTER'S TERN (JD).
In Aspinwall on 4/12, 1 BLACK VULTURE (CB).
On 4/12 at Highland Park bridge, 1 FORSTER'S TERN (RB).
At Rachel Carson Riverfront Park on 4/14, 1 NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH (AH).
On 4/14 along Stoney Lane Farm, 1 EASTERN WHIP-POOR-WILL (KP).
In downtown Pittsburgh on 4/14, 1 BLACK-CROWNED NIGHT-HERON (RM).
At Chatham University on 4/16, 1 GRAY-CHEEKED THRUSH (KL).
BEAVER COUNTY:
At Raccoon Creek State Park on 4/15, 3 BANK SWALLOWS (JMo).
CLARION COUNTY:
On 4/15 along the North Country Trail, WINTER WRENS (CW).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
On 4/14 at Millers Ponds, 11 DUNLIN (CL).
Near Cambridge Springs through 4/16, 1 VESPER SPARROW (KZ).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle State Park on 4/10, 3 LAPLAND LONGSPURS (CH); on 4/11, 2 NORTHERN HARRIERS (JMc), 1 FORSTER'S TERN (JB); on 4/13, 1 FORSTER'S TERN (RK), 3 LAPLAND LONGSPURS (JG); on 4/14, 3 NORTHERN HARRIERS, 1 MERLIN, HORNED LARK, AMERICAN PIPIT (JMc), 1 WESTERN GREBE (JG), 1 EASTERN WHIP-POOR-WILL, 1 BANK SWALLOW (JB), 4 PURPLE SANDPIPERS (JK); on 4/15, 1 FORSTER'S TERN (JB).
On 4/14 at Fairview Business Park, 1 LAUGHING GULL (JL).
Date: 5/9/24 2:25 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (08 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 08, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 18:00:00 Total observation time: 10 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Rick Robinson
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (2): Rick Robinson <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 3-Bald Eagle, 2-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (15) and Turkey Vultures (52). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-1; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Back up at Chambers Lake, the slow, odd day continued. It was still much better than the rainy washout I had expected. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Swifts, Yellow-billed Cuckoos, Spotted Sandpipers, Solitary Sandpiper, Ring-billed Gulls, Cormorant, Green Herons, Great Blue Herons, Phoebe, Great Crested Flycatchers, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatchers, Veeries, Wood Thrushes, Cedar Waxwings, Field Sparrows, Bobolinks, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Ovenbirds, Yellowthroats, Redstarts, Northern Parula, Yellow Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, Scarlet Tanagers, and Indigo Buntings <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (7): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur, Orange Sulphur, Silver-spotted Skipper, Red Admiral, Spring Azure. Dragonflies (1): Green Darner. Reptiles & Amphibians (3): Red-eared Slider, Gray Tree Frog, Bullfrog. Mammals (5): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Woodchuck, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 16,004, Miles – 6.82, Floors – 29 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 71; this season: 131 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Bobolink and Solitary Sandpiper. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks like there might be some time before the rain settles in. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Compiler:
Counters:
Weather: Sunny, high 80 degrees, SW winds 1-5 mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Yesterday (one of the first really warm, sunny days we’ve had here in New Hampshire this cold, damp spring) I watched a blue jay doing exactly the same thing against a sun-warmed boulder out back. As others have indicated, that’s typical sunbathing behavior which a growing body of research suggests may be tied to ectoparasite control. Given the skin-crawly number of mites that were in the phoebe nest on our front porch last summer after two successful broods, I expect the birds really need it.
Scott Weidensaul
Milton NH (formerly Schuylkill Co.)
> On May 8, 2024, at 1:20 PM, Moses Martin <00000164618c6282-dmarc-request...> wrote:
>
> While waiting for the vet to come in an examine our malamute, I looked out the window and saw some interesting behavior. The Phoebe had a nest, apparently with eggs, under the eave, but would frequently come up to the edge of the roof and sit on the rain gutter. It would then stretch its wings (one at a time) out and lay them flat on the hot asphalt shingles (which were in the sun). Then it would fly back down to the nest. Occasionally it would sort of lie with its breast on the shingles and then return to the nest. Temps were up in the 70's, but the only thing I reason I could come up with for these actions was that it was heating up its feathers to aid with incubating the eggs. Anybody ever see or hear of this type of behavior before?
> Was walking out into our woods and heard the rustle of wings. It was my FOY Great-crested Flycatcher, giving me a nice look while perching about 40 feet away at eye level. All the while a Wood Thrush was singing its heart out nearby.
> Moses MartinMillville, PA
Date: 5/8/24 11:23 am From: Carole Winslow <cjwinslow94...> Subject: Clarion Co- young screech owls, willow flycatcher, yellow-breasted chat
Yesterday was a glorious day to be out and see more new arrivals, the best being a willow flycatcher just a little early, but feeding in typical breeding habitat for here. I was able to watch it for some time and also get a recording to document the call. I have been hoping to have the chat return to my overgrown strip field and yesterday it obliged me with a couple minutes of song. I wasn't able to locate it but it was singing in the same area where I believe they nested last year. I had a couple parulas singing as well and a bobolink flew over the field. I think I had 15 different warbler species for the day. The blue-gray gnatcatchers have continued to build the nest I found the other day and are tireless in obtaining small pieces of tent worm silk, lichen, and grapevine shreds to use.
Last night was the best end to the day, when we were finally able to confirm the screech owls for certain. They are not in the nest box but across the road from the barn, about 20-25 ft up in a hickory tree. Based on the timing of the female leaving the barn roost, I figured the young should be hatched in the past week or so. There was a good bit of mobbing noise toward dusk in the general area and I thought we should just check and see if we could maybe see an adult bringing food. To my surprise, there were two gray/white downy young with dark eyes, visible in the entrance, bobbing around and peering out, and while we watched an adult flew in and perched, looked at us and the young were peering around it and giving their little raspy calls, then it flew off so not sure if it brought food or not. They bobbed around another minute then ducked back inside. What a treat to see ! I had seen the owl perched in this opening at dusk when it first left the barn but then started questioning if it was really in there. We noticed also just in the last several days they were calling more often in that area, so I suspect they have been busier with the young and are communicating more. I will be looking forward to watching the progress !
Date: 5/8/24 10:32 am From: Michael Fialkovich <0000012b4af48ab0-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: Odd Phoebe behavior
Hi Moses,
It might have been sunbathing. I saw a Black Phoebe doing the same thing on the sand in California. It was flat on the sand with wings spread.
The species I most often see sunbathing is American Robin, usually on the ground.
That's my guess.
Mike Fialkovich
Allegheny County
On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 01:20:45 PM EDT, Moses Martin <00000164618c6282-dmarc-request...> wrote:
While waiting for the vet to come in an examine our malamute, I looked out the window and saw some interesting behavior. The Phoebe had a nest, apparently with eggs, under the eave, but would frequently come up to the edge of the roof and sit on the rain gutter. It would then stretch its wings (one at a time) out and lay them flat on the hot asphalt shingles (which were in the sun). Then it would fly back down to the nest. Occasionally it would sort of lie with its breast on the shingles and then return to the nest. Temps were up in the 70's, but the only thing I reason I could come up with for these actions was that it was heating up its feathers to aid with incubating the eggs. Anybody ever see or hear of this type of behavior before?
Was walking out into our woods and heard the rustle of wings. It was my FOY Great-crested Flycatcher, giving me a nice look while perching about 40 feet away at eye level. All the while a Wood Thrush was singing its heart out nearby.
Moses MartinMillville, PA
Birds often sun themselves like that to help rid themselves of feather lice.
Sent from my iPhone
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> On May 8, 2024, at 1:20 PM, Moses Martin <00000164618c6282-dmarc-request...> wrote:
>
> While waiting for the vet to come in an examine our malamute, I looked out the window and saw some interesting behavior. The Phoebe had a nest, apparently with eggs, under the eave, but would frequently come up to the edge of the roof and sit on the rain gutter. It would then stretch its wings (one at a time) out and lay them flat on the hot asphalt shingles (which were in the sun). Then it would fly back down to the nest. Occasionally it would sort of lie with its breast on the shingles and then return to the nest. Temps were up in the 70's, but the only thing I reason I could come up with for these actions was that it was heating up its feathers to aid with incubating the eggs. Anybody ever see or hear of this type of behavior before?
> Was walking out into our woods and heard the rustle of wings. It was my FOY Great-crested Flycatcher, giving me a nice look while perching about 40 feet away at eye level. All the while a Wood Thrush was singing its heart out nearby.
> Moses MartinMillville, PA
Date: 5/8/24 10:20 am From: Moses Martin <00000164618c6282-dmarc-request...> Subject: Odd Phoebe behavior
While waiting for the vet to come in an examine our malamute, I looked out the window and saw some interesting behavior. The Phoebe had a nest, apparently with eggs, under the eave, but would frequently come up to the edge of the roof and sit on the rain gutter. It would then stretch its wings (one at a time) out and lay them flat on the hot asphalt shingles (which were in the sun). Then it would fly back down to the nest. Occasionally it would sort of lie with its breast on the shingles and then return to the nest. Temps were up in the 70's, but the only thing I reason I could come up with for these actions was that it was heating up its feathers to aid with incubating the eggs. Anybody ever see or hear of this type of behavior before?
Was walking out into our woods and heard the rustle of wings. It was my FOY Great-crested Flycatcher, giving me a nice look while perching about 40 feet away at eye level. All the while a Wood Thrush was singing its heart out nearby.
Moses MartinMillville, PA
Date: 5/8/24 2:41 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (07 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 07, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Bill Burkert, Chris Cancelmo, Jerry Jeffers
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (4): Bill Burkert, Chris Cancelmo, Jerry Jeffers <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-shouldered Hawk, 2-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (4) and Turkey Vultures (46).
<BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Chambers Lake was busy with people trying to enjoy one day of good weather before it turns bad once again over the next few days. This has been rough. I saw my first Silver-spotted Skipper of the year, mineralizing on the shoreline mud. Late in the day, the clouds rolled in in preparation of the next bout of bad weather. Oh well. A Yellow-billed Cuckoo was constantly calling, although Bill could not hear it. It must have been a female. AnnE, Bill’s significant other and a person in-the-know, tells me that Bill does not hear females… [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Ruddy Ducks, Wood Ducks, Horned Grebe, chimney Swifts, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Great Blue Herons, Phoebe, Great Crested Flycatcher, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatchers, Veeries, Wood Thrushes, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Ovenbirds, Redstarts, Northern Parula, Yellow Warblers, Yellowthroats, Black-throated Blue Warbler, Scarlet Tanager, indigo Buntings, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (7): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur, Wild Indigo Duskywing, Silver-spotted Skipper, Red Admiral, Spring Azure. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 7,338, Miles – 3.13, Floors – 13 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 66; this season: 129 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (1):” Yellow-billed Cuckoo. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks better than predicted with the rain holding off till the next day. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 5/8/24 2:29 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (06 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 06, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Chris Cancelmo
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (2): Chris Cancelmo <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 1-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (1) and Turkey Vultures (6). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> At last, at Chambers Lake, the fog lifted a bit, though visibility was still limited. I did come up with a few birds, though…and a bad day out birding is better than a great day doing almost anything else, right? [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Ruddy Ducks, Wood Ducks, Lesser Scaup, Horned Grebe, Cormorants, Swifts, Spotted Sandpipers, Great Blue Herons, Phoebe, Great Crested Flycatchers, Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, White-eyed Vireo, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatchers, Veery, Wood Thrushes, Cedar Waxwings, Field Sparrows, Orchard Oriole, Baltimore Orioles, Scarlet Tanagers, Indigo Buntings, Ovenbirds, Black-and-white Warbler, Yellowthroats, Redstarts, Northern Parula, Yellow Warblers, Black-throated Blue Warblers, Black-throated Green Warblers, Blackburnian Warbler, Tennessee Warbler [FOY], and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (4): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur, Spring Azure. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (3): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog, Bullfrog. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 16,644, Miles – 7.09, Floors – 50 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 74; this season: 128 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (3):” Blackburnian Warbler, Black-throated Green Warbler, and Tennessee Warbler.
<BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!" ======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Madalen Goitia, Rileigh Leach
Weather: Partly cloudy, high 78, variable wind and less than 4mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Black rat snake hanging on a tree ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Mary-Kate Reed
Weather: Cloudy, high 73F, NW winds 2mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 10:30:00 Total observation time: 1.5 hours
Official Counter: Jerry McWilliams
Observers:
Visitors: none
Weather: Cloudy with strong south wind and mild, with an occasional light shower.
Raptor Observations: Single widely spaced Sharpies flying along the lake, but not much else.
Non-raptor Observations: Common Merganser 1, Mourning Dove, Indigo Bunting 2, Baltimore Oriole, Barn Swallow, Chimney Swift, Solitary Sandpiper 1, European Starling, Common Grackle, Red-winged Blackbird, Brown-headed Cowbird, American Goldfinch, and a few unidentified Passerines.
Predictions: Cloudy and cooler with NNE wind. A flight not likely.Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <a.jerrymcw...>
Date: 5/5/24 5:33 am From: Grant Stevenson <stevensongrant03...> Subject: Re: Winter Raptor Survey Data now available
We have a lot of fun. Shout out to Greg especially, and all involved.
Thanks and kudos to Nick Pulcinella and others involved in analysis of and
writing up the results for publication.
Grant Stevenson
Allentown, Lehigh County
On Sun, May 5, 2024, 8:00 AM Franklin Haas <fhaasbirds...> wrote:
> Pennsylvania‛s Winter Raptor Survey was started in 2001 by Greg Grove.
>
> Since then, there have been annual summaries of the survey published in
> Pennsylvania Birds.
>
> Now you can see the raw data from these surveys on the PSO website.
>
> You can see the effort expended (miles, hours) and the birds counted.
>
> You can search it by county, route, species, etc.
>
> Go to https://pabirds.org/ click on Projects and then Winter Raptor
> Survey.
>
> Give it a spin...
>
> Frank Haas
> PSO Webmaster
>
> --
> Frank Haas
>
> Wisdom begins with putting the right name to a thing.
>
Date: 5/4/24 2:35 pm From: Lisa Dziuban <dziubanlisa...> Subject: Barn Swallows-Plumstead Twp., Bucks Co.
This is a belated post. I forgot to note that the Barn Swallows had returned to my barn predictably on April 17th this year. My memory was jolted last night when I was reading the enlightening article, Turning the Maps Blue, by Scott Weidensaul in the May/June issue of Bird Watcher’s Digest. In this article Scott explains the newly updated status and trend maps on eBird. Specifically between 2012-2022 these maps show when a species in a determined location is increasing in number(blue on the map), showing no change (white on the map), or was decreasing (red on the map).
The Barn swallow map lacks a single spot of blue, the species has dropped more than 15% since 2012. That got my attention.
I don’t know how many Barn Swallows are nesting in my barn, but I’d guess there are at least 8 pairs and according to a neighbor they have been coming for years. Several years ago I noticed a small cross illuminated in one of the gable ends as the sunlight shown through. I was told that it is called a “Schwalmeloch”, translated from Pa Dutch meaning swallow holes. Leave it to the Pa Dutch to design such a beautiful entryway!
Scott hopes that by highlighting where the problems are worst these maps may help pinpoint what is causing the decline. On a positive note, the eBird map for the Wood Thrush populations shows a rise of more than 12%.
Lisa Dziuban
This morning Regina and I and my brother Jolan spent the morning birding at Custards on Geneva Swamp. We stopped at the pullover by the bridge. When we stepped out, we immediately heard a bee-bzz-bzz song and were able to locate and photograph an adult male Golden-winged Warbler. The bird was very cooperative, foraging in low shrubs, sometimes just a few yards away. It finally ventured further into the woods, but we could still hear it calling faintly. The icing on the cake to a good morning of birding.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Rileigh Leach
Weather: Overcast, SW winds, rain with fog
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Five great blue herons circling and flying together ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 11:30:00 Observation end time: 12:30:00 Total observation time: 1 hours
Official Counter: Jerry McWilliams
Observers:
Visitors: none
Weather: Cloudy, warm, and humid with light SE wind
Raptor Observations: Didn't expect much with the cloud cover and SE wind, but I did watch for an hour with just a few TVs and some BEs passing high overhead and not in any hurry.
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Cloudy and warm with SSW wind, but rain likely. We could get some movement if the rain holds off. Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 5/4/24 10:17 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks CO.
The following were seen or heard on the morning bird walk from the Silver Lake Nature Center located in Bristol, PA.
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center, Bucks, Pennsylvania, US
May 4, 2024 7:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Protocol: Traveling
1.0 mile(s)
Participants: 838 species
Mallard 6
Rock Pigeon (Feral Pigeon) 3
Double-crested Cormorant 2
Turkey Vulture 1
Cooper's Hawk 1
Red-bellied Woodpecker 2
Downy Woodpecker 1
Great Crested Flycatcher 2
Warbling Vireo 4
Red-eyed Vireo 2
Blue Jay 6
Tufted Titmouse 1
Tree Swallow 6
White-breasted Nuthatch 1
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher 2
House Wren 2
Carolina Wren 4
Gray Catbird 8
Wood Thrush 5
American Robin 10
House Sparrow 4
House Finch 2
American Goldfinch 5
White-throated Sparrow 12
Song Sparrow 3
Eastern Towhee 1
Baltimore Oriole 1
Red-winged Blackbird 5
Brown-headed Cowbird 2
Ovenbird 3
Black-and-white Warbler 1
Common Yellowthroat 3
Northern Parula 3
Yellow Warbler 4
Black-throated Blue Warbler 1
Yellow-rumped Warbler 5
Black-throated Green Warbler 2
Northern Cardinal 3
Date: 5/4/24 7:00 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (03 May 2024) 4 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 03, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (4): Dorothy Bedford, Mike Fowles, Rick Robinson, Chris Cancelmo <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 2-Cooper's Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (11) and Turkey Vultures (50). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-_ <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Chambers Lake was quiet, too. Rick and I watched a fisherman toil for 2-1/2 hours, putting together a boat of sorts only to fish right near the shore, directly in front of us. He could fish that spot from where we leisurely sat without all the time he wasted or work he did. What was he thinking [see picture]? [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Great Blue Herons, Green Herons, Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Horned Grebe, Swifts, Spotted Sandpipers, Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Phoebe, Great Crested Flycatcher, Eastern Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Gnatcatchers, Veery, Wood Thrushes, Field Sparrows, Baltimore Orioles, Ovenbirds, Black-and-white Warblers, Yellowthroats, Redstarts, Northern Parula, Yellow Warblers, Black-throated Blue Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, and Scarlet Tanagers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (5): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur, Red Admiral, Eastern Comma. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (4): Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Woodchuck, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Miles: 6.47; Steps: 15,248; Floors: 26. <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 72; this season: 125 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Black-throated Blue Warbler and Great Crested Flycatcher. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 5/4/24 6:45 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (02 May 2024) 3 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 02, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (1): <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 3-Bald Eagle, 1-Cooper's Hawk, 1-Red-shouldered Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (26) and Turkey Vultures (56). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-1; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> The Hawk Watch and Chambers Lake held a calling Wild Turkey. The winds were light and steady at around 7 mph. Suddenly, rogue gusts of 25 mph would howl thru, laying waste to my site from time-to-time. What’s up with that? Where do these come from? I’m no meteorologist [play one on TV, though] but isn’t wind created by pressure differentials in systems? Was their suddenly a huge difference in the pressure behind me and in front of me? Was it something I ate? Something I didn’t eat?? Hey, I showered and everything! [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Wild Turkey, Chimney Swifts, Spotted Sandpipers, Cormorant, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Eastern Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, White-eyed Vireo, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatchers, Veery, Wood Thrushes, Field Sparrows, Baltimore Orioles, Orchard Oriole, Ovenbirds, Yellowthroats, Yellow Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, Indigo Buntings, and Scarlet Tanagers. <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (6): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur, Orange Sulphur, Red Admiral, Eastern Comma. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (3): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 9,679, Miles – 4.05, Floors – 9 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 67; this season: 123 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (1):” Veery. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
I wanted to share a great evening last night in Warren Co at my usual spot off 337, northeast of Tidioute and not far from Hickory Creek Wilderness. I went to check on whip-poor-will which I have found there the last couple of years, but was rewarded with much more. We arrived at 8:46 pm which seemed to be the perfect time, as the whip-poor-will was calling when we arrived, along with robins, towhee, and catbird. After a minute, I heard the sounds of woodcocks, with at least two birds in display flight, a species I haven't found there previously. A barred owl started calling in the distance. Last year we had found a saw-whet owl calling here, so we played a couple calls, and within a minute had a response with a toot call. At one point, the whip and saw-whet were calling at the same time and I was able to get a brief faint recording. We took a brief walk down the access road just to the gate, and also heard the saw-whet giving a few wail calls. At that point the activity wound down and we headed back to camp after a couple minutes of appreciating the beauty of the stars. It was just a magical experience and worth the drive after dark when it's sometimes easier to just sit on the couch or go to bed early. Every time I face that choice of going out for birds or staying home, I never regret it..
Get out there and enjoy the spring and all the new arrivals !
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 8.25 hours
Official Counter: Ed Gowarty,Sr
Observers: Barb Carrier, Bob Stewart, Dave Poder, Greg Gdula, Jim Rocco, Joe Carrier, Joe Sabo, Kevin Georg
Visitors: Ed Poder.
Observers: Greg Gdula, Barb & Joe Carrier, Dave Poder, Bob Stewart, Joe Sabo, Jim Rocco, Kevin Georg.
Weather: Moderate wind out of the SE. Aver. velocity 18 mph. Cloud cover 50 to 90%. Never completely clouded over. Hazy. Visibility 35 km decreasing to 25 km late in the day. Very warm. Temp 15 to 21 degrees C. A very nice day to be outside at the hawk watch.
Raptor Observations: 73 migrating raptors. No Golden Eagles. 10 Bald Eagles: Adults: 12:05, 12:30, 1:10. SubAd: 10:30 (4th yr), 12:55, 12:55, 1:58, 1:58, 2:03. Unk. Age: 1:10 All times EST. 36 Osprey, 2 merlins. 2 peregrine falcon.
Blue birds, tree swallows, chimney swift, mourning doves, eastern towhee, red-bellied wood pecker, 2 Canada goose, blue jay, crows, raven.
yellow swallowtail, black swallowtail.
Predictions: This was the last day of the spring watch. What a great parade of raptors to close out the year!
We hope to see everyone for the fall watch opening August 15, 2024. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Robert Stewart (<bob...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Mary-Kate Reed
Weather: Mostly Cloudy, High of 71F, SE winds 9mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/2/24 2:40 pm From: Jay Pitocchelli <jpitocch...> Subject: Request for assistance – song recordings of migrating Mourning Warblers
Request for assistance – song recordings of migrating Mourning Warblers
I am posting my annual opportunity to participate in a Citizens Science Project that involves recording migrating Mourning Warbler songs.I am trying to determine the nature of migratory pathways taken by different song populations of Mourning Warbler males during their spring migration.I am continuing to collect your recordings and plot them on a map of North America to determine if and where birds with different song types (regiolects) separate from each other during spring migration.The most current map of songs of migrants is at the web site below.
All you need is a Smartphone and a singing Mourning Warbler.You can send the recordings to my e-mail address (jpitocch AT anselm.edu).The web page link below describes the project and how to make recordings on your Smartphone in more detail.
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 4.5 hours
Official Counter: Jim Rocco
Observers:
Visitors: none
Weather: Moderate wind out of the W and SW. Temp- 20 to 21 degrees C. 30% Cloud cover, becoming 100% by 11 AM EST. Clear, Visility 32 km.
Raptor Observations: No migrating raptors observed.
Non-raptor Observations: tree swallows, black-capped chickadees, local TV's, tree sparrow, red-bellied woodpecker, robins, crows, ravens, towhee, grey catbird, blue jays, blue birds.
cabbage whites, black swallowtails, cloudless sulphur, tiger swallowtail. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Robert Stewart (<bob...>)
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Bob Stewart
Observers: Jim Rocco
Visitors: 2 George and Marion from Barnesboro.
Jim Rocco was an observer.
Weather: Blue skies, hot. Some high cirrus clouds. Wind out of the west, aver velocity 10 mph; gusts to 15 mph. Hazy. Visibility 26 km. Temp 19 to 23 de3grees C.
Raptor Observations: 3 migrating raptors. 2 Bald Eagles: 9:00 EST unaged, distant to the east. 11:11 EST Juv, in the west. Low.
Non-raptor Observations: mourning dove, tree swallow, bluebirds, blue jays, red-bellied woodpecker, crows. tufted titmouse.
Tiger swallowtail, black swallowtail.
Predictions: High 72 degrees F. Partly cloudy early then mostly cloudy later. Rain showers later in the day. Winds from the SE 5-10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Robert Stewart (<bob...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Madalen Goitia, Rileigh Leach
Weather: Mostly sunny, slight haze for the first hours, NW winds 5-10 mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/2/24 8:19 am From: Dean Newhouse <dean.newhouse...> Subject: Northern Bobwhite - Allegheny County
Very pleasant surprise this morning, as I heard the unmistakable call of a Northern Bobwhite coming from the wooded hillside behind our house atop Sygan Hill in South Fayette Township, near Bridgeville, in Allegheny County.
Date: 5/1/24 6:17 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (01 May 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: May 01, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (5): John McNamara, Rick Robinson, Chris Cancelmo, Jerry Jeffers <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 2-Red-shouldered Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (9) and Turkey Vultures (52). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Arriving late to Chambers Lake, I noticed a drake and 2 hen Bufflehead were newcomers on the water. Another late Bonaparte’s Gull spent the morning feeding here. A Gray Tree Frog would occasionally call breaking the relative quiet of the day. Rough-winged Swallows came to rest on the dock [see picture]. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Bufflehead, Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Horned Grebe, Chimney Swifts, Spotted Sandpipers, Bonaparte’s Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Blue Herons, Eastern Kingbirds, Warbling Vireos, White-eyed Vireo, Red-eyed Vireos, Ravens, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatchers, Wood Thrushes, Field Sparrows, Orchard Orioles, Baltimore Orioles, Ovenbirds, Yellowthroats, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (5): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Wild Indigo Duskywing. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (3): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog, Gray tree Frog. Mammals (3): Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 4,775, Miles – 2.03, Floors – 2 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 64; this season: 122 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):” nothing. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks like lots more sun and west breeze. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Predictions: light to mod. WNW winds;clouds then sun;dry & warm with a high 75-80F ======================================================================== Report submitted by Rosemary McGlynn (<denali...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:15:00 Total observation time: 5 hours
Official Counter: Jerry McWilliams
Observers:
Visitors: Mark Lethaby, my wife Linda, and three others.
Weather: Mostly cloudy early then becoming variably cloudy with mostly sun later. Cool then warming into the 70s F by afternoon. Light SSW wind early then stronger later in the day.
Raptor Observations: Unexpectedly quiet with mostly TVs and few hawks, though some may have slipped through since the ones seen were singles scattered across the sky and very high. There was a fair number of immature BEs on the move, especially between 1200 and 1300 EST.
Non-raptor Observations: Red-headed Woodpecker 2, Eastern Kingbird 1, Common Loon 1, Purle Martin, American Goldfinch, and American Crow. Highlight was a very high Sandhill Crane circling NE
Predictions: Sun and clouds and cooler, with light NNE wind. Don't expect much along the lake.Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Katia Gutierrez , Mary-Kate Reed
Weather: Sunny, High of 79, WNW winds 3-8mph
Raptor Observations: Black Vulture with Hawk Mountain wing tag
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 5/1/24 12:13 pm From: Grant Stevenson <stevensongrant03...> Subject: Re: Least Bittern, Crawford County
Google "eBird Sensitive Species List" for a page on not to play paybacks to
them. Virginia Rail is one, and if I remember correctly, is sensitive "all
year", and with good reason.
Grant Stevenson
Lehigh County
On Wed, May 1, 2024, 1:22 PM Mike Coulter <mcoulterdgolf...> wrote:
> Daryl, that is great that you and others were able to see/hear those
> species. But I have to point out that the fact that the Virginia rail had
> already announced it's presence is the *exact* reason that you should not
> have used playback. You run the risk of driving the bird off of its
> territory. The reason playback works at times is because the targeted bird
> thinks it has competition. If it cannot locate the source it may "give up"
> and relocate.
>
> I hope this helps as I am not trying to admonish anyone only educate.
>
> Regards,
>
> Mike
>
> On Tue, Apr 30, 2024, 10:19 PM Daryl Nolt <mnf...> wrote:
>
> > This afternoon I took a short trek about 1/2 mile south of the Erie
> > County line along Hwy. 99.
> > As I was walking along the edge of a marshy area, a small bird lifted
> > briefly and settled almost immediately.
> > I tried closing in to where it appeared to have landed, and it flew
> > again and I noticed buffy patches on its wings.
> > After again trying to find it, the bird flushed and landed in a small
> > bush in plain view. I saw the striping on its
> > belly, and knew I was looking at a bittern. I have never seen either of
> > the bitterns before, so I called a friend to
> > notify him, and he helped me ID it as a Least Bittern. The bird was very
> > cooperative and stayed in the same bush
> > for about 10 minutes, giving enough time for some other birders to join
> > me. While watching the bittern, a Virginia Rail
> > called from a very short distance away. Then the bittern flew but we
> > were able to relocate it and get within 15 feet for
> > some great pictures! After playing recordings, not only one, but two!!
> > Virginia Rails appeared and cackled back and forth
> > only about 10 feet away! In the midst of all this excitement, a Sora
> > began calling. We were all able to get some great
> > looks at both the Virginia Rails and the Least Bittern. What amazing
> > activity for such a little hotspot!
> >
> > I also had a slightly early FOY Tennessee Warbler at our place 2 miles
> > north of Cambridge Springs yesterday.
> >
> > Daryl Nolt
> > Crawford County
> >
>
Date: 5/1/24 10:22 am From: Mike Coulter <mcoulterdgolf...> Subject: Re: Least Bittern, Crawford County
Daryl, that is great that you and others were able to see/hear those
species. But I have to point out that the fact that the Virginia rail had
already announced it's presence is the *exact* reason that you should not
have used playback. You run the risk of driving the bird off of its
territory. The reason playback works at times is because the targeted bird
thinks it has competition. If it cannot locate the source it may "give up"
and relocate.
I hope this helps as I am not trying to admonish anyone only educate.
> This afternoon I took a short trek about 1/2 mile south of the Erie
> County line along Hwy. 99.
> As I was walking along the edge of a marshy area, a small bird lifted
> briefly and settled almost immediately.
> I tried closing in to where it appeared to have landed, and it flew
> again and I noticed buffy patches on its wings.
> After again trying to find it, the bird flushed and landed in a small
> bush in plain view. I saw the striping on its
> belly, and knew I was looking at a bittern. I have never seen either of
> the bitterns before, so I called a friend to
> notify him, and he helped me ID it as a Least Bittern. The bird was very
> cooperative and stayed in the same bush
> for about 10 minutes, giving enough time for some other birders to join
> me. While watching the bittern, a Virginia Rail
> called from a very short distance away. Then the bittern flew but we
> were able to relocate it and get within 15 feet for
> some great pictures! After playing recordings, not only one, but two!!
> Virginia Rails appeared and cackled back and forth
> only about 10 feet away! In the midst of all this excitement, a Sora
> began calling. We were all able to get some great
> looks at both the Virginia Rails and the Least Bittern. What amazing
> activity for such a little hotspot!
>
> I also had a slightly early FOY Tennessee Warbler at our place 2 miles
> north of Cambridge Springs yesterday.
>
> Daryl Nolt
> Crawford County
>
Date: 5/1/24 8:51 am From: Andy Wilson <awilson.gettysburg...> Subject: Re: Article about atlasing for beginners
What a lovely article. Well done David!
Andy
On Wed, May 1, 2024 at 10:28 AM Joe Gyekis <gyekis9...> wrote:
> Hi Folks,
>
> Are you or someone you know interested in birds, a fan of observing nesting
> behavior, but not very experienced with eBird and bird atlasing?
> This charming article by David Bauman would be a good one to read and
> share!
> https://pawilds.com/bird-lore-help-birds-looking-around/ >
> Joe
>
Date: 5/1/24 7:28 am From: Joe Gyekis <gyekis9...> Subject: Article about atlasing for beginners
Hi Folks,
Are you or someone you know interested in birds, a fan of observing nesting behavior, but not very experienced with eBird and bird atlasing? This charming article by David Bauman would be a good one to read and share! https://pawilds.com/bird-lore-help-birds-looking-around/
Date: 5/1/24 5:59 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (30 Apr 2024) 3 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 30, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (8): Mike Fowles, Elaine Kirk, Deb Kirchdoerfer, Rick Robinson, Luc and Marie Jacobs. Chris Cancelmo, Dorothy Bedford <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (5) and Turkey Vultures (43). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-_ <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Once at Chambers Lake, a Wild Turkey was heard calling from Rand’s Woods. Spotted Sandpipers spent a large part of the day on the rocky shore in front of our platform [see picture]. A Northern Watersnake swam by during lunch. A Ruby-throated Hummingbird [my FOY] darted by. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Ruddy Ducks, Horned Grebes, Black-billed Cuckoo, Wild Turkey, Swifts, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Spotted Sandpipers, Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Great Crested Flycatcher, Eastern Kingbird, White-eyed Vireos [my FOY], Yellow-throated Vireo [my FOY], Warbling Vireos, Red-eyed Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Gnatcatchers, Wood Thrushes, Field Sparrows, Baltimore Orioles, Orchard Orioles, Ovenbirds, Common Yellowthroats, Northern Parula, Yellow Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, and Indigo Bunting <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (6): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Wild Indigo Duskywing, Red Admiral. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (4): Red-eared Slider, Northern Watersnake, Green Frog, American Toad, Bullfrog. Mammals (4): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 15,919, Miles – 6.78, Floors – 20 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 69; this season: 122 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (6):” Indigo Bunting, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Black-billed Cuckoo, Red-eyed Vireo, White-eyed Vireo, and Yellow-throated Vireo. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks to be sunny with light NW to W winds. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 5/1/24 5:13 am From: Ron & Amy Burkert <raburkert...> Subject: Re: Fledged Raven Northern York County
Not ravens but a juvenile Am. crow at Deer Lakes Reg. Park, Allegheny County, yesterday had Merlin and I second-guessing! Hadn’t seen Merlin confused when ID’ing real fish crows previously.
Ron Burkert
Sent from my iPhone
> On Apr 30, 2024, at 9:25 AM, Ann Bodling <thistlebrook...> wrote:
>
> We have what must be a newly fledged raven flying around us in northern
> York County, near the Cumberland County line. At least, I think it is
> young, as it is flying alone and calling what sound like begging or
> distressed calls. The parents nest up on South Mountain somewhere and we
> are in the lowlands beneath that ridge.
>
> Has anyone else had young ravens flying and calling already?
> Thanks,
> Ann Bodling
Date: 4/30/24 7:19 pm From: Daryl Nolt <mnf...> Subject: Least Bittern, Crawford County
This afternoon I took a short trek about 1/2 mile south of the Erie County line along Hwy. 99. As I was walking along the edge of a marshy area, a small bird lifted briefly and settled almost immediately. I tried closing in to where it appeared to have landed, and it flew again and I noticed buffy patches on its wings. After again trying to find it, the bird flushed and landed in a small bush in plain view. I saw the striping on its belly, and knew I was looking at a bittern. I have never seen either of the bitterns before, so I called a friend to notify him, and he helped me ID it as a Least Bittern. The bird was very cooperative and stayed in the same bush for about 10 minutes, giving enough time for some other birders to join me. While watching the bittern, a Virginia Rail called from a very short distance away. Then the bittern flew but we were able to relocate it and get within 15 feet for some great pictures! After playing recordings, not only one, but two!! Virginia Rails appeared and cackled back and forth only about 10 feet away! In the midst of all this excitement, a Sora began calling. We were all able to get some great looks at both the Virginia Rails and the Least Bittern. What amazing activity for such a little hotspot!
I also had a slightly early FOY Tennessee Warbler at our place 2 miles north of Cambridge Springs yesterday.
Date: 4/30/24 4:48 pm From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Subject: Huntingdon County Morning Walk
I got out for a short walk before commitments and the proheat. I wasnt disappointed and in fact had so many birds singing when I stepped out of the car that it took a while to get them into eBird.
I tripped the eBird reviewers filter for Ovenbirds with 23 over the 0.9 mile walk and perhaps still an undercount and, of course, complained to the reviewer.
A new species for the year was Blackburnian Warbler. In fact when I first heard the song it took me a minute or two to push the winter fog out of my brain and realize what it was.
Another surprise was 5 FOY Worm-eating Warblers for me. It may have been an undercount, too, as I heard them on the hills on either side of the dirt road.
Red-eyed Vireos had returned to that area and I counted 11 along with 2 Blue-headed and 3 Yellow-throated.
I probably also undercounted the Blue-gray Gnatcatchers, 13, that seemed to be everywhere.
I was also happy to hear the Black-throated Greens again, 5, and 3 Hooded Warblers.
I was missing the Louisiana Waterthrush and on the return to the car I finally heard the loud chips from the stream, Murray Run. I will check back later for a nest. This and other little streams in the area usually have a LOWA nest eventually.
When I was almost back to the car, a movement caught my eye. I looked towards where I saw it and there was a hole in a tree. I stood and watched hoping to see something return to it. Finally I saw it. A squirrel looked out at me like it was saying its just me.
Sunrise Camp Rd 40.5541371, -77.8999758, Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, US
Apr 30, 2024 8:27 AM - 9:21 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.9 mile(s)
31 species
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Madalen Goitia
Weather: Overcast, fog, strong SE wind
Raptor Observations: Local pair of BW calling, 1 adult flying down from right of North lookout. Went down into trees in valley.
Local OS attacking local adult RT.
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 4/30/24 9:09 am From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Re: Fledged Raven Northern York County
All,
I hadn't read the original email, but I had a young one last week in the area of the Arden Dump in Washington County, PA. Begging calls, and also seen flying overhead.
Ryan Tomazin
________________________________
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Trip Bondi <trip.bondi...>
Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 11:40 AM
To: <PABIRDS...> <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Fledged Raven Northern York County
I had a recently fledged raven flying around its nest in Washington County
a few weeks ago
On Tue, Apr 30, 2024 at 9:16 AM Ann Bodling <thistlebrook...> wrote:
> We have what must be a newly fledged raven flying around us in northern
> York County, near the Cumberland County line. At least, I think it is
> young, as it is flying alone and calling what sound like begging or
> distressed calls. The parents nest up on South Mountain somewhere and we
> are in the lowlands beneath that ridge.
>
> Has anyone else had young ravens flying and calling already?
> Thanks,
> Ann Bodling
>
Date: 4/30/24 8:50 am From: Trip Bondi <trip.bondi...> Subject: Re: Fledged Raven Northern York County
I had a recently fledged raven flying around its nest in Washington County
a few weeks ago
On Tue, Apr 30, 2024 at 9:16 AM Ann Bodling <thistlebrook...> wrote:
> We have what must be a newly fledged raven flying around us in northern
> York County, near the Cumberland County line. At least, I think it is
> young, as it is flying alone and calling what sound like begging or
> distressed calls. The parents nest up on South Mountain somewhere and we
> are in the lowlands beneath that ridge.
>
> Has anyone else had young ravens flying and calling already?
> Thanks,
> Ann Bodling
>
Date: 4/30/24 6:59 am From: Joe Gyekis <gyekis9...> Subject: Ear Birder Quiz Activity Tonight
Hi Everyone,
Do you like the idea of making custom birding by ear ID quizzes? Tonight Ben Guo will be hosting an event demoing the latest and greatest features of his website, and how to use it to improve your earbirding skills. The event will be held virtually over Google Meet, RVSP to this event at this link:
Date: 4/30/24 6:16 am From: Ann Bodling <thistlebrook...> Subject: Fledged Raven Northern York County
We have what must be a newly fledged raven flying around us in northern York County, near the Cumberland County line. At least, I think it is young, as it is flying alone and calling what sound like begging or distressed calls. The parents nest up on South Mountain somewhere and we are in the lowlands beneath that ridge.
Has anyone else had young ravens flying and calling already? Thanks, Ann Bodling
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:30:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Nancy Ott
Observers: Greg Gdula
Visitors: 0
Weather: Partly cloudy , hot day in 80's with westerly winds.
Raptor Observations: 3 BE's flew north through valley seen by binoculars unk age at 9:38. Views of hawks mainly found by binocular .
Non-raptor Observations: Red bellied wp,brown thrasher,towhee,blue birds,white throated sparrows,blue jays,nuthatches,chickadees,tree swallows,12 cormorants,mourning doves. heard bobcat in am,Dicks Sporting goods dirigible flew over close to hawkwatch. Butterflies-yellow swallowtail, black swallowtail,red admiral,american snout.
Predictions: Winds from west, mild temps, 50 per cent chance rain. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Nancy Ott (<ednancy.ott...>)
Date: 4/29/24 5:03 pm From: jerry stanley <bhnsjerry...> Subject: Re: Venango Co. 4/29
Also GREAT CREASTED FLYCATCHER
Jerry Stanley
________________________________
From: jerry stanley <bhnsjerry...>
Sent: Monday, April 29, 2024 7:57 PM
To: Gary Edwards <gedwards3011...>; russ states <pelagics202...>; Jeffrey Hall <hall2motmot...>; Nancy Baker <nancykbaker66...>; Meg Kolodick <meg_kolodick...>; <jmonahan5...> <jmonahan5...>; <pabirds...> <pabirds...>
Subject: Venango Co. 4/29
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Katia Gutierrez , Rileigh Leach
Weather: Sunny, high 86 degrees, winds SE 1-5 mph
Raptor Observations: We saw a SSHA attacking a BWHA in repetitive occasions during the migration.
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 4/29/24 12:11 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (28 Apr 2024) 2 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 28, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (1): <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Bald Eagle, 3-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (8) and Turkey Vultures (44). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-1; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-_ <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Up at Chambers Lake, everybody and their mother were out, today. So, also, was a Bonaparte’s Gull [see picture] trying to find a place to land. This place looked like Marsh Creek this summer-like day. One can only imagine the human pressure at Marsh Creek Lake today. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Ruddy Ducks, Wood Ducks, Horned Grebe, Swifts, Cormorants, Green Heron, Great Blue Herons, Bonaparte’s Gull, Kingfisher, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Gnatcatchers, Wood Thrush, Field Sparrows, Baltimore Oriole, Orchard Oriole, Ovenbirds, Yellowthroats, Palm Warbler, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (3): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (4): Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Woodchuck, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 12,792, Miles – 5.45, Floors – 31 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 62; this season: 116 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Wood Thrush and Black-and-white Warbler. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks like computer issues will keep me away trying to solve them. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 4/29/24 11:49 am From: A. Liebner <000000d98121eaef-dmarc-request...> Subject: Ruby Throat, Baltimore Oriole, Catbird & White-crown SP
A FOY Ruby-throated Hummingbird male visited the sugar water then shortly after a Baltimore Oriole male took a drink from the same feeder.
As I searched for the Oriole, a White-crowned Sparrow flew into the dogwood for some tree icing, then it flew to the ground to feed alongside the remaining White-throated Sparrows. I assume it is the same one that appeared yesterday. As I tried to get a photograph a FOY Grey Catbird flew into the birdbath.
It's a good day for birding. Hope to see a Rose-breasted Grosbeak male after seeing the FOY female yesterday.
Happy Spring Birding,
Date: 4/28/24 8:08 pm From: A. Liebner <000000d98121eaef-dmarc-request...> Subject: Grosbeak, White-crowned Sp Schuylkill County
Sunday, 4/28/24After some much needed weeding around the young grey dogwoods, I sat on the front porch to relax and do some birding. The list: Chipping Sparrows, Song Sparrows, White-throated Sparrows, House Finches, Robins, Eastern Bluebirds, Blue Jays, Tree Swallows, Mockingbirds, a Field Sparrow, a few grackles, Red-winged BB, Starlings , House Sparrows and several TVs were rocking lazy circles over the fields. A pair of Brown Thrashers foraged along the thickets when a third thrasher crashed the party. It was immediately chased and after a few passes back and forth across in front of me, it disappeared around the corner of the house. In the past we had two pair nesting on or near our property so when a fourth one arrives things should settle down.
I went to check the back of the house and noticed a FOY female Rose-breasted Grosbeak in the red oak. It came onto the tray feeder, then flew to the birdbath and remained in the yard until dark. A White-crowned Sparrow FOY showed up under the feeders. Other species: Cardinals, Mourning Doves, Goldfinches, Northern Flickers, Downy, Hairy, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, White-breasted Nuthatches, Titmice and more from the list above.
Still waiting for Catbirds, Orioles, Indigo Buntings and Hummingbirds.
No warbler sightings yet!
Happy spring birding, ,
Ann M Liebner
Wayne Twp., Schuylkill County Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Erika Bowman
Observers:
Visitors: Ken, Kim & Jenn Zakraysek
Weather: West winds 9-15mph, sunny to partly cloudy
Raptor Observations: Adult Bald and Sub adult Golden Eagle flew side by side with wings apparently touching then turned and sparred. Sub adult Bald flew in. They broke up and soared somewhat close together until out of sight.
Bald Eagle: Sub: 10:15, 10:29 Adult: 10:29 Unk: 1:35 Golden Eagle Sub: 10:29
Non-raptor Observations: At gate: Hooded and Black-throated Blue Warblers, Towhee, Ovenbird
At hawkwatch: M Dove, Red-bellied WP, Downy WP, N Flicker, Blue Jay, A Crow, BC Chickadee, T Titmouse, T Swallow, WB Nuthatch, Brown Thrasher, E Bluebird, A Goldfinch, F Sparrow, WT Sparrow, E Towhee, Ovenbird, Scarlet Tanager, N Cardinal
Predictions: Sunshine and some clouds. High 79F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Erika Bowman (<dizzechick...>)
A FOY Wood Thrush sang its beautiful song as dusk approached this evening. And a short time earlier, a FOY Ruby-throated Hummingbird made 2 visits to the feeder. There were 2 Baltimore Orioles at their feeder today.
Date: 4/28/24 5:06 pm From: Karyn Delaney <delaneykaryn...> Subject: Washington County, Hillman State Park
We walked the Colt Trail at Hillman today in hopes of hearing a large number of Ovenbirds as we did last year. We weren't disappointed, hearing a conservative total of 48. Also seen or heard were Pine Warblers, Red-breasted Nuthatches, Hooded Warblers, Blue-headed Vireos, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, Scarlet Tanagers and a Swainson's Thrush.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Katia Gutierrez , Madalen Goitia
Weather: Very foggy with 0 visibility until 10 am, after that partly cloudy with high of 80 and SW winds less than 1mph
Raptor Observations: Merlin chasing Blue Jays
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 11:00:00 Total observation time: 2.5 hours
Official Counter: Jerry McWilliams
Observers: Russ States
Visitors: Russ States covered the watch for the first hour then I arrived to assist. Julie Leonard, Brian Berchtold, Sam Stull, and Lisa stopped about the time we were ready to shut down for the day.
Weather: Cloudy with light SSW and occasional rain, but mild.
Raptor Observations: Many Blue Jays and blackbirds
Non-raptor Observations: There was a short burst of activity until the heavy rain started. There was a big push of TVs just ahead of the rain. Most were flying just a bit south of the watch.
Predictions: There may be a flight tomorrow between thunderstorms, since it will be warm with a WSW wind. However, the wind direction might keep any migrating hawks a bit away from the lake. Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 4/28/24 6:00 am From: DAVID KOCH <0000012d74227426-dmarc-request...> Subject: Koch property, Northampton County
I don't know what today may bring but in the last several days I've seen the three species that I always look for at this time of the year. All of them were in the yard. An adult male Baltimore oriole appeared on Tuesday and stuck around until yesterday. He only went to the oriole feeders once, preferring instead to use all three hummingbird feeders. I've seen this behavior many times, just not to this extent. Then on Wednesday an adult male rose-breasted grosbeak showed up, and this morning both a male and a female were present. I usually have them coming into feeders throughout the summer until about August. And yesterday morning I went out the kitchen door for something and an adult male ruby-throated hummingbird zipped past me, going to a feeder there. That, however, was the only time I saw it but, like most of the early migrating males, it was probably just moving through. I always like seeing them at flowers, and currently flowering quince, bleeding hearts, are in full bloom, so we'll see. Also in the front yard a chickadee (sp?) has been taking nesting material I put out. I haven't been able, though, to see where it's taking it. In the fields I've recently seen two eastern kingbirds, tree swallows in boxes, a blue-grey gnatcatcher, and flickers, along of course with lots of blackbirds, robins, and blue jays. White-throated sparrows are still around, as is a white-crowned sparrow, but I haven't seen a junco for two or three days.
Arlene Koch Easton, PA Northampton County <davilene...>
Date: 4/28/24 4:18 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (27 Apr 2024) 2 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 27, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 12:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 2 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (0): nobody in this weather <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle. <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake came second today, and I spent what time I could. I did see a few birds in the drizzle, then rain. Two American Wigeon were on the lake. Where had they come from? [Additional highlights listed below]. <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Duck, Ruddy Ducks, American Wigeon, Great Blue Herons, Warbling Vireo, Gnatcatchers, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Field Sparrows, Ovenbird, Common Yellowthroats, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (0). Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 7,267, Miles – 3.09, Floors – 24 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 46; this season: 114 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):” nothing. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks as if a stretch of warm weather is on our way - high near 80 and light, variable winds. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Mary-Kate Reed
Weather: Overcast, low SE wind. Rain and fog beginning at 12-1 hr. Ended count at 01:30pm due to rain.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 13:30:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter:
Observers: Julie Leonard
Visitors: Hats off to Julie Leonard who ran the show, while I was out of town for the day. A cyclist, Dennis, and Mark Lethaby stopped for a visit.
Weather: Sunny to mostly sunny with SSE wind then becoming variable with mild temps.
Raptor Observations: A relatively light movement, mainly of TVs and BWs. The BWs became very high during the second hour. When the winds became variable birds started drifting to the south and not much happened after the 1300 EST hour. One local Cooper's Hawk.
Non-raptor Observations: Purple Martin, Pileated Woodpecker, one flock of 18 Blue Jays, American Goldfinch, and a few Red Admiral butterflies.
Predictions: Stormy conditions with strong south wind. I expect some birds to drift through between showers, but otherwise, can't expect much. Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie Co., <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 13:30:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter:
Observers: Julie Leonard
Visitors: Hats off to Julie Leonard who ran the show, while I was out of town for the day. A cyclist, Dennis, and Mark Lethaby stopped for a visit.
Weather: Sunny to mostly sunny with SSE wind then becoming variable with mild temps.
Raptor Observations: A relatively light movement, mainly of TVs and BWs. The BWs became very high during the second hour. When the winds became variable birds started drifting to the south and not much happened after the 1300 EST hour. One local Cooper's Hawk.
Non-raptor Observations: Purple Martin, Pileated Woodpecker, one flock of 18 Blue Jays, American Goldfinch, and a few Red Admiral butterflies.
Predictions: Stormy conditions with strong south wind. I expect some birds to drift through between showers, but otherwise, can't expect much.Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 4/27/24 8:08 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks CO.
The following were seen or heard on the morning bird walk for the Silver Lake Nature Center located in Bucks CO.
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center, Bucks, Pennsylvania, US
Apr 27, 2024 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Protocol: Traveling
1.0 mile(s)
Participants: 943 species (+1 other taxa)
Canada Goose 3
Wood Duck 2
Mallard 2
Rock Pigeon (Feral Pigeon) 1
Mourning Dove 3
Chimney Swift 2
Double-crested Cormorant 2
Great Blue Heron 1
Turkey Vulture 1
Osprey 1
Red-bellied Woodpecker 3
Downy Woodpecker 1
Hairy Woodpecker 1
Northern Flicker 2
Great Crested Flycatcher 3
Warbling Vireo 5
Blue Jay 3
American Crow 3
Fish Crow 2
Tufted Titmouse 4
Tree Swallow 5
Purple Martin 1
Northern Rough-winged Swallow 1
White-breasted Nuthatch 2
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher 4
House Wren 1
Carolina Wren 4
European Starling 6
Eastern Bluebird 1
Wood Thrush 3
American Robin 10
House Sparrow 4
House Finch 1
American Goldfinch 2
White-throated Sparrow 25
Song Sparrow 4
Red-winged Blackbird 8
Brown-headed Cowbird 2
Common Grackle 3
Common Yellowthroat 4
Yellow Warbler 5
Yellow-rumped Warbler 3
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle) 1
Northern Cardinal 3
Date: 4/27/24 4:54 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (26 Apr 2024) 3 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 26, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Chris Cancelmo
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (2): Chris Cancelmo <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Bald Eagle, 2-Red-shouldered Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (14) and Turkey Vultures (52). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-2 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Setting up at Chambers Lake, I noticed that the Bufflehead and Ring-necked Ducks seem to all be gone. We are left with a Horned Grebe and a pair of Ruddy Ducks for transient waterfowl. Later, I did find the Coot was still here. Depending on which definition of “waterfowl” you use, that could qualify, too. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Horned Grebe, Swifts, Coot, Spotted Sandpipers, Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Warbling Vireos, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Gnatcatchers, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Field Sparrows, Baltimore Oriole, Scarlet Tanager, Common Yellowthroats, Ovenbirds, Yellow Warblers, Palm Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (3): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (3): Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 14,996, Miles – 6.39, Floors – 29 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 61; this season: 114 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Scarlet Tanager and Ovenbird. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks mostly cloudy with SE breeze. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Ed Gowarty,Sr
Observers: Barb Carrier, Bob Stewart, Greg Gdula, Jim Rocco, Joe Carrier, Nancy Ott, Tom & Janet Kuehl
Visitors: Shari & David Rogers Assisting with the count: Greg Gdula, Joe & Barb Carrier, Bob Stewart, Ray Myers, Nancy Ott, Tom & Janet Kuehl.
Weather: Heavy overcast at start with moderate winds, cold !! Clouds partially clearing at 10 AM EST with some sunshine. Visibility starting at 5 km, up to 25 km by 1 pm EST. Temp 3 degrees C to 11 degrees C.
Raptor Observations: 34 migrating raptors. 9 osprey, 10 broad-winged hawks, 2 sharp-shinned hawks, 1 Cooper's hawk, 5 red-tailed hawks, 2 unknown raptors. 5 Bald Eagles: 9:10 AM Sub-Ad, 9:22 AM Juv, 9:32 AM Sb-Ad, 9:34 AM Juv, 12:30 PM Adult.
Non-raptor Observations: tree swallows, crows, sparrows, black-capped chickadee, blue jays, mourning doves, 3 common loons, 1 double-crested cormorant, red-bellied woodpecker, down woodpecker, towhee, raven, ruby-crowned kinglet, at least 3 white-throated sparrows, white-breasted nuthatch.
tiger swallowtail butterfly.
Predictions: AM rain lasting until mid-afternoon. Southeast winds. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Robert Stewart (<bob...>)
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7.25 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Mary-Kate Reed, Rileigh Leach
Weather: Mostly sunny in morning, partly cloudy in afternoon. SW winds 4-7 MPH
Raptor Observations: Observed Black Vulture with Hawk Mountain wing tag
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Contributors: Kimberly Berry, John Boback, Jason Bojczyk, Nathan Bowler, Paul Brant, Jeff Brinker, John Brubacker, Alan Buriak, Ron Burkert, Martin Carlin, Meredith Cellitti, Jane Clark, Thomas Connor, Greg Emmert, Melissa & Ross Gallardy, John Garrett, Eric Hall, Jeffrey Hall, Amy Henrici, Christopher Hinkle, Rob Hodgson, MiMi Hoffmaster, Jeff Kenney, Lucy Klimko, Glenn Koppel, John Kramer, Rachel Lecrone, Eileen Luba, Andrew M via eBird, Jack Maher, Doug Massey, Mark McConaughy, Jerry McWilliams, Susan Miller, Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan, Aaron Paul, Jeff Payne, Michael Petersheim, Theo Rickert, Steve Sanford, Eric Schill, Karin & Scott Sinnott, Kate St. John, Jerry Stanley, Randy Stringer, Kasia Thomas, Carl Thomson, Nash Turley, Mark Vass, Carole Winslow, Kendall Zook, Anna Zizak, Dante Zuccaro.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 26 March 2024 through Tuesday, 9 April 2024 (two weeks)
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NOTE: COMMON LOON, TUNDRA SWAN, SURF SCOTER, WHITE-WINGED SCOTER, LONG-TAILED DUCK, NORTHERN PINTAIL, PECTORAL SANDPIPER, SOLITARY SANDPIPER, SPOTTED SANDPIPER, GREAT EGRET, COMMON RAVEN, PINE WARBLER, PINE SISKIN, and "FOY" WARBLERS continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
At Frick Park on 3/27, 1 'OREGON' DARK-EYED JUNCO (NB).
On 3/30 in North Braddock, 1 BLACK VULTURE (LK).
At Harrison Hills Park on 4/7, 2 PURPLE MARTINS (AH).
On 4/8 in Oakmont, 1 BLACK VULTURE (PB).
In Gibsonia on 4/8, 3 SANDHILL CRANES (EL).
On 4/9 in Cheswick, 1 BLACK VULTURE (EPH).
In North Park on 4/9, CLIFF SWALLOW (TC).
ARMSTRONG COUNTY:
Near Ford City on 4/6, 2 SANDHILL CRANES (JBob).
On 4/6 in West Valley east of Kittanning, 1 FISH CROW (AB).
On 4/7 along Armstrong Trail near Dam #8, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (TR).
BEAVER COUNTY:
On 4/2 at the mouth of Beaver River, LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS (DZ, MV).
At Independence Marsh on 4/6, 1 AMERICAN BITTERN (AZ).
On 4/7 and 4/8 at Rocky Bend Nature Preserve, 1 VIRGINIA RAIL (AZ, DZ).
BUTLER COUNTY:
On 3/27, 3/29, and 3/31-4/3 at Moraine State Park, 1 TRUMPETER SWAN (KSJ et. al., JB, KT, GK et. al., KB, EH); on 4/9, 12 CLIFF SWALLOWS (JC).
At State Gamelands #95 on 4/7, 1 GOLDEN EAGLE (GK et. al.).
CLARION COUNTY:
In Strattanville on 3/27, 1 EURASIAN COLLARED-DOVE (ES).
On 4/9 in an unspecified location, SHORT-EARED OWLS (CW).
In Sligo on 4/9, PURPLE FINCHES (CW).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
Near Cambridge Springs on 3/27, 1 PURPLE MARTIN; on 4/9, 2 VESPER SPARROWS (KZ).
On 4/5 at Pymatuning State Park dam, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (RH); on 4/8, 3 RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (RL); on 4/9, 2 RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (JMa).
On 4/8 at Erie National Wildlife Refuge, 1 TRUMPETER SWAN (MP).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle State Park on 3/27, 2 DUNLIN, 3 SAVANNAH SPARROWS (JBoj); on 3/28, 2 DUNLIN (DM), 1 GOLDEN EAGLE (JBoj), 2 SANDERLINGS (KS); on 3/29, 1 SANDERLING (JMcW), 2 DUNLIN, 5 PURPLE SANDPIPERS (JKr); on 3/30, 1 SANDERLING (JBru), 2 DUNLIN, 3 PURPLE SANDPIPERS, 1 CASPIAN TERN (AM); on 3/31, 1 SANDERLING, 2 DUNLIN, 5 PURPLE SANDPIPERS, 2 SAVANNAH SPARROWS (JBoj); on 4/5, 1 NORTHERN HARRIER (JMcW); on 4/6, 1 PURPLE SANDPIPER, 1 GOLDEN EAGLE (JG); on 4/7, 1 SNOW BUNTING (JKe et. al.); on 4/8, 1 LAPLAND LONGSPUR (CH), 1 FORSTER'S TERN (MG); on 4/9, 5 NORTHERN HARRIERS, 2 PEREGRINE FALCONS (JMcW), 1 FORSTER'S TERN (RB).
In North East Township on 4/8, 1 BLACK VULTURE (NT).
FAYETTE COUNTY:
Along Spring Valley Road on 3/31 and 4/7, 1 BLACK VULTURE (AP, CT et. al.).
JEFFERSON COUNTY:
On 4/9 in Sigel, RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (heard) (GE).
MERCER COUNTY:
On 3/27, 3/28, and 3/30 at Maurice K. Goddard State Park, LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL continued (JH, JBri); on 3/30 and 3/31, 1 ICELAND GULL (JBri, SS); on 4/9, 1 RED-NECKED GREBE (JKe).
At Sandy Lake on 3/28, 1 ICELAND GULL (MH et. al.).
Along Tieline Road on 3/30, 3/31, and 4/1, 2 TRUMPETER SWANS (RS, GK, MCa).
On 3/27 at Lake Wilhelm, 1 ICELAND GULL, 2 LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS (RS); on 3/31, 1 ICELAND GULL (GK et. al.).
SOMERSET COUNTY:
At Lake Somerset on 4/1 and 4/2, 2 TRUMPETER SWANS (AE et. al., JP et. al.).
VENANGO COUNTY:
In Buttermilk Hill on 4/9, 1 EASTERN WHIP-POOR-WILL and others (JS).
WASHINGTON COUNTY:
This week in California, BLACK VULTURES (AT).
WESTMORELAND COUNTY:
At Duff Park on 3/30, 1 FISH CROW (SM).
On 4/2 at Beaver Run Reservoir, 1 FORSTER'S TERN (MM).
Date: 4/26/24 10:53 am From: linda & bill franz <00000021c311e447-dmarc-request...> Subject: Scarlet Tanager - Cumberland County
While listening to the beautiful, slurred song of a Louisiana Waterthrushthat seemed to fill the small stream valley that extends into Colonel DenningState Park, I looked up into the tree canopy to see two male ScarletTanagers. They appeared to be migratingcompanions. On a few occasions they wereperched within a couple feet of each other. Only minutes before I saw this pair there were over two dozen Blue Jays headingnorth on their migration journey.Bill Franz/Newville
Date: 4/26/24 2:53 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (25 Apr 2024) 3 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 25, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Chris Cancelmo, Rick Robinson
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (3): Rick Robinson, Chris Cancelmo <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Bald Eagle, 2-Red-shouldered Hawk, 5-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (8) and Turkey Vultures (43). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Back at Chambers Lake, I found the day’s most warblers were right around where I set up and the woods around the parking lot [see list below]. A couple of Horned Larks flew over while calling. At least 2 Northern Waterthrushes could be heard from the edges of the lake. I watched a late, Bonaparte’s Gull, feeding among 10 Cormorants. The gull remained all day. Warbler activity remained strong around the platform all day with seven species in all. Finally, an Eastern Kingbird [my FOY] flew by the platform, calling as it did. I received a text from Bill Burkert today. It seems he has an injured back, suffered while fishing here at Chambers the other day. Isn’t the fish supposed to be the one risking injury in that sport? Hmmm… imagine what would have happened had the “Joel Embiid of fishing” actually caught a fish! [Gotcha buddy!] [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Bufflehead, Ring-necked Ducks, Wood Ducks, Ruddy Ducks, Horned Grebes, Chimney Swifts, Cormorants, Spotted Sandpipers, Bonaparte’s Gull, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Phoebe, Eastern Kingbird, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Gnatcatchers, Horned Larks, Savannah Sparrows, Field Sparrows, Baltimore Oriole, Orchard Oriole, Common Yellowthroats, Northern Waterthrushes, Yellow Warblers, Palm Warblers, Pine Warbler, Northern Parula, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (3): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Red-eared Slider, Green Frog. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 13,044, Miles – 5.49, Floors – 20 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 70; this season: 112 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Horned Lark and Eastern Kingbird. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks sunny with light east winds <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Bechdel
Observers: Kathy Bechdel, Nick Bolgiano
Visitors: Kathy & Dave Bechdel
Weather: In the morning, partly cloudy, mild, and light to moderate NE wind. In the afternoon, mostly full sun, warmer, and light to moderate ENE wind. Wind Speed: 2-8mph. Temperature: 5-14 Celsius.
Raptor Observations: No Golden Eagles.
Today's flight was a slow but steady trickle of BWs. There seemed to be no established flight path. Almost all BWs followed the ridge top or parallel to the N side, but they were seen at a variety of distances and heights.
Non-migratory raptors: 1 Black Vulture, 5 Turkey Vulture, 2 Bald Eagle, 2 Red-tailed Hawk
Predictions: Uncertain; Tomorrow will likely be the final day of the watch. With SE winds forecasted, it could be an excellent day to see big kettles of BWs and other migrants. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Bechdel () Tussey Mountain Hawk Watch information may be found at: tusseymountainspringhawkwatch.org/
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Bob Stewart
Observers: Ed Gowarty,Sr, Jim Rocco, Tom & Janet Kuehl
Visitors: Two- Kathy Zwipf, Jackie Nindel Observers: Jim Rocco, Ed Gowarty, Sr, Tom & Janet Kuehl.
Weather: Valley fogged in at start of watch. Visibility 0.5 km. Cloud cover 100%. Visibility improving to 17 km by 10 AM EST then 27 km by noon EST. Light winds out of the ENE then E. Complete cloud cover until 1 PM EST decreasing to 60% by 3 PM EST. Temperature 0.7 degrees C to 8.3 degrees C.
Raptor Observations: 20 migrating raptors. No eagles. 4 Sharp-shinned hawks, 12 broad-winged hawks, 3 red-tailed hawks, and 1 unknown raptor.
Predictions: Favorable winds: SE at 10-15 mph. High of 58 degrees F. Clouds and sun. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Robert Stewart (<bob...>)
Date: 4/25/24 1:46 pm From: Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> Subject: RBA western Pennsylvania, 26 March 2024 (two weeks)
RBA
*Pennsylvania
*Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania
*PAWE03.26.24twoweeks
Highlights:
TRUMPETER SWAN
CACKLING GOOSE (Erie and Somerset Counties)
SNOW GOOSE
EURASIAN WIGEON (Erie and Venango Counties)
EARED GREBE (Mercer County)
PURPLE SANDPIPER (Erie County)
ICELAND GULL (Erie and Mercer Counties)
LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL (Mercer County)
CASPIAN TERN
GOLDEN EAGLE (Erie and Fayette Counties)
NORTHERN SAW-WHET OWL
SHORT-EARED OWL
FISH CROW
NORTHERN SHRIKE
PURPLE MARTIN
LAPLAND LONGSPUR
AMERICAN PIPIT
PINE WARBLER
RED CROSSBILL (Forest and Warren Counties)
SAVANNAH SPARROW
EVENING GROSBEAK (Warren County)
COMMON REDPOLL (Warren County)
Contributors: Jason Bojczyk, Jack Bond, Trip Bondi, Dave Brooke, Rachel Cherry, Donna Collett, Michael David, Julie Dell, Jennifer Ferrick, Aidan Flinn, Ross Gallardy, John Garrett, Joe Gyekis, Tyler Hodges, Jeff Kenney, "Autumn Leaves" via eBird, Doug Massey, Brandon McCracken, Jim McGuire, Jerry McWilliams, Tim Mitchell, Steve Northrop, Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan, Kevin Parsons, James Phillips, Theo Rickert, Walter Shaffer, Liz Spence, Jerry Stanley, Randy Stringer, Nick Voris, E. White via eBird, Michael Williams, Carole Winslow, Nina Wolf, Kendall Zook.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Tuesday, 12 March 2024 through Tuesday, 26 March 2024 (two weeks)
**This report is distributed by e-mail only. Compiler is not responsible for errors on websites who reproduce/reprint these reports. If you would like to receive western PA RBAs, contact AMYTARACIDO@ YAHOO.COM
Transcript-
NOTE: TUNDRA SWAN, GADWALL, LONG-TAILED DUCK, GREAT EGRET, GREATER YELLOWLEGS, LESSER YELLOWLEGS, PECTORAL SANDPIPER, PINE SISKIN continue to be reported.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
On 3/24 at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve, 4 BLACK VULTURES (EPH).
ARMSTRONG COUNTY:
Along Armstrong Trail north of Dam 8 on 3/16, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (TR).
BEAVER COUNTY:
At Raccoon Creek State Park on 3/24, 1 PURPLE MARTIN (JP).
BUTLER COUNTY:
On 3/25 at Glade Run Lake, 1 FISH CROW (DB et. al.).
At Moraine State Park on 3/25, 1 TRUMPETER SWAN (LS).
CLARION COUNTY:
On 3/13 and 3/17 at Maple Glen Farm, 1 WINTER WREN (CW).
At Saw Mill Theater on 3/15, 1 NORTHERN SAW-WHET OWL (JGy).
On 3/16 at Cook Forest State Park, 1 PINE WARBLER (BM).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
On 3/14 at Jamestown campground, 6 RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (DB); on 3/17, 4-6 RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (DB et. al.); on 3/24, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (WS).
At Pymatuning State Park dam on 3/15, 2 RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (MW; on 3/22, 1 RED-HEADED WOODPECKER (RC).
ERIE COUNTY:
At Presque Isle State Park on 3/13, sightings included 1 NORTHERN HARRIER, 1 MERLIN, 20 RUSTY BLACKBIRDS (JMcW), 1 PURPLE SANDPIPER, 1 ICELAND GULL, 2 LAPLAND LONGSPURS (RG), 3 AMERICAN PIPITS (JF); on 3/14, 18 LONG-TAILED DUCKS, CANVASBACKS, REDHEADS (RS); on 3/16, 2 MERLIN (JMcW), 3 PURPLE SANDPIPERS (DM), 1 ICELAND/THAYER'S GULL (NW), 1 GOLDEN EAGLE (JB); on 3/18, 1 ICELAND/THAYER'S GULL (JGa); on 3/23, 1 CACKLING GOOSE (AL et. al.); on 3/25, 4 NORTHERN HARRIERS, 1 BLACK VULTURE, 1 MERLIN (JMcW); on 3/26, 1 CASPIAN TERN, 1 SAVANNAH SPARROW (JB).
On 3/17 at State Gamelands #218, 1 NORTHERN SHRIKE (DM); on 3/23 and 3/24, 1 EURASIAN WIGEON (DM, RK, KZ); on 3/24, 1 SHORT-EARED OWL (KZ).
In Edinboro on 3/21 and 3/23, 1 NORTHERN SHRIKE (JD); on 3/22, 175 AMERICAN PIPITS (JMcW).
FAYETTE COUNTY:
On 3/23 at Jacobs Creek Wetlands, 1 GOLDEN EAGLE (MD).
FOREST COUNTY:
On 3/15 at Beaver Meadows Recreation Area, 3 RED CROSSBILLS (JMcG et. al.).
At Dawson Run Road on 3/17, 1 SAVANNAH SPARROW (JK et. al.).
INDIANA COUNTY:
On 3/24 at Yellow Creek State Park, 1 PURPLE MARTIN (TH).
JEFFERSON COUNTY:
In Jefferson on 3/15, 1 WINTER WREN (NV).
MERCER COUNTY:
At Lake Wilhelm on 3/14, 1 LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL (DB).
On 3/15, 3/16, and 3/18 at Maurice K. Goddard State Park, LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS (SN); on 3/23, EARED GREBES (TM et. al.); on 3/24, LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS (KP et. al.); on 3/25, 1 ICELAND/THAYER'S GULL (NW).
In Sheakleyville on 3/18, 1 RUSTY BLACKBIRD (TM).
On 3/23 along Z. H. Confair Memorial Highway, 8 SNOW GEESE (MW).
SOMERSET COUNTY:
At Laurel Hill State Park lake on 3/13, 1 CACKLING GOOSE (JB).
On 3/17 along the GAP Trail, 1 VIRGINIA RAIL (AF).
VENANGO COUNTY:
At Kahle Lake on 3/15, sightings included CANVASBACKS, REDHEADS; on 3/17, 1 EURASIAN WIGEON (JS).
WARREN COUNTY:
On 3/17 at Crescent Park, 1 NORTHERN SHRIKE (AL).
Along the bike trail in Warren on 3/17, 1 EVENING GROSBEAK, 1 COMMON REDPOLL (AL).
On 3/20 at Cherry Grove, 1 NORTHERN SHRIKE, 1 RED CROSSBILL (AL).
WASHINGTON COUNTY:
On 3/14 at Canonsburg Lake, 1 FISH CROW (TB).
At Hillman State Park on 3/16, 1 PINE WARBLER (DC).
This week at Pennwest California, BLACK VULTURES (AT, EW).
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: David Barber
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Madalen Goitia
Weather: Partlt cloudy, high 68, S wind less than 1mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 4/25/24 11:51 am From: Lisa Dziuban <dziubanlisa...> Subject: Hummingbird-Plumstead Twp., Bucks
Today I saw my FOY hummingbird. I was weeding in the garden again, sitting, amongst the Temple Of Beauty tulips. They are tall and an orange/red color. I heard the bird buzz by my head and turned just as it swerved away from the tulip. It happened so fast I was not able to see if it was a male or female.
Cool temps have kept the feeders busy and there is much bird action. The only other new bird I am seeing lately is a Gray Catbird.
Lisa Dziuban
“A garden is always in the throes of becoming something else. Mr. B says: ‘Garden designers tend to think it is a painting they are making, but I think it’s just a fleeting dream. It is evolving, beyond anyone’s powers. You cannot be prescriptive with nature. I think that is a mistake’.”
Isabel Bannerman,
Husbandry, 2022
Thanks Chad & Mike. I appreciate the info. I'll keep trying with the website.
Amy Taracido
________________________________
From: Michael Fialkovich <mpfial...>
Sent: Thursday, April 25, 2024 11:43 AM
To: <pabirds...> <pabirds...>; Amy Taracido <amytaracido...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] eBird questions
Hi Amy,
I contacted the observer regarding the Barn Owl. He noted in his checklist he had photos.
I did not receive a reply and no photos have been added to the ebird checklist. I haven't checked recently but if there were, I would think it would have appeared in my review que.
A Barn Owl in a forested river valley is unlikely. I think it was more likely a Barred Owl.
eBird seems to be working for me.
Mike Fialkovich
Pittsburgh Area, Allegheny County
On Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 11:19:53 AM EDT, Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> wrote:
Hi, I might have missed the talk, but is eBird malfunctioning for everyone? The site won't load?
Also, did anyone happen to check/validate the report of a Barn Owl in Ohiopyle on 3/14?
thanks,
Amy Taracido
Washington Co., PA
western PA RBA compiler
Date: 4/25/24 8:43 am From: Michael Fialkovich <0000012b4af48ab0-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: eBird questions
Hi Amy,
I contacted the observer regarding the Barn Owl. He noted in his checklist he had photos.
I did not receive a reply and no photos have been added to the ebird checklist. I haven't checked recently but if there were, I would think it would have appeared in my review que.
A Barn Owl in a forested river valley is unlikely. I think it was more likely a Barred Owl.
eBird seems to be working for me.
Mike Fialkovich
Pittsburgh Area, Allegheny County
On Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 11:19:53 AM EDT, Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> wrote:
Hi, I might have missed the talk, but is eBird malfunctioning for everyone? The site won't load?
Also, did anyone happen to check/validate the report of a Barn Owl in Ohiopyle on 3/14?
thanks,
Amy Taracido
Washington Co., PA
western PA RBA compiler
Date: 4/25/24 8:23 am From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Subject: Re: eBird questions
I have been using eBird all morning with no problems.
Deb
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Amy Taracido <amytaracido...>
Date: Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 11:19 AM
To: pabirds <PABIRDS...>
Subject: [PABIRDS] eBird questions
Hi, I might have missed the talk, but is eBird malfunctioning for everyone? The site won't load?
Also, did anyone happen to check/validate the report of a Barn Owl in Ohiopyle on 3/14?
thanks,
Amy Taracido
Washington Co., PA
western PA RBA compiler
Date: 4/25/24 4:24 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (24 Apr 2024) 3 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 24, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Rick Robinson
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (2): Rick Robinson <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Bald Eagle, 1-Red-shouldered Hawk, 3-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (3) and Turkey Vultures (25). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Once at Chambers Lake, I discovered the wind sweeping off the lake was far too strong to set up my field office on the deck. It would have been blown away. A couple of thunderstorms were roaming the area, not neglecting Chambers Lake as they did. I retreated to my van – a poor substitute – but I made the best of a poor situation. It has been that way all spring here. Yellow Warbler [my FOY] was nice to hear even from the van. A Raven came in and chased a soaring Red-tailed Hawk. Once a Corvid, always a Corvid, I reckon. Another potential conflict was brewing with an adult Bald Eagle, casually soaring above while watching intently, 2 fishing Ospreys. Things came full circle when the Red-tailed Hawk chased the Eagle…and so it goes. Orchard Orioles were up at the hawk watch site, as well. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Ducks, Ring-necked Ducks, Bufflehead, Ruddy Ducks, Pied-billed Grebes, Horned Grebe, Coot, Swifts, Spotted Sandpiper, Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, Warbling Vireos, Common Raven, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Gnatcatchers, Orchard Orioles, Field Sparrows, Common Yellowthroats, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (2): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Green Frog, Pickerel Frog. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 6,219, Miles – 2.63, Floors – 14 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 59; this season: 110 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (3):” Yellow Warbler, Catbird, and Orchard Oriole. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks cloudy, then partly sunny <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 4/24/24 6:39 pm From: Paul Blank <paulblank...> Subject: Prairie Warbler, Smoketown area, Lancaster County
Hi All
I had a Prairie Warbler flitting about in a large maple tree and vocalizing frequently at a residential job site on Highland Drive just off the 340 exit of Route 30 between Smoketown & Bridgeport.
While I’ve seen numerous Prairie Warblers in the Outer Banks, North Carolina - this was a first for me in Lancaster so it was memorable. Probably not too exciting, but it made my day!
Paul Blank
Eden Heights area, Lancaster county
Sent from my iPhone
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 4.75 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Bechdel
Observers:
Visitors: N/A
Weather: Started the watch at 1000 due to rain and had to take a couple breaks for showers at 1100 and 1300. Wind was moderate WNW in morning, shifting to NW in the afternoon. Skies were partly cloudy and variable throughout the day. Wind Speed: 5-14mph. Temperature: 10-14 Celsius.
Predictions: Uncertain; Tomorrow doesn't look promising. Friday could be a great day for BWs with moderate SE wind. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Bechdel () Tussey Mountain Hawk Watch information may be found at: tusseymountainspringhawkwatch.org/
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Katia Gutierrez , Rileigh Leach
Weather: Partly cloudy, High 64 degrees, winds NW 1-5 mph
Raptor Observations: An osprey came close to the North Look Out. We were able to see it in detail.
Non-raptor Observations: Black and white warblers and Eastern Towhee are starting to show more ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Predictions: cold overnight with possible frost; dry Thurs with light & variable winds;partly cloudy with a high near 50F ======================================================================== Report submitted by Rosemary McGlynn (<denali...>)
Date: 4/24/24 7:40 am From: Robin and Daniel Zmoda <robinanddanielz...> Subject: Northampton county birds
Yesterday along the Delaware near Riverview golf course I had several Brown Thrashers, a House Wren and a Hermit Thrush. Today at Weona Park in Pen Argyl there were Bluebirds, a Sharp shinned Hawk, three flyover Ospreys and an adult Peregrine flying low and defeathering what looked like a Rose breasted Grosbeak. Dan Zmoda Pen Argyl
Date: 4/24/24 4:02 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (23 Apr 2024) 4 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 23, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Allison Barnes, Chris Cancelmo, Mary Andersen, Rick Robinson
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (5): Mary Andersen, Allison Barnes, Chris Cancelmo, Rick Robinson <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Bald Eagle, 5-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (6) and Turkey Vultures (65). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-1; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Admittedly, my field brew had a difficult time waking my butt up this morning but I finally arrived at Chambers Lake. Exiting my van, the ringing call of a Northern Waterthrush [my FOY] was heard singing from the tiny pool right beside the platform. To the distant right, a pair of Horned Grebes [see picture] were diving near the dam. As bad as the weather has been most of this spring, it was delightful today. No gloves or hoodie on me this fine day. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Bufflehead, Ring-necked Ducks, Lesser Scaup, Wood Ducks, Ruddy Duck, Pied-billed Grebes, Horned Grebes, Coot, Chimney Swifts, Spotted Sandpiper, Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, Green Heron, Phoebe, Warbling Vireos, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Gnatcatchers, Field Sparrows, Northern Waterthrush, Palm Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (4): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur, Red Admiral. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (1): Pickerel Frog. Mammals (3): Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 11,004, Miles – 4.69, Floors – 8 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 60; this season: 107 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Northern Waterthrush and Horned Grebe. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks very changeable but with increasing NW winds. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 4/24/24 3:46 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (22 Apr 2024) 1 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 22, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Bill Burkert, Chris Cancelmo
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (3): Bill Burkert, Chris Cancelmo <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 1-Red-shouldered Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (7) and Turkey Vultures (46). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Once up at Chambers Lake, I was faced with a much different day. There were few clouds, but the wind still came up in strong gusts. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Ring-necked Ducks, Wood Ducks, Bufflehead, Lesser Scaup, Coot, Pied-billed Grebes, Chimney Swifts, Spotted Sandpiper, Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Gnatcatcher, Field Sparrows, Towhees, Palm Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (0). Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (1): Pickerel Frog. Mammals (3): Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 9,011, Miles – 3.84, Floors – 15 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 55; this season: 105 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):” nothing. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks a contrastingly beautiful day. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Predictions: Uncertain; Tomorrow and Thursday do not look promising. Friday's SE winds could bring one final push to end our season. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Bechdel () Tussey Mountain Hawk Watch information may be found at: tusseymountainspringhawkwatch.org/
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Jerry McWilliams
Observers: Jerry Stanley, Katie Andersen
Visitors: Jerry Stanley and Katie Andersen assisted with the count. Visitors included Jim Baxter, Ruth Swaney, and my wife, Linda.
Weather: Mostly clear early becoming cloudy. Strong SSW wind and mild temps.
Raptor Observations: The flight was slow, but steady through the day with singles and small groups of TVs, BWs and SSs passing close to the lake and directly overhead. Highlights were Sandhill Cranes and a light morph Rough-legged Hawk. A bizarre small raptor flying with a BW caught our attention. Likely just a strange BW, but the wings were broader and very rounded, and the tail was very short barely projecting beyond the wings.
Non-raptor Observations: Purple Martin 3, Common Loon 1, Sandhill Crane 5 in one group and a single bird, Tree Swallow, American Goldfinch, House Finch, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Canada Goose, blackbirds, mostly Brown-headed Cowbirds, and Northern Flicker
Predictions: Chance of rain in the AM and much colder with north wind. A good day to catch up on things at home. Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 14:30:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Jim Rocco
Observers: Nancy Ott
Visitors: Nancy Ott
Weather: Light to moderate winds from the South and Southwest Temperatures ranged from 10.3 to 16.7 C. Cloud cover went from 30% to 100%. Visibility was clear up to 40 KM.
Raptor Observations: Only 8 raptors counted for the day.
Non-raptor Observations: Brown Thrasher, BC chickadee's, rufted titmouse, juncos, tree swallows, blue birds, doves, robins, flickers, pigeon, blue jays, local tv's.
Painted lady butterfly, least skipper, clouded sulpher cabbage whites, tiger swallowtail grey squirrel
Predictions: cool with possible rain showers ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jim Rocco (<jd.jh.rocco...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Madalen Goitia
Weather: Mostly clear skies for the morning, low SE winds less than 7mph.
Smoke decreased visibility starting from 11:20 am until 3 pm.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Nancy Ott
Observers: Che Mincone, Marian Mincone
Visitors: Marian and Che Mincone lasted to end of day.
Weather: Sunny, blue skies, W, WNW winds.
Raptor Observations: Broadwing landed in tree edge of hawkwatch 2 times then flew south. 5 turkey vultures landed in tree below edge of hawkwatch around 4p.DST.
Non-raptor Observations: Nuthatch,towhee, chickadees, blue birds, field sparrow, robin, loon X1
Predictions: SW winds speeds 4 to 12 mph. No precipitation but mainly cloudy. Temps low 60's. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Nancy Ott (<ednancy.ott...>)
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Bechdel
Observers: Kathy Bechdel, Ken Bowman, Nick Bolgiano
Visitors: Kathy & Dave Bechdel, Ken Bowman
Weather: Full sun with a few scattered clouds all day. The wind was WNW early and then shifted to NW wind in the afternoon. A few wave clouds were entertaining. Wind Speed: 4-13mph. Temperature: 5-14 Celsius.
Raptor Observations: Golden Eagles: 1 Im-10:42
The flight was extremely slow and the skies were empty from about 1100 onward.
Non-migratory raptors: 1 Black Vulture, 5 Turkey Vulture, 2 Bald Eagle, 2 Red-tailed Hawk, 1 Cooper's Hawk, 2 Broad-winged Hawk
Non-raptor Observations: Notable Birds: 3 Common Loon, 1 Chimney Swift
Predictions: Uncertain; Tomorrow's SSW wind could be good or mediocre. Wednesday and Thursday don't look promising. Friday could be a great day with S wind.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Bechdel () Tussey Mountain Hawk Watch information may be found at: tusseymountainspringhawkwatch.org/
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 4/22/24 4:05 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (21 Apr 2024) 4 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 21, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 1-Red-shouldered Hawk, 3-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (6) and Turkey Vultures (57). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Still another cold, raw day was ahead today, requiring a full mug of BOLD Field Brew which I availed myself of. Once at Chambers Lake, I unpacked to a mostly empty lake – empty of people. This weather is killing spring fever. At least there wasn’t much wind today. Thru the stillness, a Wild Turkey was heard calling from Rand’s woods. A Common Yellowthroat, calling off the deck, was just a bit early [my FOY]. Later, the wind was as fierce as yesterday, blowing my site off the deck. I was layered up against this frigid cold, yet several people showed up attired in shorts. I need a higher proof alcohol or something. Their blood must be at a higher “octane” than mine. As I packed up, a frost warning flashed across my phone. So, maybe I’m not crazy? At least, I am not alone thinking it cold. I’m still gonna try the higher “blood” octane, though. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Ring-necked Ducks, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, Wood Ducks, Pied-billed Grebe, American Coot, Chimney Swift, Wild Turkey, Spotted Sandpipers, Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Rough-winged Swallows, Purple Martins, Warbling Vireos, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Field Sparrows, Towhees, Palm Warblers, Common Yellowthroat, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (3): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (3): Spring Peeper, Green Frog, American Toad. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 8,173, Miles – 3.48, Floors – 9 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 61; this season: 105 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (1):” Common Yellowthroat. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks to be sunny with NW wind <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:15:00 Observation end time: 14:30:00 Total observation time: 6.25 hours
Official Counter: Erika Bowman
Observers: Adam Katrancha
Visitors: Erika Bowman, Adam Katarancha
Weather: Cooler, cloudy, light Westerly winds
Raptor Observations: Local birds: 6 Turkey Vultures, 1 Red-shouldered, 1 Red-tailed and 1 Cooper's
Non-raptor Observations: Blue-headed Vireo, Yellow-rumped Warber, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, W Turkey, M Dove, C Loon, Red-bellied WP, Downy, WP, N Flicker, B Jay, A Crow, C Raven, BC Chickadee, T Titmouse, T Swallow, WB Nuthatch, Brown Trasher, E Bluebird, A Robin, Chipping SP, Field SP, E Towhee, BH Cowbird, N Cardinal
Predictions: Generally sunny. High around 55F. Winds WNW at 10 to 15 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Erika Bowman (<dizzechick...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler: Andy Price
Counters: Katia Gutierrez , Rileigh Leach
Weather: Cloudy, High 55F, NW winds 1-5MPH
Raptor Observations: Witnessed Black Vulture with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary wing tag and Red Tails kiting and diving
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Was fortunate this morning to view a red-headed woodpecker in Peace Valley Park. It was across the road from the West Woods parking lot. Happy birding,Diane SembelloAbington PA
Date: 4/21/24 9:19 am From: Franklin Haas <fhaasbirds...> Subject: PSO Birding Festival, Blitz, Art Auction, Birding Tours
As we are all busily seeking warblers this spring, PSO is hard at work
preparing for some exciting programs that offer great birding
opportunities. Please take a minute to check out the programs below, check
your calendars, and sign up!
The PSO Birding Festival <https://pabirds.org/2024-overview/> will take
place May 31-June 2 in Washington County. Nearly 90 PA birders have already
signed up, but there is plenty of space for YOU. We have an incredible
line-up of expert-led field trips and fascinating speakers.
In addition to trips to birding hotspots throughout southwestern PA, there
is a special opportunity to visit the National Aviary, which is proudly
sponsoring the festival.
The deadline to register for the banquet - featuring a keynote address by
author Katie Fallon - is May 9. Click here to register
<https://pabirds.org/2024-overview/>.
A few field trips have filled and more will do so as we get closer to the
event, so we recommend registering now for your best selection of trips.
Registration is also open for the 4th Annual Breeding Bird Blitz for
Conservation <https://www.breedingbirdblitz.org/>, June 7th through the
17th. Birders are invited to join the Blitz by forming a team, raising
funds, and competing in either the “cumulative count” or “big day”
categories to document birds during the nesting season. Teams enlist their
friends to support their efforts with a donation; and all donations are
evenly split among three bird conservation projects. This year the Blitz is
supporting excellent projects led by Allegheny Land Trust, Pocono
Environmental Education Center, and Rider Park. Bird-lovers of all ages and
skill levels are invited to visit www.breedingbirdblitz.org
https://www.breedingbirdblitz.org/to learn more about the event, to form
and register a team, or to make a donation.
And don‛t forget the PSO Art Auction! Two original works that were used on
the new PSO t-shirts are being auctioned off online. Go to
https://pabirds.org/auction/ for more information and to bid.
And, last but not least, we are excited to announce that Hillstar Nature is
opening registration for two special opportunities for PSO members. These
trips offer the chance to travel with other PSO members and experience
excellent out-of-state birding. A portion of your registration fee will
support PSO programs. There will be a trek across Montana
<https://www.hillstarnature.com/glacier-grasslands-pso-2025> next summer
and a deepwater pelagic trip out of Maryland
<https://www.hillstarnature.com/md-deepwater-pelagic-sept-8-2024> this
September.
Thank you for your ongoing support of PSO. We hope to see you soon.
--
Frank Haas
Wisdom begins with putting the right name to a thing.
Date: 4/21/24 5:59 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (20 Apr 2024) 11 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 20, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers:
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (5): Fred Miller, Chris Cancelmo, Jerry Jeffers, Susan Jeffers <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (22) and Turkey Vultures (72). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-1; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-_ <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Once setting up at Chambers Lake, there noticed fishermen were everywhere, as expected. The weather was miserable but got brighter. Then the wind began howling from the west. I just can’t catch a break this spring. A couple of early Bank Swallows [FOY] swept by. A Baltimore Oriole was heard chattering. The day’s lone Broad-winged Hawks soared over shortly before 2pm. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> American Coot, Chimney Swifts, Lesser Scaup, Wood Ducks, Bufflehead, Ring-necked Ducks, Pied-billed Grebe, Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Gnatcatchers, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Bank Swallows [FOY], Warbling Vireo, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Field Sparrows, Towhees, Baltimore Oriole, Palm Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (3): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Spring Peeper, Green Frog. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Miles: Steps – 10,637, Miles – 4.53, Floors – 18 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 59; this season: 104 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (3):” Chimney Swift, Bank Swallow, and Baltimore Oriole. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks fairly cloudy with a light NW breeze. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Bob Stewart
Observers: Adam Katrancha, Mike Wolfe
Visitors: 12 including the St. Vincent College Bird Team.
Helping spot Mike Wolfe, Adam Katrancha.
Weather: Mostly sunny. Temp 8 to 11 degrees C. Wind out of the W then WNW. Aver. AM velocity 8 mph; Afternoon velocity 15 mph. Wind Gusts to 30+ mph. AM haze becoming clear in late afternoon. Visibility 35 to 40 km.
Raptor Observations: No Golden Eagles. 1 Bald Eagle unaged at 11:44 AM high and over the valley near 3 TV's. 11 Total raptors.
Local TV's (not counted as migrants).
Non-raptor Observations: Tree swallows, mourning doves, towhee, Am. Robin, Red-bellied woodpecker, downy woodpecker, blue jays, eastern bluebirds, field sparrow.
black swallowtail.
Predictions: Cloudy. High 48 degrees F. Wind out of the WNW at 10-20 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Robert Stewart (<bob...>)
Date: 4/20/24 2:33 pm From: linda steelers <lindasteelers...> Subject: Re: Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
I had nothing but problems with my Zeiss Conquest binos. I sent them back 3x for service and the focus ring is broken again. ☹️. I finally gave up on them and picked up the Vortex HD. Much better IMO.
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From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Ed <ed.barrell...>
Sent: Saturday, April 20, 2024 5:17:19 PM
To: <PABIRDS...> <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
Send them back to Zeiss. They did a great job on mine.
On April 20, 2024 5:05:55 PM EDT, Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...> wrote:
>The binocular is a Zeiss Conguest HD 8x42. The diopter does adjust, it is
>just maxed out, I can't adjust it anymore to fit my eyes.
>
>Mark Boyd
>Lehigh County
>
>On Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 4:52 PM Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> wrote:
>
>> If it is a Swarovski set, they will repair it for free. We have sent ours
>> in several times. Greg even had his external body replaced.
>> Drawback is living without them for awhile.
>> Deb Grove
>>
>> Deborah S. Grove
>>
>> ------------------------------
>> *From:* Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...>
>> on behalf of Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...>
>> *Sent:* Saturday, April 20, 2024 3:35:53 PM
>> *To:* pabirds <PABIRDS...>
>> *Subject:* [PABIRDS] Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
>>
>> Lately, I haven't been able to focus clearly with my binocular. I thought
>> that maybe the diopter somehow was moved, and I find that I need to adjust
>> it further but it is maxed out. Has anyone else experienced this? And, is
>> there a solution other than putting a lens cap over one of the barrels? I
>> will appreciate your feedback.
>>
>> Mark Boyd
>> Lehigh County
>>
Date: 4/20/24 2:17 pm From: Ed <ed.barrell...> Subject: Re: Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
Send them back to Zeiss. They did a great job on mine.
On April 20, 2024 5:05:55 PM EDT, Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...> wrote:
>The binocular is a Zeiss Conguest HD 8x42. The diopter does adjust, it is
>just maxed out, I can't adjust it anymore to fit my eyes.
>
>Mark Boyd
>Lehigh County
>
>On Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 4:52 PM Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> wrote:
>
>> If it is a Swarovski set, they will repair it for free. We have sent ours
>> in several times. Greg even had his external body replaced.
>> Drawback is living without them for awhile.
>> Deb Grove
>>
>> Deborah S. Grove
>>
>> ------------------------------
>> *From:* Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...>
>> on behalf of Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...>
>> *Sent:* Saturday, April 20, 2024 3:35:53 PM
>> *To:* pabirds <PABIRDS...>
>> *Subject:* [PABIRDS] Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
>>
>> Lately, I haven't been able to focus clearly with my binocular. I thought
>> that maybe the diopter somehow was moved, and I find that I need to adjust
>> it further but it is maxed out. Has anyone else experienced this? And, is
>> there a solution other than putting a lens cap over one of the barrels? I
>> will appreciate your feedback.
>>
>> Mark Boyd
>> Lehigh County
>>
Date: 4/20/24 2:06 pm From: Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...> Subject: Re: Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
The binocular is a Zeiss Conguest HD 8x42. The diopter does adjust, it is
just maxed out, I can't adjust it anymore to fit my eyes.
Mark Boyd
Lehigh County
On Sat, Apr 20, 2024, 4:52 PM Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> wrote:
> If it is a Swarovski set, they will repair it for free. We have sent ours
> in several times. Greg even had his external body replaced.
> Drawback is living without them for awhile.
> Deb Grove
>
> Deborah S. Grove
>
> ------------------------------
> *From:* Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...>
> on behalf of Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...>
> *Sent:* Saturday, April 20, 2024 3:35:53 PM
> *To:* pabirds <PABIRDS...>
> *Subject:* [PABIRDS] Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
>
> Lately, I haven't been able to focus clearly with my binocular. I thought
> that maybe the diopter somehow was moved, and I find that I need to adjust
> it further but it is maxed out. Has anyone else experienced this? And, is
> there a solution other than putting a lens cap over one of the barrels? I
> will appreciate your feedback.
>
> Mark Boyd
> Lehigh County
>
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Katia Gutierrez , Madalen Goitia, Matt Wlasniewski
Weather:
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 4/20/24 1:52 pm From: Grove, Deborah Shuey <dsg4...> Subject: Re: Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
If it is a Swarovski set, they will repair it for free. We have sent ours in several times. Greg even had his external body replaced.
Drawback is living without them for awhile.
Deb Grove
Deborah S. Grove
________________________________
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...>
Sent: Saturday, April 20, 2024 3:35:53 PM
To: pabirds <PABIRDS...>
Subject: [PABIRDS] Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
Lately, I haven't been able to focus clearly with my binocular. I thought
that maybe the diopter somehow was moved, and I find that I need to adjust
it further but it is maxed out. Has anyone else experienced this? And, is
there a solution other than putting a lens cap over one of the barrels? I
will appreciate your feedback.
Date: 4/20/24 12:36 pm From: Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...> Subject: Old Eyes, Diopter Adjustment
Lately, I haven't been able to focus clearly with my binocular. I thought that maybe the diopter somehow was moved, and I find that I need to adjust it further but it is maxed out. Has anyone else experienced this? And, is there a solution other than putting a lens cap over one of the barrels? I will appreciate your feedback.
Date: 4/20/24 11:29 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks CO.
- The following were seen or heard on the morning bird walk led by Steve Boyle from the Silver Lake Nature Center located in Bristol PA.
- Thank you Steve for leading.
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Silver Lake Park/Nature Center, Bucks, Pennsylvania, US
Apr 20, 2024 7:27 AM - 9:57 AM
Protocol: Traveling
0.9 mile(s)
- Participants 6
37 species
Canada Goose 5
Wood Duck 6
Mallard 2
Mourning Dove 3
Double-crested Cormorant 38 Three on lake. 35 flyover
Green Heron 1
Great Blue Heron 3
Osprey 1
Belted Kingfisher 1
Red-bellied Woodpecker 3
Downy Woodpecker 2
Northern Flicker 2
Blue Jay 4
Fish Crow 7
Carolina Chickadee 3
Tufted Titmouse 3
Tree Swallow 8
Ruby-crowned Kinglet 2
Golden-crowned Kinglet 2
White-breasted Nuthatch 2
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher 1
Carolina Wren 5
European Starling 4
American Robin 20
House Sparrow 2
American Goldfinch 5
Chipping Sparrow 3
White-throated Sparrow 25
Song Sparrow 3
Swamp Sparrow 2
Red-winged Blackbird 25
Brown-headed Cowbird 1
Rusty Blackbird 1
Common Yellowthroat 4
Yellow Warbler 2
Yellow-rumped Warbler 5
Northern Cardinal 5
Date: 4/20/24 5:21 am From: Lisa Dziuban <dziubanlisa...> Subject: Wood Thrush-Plumstead Twp., Bucks Co.
Pre Dawn I heard the ethereal song of a Wood Thrush followed by the continual song of a white Throat. I wish the Wood Thrush would stick around but I doubt it. White Throated sparrows have been very numerous and vocal this year. Last night I heard a Barred Owl off in the distance.
Lisa Dziuban
“For nature, who abhors mannerism, has set her heart on breaking up all styles and tricks.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Date: 4/20/24 3:42 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (19 Apr 2024) 4 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 19, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Bill Burkert, Mike Fowles
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (3): Mike Fowles, Bill Burkert <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (10) and Turkey Vultures (45). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Once at Chambers Lake, and with a working computer, I found conditions to be as miserable as yesterday. As we sat there, a Mink sauntered right out in front of us, carrying a squirrel [see picture]. Photography, as we’ve already asserted, is not Bill’s strong suit… he missed getting a picture. He left the lens cap on [see picture]! At 2pm, a Turkey called. No, not Bill – he was there – one with feathers, an actual Turkey. Bill brought his fly pole with him. Bill had his pole in his hand which prevented him from using his fly rod. Anyway, he fished [his term for what he did, not mine] for a couple of hours. Where we had witnessed them pulling fish out by the handful, Bill caught nary a fish – not even a nibble [see picture of Bill not catching fish]. He did catch a rock and 2 trees, though. So, he has that going for him… which is nice. He said he grabbed the wrong fly which leaves me wondering how he had his pole in his hand. If Bill tells you something other than this, it’s a fish story. I, as always, maintain journalistic integrity by keeping it real – it’s my strong suit. Have you considered that fishing may not be your strong suit, my friend? I haven’t the words for what happened next. Seriously, I can’t write it down. It began with Bill asking 2 female kayakers approaching him the seemingly innocuous question “Are you twins?” Their response elicited a jaw-dropping, shocked “Huh??” from our “fisherman.” Sadly, I won’t be able to write the social faux pas which followed, here, as it actually occurred – it will not fit in our PC world. My words wouldn’t do it justice, anyway. Fortunately Bill did this in front of a trusted, valued friend and, as always, with only his best interest as a priority. My lips are sealed. Besides, what happens with EBNT stays with EBNT! You know me. I couldn’t wait to get to my keyboard… Actually, it’s more a performance art impersonation, anyway. Ask me when you see me for a performance… Bill, you’re the gift that keeps giving, buddy! Thanks for being my friend…. You left me in tears. Rain came again, forcing an end to today’s entertainment. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Bufflehead. Ring-necked Ducks, Wood Ducks, Pied-billed Grebe, Cormorants, Wild Turkey, Spotted Sandpiper, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Gnatcatchers, Brown Thrasher, Field Sparrows, Swamp Sparrow, Towhees, Palm Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (3): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Spring Peeper, American Toad. Mammals (6): Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Woodchuck, Eastern Chipmunk, Red Squirrel, Mink. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 6,224, Miles – 2.65, Floors – 7 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 55; this season: 101 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (1):” Wild Turkey. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks to continue winding down under a cloudy sky and increasing west winds. <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 4/19/24 5:13 pm From: A. Liebner <000000d98121eaef-dmarc-request...> Subject: Brown Thrasher arrived, Juncos gone Schuylkill Co.
Hello fellow birders,
A first-of-year Brown Thrasher appeared on Wednesday, April 17th. I'm sure it was one that nested here because it didn't waste any time visiting the window feeder. Of course, the resident Northern Mockingbird didn't waste any time chasing it away.
American Tree Swallows seem to have claimed a nest box near the house. They are there every day but only one feather is inside so far.
I'm glad someone mentioned the lack of Juncos because I might not have noticed for a few days. There were a few here yesterday, 4/18, but none today. The White-throats are getting their bright breeding plumage but just a few remain. White-crowned Sparrows didn't winter over this year but we still might see some passing through.
Our Eastern Bluebirds had a nest built since 4/07 but no eggs until yesterday, Thursday, 4/18.
On Wednesday, 4/17 I looked out the kitchen window just in time to see several blackbirds scattering in all directions and Red-tailed Hawk take one out of the sky and fly to a telephone pole to enjoy it's meal.
It's an exciting time of year watching each day for new birds to appear on the property and at the feeders.
Good Birding,
Ann M. Liebner
Wayne Twp. Schuylkill County
Date: 4/19/24 4:37 pm From: Arlene Koch <0000012d74227426-dmarc-request...> Subject: Koch property and local rarity, Northampton County
You know things are changing when you look out at your backyard feeders area and see only 2 juncos, 5 white throats, and 1 white-crowned that are joined by an adult male eastern towhee, a field sparrow, and 13 chipping sparrows. Also purple finches have been at feeders all week
The rarity is a mottled duck in Lehigh County somewhere on schantz road or Tillage road. It was seen at both spots. Please check ebird rarity posts for exact locations.
Sent from my iPhone
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Alexandra Hagans, Katia Gutierrez
Weather: Cloudy, High 54 degrees, 1-5 mph. Haze and Fog
Raptor Observations: We saw a line with 8 BW, 1 NH and 2 OSPR
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 11:00:00 Total observation time: 2 hours
Official Counter: Jerry McWilliams
Observers:
Visitors: none
Weather: Cloudy with SW wind early becoming westerly in the second half the second hour. Very dense low clouds rolled in off the lake after 1030 EST with falling temps.
Raptor Observations: Singles passing overhead sporadically, but numbers low as expected with the heavy cloud cover.
Non-raptor Observations: Chimney Swift 1, Tree Swallows, Barn Swallow 1, hundreds of blackbirds with many cowbirds among them, Canada Goose, Great Blue Heron 2, American Crow, numerous Northern Flickers, European Starling, Herring and Ring-billed Gull, American Goldfinch
Predictions: Intervals of clouds and sun and cold with strong west wind. A flight not expected.Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 4/19/24 1:47 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (18 Apr 2024) 7 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 18, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Bill Burkert, Rick Robinson
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (3): Bill Burkert, Rick Robinson <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (21) and Turkey Vultures (69). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> After my morning walk, I sat at Chambers Lake, scanning sky and lake. The Bonaparte’s Gulls were gone by the time I arrived. A Warbling Vireo was here singing away as I unpacked. A Great Egret [my FOY] was in a tree in the far cove. It was a cold, raw day at The Watch. I spent the day layered up, gloves and all, trying to keep warm. This was no day for a hawk migration. Still, the sky was active with local birds, the thickets and trees full of warblers, and the water active with swallows and gulls feeding. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Bufflehead, Wood Ducks, Ring-necked Ducks, Pied-billed Grebe, Spotted Sandpiper, Greater Yellowlegs, Cormorants, Bonaparte’s Gulls, Great Egret, Great Blue Herons, Kingfisher, Warbling Vireo, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Raven, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Gnatcatchers, Field Sparrows, Swamp Sparrow, Towhees, Palm Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 61; this season: 100 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Great Egret and House Wren. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks to be mostly cloudy with SE wind <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Jim Rocco
Observers:
Visitors: None
Weather: Winds from the WNW. Temperatures went from 10.2 to 14.9 C.Cloud cover was 100% most of the day then 50%.Visibility was up to 32 km, with a haze in the early morning.
Raptor Observations: 31 raptors counted,
Non-raptor Observations: Tree swallows, bluebirds, flickers, bc chickadees, towhees, bluejays, red bellied woodpecker, wb nuthatches, doves, hairy woodpecker, favens, local tv'sCabbagewhites, least skipper, cloudless sulpher Wood turtle, grey squirell, 2 white tail deer, 3 turkey's
Predictions: clear with rain in the late afternoon. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jim Rocco (<jd.jh.rocco...>)
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Bechdel
Observers: Kathy Bechdel, Ken Bowman
Visitors: Kathy & Dave Bechdel, Ken Bowman
Weather: Overcast in the morning becoming partly cloudy in the afternoon with light to moderate WNW wind. Wind speed peaked around midday and tapered off in the afternoon. Wind speed: 3-9mph. Temperature: 13-19 Celsius.
Raptor Observations: No Golden Eagles. Intense Broad-winged flight in the AM, peaking between 10-11. Most birds were easily identifiable with the naked eye flying relatively low along the ridgetop and close to the S and N sides of the ridge. Our day's total of 576 BWs ranks as the 4th highest BW day count of all time at Tussey.
Non-migratory raptors: 1 Black Vulture, 9 Turkey Vulture, 2 Bald Eagle, 1 Cooper's Hawk, 2 Broad-winged Hawk, 2 Red-tailed Hawk
Predictions: Uncertain; Tomorrow could be another excellent day with moderate SSE/SE wind, but the rain might put an end to it early. Saturday and Sunday are unknowns. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Bechdel () Tussey Mountain Hawk Watch information may be found at: tusseymountainspringhawkwatch.org/
Observation start time: 11:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 3 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Mary-Kate Reed, Rileigh Leach
Weather: Cloudy with heavy fog/haze and limited visibility, high 55F
Raptor Observations: Observed two local Broad-winged Hawks
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Observation start time: 12:00:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 4.5 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Bechdel
Observers: Dave Bechdel, Kathy Bechdel
Visitors: Kathy and Dave Bechdel
Weather: Overcast upon arrival then clearing a bit around 1400 with light SE wind. Wind speed: 1-5mph. Temperature: about 15 Celsius.
Raptor Observations: No Golden Eagles. Initially, I called the day due to forecasted rain, but I decided to conduct the count after conditions cleared and wind shifted to the SE. Around 1400, cloud cover cleared a bit and spurred a large flight of BWs. Unfortunately, I had to leave at 16:30. I think I could've seen another 100 BWs if I had stayed.
Non-migratory raptors: 1 Black Vulture, 15 Turkey Vulture, 2 Broad-winged Hawk, 1 Bald Eagle, 1 Red-tailed Hawk
Non-raptor Observations: N/A
Predictions: Friday could be an excellent day with moderate SSE/S wind. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Bechdel () Tussey Mountain Hawk Watch information may be found at: tusseymountainspringhawkwatch.org/
Date: 4/18/24 4:50 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (17 Apr 2024) 3 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 17, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Bill Burkert, Rick Robinson
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (3): Rick Robinson, Bill Burkert <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Bald Eagle, 2-Red-shouldered Hawk, 3-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (6) and Turkey Vultures (27). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-1; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> Arriving at Chambers Lake, I set up my field office. The willows right off the deck were alive with passerines – Palm Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, and Gnatcatchers, chief among them. Then rain came – so what’s new? At 1:30p, during a short break in the rain, a pair of Caspian Terns [my FOY] dropped onto the lake for a short time [see lousy picture]. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Wood Ducks, Bufflehead, Pied-billed Grebe, Cormorants, Green Heron, Ring-billed Gull, Caspian Terns, Great Blue Herons, Spotted Sandpipers, Killdeer, Kingfisher, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallows, Warbling Vireo, Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Gnatcatchers, Brown Thrasher, Field Sparrows, Swamp Sparrow, Towhees, Palm Warblers, and Yellow-rumped Warblers <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (3): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (2): Spring Peeper, American Toad. Mammals (2): Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 7,050, Miles – 3, Floors – 12 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 60; this season: 98 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Warbling Vireo and Caspian Tern. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks cloudy with NE winds <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
Date: 4/18/24 4:37 am From: jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: Clarion Co- black-throated green, yellow-rump and yellow-throated warblers
Lovely post Carol, kudos!
Jerry
On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 10:24:54 AM EDT, Carole Winslow <cjwinslow94...> wrote:
It's been a wonderful three days of spring birding, even Sunday before
the storms later in the day.
On Sunday I walked the Redbank Valley Trail from Lawsonham towards
Redbank, and was very happy to find the yellow-throated warblers returned
and singing, I saw and heard two and possibly three right around the
parking area and start of trail where I typically find them. Louisiana
waterthrush were also back and singing nonstop, along with blue-gray
gnatcatchers,blue-headed vireos, and ruby-crowned kinglets, back several
days now.
Yesterday we walked along the North Country Trail outside of Clarion
between 322 and 66 along Doe Run. In the 30 years I have lived here I am
embarrassed to say that we have never really explored this stretch, not
appreciating what a great little microhabitat is left here along this
stream emptying into the Clarion River. Winter wrens were singing several
weeks ago and continued in the same location, along with a singing
Louisiana waterthrush, a location with no records, at least in eBird.
Happily I was already able to code that for the atlas. Many singing
blue-headed vireos here as well, and the first black-throated green I have
heard this year, it always sounds so great to hear the first time each
spring !
This morning we walked the entire property and also had a
black-throated green singing here, as well as a yellow-rumped warbler, and
gnatcatchers yesterday. Kestrels appear to be nesting again at the
neighboring farm, and here we now have a Cooper's hawk on the nest as well
as the red-tailed hawk which should be hatching within the week I expect.
Chickadees are building a nest in a bluebird box and we currently have two
boxes with bluebird eggs. I expect Henslow's sparrows must be back and
weather and other issues have kept me from confirming yet, so hopefully
this evening.
Happy spring birding folks, more birds are in safe dates as of
yesterday..
Observation start time: 12:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter: Jerry McWilliams
Observers: John DePaul, Julie Leonard, Katie Andersen
Visitors: John DePaul, Katie Andersen, and Julie Leonard assisted with the count. Sam Paulson stopped for a visit.
Weather: Cloudy with rain in the AM then clearing by mid-day with strong SSE wind and quite warm.
Raptor Observations: Wow! What a surprise! My only regret is that I didn't get to the hawk watch 30 minutes earlier when all hell broke loose. The sky was full of Broad-wings when I arrived with and estimated 1500 birds in the air in three kettles and they were still coming. I estimated 7300 BWs in the first 30 minutes of the watch. Today was a record-breaking day for BWs. A man doing bird counts from the tower said they started pouring through around 1200 hrs. EST. He had already recorded twice as many birds before I arrived. With the strong south wind and approaching low pressure system birds were stacked up along the lake. After the 1300 hr. when more clouds moved in, the number of birds dropped significantly, but was still steady. Many Sharp-shins were mixed among them, but were difficult to sort out and count among the huge kettles of BWs. Highlight was a Golden Eagle passing high overhead.
Non-raptor Observations: Tree Swallow, Cliff Swallow 1 (early), Double-crested Cormorant, blackbirds, Northern Flickers, Canada Goose, Ring-billed and Herring Gull.
Predictions: Cloudy in the AM becoming partly cloudy with west winds and cooler. After today's big show not expecting much unless we get a wind shift to the south.Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Rosemary McGlynn
Observers: Georgia Shalek, Regina Gaison
Visitors: Regina Gaison,Georgia Shalek who both pulled those BWs out of the blue
Weather: light SSW winds switching to SSE in the PM; solid clouds with off & on drizzle then skies opened up to a mix of sun/clouds in the PM. 59-62F. After a slow start it turned out to be a great birding day.
Raptor Observations: 241 migrating birds including 1 GE subadult @2:32EST,3 OSs,& 230 BWs
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 3 hours
Compiler:
Counters: Katia Gutierrez , madalen Goitia
Weather: Cloudy, rain showers, high 61 degrees, winds ESE 10-15 mph. Hazy, stop counting because of rain.
Raptor Observations: We got a 2 year Bald Eagle coming up close from East to the North Look Out
Non-raptor Observations: Group of 17 Double-Crested cormorant migrating during the morning ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Date: 4/17/24 6:56 am From: Grant Stevenson <stevensongrant03...> Subject: Re: Cardinal nest - Indiana County
Hey Dan, Please rotect your kitchen window from bird window collisions!
Collidescape.com is one approved way by Dr. Dan Klem, Jr., 40+ year expert
in the field. Read his book, All, Solid Air. The problem: windows are
invisible to birds! This is important year-round, not just in migration.
Buildings are a grave threat, but research shows home window are a more
serious one.
Aco.muhlenberg.edu. (They may be having tech difficulty with this site,
now.)
Grant Stevenson
Allentown, Lehigh County
On Tue, Apr 16, 2024, 7:28 PM Dan Cunkelman <dancunkelman...> wrote:
> I think we can upgrade the breeding bird status for Northern Cardinals in
> Conemaugh Twp, Indiana County. A couple weeks ago I noticed some sticks
> arranged on the branch of a Holly tree. Last week I discovered a completed
> nest. This Holly is at the corner of our garage where I park my car. The
> nest is about 4 feet off the ground. Sunday I noticed one egg and momma
> was hiding in the tree. Earlier today I observed egg number two. When I
> came home later, momma was sitting on the nest. I am hoping she feels safe
> and secure. Night time predators could be a problem.
> This may be the same nester that previously took residence in shrubs under
> the kitchen window. I had to remove those shrubs before they started
> construction.
>
> Dan Cunkelman
> Conemaugh Twp, Indiana County
>
>
>
> Sent from Dan Cunkelman's iPhone
Date: 4/17/24 4:00 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake (16 Apr 2024) 246 Raptors
Chester County Hawk Watch & Migration Count at Chambers Lake Wagontown, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Apr 16, 2024 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis (Early Bird Nature Tours)
Observers: Judy Ford
Visitors: CHESTER COUNTY HAWK WATCH & MIGRATION COUNT AT CHAMBERS LAKE <BR><BR> Visitors (2): Judy Ford <BR><BR> Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Chambers Lake! <BR><BR>
Raptor Observations: ----“Raptors” seen but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Bald Eagle, 2-Red-shouldered Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (4) and Turkey Vultures (65). <BR><BR> ----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-1; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1 <BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations: TODAY’S Bird Blog: [PLEASE NOTE: I send out a large weekly “blog/newsletter” detailing much more than these small daily recaps. This newsletter from EBNT, has our upcoming schedule and the County year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and would like to, kindly email me <earlybirdtours...> to be added. <BR><BR> At Chambers Lake, migrating waterfowl is down to just a few Bufflehead remaining. There still may be a few stragglers to come but it’s mostly over. A Ruddy Duck later joined them. I watched a first-year Bald Eagle swoop down and snare a fish, catching his own meal. The woods around the parking lot were alive with passerines - mostly Palm Warblers, but Ruby-crowned Kinglets, Yellow-rumped Warblers, and Pine Warbler were there. While on my walk thru the woods, the clothing fairy paid a visit to my site, dropping off a fine green hoodie. I have no idea who dropped it off for me. Anyway, thanks clothes fairy! I was further treated to a Green Heron [my FOY], flying by. A Spotted Sandpiper worked the shoreline a few feet away. I took another walk, adding no birds or any more to my wardrobe. The clothes fairy did not visit again. Damn, the luck but I had to try! Late in the day there were lots of Broad-winged Hawks moving, very high in a deep blue sky and difficult to see. I wonder how many I had missed earlier in the day before I latched on to them. They were on the move! A fisherman right in front of me landed a 2-pound Largemouth Bass. [Additional highlights listed below] <BR><BR> ---- Thanks to Frank Haas and his gracious generosity and support over the years, in his name and in the memory of his wife, Barbara. <BR><BR> ----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS: <BR><BR> Bufflehead, Ruddy Duck, Wood Ducks, Pied-billed Grebes, Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, Green Heron, Spotted Sandpiper, Purple Martins, Rough-winged Swallow, Field Sparrows, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Pine Warbler, Palm Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, and Towhees <BR><BR> ----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (4): Cabbage White, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Clouded Sulphur, Red Admiral. Dragonflies (0). Reptiles & Amphibians (3): Spring Peeper, Green Frog, American Toad. Mammals (3): Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Chipmunk. <BR><BR> ----EBNT’s “Walk with Nature” ™ Program Daily Tally with our Fitbits: This is a stationary watch, but if I stay stationary too long, I might tend to “bulk up.” Besides, I am ever so fortunate to be walking unaided, at all! Therefore, I keep moving (if you’ve been here, then you know that I pace endlessly….) - my Fitbit thanks me and its part of my “Walk with Nature” program. So, below are MY results at the watch for the day. Your totals could all be zero, if you choose to sit and relax. You are certainly welcome to take it easy….I simply choose not to, affording me a panoramic view of our entire sky and a bit of exercise. So come join our “Walk with Nature!” ™ Anyway, just for fun, here are my numbers at the site for today (join me, if you wish): Steps – 7,367, Miles – 3.74, Floors – 7 <BR><BR> ----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we are not just a Hawk Watch but conduct a migration tally from the site. The complete species list will be in our weekly email blog sent to those requesting it. Our tally board, on site, will feature an approximation (very rough, best “guestimate,” – searching for Hawks must remain our primary focus) for totals of each species seen for “The Watch” year. The overall list for the season from the watch will be part of the large weekly “blog,” if you’ve signed up for that at <earlybirdtours...> <BR><BR> TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 50; this season: 96 <BR><BR> NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):” Green Heron, Pine Warbler. <BR><BR> Contact: Larry Lewis ------- Early Bird Nature Tours(EBNT)---"Exciting & Fun Adventures in Nature"---63 S. Park Ave., Coatesville, PA 19320---484-340-SORA (7672)--Business Cell---email: <earlybirdtours...> "Group Birding - The Economical, Fun and Environmentally Friendly Way to Bird!"
Predictions: Tomorrow’s flight looks fairly cloudy with light westerly winds <BR><BR> . The Chester County Hawk Watch and Migration Count is sponsored, in large part, by Frank Haas and in the memory of Barbara Haas. Membership in EBNT is requested. Please contact us at <earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
======================================================================== Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description: The platform just left of the only boat ramp for Chambers Lake in the main parking lot, overlooking the lake to the north.
Directions to site: We set up in the main parking lot for the lake, on the platform just left of the only boat ramp. The Hawk Watch at Chambers Lake (as part of the Chester County Hawk Watch) operates daily, March 1 thru April 30 from 9am - 3 pm (unless counter is away leading a tour elsewhere). In fall the season is Sept. 1 thru Nov. 30,each day 9am-3pm. Please contact Larry at 484-340-7672 to confirm counter is present. This count welcomes all visitors to this fine habitat. When there are no hawks present, many birds still are. The lake holds numerous waterfowl species and the variable shoreline can produce incredible shorebirds.
Directions to hawk watch: From the Rt. 30 By-pass take the Rt. 82 exit north. Turn left at the first light(Rt. 340) and go 1.3 miles to Wagontown Rd. Turn Rt. on Wagontown Rd. and continue on this winding road for 1.8 miles (you will pass the Hibernia Park entrance on your right, the Chambers Lake parking lot, and Chambers Lake on your right). Pull off the road to the left and park safely at the end of the lake to visit the hawk watch. You will see us sitting on the dike near the road at the end of the lake.
A Vesper Sparrow continues to sing at our school east of Cambridge Springs. I don't know if one continues to from last week when I heard several singing on Tuesday or if new ones keep arriving, but I've been hearing them nearly every day. Also this morning at home (Cambridge Springs) I had a Northern Mockingbird singing, an unusual bird for this far north in PA.
