Date: 1/4/26 11:52 am From: 'Gail Mackiernan' via Maryland & DC Birding <mdbirding...> Subject: Re: [MDBirding] Extralimital - rarity in Fairfax County
Also, the ranger at the entry kiosk yesterday knew all about it and gave accurate directions
Gail Mackiernan
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> On Jan 4, 2026, at 1:14 PM, 'James Tyler Bell' via Maryland & DC Birding <mdbirding...> wrote:
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> Once you enter the park, drive north as far as you can. Almost immediately you will enter the area where it's being seen today on either side of the path. There's a small island that is solidly in Maryland but everything else is Virginia. Basically, look for people looking for the bird.
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> On Sun, Jan 4, 2026 at 1:09 PM, Mary Maxey
> <maximom11998...> wrote:
> Hi all,
> I am headed to Great Falls to look for the bird. I am not that familiar with the park. I have looked at some lists in ebird. Can anyone tell me where to park and go to see the bird?
>
> On Fri, Jan 2, 2026 at 10:32 AM Scott Baron <baron.scott...> wrote:
> Hello birders and Happy New Year!
>
> If you have not yet heard, a RED-FLANKED BLUETAIL was found at Great Falls Park in Fairfax County, VA on January 1. See ebird checklists for details. If this bird darts out over the Potomac to catch an insect, it would be a Maryland record.
>
> It's been at and a little north of the north parking lot. This little songbird species is native to Eurasia, with a range that stretches from Finland east to the Pacific.
>
> Great Falls Park (Virginia) is a national park with an entrance fee.
>
> I wonder if "Mega" is an overused term in birding but this certainly rates as a Mega!
>
> If you go, good luck and as always, please respect the habitat and the birds.
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