Date: 1/8/26 7:03 am From: David M via groups.io <davidpmassa...> Subject: Re: [hmbirds] Iceland
It’s been putting on quite the show over there. I believe this is it.

> On Jan 6, 2026, at 4:50 PM, Jeffrey Schoonmaker via groups.io <j.schoonmaker...> wrote:
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> Happy New Year to all!
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> Doris and I just saw a 1st year Iceland Gull standing on the top of the low building ledge nearest the cliff and closest to the lookout railing at Cohoes Falls. While remembering to bring my spotting scope, I totally forgot to bring my zoom camera. Aaaugh! I could have gotten a world-class, frame-filling, tack-sharp photo of its beautiful light tan markings throughout! Still, the close-up scope views were thrilling!
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> Jeff Schoonmaker
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