Date: 11/19/25 5:25 pm From: Denise Hamilton via groups.io <2napabirders...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Flannery Rd Mt. Plovers, Solano Co. & Drama in Backyard in Napa
Hi all,
First off, David and I went out to Flannery Rd. yesterday to look for Mountain Plovers before heading over to Staten Island to see Sandhill Cranes and others. Saw Nathan Dubrow's report from 11.7, where he gave these coordinates: (38.2112533, -121.7812489) started searching the plowed field closer to the house across the road, but found the birds pretty much right at those coordinates (not far from where the plowed field ends at the fence line) Was surprised to find them down the hill so close! Counted 39 birds! Other birds: Horned Larks, abundant Savannah & White-crowned Sparrows & W. Meadowlarks, among a few others. Also drove down Robinson Rd. - hardly a thing! (Still hard to believe that CA Forever wants to build a new town in this great birding area!)
Backyard Drama today: After weeks of an adult Cooper's Hawk traumatizing the neighborhood and my backyard birds for hours each day, an immature bird shows up today. I became aware of it by the constant chattering of the House Sparrows that stay put in the Cotoneaster instead of flying away like all the other birds. I admit that we don't chase the Coop away if it is going after one of the MANY House Sparrows we have, so I got some pics of the bird and then left while it hunted in the bushes. A few minutes later I heard the alarm call of the N. Mockingbird that has been a bully at our persimmon tree and nearby ornamental pear chasing away all the fruit eaters. Went back to the window and saw that the Coop had grabbed it and was dragging it under the tree!! David & I were pretty shocked to see that! It will be interesting to see if the other N. Mocker in the neighborhood who was defending mistletoe will now take over on our persimmon tree! eBird Checklist - 19 Nov 2025 - Backyard in Browns Valley, Napa - 3 species <https://ebird.org/checklist/S285242061>
Other birds of note: A SONG SPARROW joining the usual WC & GC Sparrows for seed, along with one FOX and one WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. Neighborhood is full of Robins, Cedar Waxwings and Western Bluebirds - counted over 60 of them at one time sitting in the neighborhood redwoods. They have been flocking like that this time of year for the past few years now. All the nest boxes Napa-Solano Audubon have put up are paying off!
One of our most unlikely birds the past few weeks is a SAY'S PHOEBE. We are in a neighborhood not close to any open land, so it surprises me to see it staying put. Can be found on the w electric wires between two houses, up on the neighbor's roof and eating pistache berries. Have seen a bird in the same exact spot on the wires over the past few falls, but it stays a day or 2 and leaves, so it is fun to have this one stay put, along with BLACK PHOEBES.
Date: 11/19/25 5:16 pm From: Lisa Hug via groups.io <lisahug...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Abbott's Lagoon
Hi All,
The College of Marin class had a wonderful time at Abbott's Lagoon this
morning. Highlights included lots of Bonaparte's Gulls, Burrowing Owl,
Ferruginous Hawk and a handsome bobcat.
One of the most educational sightings was of 3 Red Phalaropes and one
Red-necked Phalarope swimming together on the first large lake before
the actual lagoon. I included 3 photos of the birds in our checklist and
it even thought the photos are blurry, it is possible to distinguish the
red-necked from the reds by the smaller size, smaller bill and more
complicated back pattern, with more dark markings. There should also be
some white stripes in the Red-necked Phalarope, but that is hard to see
in the blurry photo.
https://ebird.org/checklist/S285241832
Date: 11/14/25 9:38 pm From: Dennis Olson via groups.io <eyeper...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Leucistic Turkey Vulture
This guy was on a power pole along Highway One, Tomales Bay, by Marconi today at about 3:30.
Maybe not that unusual, but the first one I've seen.
- Dennis Olson
"It's not rocket surgery."
Date: 11/13/25 1:10 pm From: larry nigro via groups.io <larrymtb...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Birds
Hi,
Yesterday at Las Gallinas we saw a lot of song birds. Among them was this bird that stood out immediately for its organey whiteness like those vanilla inside popsicles. . We at first thought a leucistic bird but then considered Clay Colored and the much rarer Field Sparrow. Eye ring issues for Field Sparrow, far from range and could be a brighter pink bill. Clay colored lack of any dark stripes near the eye and on the crown.
Ebird said Clay Colored with their rare bird photo filter but we thought we would share it and get other ideas on this rainy day before posting:
[image: 6J0A5902.JPG] [image: 6J0A5909.JPG] [image: 6J0A5910.JPG] We also saw this bird below which unfortunately did not get a great photo. The bird struck as smaller and Spizella-like compared to nearby Zono sparrows. Unfortunately, it stayed behind the blackberry. Overall. it seemed even more Clay-colored than the bird above with the stronger contrasting malar..
Thanks for any help.
Larry and Natalie Clark. [image: CBCE07D8-351D-4C52-9F98-F91BB67BFFCC6J0A5784.jpeg]
Date: 11/13/25 8:43 am From: Michael Mecham via groups.io <mikemecham46...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Jeff,
I see. Wasn’t thinking in that direction.
—Mike
> On Nov 13, 2025, at 8:35 AM, Jeff Miller <jmiller...> wrote:
>
> Dairying especially but also beef cattle grazing attracts and supports unnatural concentrations of ravens, which then predate on snowy plovers. This is a huge problem with the plover population at Point Reyes.
>
> Jeff
>
> Jeff Miller
> Senior Conservation Advocate
> Center for Biological Diversity
> (510) 499-9185
> www.biologicaldiversity.org <http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/> >
> From: Mike Mecham <mikemecham46...> <mailto:<mikemecham46...>> > Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2025 8:34 AM
> To: Jeff Miller <jmiller...> <mailto:<jmiller...>> > Cc: <dominikmosur...> <mailto:<dominikmosur...>; North Bay Birds <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...>> > Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
>
> Jeff,
> How did overgrazing affect snowy plovers? They don’t want to be in vegetation, especially any that is more than about 2 inches high.
> —Mike Mecham
>
>
> On Nov 12, 2025, at 11:07 AM, Jeff Miller via groups.io <http://groups.io/> <jmiller...> <mailto:<jmiller...>> wrote:
>
> Thanks for the rare birds report, Dominik.
>
> I want to point out that winter foraging tricolored blackbirds are not necessarily dependent upon cattle ranches, though grain and silage at ranches is now the easiest food source for tricoloreds. Obviously tricoloreds did not evolve with cattle ranching since
> ranching didn't begin in California until the late 1700s, 250 years ago, while tricolored blackbirds are thought to have diverged from red-winged blackbirds about 10,000 years ago. Yes, due to the loss of most of their natural foraging habitats in California (native wetlands and upland habitats which have been destroyed or altered), tricoloreds are now highly dependent for foraging on semi-natural grasslands and artificial habitats like agricultural fields and croplands, as well as dairies and feedlots. Ideal foraging conditions for this species is not necessarily cattle ranches, but rather short grasslands. Yes, that habitat condition is currently is created at Point Reyes by overgrazing, but it can also be produced by burning or seasonal mowing.
>
> With the cessation of commercial ranching at Point Reyes, there will continue to be limited seasonal non-commercial grazing through a new restoration lease with The Nature Conservancy. TNC will be managing for native habitats and sensitive wildlife, likely using a variety of disturbance regimes, which will include some restricted cattle grazing, and could include burning and maybe seasonal mowing. There will be a public management plan for the former commercial ranch lease areas. The Park Service will also be co-managing with the Graton Rancheria, which wants to bring back cultural/ecological burning to Point Reyes. All of the conservation groups involved in the Point Reyes settlement and ranch retirements, TNC, the Park Service, and Graton are going to want to manage for sensitive species that like short grasslands, such as tricoloreds and burrowing owls. Birders should weigh in when the new management plan is being discussed.
>
> Also important to note that the commercial (over)grazing that is being retired has had strongly negative impacts on other native rare birds like snowy plovers.
>
> Jeff
>
> Jeff Miller
> Senior Conservation Advocate
> Center for Biological Diversity
> (510) 499-9185
> www.biologicaldiversity.org <http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/> >
> From: <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...> <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...>> On Behalf Of Dominik Mosur via groups.io <http://groups.io/> > Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 10:27 AM
> To: North Bay Birds <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...>> > Subject: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
>
> Taking advantage of the great weather I spent Monday, 11/10, hiking the pastures around the ranches on Outer Point Reyes.
>
> Some bird species of note observed:
>
> Snow Goose - lone bird flew in calling from Drakes Bay over the visitor centerin the morning, perhaps the continuing individual that has been seen with some regularity around the various ranches starting in early October this year
>
> Lesser Scaup - a flock of 17 on the shallow Mendoza Ranch pond
>
> Ring-necked Ducks - 7 on Spaletta and 3 on Mendoza ranch ponds
>
> Long-billed Dowitcher - a juvenile was on the cattle pond near Drake's Corner. This bird flushed and flew off in the direction of the outer ranches and may have been the same individual noted on the Mendoza pond a few hours later
>
> Bonaparte's Gull - Mendoza pond
>
> Bald Eagle - adult flew in off Drake's Bay over the visitor center in the morning
>
> ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS - while walking the pastures of the Spaletta Ranch in the direction of Drake's Corner two juvenile Rough-legs flew over in quick succession heading toward the Lighthouse. About an hour later a juvenile Rough-legged hawk flew over the Hall Ranch/Drake's Corner heading north. Later a juvenile Rough-leg was observed over the pastures of the Nunes Ranch. I suspect the later two observations were of the first two birds moving around. It has been a good fall so far for this species in the Bay Area with multiple sightings in San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
>
> Burrowing Owls - noted in traditional spots in pastures of the Spalleta and Nunes Ranch.
>
> BARN SWALLOW - a late migrant flew over the Drake's Beach visitor center in the morning
>
> Golden-crowned Kinglets - two were in the cypresses above the Mendoza Ranch pond in the afternoon
>
> TRICOLORED BLACKBIRDS - only ~380 noted on the day, with the largest flock of ~300 observed in the pastures above Nunes. While numbers of Tricolored blackbirds typically begin to decline by November one has to wonder what the effect of cessation of ranching activities on the Outer Point will have in the long term on this STATE LISTED species. Tricolored Blackbirds have been studied heavily in recent decades and found to be almost completely dependent on cattle ranches for foraging areas.
>
> Unusual for the date was a near complete absence of American Goldfinches (1!) and low numbers of American Pipits (~40, with the largest flock of 25 flying over Nunes in the afternoon, the rest small groups and singles flying over throughout the day.)
>
> Complete trip report and checklists can be viewed here:
>
> https://ebird.org/tripreport/431453 >
> Happy fall birding to all,
>
> Dominik Mosur
> San Francisco
>
>
>
Date: 11/13/25 8:35 am From: Jeff Miller via groups.io <jmiller...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Dairying especially but also beef cattle grazing attracts and supports unnatural concentrations of ravens, which then predate on snowy plovers. This is a huge problem with the plover population at Point Reyes.
Jeff
Jeff Miller
Senior Conservation Advocate
Center for Biological Diversity
(510) 499-9185
www.biologicaldiversity.org<http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/>
From: Mike Mecham <mikemecham46...>
Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2025 8:34 AM
To: Jeff Miller <jmiller...>
Cc: <dominikmosur...>; North Bay Birds <northbaybirds...>
Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Jeff,
How did overgrazing affect snowy plovers? They don’t want to be in vegetation, especially any that is more than about 2 inches high.
—Mike Mecham
On Nov 12, 2025, at 11:07 AM, Jeff Miller via groups.io <jmiller...><mailto:<jmiller...>> wrote:
Thanks for the rare birds report, Dominik.
I want to point out that winter foraging tricolored blackbirds are not necessarily dependent upon cattle ranches, though grain and silage at ranches is now the easiest food source for tricoloreds. Obviously tricoloreds did not evolve with cattle ranching since
ranching didn't begin in California until the late 1700s, 250 years ago, while tricolored blackbirds are thought to have diverged from red-winged blackbirds about 10,000 years ago. Yes, due to the loss of most of their natural foraging habitats in California (native wetlands and upland habitats which have been destroyed or altered), tricoloreds are now highly dependent for foraging on semi-natural grasslands and artificial habitats like agricultural fields and croplands, as well as dairies and feedlots. Ideal foraging conditions for this species is not necessarily cattle ranches, but rather short grasslands. Yes, that habitat condition is currently is created at Point Reyes by overgrazing, but it can also be produced by burning or seasonal mowing.
With the cessation of commercial ranching at Point Reyes, there will continue to be limited seasonal non-commercial grazing through a new restoration lease with The Nature Conservancy. TNC will be managing for native habitats and sensitive wildlife, likely using a variety of disturbance regimes, which will include some restricted cattle grazing, and could include burning and maybe seasonal mowing. There will be a public management plan for the former commercial ranch lease areas. The Park Service will also be co-managing with the Graton Rancheria, which wants to bring back cultural/ecological burning to Point Reyes. All of the conservation groups involved in the Point Reyes settlement and ranch retirements, TNC, the Park Service, and Graton are going to want to manage for sensitive species that like short grasslands, such as tricoloreds and burrowing owls. Birders should weigh in when the new management plan is being discussed.
Also important to note that the commercial (over)grazing that is being retired has had strongly negative impacts on other native rare birds like snowy plovers.
Jeff
Jeff Miller
Senior Conservation Advocate
Center for Biological Diversity
(510) 499-9185
www.biologicaldiversity.org<http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/>
Taking advantage of the great weather I spent Monday, 11/10, hiking the pastures around the ranches on Outer Point Reyes.
Some bird species of note observed:
Snow Goose - lone bird flew in calling from Drakes Bay over the visitor centerin the morning, perhaps the continuing individual that has been seen with some regularity around the various ranches starting in early October this year
Lesser Scaup - a flock of 17 on the shallow Mendoza Ranch pond
Ring-necked Ducks - 7 on Spaletta and 3 on Mendoza ranch ponds
Long-billed Dowitcher - a juvenile was on the cattle pond near Drake's Corner. This bird flushed and flew off in the direction of the outer ranches and may have been the same individual noted on the Mendoza pond a few hours later
Bonaparte's Gull - Mendoza pond
Bald Eagle - adult flew in off Drake's Bay over the visitor center in the morning
ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS - while walking the pastures of the Spaletta Ranch in the direction of Drake's Corner two juvenile Rough-legs flew over in quick succession heading toward the Lighthouse. About an hour later a juvenile Rough-legged hawk flew over the Hall Ranch/Drake's Corner heading north. Later a juvenile Rough-leg was observed over the pastures of the Nunes Ranch. I suspect the later two observations were of the first two birds moving around. It has been a good fall so far for this species in the Bay Area with multiple sightings in San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
Burrowing Owls - noted in traditional spots in pastures of the Spalleta and Nunes Ranch.
BARN SWALLOW - a late migrant flew over the Drake's Beach visitor center in the morning
Golden-crowned Kinglets - two were in the cypresses above the Mendoza Ranch pond in the afternoon
TRICOLORED BLACKBIRDS - only ~380 noted on the day, with the largest flock of ~300 observed in the pastures above Nunes. While numbers of Tricolored blackbirds typically begin to decline by November one has to wonder what the effect of cessation of ranching activities on the Outer Point will have in the long term on this STATE LISTED species. Tricolored Blackbirds have been studied heavily in recent decades and found to be almost completely dependent on cattle ranches for foraging areas.
Unusual for the date was a near complete absence of American Goldfinches (1!) and low numbers of American Pipits (~40, with the largest flock of 25 flying over Nunes in the afternoon, the rest small groups and singles flying over throughout the day.)
Complete trip report and checklists can be viewed here:
Date: 11/13/25 8:34 am From: Michael Mecham via groups.io <mikemecham46...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Jeff,
How did overgrazing affect snowy plovers? They don’t want to be in vegetation, especially any that is more than about 2 inches high.
—Mike Mecham
> On Nov 12, 2025, at 11:07 AM, Jeff Miller via groups.io <jmiller...> wrote:
>
> Thanks for the rare birds report, Dominik.
>
> I want to point out that winter foraging tricolored blackbirds are not necessarily dependent upon cattle ranches, though grain and silage at ranches is now the easiest food source for tricoloreds. Obviously tricoloreds did not evolve with cattle ranching since
> ranching didn't begin in California until the late 1700s, 250 years ago, while tricolored blackbirds are thought to have diverged from red-winged blackbirds about 10,000 years ago. Yes, due to the loss of most of their natural foraging habitats in California (native wetlands and upland habitats which have been destroyed or altered), tricoloreds are now highly dependent for foraging on semi-natural grasslands and artificial habitats like agricultural fields and croplands, as well as dairies and feedlots. Ideal foraging conditions for this species is not necessarily cattle ranches, but rather short grasslands. Yes, that habitat condition is currently is created at Point Reyes by overgrazing, but it can also be produced by burning or seasonal mowing.
>
> With the cessation of commercial ranching at Point Reyes, there will continue to be limited seasonal non-commercial grazing through a new restoration lease with The Nature Conservancy. TNC will be managing for native habitats and sensitive wildlife, likely using a variety of disturbance regimes, which will include some restricted cattle grazing, and could include burning and maybe seasonal mowing. There will be a public management plan for the former commercial ranch lease areas. The Park Service will also be co-managing with the Graton Rancheria, which wants to bring back cultural/ecological burning to Point Reyes. All of the conservation groups involved in the Point Reyes settlement and ranch retirements, TNC, the Park Service, and Graton are going to want to manage for sensitive species that like short grasslands, such as tricoloreds and burrowing owls. Birders should weigh in when the new management plan is being discussed.
>
> Also important to note that the commercial (over)grazing that is being retired has had strongly negative impacts on other native rare birds like snowy plovers.
>
> Jeff
>
> Jeff Miller
> Senior Conservation Advocate
> Center for Biological Diversity
> (510) 499-9185
> www.biologicaldiversity.org <http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/> >
> From: <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...> <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...>> On Behalf Of Dominik Mosur via groups.io <http://groups.io/> > Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 10:27 AM
> To: North Bay Birds <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...>> > Subject: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
>
> Taking advantage of the great weather I spent Monday, 11/10, hiking the pastures around the ranches on Outer Point Reyes.
>
> Some bird species of note observed:
>
> Snow Goose - lone bird flew in calling from Drakes Bay over the visitor centerin the morning, perhaps the continuing individual that has been seen with some regularity around the various ranches starting in early October this year
>
> Lesser Scaup - a flock of 17 on the shallow Mendoza Ranch pond
>
> Ring-necked Ducks - 7 on Spaletta and 3 on Mendoza ranch ponds
>
> Long-billed Dowitcher - a juvenile was on the cattle pond near Drake's Corner. This bird flushed and flew off in the direction of the outer ranches and may have been the same individual noted on the Mendoza pond a few hours later
>
> Bonaparte's Gull - Mendoza pond
>
> Bald Eagle - adult flew in off Drake's Bay over the visitor center in the morning
>
> ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS - while walking the pastures of the Spaletta Ranch in the direction of Drake's Corner two juvenile Rough-legs flew over in quick succession heading toward the Lighthouse. About an hour later a juvenile Rough-legged hawk flew over the Hall Ranch/Drake's Corner heading north. Later a juvenile Rough-leg was observed over the pastures of the Nunes Ranch. I suspect the later two observations were of the first two birds moving around. It has been a good fall so far for this species in the Bay Area with multiple sightings in San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
>
> Burrowing Owls - noted in traditional spots in pastures of the Spalleta and Nunes Ranch.
>
> BARN SWALLOW - a late migrant flew over the Drake's Beach visitor center in the morning
>
> Golden-crowned Kinglets - two were in the cypresses above the Mendoza Ranch pond in the afternoon
>
> TRICOLORED BLACKBIRDS - only ~380 noted on the day, with the largest flock of ~300 observed in the pastures above Nunes. While numbers of Tricolored blackbirds typically begin to decline by November one has to wonder what the effect of cessation of ranching activities on the Outer Point will have in the long term on this STATE LISTED species. Tricolored Blackbirds have been studied heavily in recent decades and found to be almost completely dependent on cattle ranches for foraging areas.
>
> Unusual for the date was a near complete absence of American Goldfinches (1!) and low numbers of American Pipits (~40, with the largest flock of 25 flying over Nunes in the afternoon, the rest small groups and singles flying over throughout the day.)
>
> Complete trip report and checklists can be viewed here:
>
> https://ebird.org/tripreport/431453 >
> Happy fall birding to all,
>
> Dominik Mosur
> San Francisco
>
>
>
Date: 11/12/25 7:32 pm From: Courtney Buechert via groups.io <courtney...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Spammed
Buteo Books = 100% ❤️
Courtney Buechert
CEO
San Francisco, California, United States |
mekanism.com
> On Nov 12, 2025, at 6:47 PM, Lisa Hug via groups.io <lisahug...> wrote:
>
> Hi Birders,
>
> It looks like my email has been spammed and even North Bay Birders got a message from me about Amazon. That was not from me.
>
> But speaking of Amazon, I would like to remind people that we have Buteo Books in San Rafael that is a great resource for Bird Books- (brick and mortar AND online). Worth a look before going to Amazon.
>
> And to keep this about birds - Our College of Marin class this morning had a beautiful Hooded Merganser in the second pond at Las Gallinas this morning.
>
> Lisa
>
>
>
>
>
Date: 11/12/25 6:47 pm From: Lisa Hug via groups.io <lisahug...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Spammed
Hi Birders,
It looks like my email has been spammed and even North Bay Birders got a
message from me about Amazon. That was not from me.
But speaking of Amazon, I would like to remind people that we have
Buteo Books in San Rafael that is a great resource for Bird Books-
(brick and mortar AND online). Worth a look before going to Amazon.
And to keep this about birds - Our College of Marin class this morning
had a beautiful Hooded Merganser in the second pond at Las Gallinas this
morning.
On Wed, Nov 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM richard cimino via groups.io
<yellowbilledtours...> wrote:
> Dominik,
>
> The California Audubon web site states that Ag. Field primarily grain
> fields are the habitat of choice for nesting for TRBL. The Marin County
> Breeding Altas is in its editing stage; it would be interesting to learn if
> the Point Reyes blocks will have TRBL nesting confirmation.
>
> Audubon California web site detailing their TRBL conservation efforts:
>
> “As marshlands and native foraging areas disappeared along the coast and
> in the Central Valley, Tricolored Blackbirds became increasingly dependent
> on agricultural fields, primarily grain fields, for nesting. This puts
> colonies at risk, as farmers often need to harvest crops before chicks have
> fledged”.
>
> Rich Cimino
>
> Larkspur
>
>
>
> *From:* <northbaybirds...> <northbaybirds...> *On Behalf Of *Dominik
> Mosur via groups.io
> *Sent:* Wednesday, November 12, 2025 11:30 AM
> *To:* <northbaybirds...>
> *Subject:* Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED
> HAWKS et al.
>
>
>
> Jeff, thank you for the added comments on Tricolored blackbirds. I should
> have been more detailed in my statements . In essence I am wondering how
> the Tricolored Population in Point Reyes will be affected by the end of
> cattle grazing and glad to hear that other habitat management will be
> employed.
>
>
>
> Thank you,
>
>
>
> Dominik
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On Nov 12, 2025, at 11:27, <dominikmosur...> wrote:
>
> Oh wait never mind- I see that you cc’d the list.
>
>
>
> And yes I’ll be doing Hall Ranch this year and hope to see you at the
> count down.
>
>
>
> I should have been more detailed in my statements. Obviously trikes did
> not evolve with industrial grazing, the point I was trying to make is that
> essentially all appropriate habitat for them in the state is dedicated to
> this use and was wondering how the change will affect the Point Reyes
> population going forward.
>
>
>
> d
>
>
>
> On Nov 12, 2025, at 11:23, Jeff Miller <jmiller...>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> Yes, please do!
>
>
>
> I hope to run into you birding sometime – are you doing the Point Reyes
> CBC?
>
>
> Jeff
>
>
>
>
>
> *From:* <dominikmosur...> <dominikmosur...>
> *Sent:* Wednesday, November 12, 2025 11:22 AM
> *To:* Jeff Miller <jmiller...>
> *Subject:* Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED
> HAWKS et al.
>
>
>
> Hi Jeff,
>
>
>
> Thank you. Can I repost your information in this email as an addendum to
> my report?
>
>
>
> d
>
>
>
>
> On Nov 12, 2025, at 11:07, Jeff Miller <jmiller...>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> Thanks for the rare birds report, Dominik.
>
>
>
> I want to point out that winter foraging tricolored blackbirds are not
> necessarily dependent upon cattle ranches, though grain and silage at
> ranches is now the easiest food source for tricoloreds. Obviously
> tricoloreds did not evolve with cattle ranching since
>
> ranching didn't begin in California until the late 1700s, 250 years ago,
> while tricolored blackbirds are thought to have diverged from red-winged
> blackbirds about 10,000 years ago. Yes, due to the loss of most of their
> natural foraging habitats in California (native wetlands and upland
> habitats which have been destroyed or altered), tricoloreds are now highly
> dependent for foraging on semi-natural grasslands and artificial habitats
> like agricultural fields and croplands, as well as dairies and feedlots.
> Ideal foraging conditions for this species is not necessarily cattle
> ranches, but rather short grasslands. Yes, that habitat condition is
> currently is created at Point Reyes by overgrazing, but it can also be
> produced by burning or seasonal mowing.
>
>
>
> With the cessation of commercial ranching at Point Reyes, there will
> continue to be limited seasonal non-commercial grazing through a new
> restoration lease with The Nature Conservancy. TNC will be managing for
> native habitats and sensitive wildlife, likely using a variety of
> disturbance regimes, which will include some restricted cattle grazing, and
> could include burning and maybe seasonal mowing. There will be a public
> management plan for the former commercial ranch lease areas. The Park
> Service will also be co-managing with the Graton Rancheria, which wants to
> bring back cultural/ecological burning to Point Reyes. All of the
> conservation groups involved in the Point Reyes settlement and ranch
> retirements, TNC, the Park Service, and Graton are going to want to manage
> for sensitive species that like short grasslands, such as tricoloreds and
> burrowing owls. Birders should weigh in when the new management plan is
> being discussed.
>
>
>
> Also important to note that the commercial (over)grazing that is being
> retired has had strongly negative impacts on other native rare birds like
> snowy plovers.
>
>
>
> Jeff
>
>
>
> Jeff Miller
>
> Senior Conservation Advocate
>
> Center for Biological Diversity
>
> (510) 499-9185
>
> www.biologicaldiversity.org
>
>
>
> *From:* <northbaybirds...> <northbaybirds...> *On Behalf Of *Dominik
> Mosur via groups.io
> *Sent:* Wednesday, November 12, 2025 10:27 AM
> *To:* North Bay Birds <northbaybirds...>
> *Subject:* [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED
> HAWKS et al.
>
>
>
> Taking advantage of the great weather I spent Monday, 11/10, hiking the
> pastures around the ranches on Outer Point Reyes.
>
>
>
> Some bird species of note observed:
>
>
>
> Snow Goose - lone bird flew in calling from Drakes Bay over the visitor
> centerin the morning, perhaps the continuing individual that has been seen
> with some regularity around the various ranches starting in early October
> this year
>
>
>
> Lesser Scaup - a flock of 17 on the shallow Mendoza Ranch pond
>
>
>
> Ring-necked Ducks - 7 on Spaletta and 3 on Mendoza ranch ponds
>
>
>
> Long-billed Dowitcher - a juvenile was on the cattle pond near Drake's
> Corner. This bird flushed and flew off in the direction of the outer
> ranches and may have been the same individual noted on the Mendoza pond a
> few hours later
>
>
>
> Bonaparte's Gull - Mendoza pond
>
>
>
> Bald Eagle - adult flew in off Drake's Bay over the visitor center in the
> morning
>
>
>
> ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS - while walking the pastures of the Spaletta Ranch in
> the direction of Drake's Corner two juvenile Rough-legs flew over in quick
> succession heading toward the Lighthouse. About an hour later a juvenile
> Rough-legged hawk flew over the Hall Ranch/Drake's Corner heading north.
> Later a juvenile Rough-leg was observed over the pastures of the Nunes
> Ranch. I suspect the later two observations were of the first two birds
> moving around. It has been a good fall so far for this species in the Bay
> Area with multiple sightings in San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
>
>
>
> Burrowing Owls - noted in traditional spots in pastures of the Spalleta
> and Nunes Ranch.
>
>
>
> BARN SWALLOW - a late migrant flew over the Drake's Beach visitor center
> in the morning
>
>
>
> Golden-crowned Kinglets - two were in the cypresses above the Mendoza
> Ranch pond in the afternoon
>
>
>
> TRICOLORED BLACKBIRDS - only ~380 noted on the day, with the largest flock
> of ~300 observed in the pastures above Nunes. While numbers of Tricolored
> blackbirds typically begin to decline by November one has to wonder what
> the effect of cessation of ranching activities on the Outer Point will have
> in the long term on this STATE LISTED species. Tricolored Blackbirds have
> been studied heavily in recent decades and found to be almost completely
> dependent on cattle ranches for foraging areas.
>
>
>
> Unusual for the date was a near complete absence of American Goldfinches
> (1!) and low numbers of American Pipits (~40, with the largest flock of 25
> flying over Nunes in the afternoon, the rest small groups and singles
> flying over throughout the day.)
>
>
>
> Complete trip report and checklists can be viewed here:
>
>
>
> https://ebird.org/tripreport/431453 >
>
>
> Happy fall birding to all,
>
>
>
> Dominik Mosur
>
> San Francisco
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
Date: 11/12/25 3:06 pm From: richard cimino via groups.io <yellowbilledtours...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - Tricolored Blackbirds
Dominik,
The California Audubon web site states that Ag. Field primarily grain fields are the habitat of choice for nesting for TRBL. The Marin County Breeding Altas is in its editing stage; it would be interesting to learn if the Point Reyes blocks will have TRBL nesting confirmation.
Audubon California web site detailing their TRBL conservation efforts:
“As marshlands and native foraging areas disappeared along the coast and in the Central Valley, Tricolored Blackbirds became increasingly dependent on agricultural fields, primarily grain fields, for nesting. This puts colonies at risk, as farmers often need to harvest crops before chicks have fledged”.
Rich Cimino
Larkspur
From: <northbaybirds...> <northbaybirds...> On Behalf Of Dominik Mosur via groups.io
Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 11:30 AM
To: <northbaybirds...>
Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Jeff, thank you for the added comments on Tricolored blackbirds. I should have been more detailed in my statements . In essence I am wondering how the Tricolored Population in Point Reyes will be affected by the end of cattle grazing and glad to hear that other habitat management will be employed.
Oh wait never mind- I see that you cc’d the list.
And yes I’ll be doing Hall Ranch this year and hope to see you at the count down.
I should have been more detailed in my statements. Obviously trikes did not evolve with industrial grazing, the point I was trying to make is that essentially all appropriate habitat for them in the state is dedicated to this use and was wondering how the change will affect the Point Reyes population going forward.
d
On Nov 12, 2025, at 11:23, Jeff Miller <jmiller...> <mailto:<jmiller...> > wrote:
Yes, please do!
I hope to run into you birding sometime – are you doing the Point Reyes CBC?
Jeff
From: <dominikmosur...> <mailto:<dominikmosur...> <dominikmosur...> <mailto:<dominikmosur...> >
Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 11:22 AM
To: Jeff Miller <jmiller...> <mailto:<jmiller...> >
Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Hi Jeff,
Thank you. Can I repost your information in this email as an addendum to my report?
d
On Nov 12, 2025, at 11:07, Jeff Miller <jmiller...> <mailto:<jmiller...> > wrote:
Thanks for the rare birds report, Dominik.
I want to point out that winter foraging tricolored blackbirds are not necessarily dependent upon cattle ranches, though grain and silage at ranches is now the easiest food source for tricoloreds. Obviously tricoloreds did not evolve with cattle ranching since
ranching didn't begin in California until the late 1700s, 250 years ago, while tricolored blackbirds are thought to have diverged from red-winged blackbirds about 10,000 years ago. Yes, due to the loss of most of their natural foraging habitats in California (native wetlands and upland habitats which have been destroyed or altered), tricoloreds are now highly dependent for foraging on semi-natural grasslands and artificial habitats like agricultural fields and croplands, as well as dairies and feedlots. Ideal foraging conditions for this species is not necessarily cattle ranches, but rather short grasslands. Yes, that habitat condition is currently is created at Point Reyes by overgrazing, but it can also be produced by burning or seasonal mowing.
With the cessation of commercial ranching at Point Reyes, there will continue to be limited seasonal non-commercial grazing through a new restoration lease with The Nature Conservancy. TNC will be managing for native habitats and sensitive wildlife, likely using a variety of disturbance regimes, which will include some restricted cattle grazing, and could include burning and maybe seasonal mowing. There will be a public management plan for the former commercial ranch lease areas. The Park Service will also be co-managing with the Graton Rancheria, which wants to bring back cultural/ecological burning to Point Reyes. All of the conservation groups involved in the Point Reyes settlement and ranch retirements, TNC, the Park Service, and Graton are going to want to manage for sensitive species that like short grasslands, such as tricoloreds and burrowing owls. Birders should weigh in when the new management plan is being discussed.
Also important to note that the commercial (over)grazing that is being retired has had strongly negative impacts on other native rare birds like snowy plovers.
From: <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...> <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...> > On Behalf Of Dominik Mosur via groups.io
Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 10:27 AM
To: North Bay Birds <northbaybirds...> <mailto:<northbaybirds...> >
Subject: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Taking advantage of the great weather I spent Monday, 11/10, hiking the pastures around the ranches on Outer Point Reyes.
Some bird species of note observed:
Snow Goose - lone bird flew in calling from Drakes Bay over the visitor centerin the morning, perhaps the continuing individual that has been seen with some regularity around the various ranches starting in early October this year
Lesser Scaup - a flock of 17 on the shallow Mendoza Ranch pond
Ring-necked Ducks - 7 on Spaletta and 3 on Mendoza ranch ponds
Long-billed Dowitcher - a juvenile was on the cattle pond near Drake's Corner. This bird flushed and flew off in the direction of the outer ranches and may have been the same individual noted on the Mendoza pond a few hours later
Bonaparte's Gull - Mendoza pond
Bald Eagle - adult flew in off Drake's Bay over the visitor center in the morning
ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS - while walking the pastures of the Spaletta Ranch in the direction of Drake's Corner two juvenile Rough-legs flew over in quick succession heading toward the Lighthouse. About an hour later a juvenile Rough-legged hawk flew over the Hall Ranch/Drake's Corner heading north. Later a juvenile Rough-leg was observed over the pastures of the Nunes Ranch. I suspect the later two observations were of the first two birds moving around. It has been a good fall so far for this species in the Bay Area with multiple sightings in San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
Burrowing Owls - noted in traditional spots in pastures of the Spalleta and Nunes Ranch.
BARN SWALLOW - a late migrant flew over the Drake's Beach visitor center in the morning
Golden-crowned Kinglets - two were in the cypresses above the Mendoza Ranch pond in the afternoon
TRICOLORED BLACKBIRDS - only ~380 noted on the day, with the largest flock of ~300 observed in the pastures above Nunes. While numbers of Tricolored blackbirds typically begin to decline by November one has to wonder what the effect of cessation of ranching activities on the Outer Point will have in the long term on this STATE LISTED species. Tricolored Blackbirds have been studied heavily in recent decades and found to be almost completely dependent on cattle ranches for foraging areas.
Unusual for the date was a near complete absence of American Goldfinches (1!) and low numbers of American Pipits (~40, with the largest flock of 25 flying over Nunes in the afternoon, the rest small groups and singles flying over throughout the day.)
Complete trip report and checklists can be viewed here:
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Date: 11/12/25 11:07 am From: Jeff Miller via groups.io <jmiller...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Thanks for the rare birds report, Dominik.
I want to point out that winter foraging tricolored blackbirds are not necessarily dependent upon cattle ranches, though grain and silage at ranches is now the easiest food source for tricoloreds. Obviously tricoloreds did not evolve with cattle ranching since
ranching didn't begin in California until the late 1700s, 250 years ago, while tricolored blackbirds are thought to have diverged from red-winged blackbirds about 10,000 years ago. Yes, due to the loss of most of their natural foraging habitats in California (native wetlands and upland habitats which have been destroyed or altered), tricoloreds are now highly dependent for foraging on semi-natural grasslands and artificial habitats like agricultural fields and croplands, as well as dairies and feedlots. Ideal foraging conditions for this species is not necessarily cattle ranches, but rather short grasslands. Yes, that habitat condition is currently is created at Point Reyes by overgrazing, but it can also be produced by burning or seasonal mowing.
With the cessation of commercial ranching at Point Reyes, there will continue to be limited seasonal non-commercial grazing through a new restoration lease with The Nature Conservancy. TNC will be managing for native habitats and sensitive wildlife, likely using a variety of disturbance regimes, which will include some restricted cattle grazing, and could include burning and maybe seasonal mowing. There will be a public management plan for the former commercial ranch lease areas. The Park Service will also be co-managing with the Graton Rancheria, which wants to bring back cultural/ecological burning to Point Reyes. All of the conservation groups involved in the Point Reyes settlement and ranch retirements, TNC, the Park Service, and Graton are going to want to manage for sensitive species that like short grasslands, such as tricoloreds and burrowing owls. Birders should weigh in when the new management plan is being discussed.
Also important to note that the commercial (over)grazing that is being retired has had strongly negative impacts on other native rare birds like snowy plovers.
Jeff
Jeff Miller
Senior Conservation Advocate
Center for Biological Diversity
(510) 499-9185
www.biologicaldiversity.org<http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/>
From: <northbaybirds...> <northbaybirds...> On Behalf Of Dominik Mosur via groups.io
Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 10:27 AM
To: North Bay Birds <northbaybirds...>
Subject: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Taking advantage of the great weather I spent Monday, 11/10, hiking the pastures around the ranches on Outer Point Reyes.
Some bird species of note observed:
Snow Goose - lone bird flew in calling from Drakes Bay over the visitor centerin the morning, perhaps the continuing individual that has been seen with some regularity around the various ranches starting in early October this year
Lesser Scaup - a flock of 17 on the shallow Mendoza Ranch pond
Ring-necked Ducks - 7 on Spaletta and 3 on Mendoza ranch ponds
Long-billed Dowitcher - a juvenile was on the cattle pond near Drake's Corner. This bird flushed and flew off in the direction of the outer ranches and may have been the same individual noted on the Mendoza pond a few hours later
Bonaparte's Gull - Mendoza pond
Bald Eagle - adult flew in off Drake's Bay over the visitor center in the morning
ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS - while walking the pastures of the Spaletta Ranch in the direction of Drake's Corner two juvenile Rough-legs flew over in quick succession heading toward the Lighthouse. About an hour later a juvenile Rough-legged hawk flew over the Hall Ranch/Drake's Corner heading north. Later a juvenile Rough-leg was observed over the pastures of the Nunes Ranch. I suspect the later two observations were of the first two birds moving around. It has been a good fall so far for this species in the Bay Area with multiple sightings in San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
Burrowing Owls - noted in traditional spots in pastures of the Spalleta and Nunes Ranch.
BARN SWALLOW - a late migrant flew over the Drake's Beach visitor center in the morning
Golden-crowned Kinglets - two were in the cypresses above the Mendoza Ranch pond in the afternoon
TRICOLORED BLACKBIRDS - only ~380 noted on the day, with the largest flock of ~300 observed in the pastures above Nunes. While numbers of Tricolored blackbirds typically begin to decline by November one has to wonder what the effect of cessation of ranching activities on the Outer Point will have in the long term on this STATE LISTED species. Tricolored Blackbirds have been studied heavily in recent decades and found to be almost completely dependent on cattle ranches for foraging areas.
Unusual for the date was a near complete absence of American Goldfinches (1!) and low numbers of American Pipits (~40, with the largest flock of 25 flying over Nunes in the afternoon, the rest small groups and singles flying over throughout the day.)
Complete trip report and checklists can be viewed here:
Date: 11/12/25 10:27 am From: Dominik Mosur via groups.io <dominikmosur...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Outer Point Reyes 11/10/25 - ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS et al.
Taking advantage of the great weather I spent Monday, 11/10, hiking the pastures around the ranches on Outer Point Reyes.
Some bird species of note observed:
Snow Goose - lone bird flew in calling from Drakes Bay over the visitor centerin the morning, perhaps the continuing individual that has been seen with some regularity around the various ranches starting in early October this year
Lesser Scaup - a flock of 17 on the shallow Mendoza Ranch pond
Ring-necked Ducks - 7 on Spaletta and 3 on Mendoza ranch ponds
Long-billed Dowitcher - a juvenile was on the cattle pond near Drake's Corner. This bird flushed and flew off in the direction of the outer ranches and may have been the same individual noted on the Mendoza pond a few hours later
Bonaparte's Gull - Mendoza pond
Bald Eagle - adult flew in off Drake's Bay over the visitor center in the morning
ROUGH-LEGGED HAWKS - while walking the pastures of the Spaletta Ranch in the direction of Drake's Corner two juvenile Rough-legs flew over in quick succession heading toward the Lighthouse. About an hour later a juvenile Rough-legged hawk flew over the Hall Ranch/Drake's Corner heading north. Later a juvenile Rough-leg was observed over the pastures of the Nunes Ranch. I suspect the later two observations were of the first two birds moving around. It has been a good fall so far for this species in the Bay Area with multiple sightings in San Francisco and San Mateo counties.
Burrowing Owls - noted in traditional spots in pastures of the Spalleta and Nunes Ranch.
BARN SWALLOW - a late migrant flew over the Drake's Beach visitor center in the morning
Golden-crowned Kinglets - two were in the cypresses above the Mendoza Ranch pond in the afternoon
TRICOLORED BLACKBIRDS - only ~380 noted on the day, with the largest flock of ~300 observed in the pastures above Nunes. While numbers of Tricolored blackbirds typically begin to decline by November one has to wonder what the effect of cessation of ranching activities on the Outer Point will have in the long term on this STATE LISTED species. Tricolored Blackbirds have been studied heavily in recent decades and found to be almost completely dependent on cattle ranches for foraging areas.
Unusual for the date was a near complete absence of American Goldfinches (1!) and low numbers of American Pipits (~40, with the largest flock of 25 flying over Nunes in the afternoon, the rest small groups and singles flying over throughout the day.)
Complete trip report and checklists can be viewed here:
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Date: 11/8/25 4:50 pm From: Bruce Mast via groups.io <cathrasher4...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Tropical kingbirds in Valley Ford
Returning from Bodega Bay this evening, I stopped in Valley Ford to follow up on a recent Tropical Kingbird. Report. I found not one but two kingbirds at the intersection of Valley Ford Estero Road and Marsh Road . They flew in from the willow thicket next to the road at the bridge
We will have several teams going out and can always use help! To join in the fun, contact me or Roger Adamson ( <radamson...> ).
There will be teams walking, bicycling, driving, kayaking, owling, and possibly a boat trip offshore in the afternoon.
Count Dinner and tally-up will be held at the Caspar Community Center, which will be open from about 4 pm.
--
Cheers,
Tim Bray
CAFB Compiler
“I now belong to a higher cult of mortals for I have seen the albatross.” Robert Cushman Murphy, 1912
mendocinocoastaudubon.org
Date: 11/6/25 3:21 pm From: Dawn via groups.io <soxdawn...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] Shorebird Marsh - Duck ID Help
All About Birds shows this as a variation of male American Wigeon which is sometimes referred to as storm wigeon.
Thanks,
Dawn
> On Nov 6, 2025, at 2:50 PM, Dawn <soxdawn...> wrote:
>
> Duck looks mostly like an American Wigeon, but extra white/yellow on lower part of face. Does anyone know what it is?
>
> <IMG_0145.jpeg>
>
>
>
> <IMG_0146.jpeg>
>
>
>
> <IMG_0147.jpeg>
> Shorebird Marsh is near Nordstrom off US 101 in Corte Madera, Marin County
>
> Thanks,
> Dawn Williamson
> Corte Madera
>
Date: 11/3/25 7:06 pm From: Lucas Stephenson via groups.io <Navigator44...> Subject: [northbaybirds] 12 HR CAL POLY HUMBOLDT DEEPWATER PELAGIC TRIP DEC 6TH
Hello all,
Sasha Cahill and I are organizing a Deepwater Pelagic Trip expected to reach waters up to at least 60 miles west of Eureka on DECEMBER 6th, with the help of CAL POLY HUMBOLDT and their newly acquired Northwind catamaran.
This pelagic trip represents an extremely rare opportunity to encounter highly coveted species such as MOTTLED PETREL, PARAKEET AUKLET, and SHORT-TAILED ALBATROSS. In recent years, deepwater pelagic trips during the month of December (the optimal time for Mottled Petrel in California waters) have been nonexistent.
Meeting Location: 6AM at the WOODLEY ISLAND MARINA, 302 STARTARE DR, EUREKA, CA.
Pelagic timing: 6AM-6PM
The pricing of the trip will be $200, and I will send further directions regarding the payment process at a later date.
To sign up, contact me at 707-200-5646. You will promptly be added to a temporary waitlist while we calculate the potential number of attending Cal Poly Humboldt students.
Date: 10/28/25 9:34 pm From: Robin Leong via groups.io <robin_leong...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Benicia CBC Announcement
Howdy North Bay Birders,
The Compiler of the Benicia CBC cordially invite birders of any level to help make the BCBC the best that it can be. The count is on Monday Dec 15, 2025. For those that list county birds, the circle is in Napa and Solano Counties. Please sign up with Tom Slyker <tcslyker...> or call or text him at (707) 771-1918. We will have a nice Mexican compilation dinner afterwards. Our fingers are crossed for good birds and good weather.
Robin Leong for Tom
Vallejo, CA
Date: 10/27/25 7:52 am From: Diane Hichwa via groups.io <dhichwa...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] [SFBirds] Northern Fulmar at ACC
We sent 10 NOFU that were still alive, down from Manchester to Bird Rescue Center and on to IBRRC last week
Diane Hichwa
Email: <dhichwa...>
Telephone: 707-785-1922 (Sea Ranch)
707-483-3130 (cell)
More Tail Wagging!!! Less Barking!!
Millie 2007
From: <northbaybirds...> on behalf of "William Legge via groups.io" <WGDLegge...>
Reply-To: <WGDLegge...>
Date: Monday, October 27, 2025 at 7:00 AM
To: "<acwgerhart...>" <acwgerhart...>, "<ppyle...>" <ppyle...>
Cc: "<sfbirds...>" <sfbirds...>, North Bay Birds <northbaybirds...>
Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] [SFBirds] Northern Fulmar at ACC
Resent-From: <WGDLegge...>
Resent-Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:00:09 -0700
FYI: One dead Northern Fulmar washed up at Rodeo Beach on Saturday (Oct. 25) in the Marin Headlands. Photo on ebird. I have never encountered the species off here in the month of October. 90% of the records off here are between Feb-April.
William
William Legge
<wgdlegge...>
On Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 05:32:42 PM PDT, Peter Pyle via groups.io <ppyle...> wrote:
The Greater Farallones Marine Sanctuary's Beach Watch Program reported 30+ dead and live NOFUs on Manchester State Beach (Mendocino) a few days ago so a die-off may be occurring. This occurs periodically, most often when summer reproductive success is high but followed by a downturn in food availability in fall.
Keep an eye out in Ocean Beach.
Cheers, Peter
> On Oct 26, 2025, at 17:20, Adam Gerhart via groups.io <acwgerhart...> wrote:
>
> Don’t know if this is relevant to anyone here but there was a Northern Fulmar brought into SF Animal Care and Control today.
>
> Adam
>
>
>
>
Date: 10/27/25 7:00 am From: William Legge via groups.io <WGDLegge...> Subject: Re: [northbaybirds] [SFBirds] Northern Fulmar at ACC
FYI: One dead Northern Fulmar washed up at Rodeo Beach on Saturday (Oct. 25) in the Marin Headlands. Photo on ebird. I have never encountered the species off here in the month of October. 90% of the records off here are between Feb-April.
William
William <Leggewgdlegge...>
On Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 05:32:42 PM PDT, Peter Pyle via groups.io <ppyle...> wrote:
The Greater Farallones Marine Sanctuary's Beach Watch Program reported 30+ dead and live NOFUs on Manchester State Beach (Mendocino) a few days ago so a die-off may be occurring. This occurs periodically, most often when summer reproductive success is high but followed by a downturn in food availability in fall.
Keep an eye out in Ocean Beach.
Cheers, Peter
> On Oct 26, 2025, at 17:20, Adam Gerhart via groups.io <acwgerhart...> wrote:
>
> Don’t know if this is relevant to anyone here but there was a Northern Fulmar brought into SF Animal Care and Control today.
>
> Adam
>
>
>
>
Date: 10/24/25 4:42 am From: Courtney Buechert via groups.io <courtney...> Subject: [northbaybirds] Tennessee Warbler in Corte Madera Marsh
While walking the dog at 1:45 today I found a Tennessee Warbler with a small group of Yellow-rumps and a Yellowthroat at this location: 37.93272° N, 122.51159° W
I did my best to grab a documentary photo of the bird, specifically the white belly and under tail with my phone (attached).
