Date: 9/18/19 7:17 pm From: Paul Heveran <birdmeister.paul...> Subject: DeSales University hawkwatch results (Lehigh Co.) - 238 raptors in almost 2 hours
Hello PA Birders,
I had a pleasant hawkwatch between classes around lunchtime today. Broadwings were flying, with a few Sharp-shinned Hawks sprinkled in. A Peregrine and two harriers near the end of the watch were my highlights otherwise. Monarchs were flying for sure, with 125 noted.
Date: 9/18/19 5:42 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (18 Sep 2019) 131 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 18, 2019
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Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Beatty Broughton, Carol Majors, Gerry Teig, Ron Majors
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
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Visitors (7): Carol Majors, Ron Majors, Howard Campbell, Gerry Teig, Beaty
Broughton, Sue McLaughlin
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Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
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Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 6-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (61) and Turkey Vultures (69).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]:
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I ran into Carol & Ron on the way to “Warbler Meadow” this morning.
They said they were getting warblers already and it was good. I went to
the site to set up and right away could tell that it was “warblery;”
there were 2 Parula Warblers in one our feeder snags! Together we all
drifted towards the meadow where we found numerous American Redstarts,
Black-and-white Warblers, Northern Parula, Magnolia Warblers, and
Chestnut-sided Warblers. The variety ended there, though. We did have a
look [albeit obstructed] at what I felt at the time to be a Yellow-bellied
Flycatcher [my FOY]. Pictures were taken [see above] reviewed later,
showing the bold eyering, olive-green overall color, short tail, whitish
wingbars and yellowish wash underneath its throat and tail. I remain
confident of the ID.
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It being 72 degrees, Howard was out and with seed for our birds. Howard,
temperature tolerant, is happy with the full range of 72 degrees, but
that’s it! Carol & Ron also contributed to the bird seed. They and I,
thank you my friends [and so does that meadow vole that keeps running out
to select a choice morsel]. At 9:50 Howard saw the first Broad-winged
Hawk. Hmmm, an early riser; a bird after my own heart. The hawk quickly
rose, and with just a few wing flaps, melted into a newly forming kettle of
a dozen birds, still low but getting steadily higher. Those may be that
hawks only flaps for the day, conserving energy using thermals drifting
from one to another. That’s the idea; get to South America with as
little energy expenditure as possible.
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I wish I could have used less energy myself this morning. The deep blue
sky is real work to look thru. While you can sit back and with shifting
eyes comb thru a cloud-filled sky without binoculars, for the most part,
looking for hawks against a nice background, deep blue skies require
constant scanning with binoculars to find anything. We have 2 “rules”
on such days: scan with binoculars on a regular basis having focused on
infinity and look at all vultures [hawks are often in thermals with them or
in the field of view you look at].
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Anyway, our blue sky developed very nicely into a perfect white
cloud-filled sky, but the hawks dried up. After a morning full of
Broad-winged Hawks, Sharp-shinned Hawks, Ospreys, and Eagles, among others,
we slipped into just an occasional hawk drifting by.
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A beautiful male Kestrel caught a Praying Mantis and ate it on our MOTUS
tower. [I reckon that’s one prayer that wasn’t answered] Perhaps the
prayer helped the Mourning Doves who skillfully avoided the Sharp-shinned
Hawk [see picture] that just missed them a while later. Sue and I enjoyed
he real-life drama as it happened.
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Gerry arrived and claimed he sapped the energy from our day. Me? I blame
Howard. I’ve seen few who can suck the lift out of a thermal better than
Howard. There was plenty of blame to go around. I just know that Beatty
and I were in the clear! [Gotcha guys!]
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---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
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----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
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Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, Swainson’s Thrush, COMMON RAVEN, Brown
Thrasher, Bobolinks, Black-and-white Warbler, American Redstart, Northern
Parula, Magnolia Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warbler, and Blue Grosbeak
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----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (11): Monarch - 45, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Common Checkered Skipper, Buckeye, Red-spotted
Purple, Variegated Fritillary. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black
Saddlebags, Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals
(4): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Meadow
Vole.
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----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: 5.29; Steps:
12,411; Floors: 15.
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----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
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TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 57; this season:
103
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NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (3):”
Northern Harrier, Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, and Swainson’s Thrush.
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Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks like more of the same, but there's not supposed
to be the developing clouds - darn it!
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Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
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Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Observation start time: 06:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Fred Paley, Ken Orvis, Phil Keener, Randy Phillips
Observers: Alice Frick, Craig McCoy, Donald Weidemann, Fred Paley, Gary Johnson, Jim Wendt, Ken Orvis, Meredith Lombard, Phil Keener, Randy Phillips
Visitors: A few visitors to the watch site today.
Weather: Light winds from the ENE made another great day of hawk watching at Rocky Ridge. Temps ranged between 18 C and 23 C. Visibility was good clouds were absent most of the count until the late afternoon.
Raptor Observations: Another large flight of Broad-winged Hawks for the fourth consecutive day. Other raptors were recorded in small numbers.
Non-raptor Observations: Common Raven-2 Common Nighthawk-2 Double-crested Cormorant-8
Butterfly Monarchs-115
Predictions: If winds are out of the NE or E another large BW flight may still be possible. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Wolfgang (<a19wolfgang...>)
Observation start time: 07:15:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.75 hours
Official Counter: John Mercer
Observers: Al Guarente, Alan Simon, Bill Roache, Chris Pugliese, Chuck Root, Dave Eberly, Debbie Beer, John D'Amico
Visitors: Len Clupp, Luc and Therese Jacobs, Beth Kurtz and about 40 participants and volunteers with the Natural Lands Trust, lead by Debbie Beer
Weather: Clouds and sun, more clouds than expected. Temperature delightful in the upper 60' and low 70's. Winds mostly NNE around 7 mph.
Raptor Observations: Another surprisingly poor showing for Broad-wings. Not counted as migrating were: 3 Bald Eagles, 2 Cooper's Hawks, 5 Red-tailed Hawks and one Red-shouldered Hawk. For the most part, the birds were high and difficult to spot, but enough came by to give a good showing to the visiting group From Natural Lands Trust.
Non-raptor Observations: One Caspian Tern, 3 Double-crested Cormorant, 2 Common Ravens one putting on a show chasing a juvenile Bald Eagle. Two Ruby-throated Hummingbirds.
A special thanks to Alan Simon, Bill Roache, John D'Amico and Chuck Root for watching the skies and pointing out birds while the counter was talking to the visiting group. Your help was greatly appreciated.
Predictions: Mostly sunny and nice, high around 62. The winds will again be mostly NNE around 7 mph. Clear blue skies are a good possibility. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Observation start time: 06:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 9.5 hours
Official Counter: Rosemary McGlynn
Observers: Bob Stewart, Dave Poder, Deb Bodenschatz, Ed Gowarty, Jack Julian, Jim Rocco, Karen Jackson, Meg Moses, Nancy Ott, Neil Woffinden, Sandy Cline
Visitors: numerous visitors including Dave Poder,Ed Gowarty,Deb Bodenschatz,Jim Rocco,Bob Stewart,N. Ott,N. Woffinden,Karen Jackson,Sandy Kline,Jack Julian. Thanks to all visitors & observers who helped pull birds out of the blue.
Weather: light to moderate ENE/E winds all day with blue skies and sunshine.Brief early morning valley fog & haze.Birds were streaming low to start but as the day warmed the blue,cloudless sky made spotting a challenge.
Raptor Observations: 223 migrating raptors including :juv BEs @ 12:16,3:22 subadult BEs @ 7:28,11:17,12:21 and adult BEs @ 8:23,12:33,2:36. Also 191 BWs. Had great looks of a merlin and later a juv. RT diving on the owl pole.
Non-raptor Observations: ravens,crows,jays,TVs,waxwings,robins,m. dove,downy wp, red-headed wp,N.flicker,juncos,chickadees,3rt hummingbirds. Also 32 monarchs,cabbage whites, bl.swallowtails,cl.sulfurs,o.sulfurs and dragonflies.
Predictions: More sunshine & moderate S/SSE winds with a high near 70F ======================================================================== Report submitted by Rosemary McGlynn (<denali...>)
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 18, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Ed Chubb
Observers: Brian Weaver, Gary La Belle, Jay George, Joan Renninger, Steve Rannels, Steve Walthius
Weather: Fair weather all day with winds out of the NE quadrant. Temps starting out in the 50's and reaching the low 70's by the afternoon.
Raptor Observations: 3 Immature and 2 Adult Bald Eagles
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: More of the same. Enjoy! ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 18, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 1 109 126 BE 6 109 152 NH 1 18 21 SS 13 226 232 CH 2 24 29 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 156 5561 5663 RT 4 121 177 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 2 52 60 ML 1 7 7 PG 0 5 6 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 5 6 UF 0 1 1 UE 0 0 0 UR 3 16 17
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove
Observers: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Ron Freed
Visitors: 10, John Hoffman
Weather: Moderate N/NW winds through the morning switching to light and variable in the afternoon. Bright, cloudless skies until the very late afternoon.
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 10:22 BE WB 11:05 BE AD 9:14, 10:22, (4) 12:00 First bird (5) BW 8:24 Last bird AK 4:37
117 relatively low BW along the north side in 38 minutes (08:24-09:02) before dropping off.
Non-raptor Observations: Hummers 4 Monarchs 22 1 White Admiral (butterfly) (third record for the season/site) 54 warbler spp., Cape May, Northern Parula, Magnolia, Blackburnian Warbler
======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Observation start time: 05:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 9.75 hours
Compiler: JF Therrien
Counters: Andrew Consilor, Danny Stoner, Brian Ferrence, Danny Stoner, Jeremy Shivert, Rudy Keller
Weather:
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 18, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Bob Astleford, Ed Wanamaker
Visitors: The brother of Pete Kell came out in honor of his brother.
Weather: Clear skies all day eventually allowed for clear visibility up to 10 miles. Winds began from the NE but eventually changed to come from the SE and had gusts from 5-12 mph. Temperatures ranged from 55-68F.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagle: 1145a, 1345a
Non-raptor Observations: 3 ravens and 1 hummingbird.
Predictions: Sunny, with a high near 70. Light and variable wind. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Date: 9/18/19 12:40 pm From: Mark McConaughy <timetraveler50...> Subject: Very White Gull at Beaver Run Reservoir
I had a small and very white gull (I did not see any gray in the wings, etc.) that was at Beaver Run Reservoir this afternoon. It may have a dark face (at least in one of my photos - but it is a very long photo shot and the face may only be shadowed). Otherwise, it was all white. It had a rounded tail so it wasn't a forked-tailed tern. I quickly snapped off a series of photos which can be found at the eBird Checklist below under unidentified gull link below. I was not able to view it in my scope since it was not set up at the time. By the time I got it out and set up, the gull was gone. The closest I can find to it would be an Ivory Gull in my guide books, but I realize this is highly unlikely. So I hope someone with more knowledge of gulls can provide a positive ID. Thanks!
Date: 9/17/19 6:42 pm From: Robin and Daniel Zmoda <robinanddanielz...> Subject: Northampton county yard birds 9--15 belated
Spent some time in the yard with my brother from MD on Sunday. Nice variety of species (22) including 4 nighthawks and a Magnolia Warbler beside the locals. Good raptor flight with 7 Broadwings, 1 or 2 Redtails, a Coop, an Osprey, 4 Bald Eagles, 20 Black Vultures, 98 Turkey Vultures and a new yard record of 94 Ravens. The last three sp were coming off the landfill to roost for the night. Dan Zmoda Pen Argyl
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Alan Simon, Mike Coll
Observers: Bill Roache, Bob Kelly, Mike Coll
Visitors: Gary Stolz, Dick Rainier, Bill Kemmerer, Max Smith
Weather: Mostly sunny, temperatures in the 70's with NE winds, but solid blue skies made finding hawks difficult.
Raptor Observations: There was a burst of eagles just after 1:00 EDT and all of them were adults, they were definitely different birds - 2 were counted that streamed by very high up as migrants, the others were lower or moving in the wrong direction. In another nearby location, due west of the hawk watch by about 5 miles, 40 Broadwings were spotted at the limit of unaided vision between 5:30 and 6 PM EDT.
Non-raptor Observations: Good number of Green Darners and Chimney Swifts. Many Buckeyes, a variegated
Predictions: Tomorrow will be similar to today but slightly cooler. The Broadwings are coming through, but so high up, we are missing them in the blue sky. Tomorrow will be challenging for the group visiting, but it may help to have more eyes on the sky. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Observation start time: 06:00:00 Observation end time: 18:00:00 Total observation time: 11.75 hours
Compiler: Zach Bordner
Counters: Jeremy, Jeremy Scheivert
Weather: clear skies all day with AM wind from the NE at 1-3 mph switching to NW and becoming slightly faster in the final three hours.
Raptor Observations: BE 1055A, BE 1055A, BE 1116I, BE 1607A, BE 1722I
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Cape may warbler, red eyed vireo, waxwings, flickers, tree swallows, barn swallows, rose breasted grossbeak, ravens, hummingbirds 6, chimney swifts
Predictions: East winds clear and temperatures in the 70's ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jim Rocco (<jd.jh.rocco...>)
Date: 9/17/19 5:38 pm From: Nick Bolgiano <nickbolgiano...> Subject: Bald Eagle Mt one-year hawk watch
Bald Eagle Mountain is the western-most ridge in Pennsylvania's Ridge & Valley province, though to the southwest of State College (Centre Co), it is successively named Brush Mt, Canoe Mt, Lock Mt, Dunning Mt, Evitts Mt, and Wills Mt. Periodic raptor counts at Karl Striedieck's fire tower on Bald Eagle Mt north of State College were done in the 1980s and 1990s by John Peplinski, Kim Van Fleet, Dave Brandes and others. Because of their sometimes impressive results, particularly of late-season golden eagles and red-tailed hawks, Bald Eagle Mt was named an Audubon Important Bird Area.
To more completely assess the value of this ridge for raptor migration, we are conducting a daily fall hawk watch north of State College for only this year. Jon Kauffman of Shaver's Creek Environmental Center and I are directors, while Shaver's Creek, State College Bird Club, and Juniata Valley Audubon Society are funding. Because the ridge has a broad top, we will choose one of two lookouts, located 0.5 mi apart, depending upon the wind direction for that day. (If the wind is from the north side of the ridge, we will be at the North Lookout; if the wind is from the south side, we will be at the South Lookout.) Kaitlin McGee from CA is the paid counter.
The lookouts are on private land, but the two landowners, Karl Striedieck and Reed McCormick, have been very gracious and are welcoming of visitors. We aren't using the fire tower and we can accommodate a modest number of visitors. If you would like to visit or would like to view maps and pictures of the watch sites, please respond privately and I will send a Word document with those details. The watch site is named "Bald Eagle Mountain - Eagle Field" in Hawkcount.
Date: 9/17/19 4:54 pm From: Paul Heveran <birdmeister.paul...> Subject: Six duck species including American Wigeon, Green Lane Reservoir, Montgomery Co.
Hello PA Birders,
I made time for a quick visit to the Church Rd area of Green Lane Reservoir this afternoon. Early ducks are filtering through. I had a decent selection today, including a slightly early American Wigeon.
As a side note, the conditions should be great for moon-watching tonight! i suspect it will be best sometime around or after 10pm. I watched for a bit with my scope last night. I saw multiple thrush/warbler types, a Chimney Swift, and a possible rail/waterbird type.
Observation start time: 07:15:00 Observation end time: 17:15:00 Total observation time: 10 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Wolfgang, Ken Orvis, Phil Keener, Randy Phillips
Observers: Alice Frick, Andrew Wolfgang, Anne Muren, Barry, Bernie Frick, Bob Reiter, Chad Erhardt, Craig McCoy, Ken Orvis, Mindy , Phil Keener, Randy Phillips, Robin Smith, Tom Worman
Visitors: 12, many mountain bikers passing through. A runner stopped to enjoy the BW flight. Thank you to all the visitors and observers today. Thank you to all the veteran counters and the new volunteers who came on board this year.
Weather: Winds were East then shifted NE back to East by the end of the count period. Cloud cover and fog to start gave way to clear skies. Visibility was excellent. Perfect viewing conditions at Rocky Ridge today.
Raptor Observations: There was a huge flight of 3,500 Broad-winged Hawks from 1-1:30 EST (2-2:30 pm DST). One of the best BW flights recorded at this hawkwatch site. 20 years ago similar flight recorded was slightly larger. Veteran counters at the site agree East/NE winds seem to produce at Rocky Ridge. A special day for this site.
Small movement of other raptors including 4 Peregrine Falcons.
Non-raptor Observations: Common Nighthawk-2 Common Raven-2 Double-crested Cormorant-8 Ruby-throated Hummingbird-4 Red-headed Woodpecker-1
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Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 17, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Fred Wilcox
Observers: Brian Weaver, Fred Habbeger, Gary Robson, Gary lockerman, Gayle McKinne, Jay George, Joan Renninger, Rosemary Spreha, Sandy Lockerman, Steve Walthius, Sue Cooper, Tom Kurtz&Nancy Clupper, Tom McKinne
Visitors: 15 birders
Weather: Mostly a cloudless day with a light variable wind blowing mostly NW to NE. Visibility was excellent. Temperature range of 58 to 72. Humidity was low.
Raptor Observations: Adult BE, Immature BE
First 1000 BW easy to spot. The second 2600 BW hard to spot and count.
All BW were streaming through. There were no kettles
1st bird 8:00 BW
Non-raptor Observations: 20 monarchs
Predictions: Much like today ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 17, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 5 108 125 BE 18 103 146 NH 4 17 20 SS 48 213 219 CH 1 22 27 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 209 5405 5507 RT 15 117 173 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 22 50 58 ML 0 6 6 PG 0 5 6 UA 0 2 3 UB 1 5 6 UF 0 1 1 UE 0 0 0 UR 3 13 14
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9.5 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Deb Gingrich, Gene Wagner, Joe Lavella, Karena Johnson, Meredith Lombard, Pat Freed, Ron Freed, Tim Johnson
Visitors: Lanner and Harlan Johnson, "Big Joe," 22
Weather: Sunny with minimal cloud cover becoming zero percent as the day waned, light to moderate N to NW winds.
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 2:20, 3:09, 3:56 BE WB 9:17, 9:29, (2) 11:05, 1:40 BE 4TH 10:15, 1:40 BE AD 11:05, 11:45, 12:22, 12:32, (2) 12:48, 3:02 BE UNAGED 10:30 First bird - SS and OS 8:25 Last bird -
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 71 Hummers 7
Common Nighthawk - 1 CAGO - 9 Red-headed Woodpecker (adult) - 1 23 warbler spp. (vastly undercounted), Black-throated Green Warbler, Cape May Warbler, Blackburnian Warbler
======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/17/19 4:26 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (17 Sep 2019) 26 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 17, 2019
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Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Beatty Broughton, Deb Kirchdoerfer, Jim Green,
Kathleen Bugbee
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
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Visitors (5): Beaty Broughton, Deb Kirchdoerfer, Kathleen Bugbee, Jim
Green
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Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
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Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle,
2-Red-shouldered Hawk, 5-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (59) and
Turkey Vultures (62).
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----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-1; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-4
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Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]:
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I found “Warbler Meadow” to be surprisingly quiet this morning, but I
did see American Redstarts, Black-and-white Warblets, Northern Parula, and
Bay-breasted Warbler.
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Beaty was at the “Hawk Watch” early this morning. Deb, Jim & Kathleen
arrived later. Deb brought another apple. Thanks Deb! There was just a
morning dribble of hawks leding to a deep blue sky void of them.
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After giving up looking for hawks, I stopped at nearby New Garden WTP where
there were Ring-necked Duck, Wood Ducks, Least Sandpiper, Lesser Yellowlegs
and Killdeer.
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---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
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----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
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Brown Thrashers, Bobolinks, Black-and-white Warblers, American Redstarts,
Northern Parula, Bay-breasted Warbler and Blue Grosbeak
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----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (12): Monarch - 35, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Common Checkered Skipper, Buckeye, Red-spotted
Purple, Variegated Fritillary, Red Admiral. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner,
Black Saddlebags, Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0).
Mammals (3): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Red Squirrel.
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----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: 6.42; Steps:
15,065; Floors: 226.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 54; this season:
100
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):”
none.
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks good, but with very few background clouds. It
will be work to see them!
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Date: 9/17/19 3:45 pm From: William Young <wayoung04...> Subject: Lancaster County Bird-A-Thon
To All Pennsylvania Birders,
My name is William Young and I am a young birder from the Lancaster County Bird Club. This Sunday, Spetemebr 22nd, I am holding the first ever Lancaster County Bird-A-Thon. Participants will form teams of 4-8 people, which will scour the county on that date in search of birds. For every bird species observed, individual team members are asked to donate a small amount of money, which will be donated to the Lancaster County Bird Club, the American Birding Association, and a conservation cause of the winning team's choice.
Please come and participate in the first Lancaster County Bird-A-Thon! We need all birders to join in on the festivities to ensure this event is a conservation success! For more information, or to register, please see the website:
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 17, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Doug Burton, Ed Wanamaker, Jeff Hopkins, Scott Keys
Visitors: Additional qualified observers: Rick Klinger, John Eleskosky, Bob Astleford
Weather: Clear skies all day eventually led to clear visibility extending upwards of 7 miles. Winds ranged from 1-9 mph with most of it coming from the E. Temperatures ranged from 62-81F.
Non-raptor Observations: 1 raven, 1 hummingbird, and a flock of 40 geese.
Predictions: Sunny, with a high near 70. Northeast wind 5 to 8 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Bill Cranny, Bob Kelly
Observers: Al Guarente, Alan Simon, Bill Cranny, Bill Roache, Bob Kelly
Weather: Periods of clouds and sun, temperature climbing into the mid 80's F. Winds mostly calm
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: 3 Ruby-throated Hummingbirds 4 Common Nighthawks
Predictions: Nice sunny day with NNE winds from 7-9 mph. Temperatures only getting to the upper 70's F Unfortunately, not a lot of cloud cover so hawk spotting will be challenging. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Date: 9/17/19 3:47 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (16 Sep 2019) 104 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 16, 2019
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Beatty Broughton, Deb Kirchdoerfer, Dirk Robinson
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (4): Dirk Robinson, Deb Kirchdoerfer, Beaty Broughton
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 3-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (67) and Turkey Vultures (58).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]:
<BR><BR>
Things started out with promise today at Bucktoe. Deb, Beaty and Dirk were
out early when a Raven flew silently by. A Broad-winged Hawk was up in the
developing thermals at 10:47am our hopes for a strong flight rising with
it. It’s getting to be the right time, but it was not today. The sky
was held a nice array of background clouds, the wind was right, and we had
our season’s strongest flight with several small kettles, but it was not
“the big one.” Our highest day has been on September 22 for each of
the last two years, when many thousands of these hawks have flown past each
day. That’s only 6 days away! Today we saw nearly 100. These next few
days have the chance to be among the most exciting of the year. You should
be here to witness it.
<BR><BR>
Deb brought me a delicious apple. Thanks Deb, that too, was exciting!
Speaking of excitement, our season’s first Palm Warbler was around the
feeders. There will be very many more of these to follow.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Great Blue Herons, COMMON RAVEN, Brown Thrashers, Bobolink, Palm Warbler,
and Blue Grosbeak
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (10): Monarch - 38, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black Saddlebags,
Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (2): Eastern
Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel.
<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: 2.85; Steps:
6,680; Floors: 91.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 47; this season:
100
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (1):” Palm
Warbler.
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks REALLY GOOD, if we hold onto some background
clouds, with the advancing date and proper winds.
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Deb Bodenschatz, Ed Gowarty,Jr
Observers: Bob Stewart, Ed Gowarty,Jr., Ed Gowarty,Sr, Erika Bowman, Jack Julian, Jim Rocco, Joe Sabo, Karen Jackson, Nancy Ott, Ronda Barnett
Visitors: Bob Stewart, Erika Bowman, Ronda Barnett, Jim Rocco, Ed Gowarty Jr., Ed Gowarty Sr., Jennifer Gerber, Patience Fisher, Karen Jackson, Nancy Ott, Don Kott, Jack Julian, and Joe Sabo.
Weather: Partly cloudy with very light WSW/WNW wind and. a high temperature of 24.7 C.
Raptor Observations: We had large numbers of Broad Wing hawks. At times the sky was full of Broadwings in all directions. We also had 9 Migrating Bald Eagles - 3 adults, 3 sub-adult , 1 Juvenile, and 2 unknown. There was also 1 non-migrating adult. 9:59, 10:09, 10:10, 10:19, 10:37, 12:18, 2:09, 2:13, 3:24. There were also a few Turkey Vultures patrolling the valley. We heard but did not see 2 Red-shouldered Hawks in the West.
Non-raptor Observations: At least 50 Cedar Waxwings, a few Chimney Swifts, 3 Blue Jays, 6 Hummingbirds, an Olive-sided flycatcher, a Bay-breasted Warbler, 2 Downy Woodpeckers, 4 Ravens, a Towhee and. a Flicker.
There was an extremely large number of dragonflies, 616 Monarch Butterflies ,a great many Sulphuric and Cabbage Whites, as wellas some Black Swallowtails, Red-spotted Purples, and Tiger Swallowtails.
Predictions: Partly Cloudy wit light East wind and a high of 21 C. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Deb Bodenschatz (<debbiebodenschatz...>)
This afternoon I observed a Merlin flying across Beaver Drive near Tractor Supply in DuBois. This evening I watched six Wild Turkeys on the golf course fairway behind my house. I sat down behind my pickup truck and used a mouth call to lure the gullible birds to within several feet of my concealed location.
Dan Richards
Treasure Lake
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 16, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Richard Pohner
Observers: Brian Weaver, Fred Habbeger, Jay George, Nancy Clupper
Visitors: 5
Weather: Light WNW wind under mostly overcast skies. & a little mid day rain that interrupted proceedings. Temps 68-79.
Raptor Observations: 2 ad , 1 juv BE's
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Nick Bolgiano
Observers:
Weather: Wind N 1-4 mph, sky mostly cloudy except during mid-day when it cleared, temp 66-82F
Raptor Observations: BW: the 1441 broad-wings set a new single-day high count (in site's 25th year), with 1400+ coming during 1230-1330, when the skies cleared and wind ticked up slightly BE: 1213 Juv, 1225 Ad, 1318 Ad AK: unk
Non-raptor Observations: Chimney Swift-3, Red-headed Woodpecker, E. Wood-Pewee-1, Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, Philadelphia Vireo-1, Cape May Warbler-3, Black-throated Green Warbler-1, Scarlet Tanager-2, monarchs-60 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Nick Bolgiano (<nickbolgiano...>)
Raptor Observations: Large flight of broad-winged hawk when sun provided lift. 6Bald Eagle past the lookout. 10:13TY, 10:24SY, 10:24A, 11:53A, 12:52A, 13:50HY.
Non-raptor Observations: Great warbler flight in the morning with 15 species. Philadelphia, yellow-throated, blue-capped, and red-eyed vireo seen. Common nighthawk and great scarlet tanager flight. ======================================================================== 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: Andrew Wolfgang, Fred Paley, Ken Orvis, Phil Keener, Randy Phillips
Observers: Alice Frick, Andrew Wolfgang, Bernie Frick, Craig McCoy, Dick Humbert, Donald Weidemann, Fred Paley, Ken Orvis, Phil Keener, Randy Phillips
Visitors: 6, Margie, Dick Humbert, and park naturalist Nancy Heiser visited today. Thank you to all the counters and observers for another successful day of hawk spotting at Rocky Ridge County Park.
Weather: Overcast with very light wind from the NW, the high temperature of 27 C felt hot as wind was not strong enough to cool the lookout. Haze was present most of the days and some birds were lost in that haze, a light rain also passed through early in the count.
Raptor Observations: There were many distant Broad-winged Hawks in large kettles. Sharp-shinned Hawks, Harriers, RS Hawk, a sub-adult Peregrine Falcon, and Osprey were all recorded along with others and local raptors.
Non-raptor Observations: Birds of note- Common Nighthawks - 31 Ruby-throated Hummingbird-5
Butterflies Monarchs-18 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Wolfgang (<a19wolfgang...>)
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 16, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Doug Burton, Ed Wanamaker, Rob Keith, Scott Keys
Visitors: Additional qualified observers: Rick Gaeta, Bob Astleford, Barry Reed
Weather: Cloud cover ranged from 90-100% all day with clear visibility reaching up to 5 miles by the afternoon. Winds were sporadic and began from the NW while eventually shifting to become more southerly with speeds ranging from 1-5 mph. Temperatures ranged from 66-76F.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagle: 1040i, 1349i
Non-raptor Observations: 9 common nighthawks, 1 raven, 5 hummingbirds.
Predictions: Sunny, with a high near 75. Northeast wind 5 to 7 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 16, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 3 103 120 BE 5 85 128 NH 1 13 16 SS 16 165 171 CH 1 21 26 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 3070 5196 5298 RT 7 102 158 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 3 28 36 ML 0 6 6 PG 0 5 6 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 4 5 UF 0 1 1 UE 0 0 0 UR 2 10 11
Observation start time: 05:45:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 10.25 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Gene Wagner, Ron Freed
Observers: Carolyn Hoffman, Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove, Gary LaBelle, Gene Wagner, Joe Kelly, Joe Lavella, Pat Freed, Ron Freed
Visitors: Gene Odato, Ginger Hays, Eric Gogola, Jim Binder, 3
Weather: Heavy cloud cover with no wind transitioning to partly cloudy with light N/NE winds with complete cloud cover in the late afternoon and slightly variable winds.
Raptor Observations: BE AD 11:00, 11:45, 12:30, 01:28 BE UNAGED 01:28 First bird SS 6:18 Last bird BW 03:05
Broad-wing lift off early in the morning with dozens to hundreds lifting off in and coming through the south valley persisting for several hours, mostly to the south and southeast with nice numbers also coming from the northeast. (Birds that fell out last evening were not counted yesterday, thus are new birds tallied today only.)
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 49 Hummers 6 1 Common Nighthawk Cooperhead (snake) present in the same spot as yesterday. ======================================================================== Report submitted by () Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/16/19 9:14 am From: Cindy Dunn <cadunn.444...> Subject: Re: Waggoner's Gap (15 Sep 2019) 1549 Raptors
Ha! That’s great. They really had an amazing last hour
Sent from my iPhone
> On Sep 15, 2019, at 6:29 PM, Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> wrote:
>
> Waggoner's Gap
> 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA
> Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 15, 2019
> -------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total
> ------------------ ----------- -------------- --------------
> BV 1 1 1
> TV 0 0 0
> OS 16 100 117
> BE 25 80 123
> NH 2 12 15
> SS 51 147 153
> CH 7 20 25
> NG 0 0 0
> RS 0 1 3
> BW 1412 2123 2225
> RT 18 94 150
> RL 0 0 0
> GE 0 0 0
> AK 6 25 33
> ML 5 6 6
> PG 0 5 6
> UA 0 2 3
> UB 0 4 5
> UF 1 1 1
> UE 0 0 0
> UR 5 8 9
>
> Total: 1549 2629 2875
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Observation start time: 08:00:00
> Observation end time: 17:15:00
> Total observation time: 10 hours
>
> Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano
>
> Observers: Carolyn Hoffman, Dave Grove, Deb Gingrich, Gene Wagner,
> Joe Kelly, Joe Yoder, Karena Johnson, Meredith Lombard,
> Tim Johnson
>
> Visitors:
> Cindy and Craig Dunn, Ann Grove, Sara and Steve Nicholas, Big Joe, 70
>
>
> Weather:
> Mostly clear, moderate to light NNW winds all day.
>
> Raptor Observations:
> BE JUV 11:00, 11:16, 12:20, 2:15, 2:59, (2) 4:08
> BE WB 10:33, 11:24, 2:15, 2:25
> BE 4TH 4:10
> BE AD 11:00, 11:13, 12:20, 1:04, 1:53, 1:56, 1:58, 3:01, 3:02, 4:35
> BE UNAGED 12:34
> First bird BW 7:52
> Last bird NH 5:08
>
> 1,1016 BW in the last hour. Lift off tomorrow highly likely.
>
>
> Non-raptor Observations:
> Monarchs 78
> Hummers 18
> 11 Common Nighthawks
> 142 European Starling in the last 45 minutes.
> Copperhead (snake) coiled under the rocks at the watch.
> Second observation of a white admiral (butterfly) this season (first season
> they've been observed).
> ========================================================================
> Report submitted by ()
> Waggoner's Gap information may be found at:
> www.waggap.com
>
>
> More site information at hawkcount.org: http://hawkcount.org/siteinfo.php?rsite=439 > Count data submitted via Dunkadoo - Project info at:
> https://dunkadoo.org/explore/audubon-pennsylvania/waggoners-gap-hawk-watch-fall-2019
Date: 9/16/19 9:08 am From: Chuck Berthoud <cbpabirds...> Subject: eBird Mobile 2.0 is here, READ THIS before using
When I opened eBird Mobile Sunday morning I was in for a surprise: there was a brief picture of a Peregrine Falcon before the Start Checklist screen opened. Apparently the folks at Cornell have reduced the time it takes to get to the checklist screen by making the location more automatic. What this means to you is that if you want to avoid downloading the 1kb file for the short list of PA birds rather than use the default list of all North American birds, you should start your checklist using your home wifi and download the Pennsylvania Bird Pack. I suspect the Bird Packs are going useful when birding offline and be helpful on my next out-of-state bird trip.
More details will come when I send out the October eBird Challenge and get more used to the new format.
Date: 9/16/19 6:29 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (15 Sep 2019) 29 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 15, 2019
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers:
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (23): Joel, Lafang & George Flachs, Rodger Bovenkerk, Gerry Teig,
Beaty Broughton, Deb Adelberg [Kirchdoerfer], Hank Davis, Carolyn Holland,
Heidi Raimato, Dirk Robinson, Adam Bartles, Dennis Davis, Colleen Del
Monte, Lana Glass, Carol & Ron Majors, Jean-Marie Gauthier, Al Guarante,
Laureen Eick-Benson, Harvey Rubenstein, Ray McBride
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 3-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 6-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (68) and Turkey Vultures (66).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]: [PLEASE NOTE: On September 12,
I sent out the new large weekly “blog” and hotline in my new format -
a newsletter. This is NOT THESE reports you get from HawkCount. Rather,
it’s the newsletter from EBNT, with our upcoming schedule and the County
year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and are a regular
subscriber, look in your spam – a few servers send it there. [go
figure-lol] If you enjoy “the blog,” featuring the county species
list, and it ended up in your spam, you’ll have to follow your
provider’s method of “whitelisting” it, marking it as “not spam”
or it will always go there. It usually comes out every Thursday.
<BR><BR>
The weekly bird walk was first this morning at Bucktoe. I joined the group
for the first hour. 15 participants saw 48 species including Least
Flycatcher, Yellow-billed Cuckoos, Least Flycatcher, Eastern Phoebe, Brown
Thrasher, Black-and-white Warblers, American Redstarts, Northern Parula,
Magnolia Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Black-throated Green Warbler, and
Blue Grosbeaks.
<BR><BR>
While back at the Hawk Watch, at 10:07 a Broad-winged Hawk was found
circling with a couple of Black Vultures. I thought that foretold a good
day. In fact, it did not. We saw but 5 more.
<BR><BR>
Joel, Lafang & George were here and with gifts of food. How did they know
that gifts of food and drink are welcome and, in fact, encouraged here at
Bucktoe? Thanks guys! Our forecasted 10% cloud cover quickly turned into
0% cloud cover – the bain of we hawk watchers.
<BR><BR>
Deb showed up, carrying everything she’d need for an exciting day of hawk
watching. Chair, foods for when hunger struck, hat to shield her face from
the damage wrought by long periods of time in the sun; she was prepared.
Her arrival time? 2:58pm. The hawk watch ending time? 3pm! That’s
right, fully two minutes before I was to leave! You know Deb, if I were
you I’d have passed on the hat, risking the rigors of a full two minutes
in the sun! Her sister, Elaine, is very much the same way with regards to
time. I’ll tell you, there are a couple of nuts that didn’t roll far
apart down the hill from the chestnut tree. You’ve joined the list of
blogging victims, my dear Deb & Elaine. Congratulations, it is well
deserved! [gotcha guys!]
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to The Land Conservancy for Southern Chester County for their
support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not only their incredible
support, but gracious generosity in opening their property to the public
for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Lesser Yellowlegs, Great Blue Herons, Green Heron,
Least Flycatcher, Eastern Phoebe, Brown Thrasher, Bobolinks,
Black-and-white Warblers, American Redstarts, Northern Parula, Magnolia
Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Black-throated Green Warbler, and Blue
Grosbeaks
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (10): Monarch - 34, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Black
Swallowtail, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black Saddlebags,
Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (2): Eastern
Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel.
<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: 9.31; Steps:
21,844; Floors: 190.
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----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 65; this season:
99
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (4):”
Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Lesser Yellowlegs, Green Heron, and Least Flycatcher
.
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks partly Sunny with light winds and lots of
background clouds. Could be good..
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: Bob Kelly, Sheryl Johnson
Observers: Alan Simon, Bob Kelly, Chris Pugliese, Dave Eberly, Debbie Beer, Doris McGovern, Jamie Pugliese, Karl Johnson
Visitors: Bill Kemmerer
Weather: Sunny with little cloud cover, temperatures climbing into the mid 80's F. Winds from the North. Clear blue skies made sighting the birds challenging
Raptor Observations: 1 Bald Eagle and 1 Cooper's Hawk not counted, deemed not migrating
Non-raptor Observations: 14 Common Buckeye Butterflies 1 Eastern Kingbird
Predictions: Sunny with some cloud cover, winds ESE 6 to 9 mph, temperatures climbing to the mid 80's. If there are some clouds, this could be the first good day of the season. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Bake Oven Knob
2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 15, 2019
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Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 16:30:00
Total observation time: 9.5 hours
Official Counter: Rick Morrissey
Observers: Bob Astleford, Doug Burton, Ed Sinkler, John Traynor
Visitors:
Big day for visitors, the north look-out was almost at capacity mid-day.
An all-star cast of 'who's who' at the knob. Veteran 'Bake Oven Boys' John
Traynor, Doug Burton, Rick Gaeta, Ed Wanamaker, Jeff Hopkins, John Good,
Bob Astleford, Ed Sinkler, Scott Keys, Mark Boyd, and Gareth Williams.
Welcome Theo from his Subaru in the parking lot via the Arctic circle and
the West Coast and Mark from Allentown with camera lens rarely seen outside
of the US Open tennis courts (friends of Scott Keys taking great photos all
morning).
Weather:
After early dense fog for about 2 hours of the count there was plenty of
sunshine with a low temperature of 64 degrees Fahrenheit and a high of 76
degrees Fahrenheit. Winds were generally light NW winds 0-3 mph with a few
gusts up to 7 mph. In the last 2 hours of the count, winds were WSW.
Raptor Observations:
Let’s not miss one key point, the big Broadwing push has started. So for
those of you who missed it today, make sure you are looking to the skies
the next two or three days. My condolences to many of the all-star
observers who came up today to see lots of Broadwings and left in the
'buggy,' hot early afternoon after the decent morning push of raptors
stopped. Then about 2:30pm DST, approximately 1450 Broadwings migrated in
about 90 minutes. The good news is there are more to come I suspect, so
get to it folks over the next two days if you can!!
Lots of eagles flying in groups of 2’s, 3’s, and 4’s on the north
side while hundreds of Brooadwings were streaming overhead on the south
slopes and all of this occurred with just the counter and two extremely
helpful observers (Ed Sinkler and Bob Astleford) left late in the day. This
was a day of great conversations and no birds in the morning, and lots of
frantic system overload behaviors with over 1500 raptors in all quadrants
of a big blue sky late in the afternoon. Most raptors I have seen in one
day at BOK, very cool!!
Non-raptor Observations:
Five Hummingbirds, 10 Monarchs, two Black throated Green warblers, a female
Scarlet Tanagers, two Ravens. Worst day for Lantern flies EVER, made it
really tough to see kettles until later in the day.
Predictions:
Sunshine and clouds mixed . A 20% chance of a rain shower. High 82F,
winds are forecasted WNW at 5 to 10 mph.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>)
Bake Oven Knob information may be found at:
www.lgnc.org
Date: 9/15/19 6:38 pm From: Ann Pettigrew <rook185...> Subject: Re: Bill Deformity - Downy Woodpecker
Thanks, Paul!
Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
York, PA
<rook185...>
www.pbase.com/rook185
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
> On Sep 15, 2019, at 11:40 AM, DNADEB <dsg4...> wrote:
>
> Paul Hess wrote a good article on this for PA Birds vol 32 issue 4. Fall issue.
>
> Deb G
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Sep 14, 2019, at 11:55 AM, Ann Pettigrew <rook185...> wrote:
>>
>> I have a Downy trying to feed by turning its head to the side to pick up seed. At first I thought it had a twig in its mouth. Turns out it has a malocclusion and the upper beak is probably at least an inch long and curved off to the right side while the lower is shorter but curved off to the left. Frankly,I am amazed that it has survived this long. Has anyone else seen this?
>>
>> In practice, we would see it in rodents, rabbits, and occasionally, birds, and would trim the teeth or beak back to allow the animals to eat then repeat the process as needed. I cannot imagine this poor little guy surviving through winter.
>>
>> Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
>> York, PA
>> <rook185...>
>> www.pbase.com/rook185
>>
>> “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
>> ― Mahatma Gandhi
>>
>> "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
>
Date: 9/15/19 6:38 pm From: Ann Pettigrew <rook185...> Subject: Re: Bill Deformity - Downy Woodpecker
Thanks so much, Scott! This bird was working really hard to try to eat and he looked very disheveled, I imagine because he is unable to preen. He had some cream colored lesions at the base of the bill that reminded me of pox.
I wanted to get a photo but as the downy was right outside from where I was sitting I knew it would fly the instant I stood up especially because all three dogs would have jumped up as well. I did not seem him today but am keeping the feeders full in case he comes back.
Thanks again and have a good night.
Best regards,
Ann
Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
York, PA
<rook185...>
www.pbase.com/rook185
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
> On Sep 15, 2019, at 7:39 AM, Scott Weidensaul <000001343b2dd726-dmarc-request...> wrote:
>
> Ann and Al,
>
> This is avian keratin disorder (AKD), first noted mostly among chickadees in Alaska in the 1990s and now found throughout North America in a wide variety of birds. The keratin sheathe that covers the bone core of the upper and lower mandibles begins growing in an unnaturally rapid manner, creating crossed or abnormally long beaks. The affected birds, understandably, have trouble preening and feeding, and have higher mortality rates as a result (though some survive and even breed).
>
> The exact cause of AKD has long been a mystery, with investigations into parasites, environmental toxins and nutritional problems leading nowhere. Increasingly, scientists believe it is connected to a newly identified virus, Poecivirus, although it remains unknown if the virus causes the deformity directly or if the latter is merely associated with it in some way.
>
> Anyone wanting a deep dive into this subject can read the USGS’s web page devoted to the issue, at:
>
> https://www.usgs.gov/centers/asc/science/beak-deformities-landbirds?qt-science_center_objects=0#qt-science_center_objects >
> Hope this helps,
>
> Scott Weidensaul
> Milton, NH (formerly Schuylkill County)
>
>
>
>> On Sep 14, 2019, at 3:41 PM, Ann Pettigrew <rook185...> wrote:
>>
>> Albert,
>>
>> Did it survive for a while?
>>
>> Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
>> York, PA
>> <rook185...>
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Sep 14, 2019, at 12:02 PM, Albert Guarente <owlguarente...> wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>> I have seen a meadowlark in Paton's yard in Arizona that had a 4 inch long upper bill that was curved down and a regular sized lower. It would feed on the ground picking up seeds as your Downy does by tilting the head sideways. It was quite the spectacle.
>>>
>>> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
>>>
>>> On Sat, Sep 14, 2019 at 11:55 AM, Ann Pettigrew
>>> <rook185...> wrote:
>>> I have a Downy trying to feed by turning its head to the side to pick up seed. At first I thought it had a twig in its mouth. Turns out it has a malocclusion and the upper beak is probably at least an inch long and curved off to the right side while the lower is shorter but curved off to the left. Frankly,I am amazed that it has survived this long. Has anyone else seen this?
>>>
>>> In practice, we would see it in rodents, rabbits, and occasionally, birds, and would trim the teeth or beak back to allow the animals to eat then repeat the process as needed. I cannot imagine this poor little guy surviving through winter.
>>>
>>> Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
>>> York, PA
>>> <rook185...>
>>> www.pbase.com/rook185
>>>
>>> “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
>>> ― Mahatma Gandhi
>>>
>>> "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
Date: 9/15/19 6:07 pm From: Lewis Crowell <ltcjac...> Subject: 1) Correction and 2) (OT) question about tree deaths
Yesterday I posted result of birding at SBL 63 which I later found had an error. Date was 9/_14_/19 not 9/4/19
(The following is related but off topic )
What is going on with all the dead oaks in this Game Land?? Over the past few years I have noticed considerable decline here in the overall vigor of Shingle Oaks. Since this species is east of its normal range, I (hopefully) thought this increased their susceptibility to pathogens. But this year the the Shingle Oak decline really took off, leading to many dead trees. Even young ones were affected. More worrisome has been the recent widespread of mortality of the White Oaks. Even if the offending insect or fungus is identified, why are the White oaks showing so little resistance? Also extensive tracts of hawthorn (Crataeugs sp) have succumbed over the past years. As a frequent visitor of ths SGL over the past 10 years, I hope my observations can be of help.
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 15, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Dave Schwenk
Observers:
Visitors: 20+. Observers included Gary LaBelle. Mike & Linda McKinne, Tom & Gayle McKinne, Jay & Shirley George, Tom Kurtz, Nancy Clupper, Mike Dale. Joan Renninger
Weather: Light NW wind under mostly killer blue skies, some clouds from mid PM on. Temps 70-79
Raptor Observations: a near record 18 BE's, 6 Juv's, 12 adults. BW's included kettles of 152, 94 & 75. with 30 low flying and hard flapping at day's end..
Non-raptor Observations: 4 Ravens, Red Bellied WP, 2 hummers For those who have been concerned about the condition of our access road on the mountain, be advised that all is now good, recent improvements have made the road as good as it's ever been. Come up and see!!
Predictions: Like today? ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Observation start time: 07:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Bob Stewart
Observers: Adam Katrancha, Brian Wargo, Dave Poder, Ed Gowarty,Sr, Florence Pyle, Greg Gdula, Jack Julian, Jim Rocco, Rich Jones, Ronda Barnett, Rosemary McGlynn, Sandy Cline
Visitors: approximately 45- including Ron & Lori Baker from Cleveland, Oh, Jeanine Ging, Meadow and Theo Ging-Wargo, Sandy & Bill Cline.
Weather: Very pleasant warm day with clear visibility. Almost all blue sky in AM increasing to 15% cloud cover late in day. Winds out of the west aver velocity 3-4 mph.
An interesting interaction between 2 bald eagles and an osprey at 3:04 PM EST. An eagle was relentlessly attacking an osprey carrying a fish. After several brushed and or close flybyes, the osprey dropped the fish. The second eagle was lower and dove after the falling fish. The incident closed with no fish recovery as it fell unclaimed to the ground below.
Predictions: High of 79 degrees; Winds out of the west at 5-10 mph. Clouds and breaks of sun. Expect many more broad-winged hawks. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Stewart (<bob...>)
Non-raptor Observations: 15 species of warblers, over 250 flying over in fog that were identified, blue-headed, Philadelphia and red-eyed vireos, 6 common nighthawks ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
I am using Comcast and most, if not all, of my Hawkwatch reports end up in my Junk Folder. I just move them to my Inbox.
Ron Burkert
> On September 12, 2019 at 3:05 PM Gary Robson <garyrobson...> wrote:
>
>
> After reading these comments, I wonder if Comcast may be filtering the hawkwatch emails?
> Is there anyone else that uses Comcast that is not receiving the hawkwatch reports?
> Can someone send me the most recent 2nd Mountain Hawkwatch report?
>
> Go Army, beat Navy.
>
> > On Sep 12, 2019, at 2:34 PM, Laura & Mike Jackson <jacksonlaura73...> wrote:
> >
> > I second the suggestion to get a free gmail account. My other internet provider was blocking various group emails, including PABirds. No problems after I switched to gmail.
> >
> > Laura Jackson
> > Bedford Co.
> >
> >> On Sep 12, 2019, at 2:30 PM, Kathy <000000e8ead06b9c-dmarc-request...> wrote:
> >>
> >> It’s usually a problem with the internet provider though they will deny its their problem. PTD blocked Pabirds for a while. They also blocked my Netflix and a financial institution emails plus my local library. I didn’t realize it was happening until I got a letter from the financial institution.
> >> Try using a gmail email address.
> >>
> >>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 1:59 PM, Mary Ann Pike <mapike...> <mailto:<mapike...>> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast
> >>> subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as
> >>> spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you
> >>> have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at
> >>> times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam
> >>> filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me
> >>> from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my
> >>> email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my
> >>> shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to
> >>> get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
> >>>
> >>> Mary Ann
> >>>
> >>>> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated
> >>>> also
> >>>>
> >>>> <Grayjay174...> <mailto:<Grayjay174...> > >>>>
> >>>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>>
> >>>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...> <mailto:<garyrobson...>> > >>>>> wrote:
> >>>>>
> >>>>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I
> >>>>> get reinstated to receive the reports?
> >>>>> Gary Robson
> >>>>> Lebanon County
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Go Army, beat Navy.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Wolfgang, Fred Paley, Ken Orvis, Randy Phillips
Observers: Alice Frick, Andrew Wolfgang, Barry, Bernie Frick, Chad Erhardt, Chuck Kling, Craig McCoy, Deb, Dennis Weaver, Jim Wendt, Ken Orvis, Mindy , Mr.& Mrs Sankovich, Randy Phillips
Visitors: 18
Weather: Clear skies with a high of 27C and a light NW wind for the entire count period. Visibility was good about 16 km.
Raptor Observations: Kettles of Broad-winged Hawks ranging in size from 125+ to 20 birds. Most kettles were between 50-60 birds. A nice variety of raptors viewed from the lookout today.
Non-raptor Observations: Double-crested Cormorant-5 Ring-billed Gull-1 Common Nighthawk-12 various warbler species
please view A. Wolfgang's ebird checklist from Rocky Ridge for photos of large BW kettles and other observations from the watch on 9.15.2019.
Predictions: Tomorrow should be just as good for BWs. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Wolfgang (<a19wolfgang...>)
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 15, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 1 1 1 TV 0 0 0 OS 16 100 117 BE 25 80 123 NH 2 12 15 SS 51 147 153 CH 7 20 25 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 1412 2123 2225 RT 18 94 150 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 6 25 33 ML 5 6 6 PG 0 5 6 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 4 5 UF 1 1 1 UE 0 0 0 UR 5 8 9
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:15:00 Total observation time: 10 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano
Observers: Carolyn Hoffman, Dave Grove, Deb Gingrich, Gene Wagner, Joe Kelly, Joe Yoder, Karena Johnson, Meredith Lombard, Tim Johnson
Visitors: Cindy and Craig Dunn, Ann Grove, Sara and Steve Nicholas, Big Joe, 70
Weather: Mostly clear, moderate to light NNW winds all day.
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 11:00, 11:16, 12:20, 2:15, 2:59, (2) 4:08 BE WB 10:33, 11:24, 2:15, 2:25 BE 4TH 4:10 BE AD 11:00, 11:13, 12:20, 1:04, 1:53, 1:56, 1:58, 3:01, 3:02, 4:35 BE UNAGED 12:34 First bird BW 7:52 Last bird NH 5:08
1,1016 BW in the last hour. Lift off tomorrow highly likely.
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 78 Hummers 18 11 Common Nighthawks 142 European Starling in the last 45 minutes. Copperhead (snake) coiled under the rocks at the watch. Second observation of a white admiral (butterfly) this season (first season they've been observed). ======================================================================== Report submitted by () Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/15/19 3:12 pm From: Jerry McWilliams <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County birds of note
The following birds of note were reported from Presque Isle S.P., Pa. this past week. A Willet was at beach 9 on Sept. 13 as well as a Red Knot. Two Whimbrel were at Gull Point on Sept. 12. Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
Date: 9/15/19 8:41 am From: DNADEB <dsg4...> Subject: Re: Bill Deformity - Downy Woodpecker
Paul Hess wrote a good article on this for PA Birds vol 32 issue 4. Fall issue.
Deb G
Sent from my iPhone
> On Sep 14, 2019, at 11:55 AM, Ann Pettigrew <rook185...> wrote:
>
> I have a Downy trying to feed by turning its head to the side to pick up seed. At first I thought it had a twig in its mouth. Turns out it has a malocclusion and the upper beak is probably at least an inch long and curved off to the right side while the lower is shorter but curved off to the left. Frankly,I am amazed that it has survived this long. Has anyone else seen this?
>
> In practice, we would see it in rodents, rabbits, and occasionally, birds, and would trim the teeth or beak back to allow the animals to eat then repeat the process as needed. I cannot imagine this poor little guy surviving through winter.
>
> Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
> York, PA
> <rook185...>
> www.pbase.com/rook185
>
> “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
> ― Mahatma Gandhi
>
> "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
Date: 9/15/19 6:36 am From: linda & bill franz <00000021c311e447-dmarc-request...> Subject: Chimney Swifts - Cumberland County
Had a swirling flock of at least twenty chimney swifts above ourbackyard early Saturday evening. The chatteringflock seemed to be moving slowly to the southeast. To add to the fun there were a similar numberof green darner dragon flies swirling just above ground level at the sametime. It was a really nice migration happening.Bill Franz / Newville
Date: 9/15/19 4:39 am From: Scott Weidensaul <000001343b2dd726-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: Bill Deformity - Downy Woodpecker
Ann and Al,
This is avian keratin disorder (AKD), first noted mostly among chickadees in Alaska in the 1990s and now found throughout North America in a wide variety of birds. The keratin sheathe that covers the bone core of the upper and lower mandibles begins growing in an unnaturally rapid manner, creating crossed or abnormally long beaks. The affected birds, understandably, have trouble preening and feeding, and have higher mortality rates as a result (though some survive and even breed).
The exact cause of AKD has long been a mystery, with investigations into parasites, environmental toxins and nutritional problems leading nowhere. Increasingly, scientists believe it is connected to a newly identified virus, Poecivirus, although it remains unknown if the virus causes the deformity directly or if the latter is merely associated with it in some way.
Anyone wanting a deep dive into this subject can read the USGS’s web page devoted to the issue, at:
Scott Weidensaul
Milton, NH (formerly Schuylkill County)
> On Sep 14, 2019, at 3:41 PM, Ann Pettigrew <rook185...> wrote:
>
> Albert,
>
> Did it survive for a while?
>
> Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
> York, PA
> <rook185...>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Sep 14, 2019, at 12:02 PM, Albert Guarente <owlguarente...> wrote:
>>
>>
>> I have seen a meadowlark in Paton's yard in Arizona that had a 4 inch long upper bill that was curved down and a regular sized lower. It would feed on the ground picking up seeds as your Downy does by tilting the head sideways. It was quite the spectacle.
>>
>> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
>>
>> On Sat, Sep 14, 2019 at 11:55 AM, Ann Pettigrew
>> <rook185...> wrote:
>> I have a Downy trying to feed by turning its head to the side to pick up seed. At first I thought it had a twig in its mouth. Turns out it has a malocclusion and the upper beak is probably at least an inch long and curved off to the right side while the lower is shorter but curved off to the left. Frankly,I am amazed that it has survived this long. Has anyone else seen this?
>>
>> In practice, we would see it in rodents, rabbits, and occasionally, birds, and would trim the teeth or beak back to allow the animals to eat then repeat the process as needed. I cannot imagine this poor little guy surviving through winter.
>>
>> Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
>> York, PA
>> <rook185...>
>> www.pbase.com/rook185
>>
>> “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
>> ― Mahatma Gandhi
>>
>> "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
Date: 9/14/19 8:17 pm From: Lewis Crowell <ltcjac...> Subject: SBL 53 Shippenville,Clarion County
Location: SGL 63 going E from Roberts Road parking lot to vicinity of Deer Creek 9/4/19 from 2:45 to 5:20PM Temp: lower70's Clear skies with W to WNW winds around 10 mph
After a slow start, migratory bird activity picked up nicely. Short sight times coupled with sheer distance, led to many missed ID's. However luck went my way when about 8 warbler species descended on two trees at eye level. After then (about 4:30 ) overall bird activity picked up throughout
Species found Turkey Vulture - 15 plus Red-Tailed Hawk 1 Ruffed Grouse 1 (Heard only) Hairy Woodpecker2 Downy Woodpecker 1 Pileated Woodpecker (heard) 3 Red-Bellied Woodpecker 1 (heard) Eastern Phoebe 1 Empidonax sp. 1 Red-Eyed Vireo 1 Am Crow 5 Blue Jay - 10+ B-C Chickadee 8 W-B- Nuthatch 3 Tufted Titmouse 2 American Robin 10 plus Cedar Waxwing 10 plus 10 species of warbler: Magnolia Warbler 1 B.T. Green Warbler 4 Blackpoll Warbler 1 Common Yellowthroat 10 Bay-Breasted Warbler 1 (doubtful; may have been a Blackpoll with minute amount of rust on side) Yellow Throated Warbler 1 (Poor view- ID based on yellow throat, and habit of creeping up tree branches) Black and White Warbler 1 American Redstart 1 Wilson's Warbler 1 Hooded Warbler 1 Scarlet Tanager 1 Song Sparrow 1 Field Sparrow 1 Chipping Sparrow 1 Red-WInged Blackbird 4 American Goldfinch 10
Lewis Crowell East Aurora, NY Special thanks for Jennifer Crowell and Black Caped Chickadees for their assistance in spotting
Date: 9/14/19 8:03 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (14 Sep 2019) 9 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 14, 2019
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Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Adam Bartles, Gerry Teig
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (3): Gerry Teig, Adam Bartles
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (24) and Turkey Vultures (43).
<BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]: [PLEASE NOTE: On September 12,
I sent out the new large weekly “blog” and hotline in my new format -
a newsletter. This is NOT THESE reports you get from HawkCount. Rather,
it’s the newsletter from EBNT, with our upcoming schedule and the County
year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and are a regular
subscriber, look in your spam – a few servers send it there. [go
figure-lol] If you enjoy “the blog,” featuring the county species
list, and it ended up in your spam, you’ll have to follow your
provider’s method of “whitelisting” it, marking it as “not spam”
or it will always go there. It usually comes out every Thursday.
<BR><BR>
Warbler Meadow held a few warblers this morning, but certainly not much. I
had American Redstarts, Black-and-white Warblers, Ovenbird, Canada
Warblers, and not much else today.
<BR><BR>
A Mink scurried across the trail mere feet away. Later, a Merlin flashed
by heading in the “wrong” direction. Adam arrived and we decided to
give the meadows another try, adding Black-throated Blue Warbler.
<BR><BR>
The sky was heavily overcast all day with winds wrong for good migration to
occur and we are getting close to prime time. Expect the numbers to go way
up with the next day with good thermals and a northerly wind.
<BR><BR>
After a dismal day at the watch, I quickly checked New Garden WTP.
Killdeer, Spotted Sandpiper, Lesser Yellowlegs and Wood Ducks were there.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Brown Thrasher, Veery, American Redstarts, Black-and-white Warblers,
Black-throated Blue Warbler, Ovenbird, Canada Warblers, Bobolinks, and Blue
Grosbeaks
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (11): Monarch - 20, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary, Cloudless Sulphur. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black
Saddlebags, Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals
(4): Mink, Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer.
<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: 5.55; Steps:
13,020; Floors: 23.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 56; this season:
95
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (00):”
none.
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks changeable with clouds and rain very early
becoming mostly sunny with favorable winds. I've seen such days have nice
flights right after the weather broke.
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Chris Pugliese, Curt Calafut
Observers:
Weather: Mostly cloudy with Temperatures in the 70's F and SW winds
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Times of clouds and sun, possible showers in the morning then getting less humid. Temperatures in the low 80's and winds NNW 6-8 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Date: 9/14/19 5:14 pm From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Allegheny Co. - Hilltop Park Nighthawk Watch wrap-up
All,
I went up to the park to try to count last night (Friday the 13th), but 10+ mph south winds do nothing for fall migration...
Red-tailed Hawk - 3
Cooper's Hawk - 3 flying together, 2 returning. Suspect it could be local family group
Chimney Swift - 12
Cedar Waxwing - 17
European Starling - 208, including a group of 100
Common Grackle - 56
Turkey Vulture - 1
No nighthawks.
Tonight, I went back just to see if the west wind set things right, and there was less than last night. Only stayed 1/2 hour:
European Starling - 483, including a group of 350
Chimney Swift - 4
Cooper's Hawk - 1 local
Common Grackle - 9
Cedar Waxwing - 10
Had a few Green Darners, one Monarch.
Total nighthawks over 15 nights - 541.
Hopefully I can keep this going next year, and start earlier.
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 14, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 14:45:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Tom Kurtz
Observers: Andy Francis, Linda McKinne, Nancy Clupper, Tom McKinne
Visitors: 5 casual visitors
Weather: 100% cloud cover all day, temperature low to mid 60's, wind light from the S, SE, and SW, with occasional brief drizzle or showers. Visibility good.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Wave of about 30 warblers noted were black and white, black throated green, magnolia, chestnut-sided, immature blackburnian, Nashville, and Tennessee. Also discovered was a bright yellow spider identified as a crab spider. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Brian M. Wargo
Observers: Deb Bodenschatz, Ed Gowarty,Jr., Jack Julian, Jeanine Ging, Rich Jones
Visitors:
Jack Gilbert, Jon S., and three others.
Weather: Fogged in most of the morning. Turned partly sunny by late afternoon. Southeast wind turning west by the end of the day. Nice day other than the fog!
Raptor Observations: Bald Eagles: 4:01 Adult; 4:02 Sub I; 4:05 Sub II Female Harrier did not pass south. Red-tailed Hawk did not pass south
Non-raptor Observations: Blue Jays, Ravens, Crows, Titmouse, Goldfinch, Chickadee, Carolina Wren, Chimney Swift, Northern Flicker, Cedar Waxwings, Downy Woodpecker
210 Dragonflies
4 Red-spotted Purple, 1 Orange Sulfur, 5 Black Swallowtails, American Copper, Clouded Sulfur 2 Hummingbirds
Predictions: Sunny with a west wind. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Brian M. Wargo (<brianwargo...>)
Observation start time: 05:45:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 9.25 hours
Compiler: Bracken Brown, David Barber, Phil Campbell
Counters: Bracken Brown, Phil Campbell
Weather: Overcast/ rain showers in afternoon Wind from south 0-8mph
Raptor Observations: Slow day due to low ceiling, migrant TY bald eagle 12:48. Distant vies of a peregrine falcon in the kempton valley
Non-raptor Observations: Large tree swallow flight today. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 14, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 7 84 101 BE 0 55 98 NH 0 10 13 SS 3 96 102 CH 0 13 18 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 1 711 813 RT 1 76 132 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 0 19 27 ML 0 1 1 PG 0 5 6 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 4 5 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 3 4
Observation start time: 06:45:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 8.5 hours
Official Counter: Gene Wagner, Joe Kelly, Ron Freed
Observers: Carolyn Hoffman, Dave Grove, Gigi Gere, Joe Kelly, Jon Gere, Pat Freed
Visitors: Dave Fisher - 40
Weather: Mix of fog, low cloud ceiling, occasional drizzle and thunder to the north. Wind from the south.
Raptor Observations: First bird - SS 10:52 Last bird - SS 3:12
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs - 10 Hummers - 3 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Gene Wagner (<nate...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/14/19 1:33 pm From: drudy2 <00000019240c0ca1-dmarc-request...> Subject: Update from Ontario on Trumpeter on the Clarion River
Update received from Ontario this afternoon. T77 is a 2017 female. See report below. This makes 4 in this section of PA that I am aware of this summer. Deborah Rudy (Vacationing in Forest Cty, home:Dauphin Cty.) -------- Original message --------From: Ontario Team Subject: Re: T77 in PA FW: New Trumpeter Watch sighting from #TrumpeterWatch00393-091019 - Deborah Rudy
Hi Deborah, thanks for sending along your sighting report.
T77 is female that hatched in 2017 to K13 & 124. She was tagged/banded in January 2018 at LaSalle Park, Burlington, Ontario. .....
Date: 9/14/19 12:56 pm From: Bruce and Sherri Carl <000000e695e98431-dmarc-request...> Subject: "BIG SIT" 2019 - Lancaster County
***One month away until the annual "BIG SIT!!"
PA BIRDERS,
It is time to start thinking about being a participant in a "BIG SIT" close to you. Here in Lancaster County I will be at Middle Creek WMA for the day looking and listening for birds from before sunrise until late afternoon (see dates and information below). This will be the 6th year holding this event at this location and we have averaged right around (70) species each year with a composite list that currently stands at (106) species. So come out and join me as we count birds for a good cause!! You may stay as long as you wish and you can stop by anytime. Bring a chair, some snacks and a drink and dress for the weather. This a very popular area for bird watching and this location almost never disappoints when it comes to birds. There usually is a surprise to be found!!
Hope to see you there!!
Bruce A Carl
Akron, PA
Lancaster County
THE BIG SIT! 2019
With LCBC's own Bruce Carl
Saturday, October 12, 2019 - Pre-sunrise to late afternoon
Rain/bad weather date: Sunday, October 13, 2019
Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Up the hill on the Conservation Trail overlooking the Visitors Center
Bruce & Company have averaged (70) species during the last five "BIG SIT" Events. Funds raised during The "Big Sit" are used by LCBC to support Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area and the Club's Youth Scholarship Fund. Make a pledge amount per species identified or contribute a flat amount to the event. Be a part of Bruce's Company by stopping by to assist and visit.
What is "The Big Sit!"?
The Big Sit! is an annual, international, noncompetitive birding event hosted by Bird Watcher's Digest and founded by the New Haven (Connecticut) Bird Club. Bruce has established an ideal location at Middle Creek WMA offering him excellent views of a variety of habitats from within a 17-square foot diameter circle.
Anyone can stop by and help Bruce spot a bird or two. With your support of this program, the LCBC can help make an even bigger difference with additional funding of the LCBC Youth Scholarship Fund and increase LCBC's support of the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.
Lancaster County Bird Club is a 501(c)3 charity; your donation is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
Contributions in support of Bruce's Big Sit can be made any time before, during, or after the event. Please note "Big Sit" on your contribution. Make checks payable to Lancaster County Bird Club and send to:
Date: 9/14/19 12:41 pm From: Ann Pettigrew <rook185...> Subject: Re: Bill Deformity - Downy Woodpecker
Albert,
Did it survive for a while?
Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
York, PA
<rook185...>
Sent from my iPhone
> On Sep 14, 2019, at 12:02 PM, Albert Guarente <owlguarente...> wrote:
>
>
> I have seen a meadowlark in Paton's yard in Arizona that had a 4 inch long upper bill that was curved down and a regular sized lower. It would feed on the ground picking up seeds as your Downy does by tilting the head sideways. It was quite the spectacle.
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
>
> On Sat, Sep 14, 2019 at 11:55 AM, Ann Pettigrew
> <rook185...> wrote:
> I have a Downy trying to feed by turning its head to the side to pick up seed. At first I thought it had a twig in its mouth. Turns out it has a malocclusion and the upper beak is probably at least an inch long and curved off to the right side while the lower is shorter but curved off to the left. Frankly,I am amazed that it has survived this long. Has anyone else seen this?
>
> In practice, we would see it in rodents, rabbits, and occasionally, birds, and would trim the teeth or beak back to allow the animals to eat then repeat the process as needed. I cannot imagine this poor little guy surviving through winter.
>
> Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
> York, PA
> <rook185...>
> www.pbase.com/rook185
>
> “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
> ― Mahatma Gandhi
>
> "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
Date: 9/14/19 12:15 pm From: Bob Schutsky <info...> Subject: Common Mergansers, Southern Lancaster County
Dear PABirders,
Yesterday afternoon there were four female-plumaged Common Mergansers near the Peach Bottom Marina, near where Peter's Creek empties into the Susquehanna River. They were feeding on fish in the shallows of the creek, as was a Belted Kingfisher.
Take care, BOB SCHUTSKY
Web Site www.birdtreks.com -- BIRD TREKS--Quality North American Birding Tours 216 Spring Lane Peach Bottom, PA USA 17563-4008 VOICE 717-548-3303 CELL 717-572-0771 FAX 717-548-3327 E-MAIL <info...>
Date: 9/14/19 9:02 am From: Albert Guarente <0000005bfd76f698-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: Bill Deformity - Downy Woodpecker
I have seen a meadowlark in Paton's yard in Arizona that had a 4 inch long upper bill that was curved down and a regular sized lower. It would feed on the ground picking up seeds as your Downy does by tilting the head sideways. It was quite the spectacle.
Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
On Sat, Sep 14, 2019 at 11:55 AM, Ann Pettigrew<rook185...> wrote: I have a Downy trying to feed by turning its head to the side to pick up seed. At first I thought it had a twig in its mouth. Turns out it has a malocclusion and the upper beak is probably at least an inch long and curved off to the right side while the lower is shorter but curved off to the left. Frankly,I am amazed that it has survived this long. Has anyone else seen this?
In practice, we would see it in rodents, rabbits, and occasionally, birds, and would trim the teeth or beak back to allow the animals to eat then repeat the process as needed. I cannot imagine this poor little guy surviving through winter.
Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
York, PA
<rook185...>
www.pbase.com/rook185
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
Date: 9/14/19 8:55 am From: Ann Pettigrew <rook185...> Subject: Bill Deformity - Downy Woodpecker
I have a Downy trying to feed by turning its head to the side to pick up seed. At first I thought it had a twig in its mouth. Turns out it has a malocclusion and the upper beak is probably at least an inch long and curved off to the right side while the lower is shorter but curved off to the left. Frankly,I am amazed that it has survived this long. Has anyone else seen this?
In practice, we would see it in rodents, rabbits, and occasionally, birds, and would trim the teeth or beak back to allow the animals to eat then repeat the process as needed. I cannot imagine this poor little guy surviving through winter.
Ann C. Pettigrew, V.M.D.
York, PA
<rook185...>
www.pbase.com/rook185
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir.
Date: 9/14/19 8:28 am From: Douglas Filler <0000012c09e09177-dmarc-request...> Subject: Silver Lake in Bucks co.
The following were seen on the morning bird walk from the Sliver Lake Nature Center located in Bristol Pa.
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center, Bucks, Pennsylvania, US
Date: 9/14/19 1:55 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (13 Sep 2019) 19 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 13, 2019
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers:
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (11): Nikki Flood, Scott Stollery, Hank Davis, Mike Gardner, Carol
Majors, Jeff Wahl, Kelley Nunn, Hannah Greenberg, Gerry Teig, Beaty
Broughton
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 5-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (57) and Turkey Vultures (54).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]: [PLEASE NOTE: On September 12,
I sent out the new large weekly “blog” and hotline in my new format -
a newsletter. This is NOT THESE reports you get from HawkCount. Rather,
it’s the newsletter from EBNT, with our upcoming schedule and the County
year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and are a regular
subscriber, look in your spam – a few servers send it there. [go
figure-lol] If you enjoy “the blog,” featuring the county species
list, and it ended up in your spam, you’ll have to follow your
provider’s method of “whitelisting” it, marking it as “not spam”
or it will always go there. It usually comes out every Thursday.
<BR><BR>
This morning we had another pre-hawk watch walk set up at Bucktoe, going to
“Warbler Meadow.” We thought last night’s cold front would have
brought with it an influx of passerine migrants, but it was not to be. A
bunch of us found Broad-winged Hawk, Merlin, White-eyed Vireo, Veery,
Brown Thrasher, Ovenbirds, American Redstarts, Blue-winged Warbler,
Black-and-white Warblers, Northern Parula, Magnolia Warbler, Black-throated
Blue Warblers, Bobolinks, and a Rose-breasted Grosbeak, but the numbers and
variety was not what I expected.
<BR><BR>
My thanks to Beaty who stood at the hawk watch until our return. The
raptor flight was slow, as well. This weather front was a bust, at least
here and thus far. Maybe “our birds” will be a day late.
<BR><BR>
I visited New Garden WTP after leaving Bucktoe. There were Wood Ducks,
Ring-neked Duck, and Lesser Yellowlegs. Also visiting the Polo Fields, I
saw only 30 Killdeer.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Great Blue Herons, Barred Owl, White-eyed Vireo, Veery, American Redstarts,
Blue-winged Warbler, Black-and-white Warblers, Ovenbirds, Northern Parula,
Magnolia Warbler, Black-throated Blue Warblers, Bobolinks, Rose-breasted
Grosbeak, and Blue Grosbeak
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (1): Monarch - 3. Dragonflies (0).
Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (2): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray
Squirrel.
<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: 5.28; Steps:
12,398; Floors: 81.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 63; this season:
95
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):”
Mallard and Rose-breasted Grosbeak.
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks overcast with a shower, but possibly not a total
washout. Expect accipiters, at least.
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 13, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Sue Cooper
Observers: Jeff Hook, Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: 2 people & 2 vehicles
Weather: 100%CLCV, 57F-64F, winds 5-13mph ESE/ENE
Raptor Observations: 1ABE, 2-IBE 7 ospreys
Non-raptor Observations: Monarch Butterflies- 12 31 black vultures & 51 turkey vultures Swifts and swallows galore, Carolina wrens, American Goldfinches and Cedar Waxwings 22
Predictions: Warmer, partly cloudy with winds 5-10 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Non-raptor Observations: Most warblers flying over in the fog but we did see Nashville, n. parula, chestnut-sided, magnolia, cape may, black-throated blue, black-throated green, blackburnian, bay-breasted, black-and-white, and Am. redstart, large flock of ~1500 common grackles ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 13, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Fritz Brock, Jeff Hopkins, Rich Rehrig, Rick Gaeta
Visitors: Additional qualified observers: Scott Keys, Rob Keith, Barry Reed
Weather: Cloud cover persisted at 100% all day while clear visibility was reduced from 5 to 4 miles in the afternoon. Winds were steady from the SE with gusts upwards of 12 mph. Temperatures ranged from 56-69F.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagle: 1427a Peregrine: 1444a
Non-raptor Observations: 9 ravens and 3 hummingbirds.
Predictions: A chance of showers, mainly after 10am. Cloudy, with a high near 73. South wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Bob Kelly
Observers: Alan Simon, Judy Mayer, Liam Hart, Rob Fergus
Visitors: Walter, Hiroshi
Weather: Cloudy and cool, but no rain. Winds mostly out of the east
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: 1 Wood Duck and 4 Common Nighthawks
Predictions: Mostly Cloudy, more humid, Temperatures in the upper 70's winds mostly from the south 7 to 10 mph. If the sun breaks, we may get birds bottled up by today's cloudy weather ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 13, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 5 77 94 BE 2 55 98 NH 0 10 13 SS 1 93 99 CH 0 13 18 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 3 710 812 RT 0 75 131 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 0 19 27 ML 0 1 1 PG 1 5 6 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 4 5 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 3 4
Observation start time: 11:00:00 Observation end time: 14:30:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove
Observers:
Visitors: Mary Ellen, 4
Weather: Fog and drizzle lifted at 11 returned at 2:30. Moderate SE Wind
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 1:23 BE AD 1:51 PG UNAGED 1:41
First bird OS 11:07 Last bird OS 2:04
Non-raptor Observations: Hummer 1 ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/13/19 11:44 am From: Deb R. <00000019240c0ca1-dmarc-request...> Subject: Forest County, Trumpeter Swan, Clarion River, below Clarington
I reported the T77 Trumpeter swan on the Clarion River, as seen from River Road below Clarington, PA last Saturday to the Trumpeter Swan Society reporting site and sent a photo. I heard back from the Executer Director yesterday that a nesting pair was reported downriver last year and had their yearling still with them this year. She was excited to learn that another swan had been spotted.
This one was most likely a non-breeding swan. It is an Ontario wing tag (yellow). I did not see a leg band despite the clarity of the water. The next day, while 2 of us were kayaking the same stretch of water from Clarington to Cooksburg, 10 river miles, the swan was not seen.
I am waiting for the Ontario tagger to contact me, to learn the origin of the swan.
Will post to this list when he/she responds.
Deborah Rudy(Was on vacation in Cook Forest)Home: Dauphin County, PA
Putting <reports...> in your contact list should solve this problem.
Sue Schmoyer
Kutztown, Berks Co.
Sent from my iPad
> On Sep 12, 2019, at 7:56 PM, Rudy Keller <rckeller...> wrote:
>
> I recently switched from an older version of windows mail to windows livemail when I got a new computer. All the hawkcount reports come in, but many are in junk mail, so I have to specify that they're not junk. They're then moved to the inbox. Yeah, it's annoying.
> Rudy Keller
>
> -----Original Message----- From: Deborah Grove
> Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2019 2:15 PM
> To: <PABIRDS...>
> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Hawkwatch report
>
> I have been receiving them all as well.
> Deb Grove
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Mary Ann Pike" <mapike...>
> To: "PABIRDS" <PABIRDS...>
> Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2019 1:59:53 PM
> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Hawkwatch report
>
> I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast
> subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as
> spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you
> have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at
> times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam
> filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me
> from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my
> email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my
> shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to
> get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
>
> Mary Ann
>
>> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated
>> also
>>
>> <Grayjay174...>
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I
>>> get reinstated to receive the reports?
>>> Gary Robson
>>> Lebanon County
>>>
>>> Go Army, beat Navy.
>>
>>
> --
> Deborah Grove
Date: 9/12/19 7:04 pm From: Randy Stringer <0000014328ddae02-dmarc-request...> Subject: Mercer County Migrants et al
Dear Birders,
I spent two mornings this week at Pensey Swamp which is near Volant Strips.
Each time offered at least 12 species of warblers and 60 species total.
The highlight today was a cooperative Connecticut Warbler. Also, all expected Vireo species were present. Had my first Swainson’s Thrush of the season and Yellow-bellied Flycatcher.
Monday’s highlight was a late Kentucky Warbler.
Three outings in the past week have produced 20 warbler species in NW Pa including a late Cerulean at Presque Isle State Park in Erie County on Saturday.
Shaner Road in Lawrence County featured a Baird’s Sandpiper on Monday.
Six Common Nighthawks were seen in Grove City on Tuesday evening.
Randy StringerGrove City, PA
There is a trumpeter swan being seen from last week through today on the Clarion River above Cooksburg at Cook Forest. It's around 2 miles or so up the River Rd from the intersection with RT 36. It has a yellow wing tag of T77. It has been reported but I have just seen the photos, not seen it myself. Pat Conway got good photos today and it should be visible in eBird also for a map.
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Wolfgang, Fred Paley
Observers: Jim Wendt, Jon Butcher
Visitors: 9
Weather: High temperature was 32 C at lookout 7-12 mph NW winds kept the counters cool during the count period. Cloud cover was near 75% and visibility was good.
Raptor Observations: Many local birds and a small number of migrants. 6 raptor species and many Black Vultures and Turkey Vultures viewed today. Nice look at two Kestrels late one was a female within a hundred yards of the lookout.
Non-raptor Observations: Common Raven-2 Ruby-throated Hummingbird-2 Chimney Swift -2 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Wolfgang (<a19wolfgang...>)
I recently switched from an older version of windows mail to windows
livemail when I got a new computer. All the hawkcount reports come in, but
many are in junk mail, so I have to specify that they're not junk. They're
then moved to the inbox. Yeah, it's annoying.
Rudy Keller
-----Original Message-----
From: Deborah Grove
Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2019 2:15 PM
To: <PABIRDS...>
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Hawkwatch report
I have been receiving them all as well.
Deb Grove
----- Original Message -----
From: "Mary Ann Pike" <mapike...>
To: "PABIRDS" <PABIRDS...>
Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2019 1:59:53 PM
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Hawkwatch report
I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast
subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as
spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you
have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at
times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam
filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me
from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my
email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my
shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to
get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
Mary Ann
> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated
> also
>
> <Grayjay174...>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...>
>> wrote:
>>
>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I
>> get reinstated to receive the reports?
>> Gary Robson
>> Lebanon County
>>
>> Go Army, beat Navy.
>
>
--
Deborah Grove
I have comcast and have been receiving all the hawkwatch reports.
Barry E. Blust
(from iPhone)
Glenmoore, PA
Chester County
"When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe."
-- John Muir
> On Sep 12, 2019, at 9:59 AM, Mary Ann Pike <mapike...> wrote:
>
> I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast
> subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as
> spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you
> have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at
> times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam
> filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me
> from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my
> email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my
> shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to
> get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
>
> Mary Ann
>
>> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated
>> also
>>
>> <Grayjay174...>
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I
>>> get reinstated to receive the reports?
>>> Gary Robson
>>> Lebanon County
>>>
>>> Go Army, beat Navy.
>>
>>
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 12, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Fred Wilcox
Observers: Mike Dale, Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: 2 interested in birding 2 for a hike
Weather: Very warm and humid. A light variable wind mostly from the north. Hazy, visibility fair. Everything from bright blue skies to heavy cloud cover. Light sprinkles in the afternoon
Watch ended at 2:00 duel to heat and approaching storm
Raptor Observations: Due to weather conditions raptors and vultures had difficulty gaining altitude.
Non-raptor Observations: 21 BV passing high overhead in tight kettle considered to be migrating and counted
4 monarchs 4 Spotted Lantern Fly
Predictions: Cloudy with a chance of drizzle ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
No eagles, however, we did have a very nice Four O'clock Rainbow over the valley just north of the point.
Predictions: Light rain morning possibly into afternoon, low clouds/fog into pm, cool near 60F, wind ESE 10-15 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Dave Poder (<avions...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Greg Grove
Observers: Ron Crandall
Visitors: One hiker
Weather: Valley fog and low, murky clouds in morning.West wind and pt cloudy afternoon.
Raptor Observations: Ad BE 1112, 1118, 1145 (2), 1352; Imm. 1335 2 AD BE not counted.
AK - one sex ND
Non-raptor Observations: 29 Monarchs
Barred Owl calling in mid-afternoon ======================================================================== Report submitted by Greg Grove (<gwg2...>)
Date: 9/12/19 3:19 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (12 Sep 2019) 10 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 12, 2019
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers:
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (8): Gerry Teig, Carol Majors, Ron Majors, Jeff Wahl, Jerry
Jeffers, John McNamara, Cloey Devlin
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 5-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (59) and Turkey Vultures (64).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]:
<BR><BR>
I had a special pre-hawk watch walk over to “Warbler Meadow” set up
this morning. On the way, I drove by the Polo Fields, seeing only 190
Killdeer.
<BR><BR>
Carol, Ron, and Gerry made it for the walk. Jeff, John, and Gerry arrived
after. Not much was seen today, with highlights of the walk being Prairie
Warbler, Blue-winged Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warblers, American Redstarts,
Magnolia Warbler, Black-and-white Warblers, and Black-throated Green
Warbler. Cloey arrived as I was leaving with some field guides for group
use. Thanks, Cloey. It was a beautiful sky with good winds and cloud
cover, but very few hawks using it today. A front is coming thru tonight,
so I expect all Hell to break loose tomorrow! At least for passerines.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Prairie Warbler, Blue-winged Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warblers, American
Redstarts, Magnolia Warbler, Black-and-white Warblers, Black-throated Green
Warbler, White-eyed Vireos, Brown Thrasher, Veery, Bobolinks, and Blue
Grosbeaks
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (10): Monarch - 22, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black Saddlebags,
Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (3): Eastern
Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer.
<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: 4.92; Steps:
11,543; Floors: 108.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 60; this season:
93
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):”
Veery and Prairie Warbler .
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks our cold front comes through with highs in the
upper 70's, cloudy with periods of rain. Might be good between the periods
and for passerines all day.
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 12, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 5 72 89 BE 2 53 96 NH 2 10 13 SS 38 92 98 CH 2 13 18 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 18 707 809 RT 3 75 131 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 4 19 27 ML 1 1 1 PG 1 4 5 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 4 5 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 3 4
Observation start time: 07:45:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 6.75 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Carolyn Hoffman, Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Joe Lavella, Jon Gere, Pat Freed, Ron Freed
Visitors: 5
Weather: Typical light haze, little cloud cover to almost complete cloud cover, W/NW winds, high humidity.
Raptor Observations: BE WB 10:30 BE AD 3:06 PG JUV 11:42 First bird SS 7:55 Last bird RT 3:15
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 23 Hummers 6 ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 12, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers:
Weather: Cloud cover ranged from 80-100% all day while clear visibility was limited to a max of 5 miles due to haze. Winds were primarily from the NW with gust ranging up to 7 mph. Temperatures ranged from 71-79F. The last two hours of the day had scattered showers.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: 3 hummingbirds and 2 ravens.
Predictions: Partly sunny, with a high near 67. East wind around 10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Bob Kelly, Dave Eberly
Observers: Al Guarente, Alan Simon, Bill Roache, Bob Kelly
Weather: Partly sunny and warm temperatures climbing to 90 F. Winds from the north and fairly strong
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: 4 Common Ravens today, we seem to be getting more raven sightings than Broadwing sightings, hope that changes soon
Predictions: Tomorrow will be Friday the 13th with a full moon, the last time that happens this century, so maybe it will change our luck for the better. Weather will be significantly cooler as a front is passing tonight giving us moderate East winds, a mixed cloud cover and lower humidity. ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Observation start time: 06:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 7.67 hours
Compiler: JF Therrien
Counters: Dan Stoner
Weather:
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
On 9/12/2019 3:05 PM, Gary Robson wrote: > After reading these comments, I wonder if Comcast may be filtering the hawkwatch emails? > Is there anyone else that uses Comcast that is not receiving the hawkwatch reports? > Can someone send me the most recent 2nd Mountain Hawkwatch report? > > Go Army, beat Navy. > >> On Sep 12, 2019, at 2:34 PM, Laura & Mike Jackson <jacksonlaura73...> wrote: >> >> I second the suggestion to get a free gmail account. My other internet provider was blocking various group emails, including PABirds. No problems after I switched to gmail. >> >> Laura Jackson >> Bedford Co. >> >>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 2:30 PM, Kathy <000000e8ead06b9c-dmarc-request...> wrote: >>> >>> It’s usually a problem with the internet provider though they will deny its their problem. PTD blocked Pabirds for a while. They also blocked my Netflix and a financial institution emails plus my local library. I didn’t realize it was happening until I got a letter from the financial institution. >>> Try using a gmail email address. >>> >>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 1:59 PM, Mary Ann Pike <mapike...> <mailto:<mapike...>> wrote: >>>> >>>> I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast >>>> subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as >>>> spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you >>>> have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at >>>> times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam >>>> filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me >>>> from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my >>>> email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my >>>> shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to >>>> get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices. >>>> >>>> Mary Ann >>>> >>>>> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated >>>>> also >>>>> >>>>> <Grayjay174...> <mailto:<Grayjay174...> >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>> >>>>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...> <mailto:<garyrobson...>> >>>>>> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I >>>>>> get reinstated to receive the reports? >>>>>> Gary Robson >>>>>> Lebanon County >>>>>> >>>>>> Go Army, beat Navy. -- ***See our new video https://youtu.be/3gyjkxmmFS4 *** ***Check us out on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kauffmaninsurance/
After reading these comments, I wonder if Comcast may be filtering the hawkwatch emails?
Is there anyone else that uses Comcast that is not receiving the hawkwatch reports?
Can someone send me the most recent 2nd Mountain Hawkwatch report?
Go Army, beat Navy.
> On Sep 12, 2019, at 2:34 PM, Laura & Mike Jackson <jacksonlaura73...> wrote:
>
> I second the suggestion to get a free gmail account. My other internet provider was blocking various group emails, including PABirds. No problems after I switched to gmail.
>
> Laura Jackson
> Bedford Co.
>
>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 2:30 PM, Kathy <000000e8ead06b9c-dmarc-request...> wrote:
>>
>> It’s usually a problem with the internet provider though they will deny its their problem. PTD blocked Pabirds for a while. They also blocked my Netflix and a financial institution emails plus my local library. I didn’t realize it was happening until I got a letter from the financial institution.
>> Try using a gmail email address.
>>
>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 1:59 PM, Mary Ann Pike <mapike...> <mailto:<mapike...>> wrote:
>>>
>>> I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast
>>> subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as
>>> spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you
>>> have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at
>>> times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam
>>> filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me
>>> from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my
>>> email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my
>>> shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to
>>> get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
>>>
>>> Mary Ann
>>>
>>>> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated
>>>> also
>>>>
>>>> <Grayjay174...> <mailto:<Grayjay174...> >>>>
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>>
>>>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...> <mailto:<garyrobson...>> >>>>> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I
>>>>> get reinstated to receive the reports?
>>>>> Gary Robson
>>>>> Lebanon County
>>>>>
>>>>> Go Army, beat Navy.
Date: 9/12/19 11:34 am From: Laura & Mike Jackson <jacksonlaura73...> Subject: Re: Hawkwatch report
I second the suggestion to get a free gmail account. My other internet provider was blocking various group emails, including PABirds. No problems after I switched to gmail.
Laura Jackson
Bedford Co.
> On Sep 12, 2019, at 2:30 PM, Kathy <000000e8ead06b9c-dmarc-request...> wrote:
>
> It’s usually a problem with the internet provider though they will deny its their problem. PTD blocked Pabirds for a while. They also blocked my Netflix and a financial institution emails plus my local library. I didn’t realize it was happening until I got a letter from the financial institution.
> Try using a gmail email address.
>
>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 1:59 PM, Mary Ann Pike <mapike...> <mailto:<mapike...>> wrote:
>>
>> I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast
>> subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as
>> spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you
>> have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at
>> times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam
>> filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me
>> from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my
>> email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my
>> shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to
>> get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
>>
>> Mary Ann
>>
>>> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated
>>> also
>>>
>>> <Grayjay174...> <mailto:<Grayjay174...> >>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...> <mailto:<garyrobson...>> >>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I
>>>> get reinstated to receive the reports?
>>>> Gary Robson
>>>> Lebanon County
>>>>
>>>> Go Army, beat Navy.
It’s usually a problem with the internet provider though they will deny its their problem. PTD blocked Pabirds for a while. They also blocked my Netflix and a financial institution emails plus my local library. I didn’t realize it was happening until I got a letter from the financial institution.
Try using a gmail email address.
> On Sep 12, 2019, at 1:59 PM, Mary Ann Pike <mapike...> wrote:
>
> I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast
> subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as
> spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you
> have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at
> times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam
> filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me
> from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my
> email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my
> shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to
> get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
>
> Mary Ann
>
>> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated
>> also
>>
>> <Grayjay174...>
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I
>>> get reinstated to receive the reports?
>>> Gary Robson
>>> Lebanon County
>>>
>>> Go Army, beat Navy.
>>
>>
Date: 9/12/19 11:15 am From: Deborah Grove <dsg4...> Subject: Re: Hawkwatch report
I have been receiving them all as well.
Deb Grove
----- Original Message -----
From: "Mary Ann Pike" <mapike...>
To: "PABIRDS" <PABIRDS...>
Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2019 1:59:53 PM
Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Hawkwatch report
I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast
subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as
spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you
have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at
times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam
filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me
from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my
email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my
shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to
get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
Mary Ann
> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated
> also
>
> <Grayjay174...>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...>
>> wrote:
>>
>> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I
>> get reinstated to receive the reports?
>> Gary Robson
>> Lebanon County
>>
>> Go Army, beat Navy.
>
>
--
Deborah Grove
Date: 9/12/19 10:59 am From: Mary Ann Pike <mapike...> Subject: Re: Hawkwatch report
I am receiving all of the hawkwatch reports. I see you are both comcast subscribers. I would guess that comcast is filtering out the emails as spam, and there might not be anything you can do to get them, unless you have some type of control over your spam filters. I know that Earthlink at times has filtered out emails in such a way that I cannot even set my spam filters to allow them. For example, they stopped delivering messages to me from the postal service tracking my postal shipments. So I changed my email address with the postal service to a gmail address and now I get my shipment notifications at my gmail address. But there was no way for me to get earthlink to stop filtering out the postal service shipment notices.
Mary Ann
> I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated > also > > <Grayjay174...> > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...> >> wrote: >> >> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I >> get reinstated to receive the reports? >> Gary Robson >> Lebanon County >> >> Go Army, beat Navy. > >
Date: 9/12/19 10:09 am From: Joan Renninger <grayjay174...> Subject: Re: Hawkwatch report
I haven’t received reports either. I’d like to know how get reinstated also
<Grayjay174...>
Sent from my iPhone
> On Sep 12, 2019, at 10:37 AM, Gary Robson <garyrobson...> wrote:
>
> I have not received hawkwatch reports for over three weeks. How can I get reinstated to receive the reports?
> Gary Robson
> Lebanon County
>
> Go Army, beat Navy.
Date: 9/12/19 7:40 am From: Chad Kauffman <chadkauffman...> Subject: Re: Hawkwatch report
to the best of my knowledge, they are sent to the list that you subscribed
check your spam or filter or junk mail to see if they are being sent there
I get them all
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Date: 9/12/19 5:58 am From: jerry Kruth <00000005ead0dac6-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
Thanks everyone who has contributed; an interesting and related topic. Jerry Kruth
-----Original Message----- From: Michael Fialkovich <0000012b4af48ab0-dmarc-request...> To: PABIRDS <PABIRDS...> Sent: Thu, Sep 12, 2019 6:29 am Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
The local news here in Pittsburgh reported false precipitation returns on the weather radar that were caused by dragonflies. Mike FialkovichAllegheny County
-----Original Message----- From: tom and sheri <troberts2459...> To: PABIRDS <PABIRDS...> Sent: Wed, Sep 11, 2019 10:24 pm Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
Enormous migration in northern Somerset county. Family members reported dragonflies through Cresson. Over a 90 minute period watching, I estimate I observed between 2-3K. Most were moving from the west in an E-SE direction.
Tom Roberts Somerset County
-----Original Message----- From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania [mailto:<PABIRDS...>] On Behalf Of Laura Jackson Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 7:07 PM To: <PABIRDS...> Subject: [PABIRDS] Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
Here's an interesting article about the green darner dragonfly migration in full swing over Pa. right now:
Insect migration is globally ubiquitous and can involve continental-scale movements and complex life histories. Apart from select species of migratory moths and butterflies, little is known about the structure of the annual cycle for migratory insects. Using stable-hydrogen isotope analysis of 852 wing samples from eight countries spanning 140 years, combined with 21 years of citizen science data, we determined the full annual cycle of a large migratory dragonfly, the common green darner (*Anax junius*). We demonstrate that darners undertake complex long-distance annual migrations governed largely by temperature that involve at least three generations. In spring, the first generation makes a long-distance northbound movement (further than 650 km) from southern to northern range limits, lays eggs and dies. A second generation emerges and returns south (further than 680 km), where they lay eggs and die. Finally, a third resident generation emerges, reproducing locally and giving rise to the cohort that migrates north the following spring. Since migration timing and nymph development are highly dependent on temperature, continued climate change could lead to fundamental changes in the biology for this and similar migratory insects.
It's nice to know that migrating American kestrels can feast on these beauties.
Date: 9/12/19 5:29 am From: Michael Fialkovich <0000012b4af48ab0-dmarc-request...> Subject: Re: Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
The local news here in Pittsburgh reported false precipitation returns on the weather radar that were caused by dragonflies. Mike FialkovichAllegheny County
-----Original Message----- From: tom and sheri <troberts2459...> To: PABIRDS <PABIRDS...> Sent: Wed, Sep 11, 2019 10:24 pm Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
Enormous migration in northern Somerset county. Family members reported dragonflies through Cresson. Over a 90 minute period watching, I estimate I observed between 2-3K. Most were moving from the west in an E-SE direction.
Tom Roberts Somerset County
-----Original Message----- From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania [mailto:<PABIRDS...>] On Behalf Of Laura Jackson Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 7:07 PM To: <PABIRDS...> Subject: [PABIRDS] Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
Here's an interesting article about the green darner dragonfly migration in full swing over Pa. right now:
Insect migration is globally ubiquitous and can involve continental-scale movements and complex life histories. Apart from select species of migratory moths and butterflies, little is known about the structure of the annual cycle for migratory insects. Using stable-hydrogen isotope analysis of 852 wing samples from eight countries spanning 140 years, combined with 21 years of citizen science data, we determined the full annual cycle of a large migratory dragonfly, the common green darner (*Anax junius*). We demonstrate that darners undertake complex long-distance annual migrations governed largely by temperature that involve at least three generations. In spring, the first generation makes a long-distance northbound movement (further than 650 km) from southern to northern range limits, lays eggs and dies. A second generation emerges and returns south (further than 680 km), where they lay eggs and die. Finally, a third resident generation emerges, reproducing locally and giving rise to the cohort that migrates north the following spring. Since migration timing and nymph development are highly dependent on temperature, continued climate change could lead to fundamental changes in the biology for this and similar migratory insects.
It's nice to know that migrating American kestrels can feast on these beauties.
Date: 9/11/19 7:24 pm From: tom and sheri <troberts2459...> Subject: Re: Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
Enormous migration in northern Somerset county. Family members reported dragonflies through Cresson.
Over a 90 minute period watching, I estimate I observed between 2-3K.
Most were moving from the west in an E-SE direction.
Tom Roberts
Somerset County
-----Original Message-----
From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania [mailto:<PABIRDS...>] On Behalf Of Laura Jackson
Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 7:07 PM
To: <PABIRDS...>
Subject: [PABIRDS] Off-topic: Green darner dragonfly migration Bedford Co.
Here's an interesting article about the green darner dragonfly migration in full swing over Pa. right now:
Insect migration is globally ubiquitous and can involve continental-scale movements and complex life histories. Apart from select species of migratory moths and butterflies, little is known about the structure of the annual cycle for migratory insects. Using stable-hydrogen isotope analysis of 852 wing samples from eight countries spanning 140 years, combined with
21 years of citizen science data, we determined the full annual cycle of a large migratory dragonfly, the common green darner (*Anax junius*). We demonstrate that darners undertake complex long-distance annual migrations governed largely by temperature that involve at least three generations. In spring, the first generation makes a long-distance northbound movement (further than 650 km) from southern to northern range limits, lays eggs and dies. A second generation emerges and returns south (further than 680 km), where they lay eggs and die. Finally, a third resident generation emerges, reproducing locally and giving rise to the cohort that migrates north the following spring. Since migration timing and nymph development are highly dependent on temperature, continued climate change could lead to fundamental changes in the biology for this and similar migratory insects.
It's nice to know that migrating American kestrels can feast on these beauties.
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Bob Kelly
Observers: Alan Simon, Bill Cranny
Visitors: Bill Kemmerer
Weather: Partly sunny and warm with temperature climbing to 86F. Winds from the south and diminishing as the day progressed
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: 3 Common Ravens again, it looks like there may be a local family group
Predictions: Intervals of clouds and sun, with the possibility of showers. Temperatures into the upper 80's but the humidity will have it feeling much hotter ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Date: 9/11/19 6:21 pm From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Allegheny Co. - Hilltop Park Nighthawk Watch
All,
The Osprey didn't fly by tonight. I'm devastated... At least the 90 nighthawks made up for it.
I did talk to a man and woman tonight who were interested in seeing them, and they did indeed get to see a few passing by. The man said the Osprey hunts in his pond, catching fish occasionally.
The weather pattern that I thought might help, did. Unfortunately, I won't be there tomorrow night. Don't know about Friday yet, either.
Chimney Swift - 24+
Cedar Waxwing - 19+
Common Grackle - 196+, no really large groups
European Starling - 608+, including groups of 350 and 115
Red-tailed Hawk - 1 local
Nighthawks:
6:09 - 2 birds moving north to south just west of the park as I was driving in
6:22 - 8 birds moving north to south
6:25 - 1 bird moving north to south
6:27 - 7 birds moving north to south
6:32 - 13 birds moving north to south
6:35 - 2 birds moving west to east
6:37 - 35 birds moving north to south
6:40 - 2 birds moving north to south
6:42 - 1 bird moving north to south
6:55 - 12 birds moving west to east
6:59 - 1 bird moving west to east
7:10 - 2 birds moving north to south
7:15 - 4 birds moving north to south
at 7:05, 10 birds were hunting over the bowl
just after sunset, 3 birds were hunting the bowl until after I left
one extra bird seen hunting in the fading light at the Presley Road bridge over I-79; did not add to the count
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 11, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Ed Chubb
Observers: Joan Renninger, Steve Rannels, Steve Walthius
Visitors: 1-vehicle with 4 individuals; 1-motorcycle
Weather: Mostly clear with temps in the 70's climbing to 90 in late PM. Winds from the SW quadrant all day.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs-20+; Many Spotted lantern Fly's; Giant Swallowtail and Zebra Swallowtails ovidepositing eggs
Predictions: More of today weather's in store with better chance of rain/ storms. Winds from SW. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Date: 9/11/19 4:29 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (11 Sep 2019) 6 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 11, 2019
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Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Beatty Broughton, Gerry Teig
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (3): Gerry Teig, Beaty Broughton
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 3-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 5-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (61) and Turkey Vultures (72).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]:
<BR><BR>
Wilson Road pond is now dried up until rain hopefully fills it again.
Killdeer were there probing the damp spot, while a pair of Kestrels hunted
the fields. Further along my commute to Bucktoe, the Polo Fields held 130
Killdeer.
<BR><BR>
Field brew in hand, I set up at Bucktoe Hawk Watch anticipating first, a
walk to “Warbler Meadow.” Things have been alive there recently, as
they are very often in the fall. It did not disappoint. The hotspot today
was the mid-meadow willow tree. Those of you who have birded the meadows
with me know this tree. It protrudes just a bit into the meadow from the
tree line on the south side of the east meadow. Today there were 9 warbler
and 4 vireo species in this single tree, including American Redstarts,
Common Yellowthroats, Northern Parula, Black-and-white Warblers, Magnolia
Warblers, Bay-breasted Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warblers, Blackpoll Warbler,
Canada Warblers, Warbling Vireo, White-eyed Vireo, and a PHILADELPHIA
VIREO.. Elsewhere, the meadow held a gorgeous male Black-throated Blue
Warbler, and when I returned later, a couple of Black-throated Green
Warblers.
<BR><BR>
Gerry arrived and chanced “Warbler Meadow” while I watched for hawks;
Gerry seeing Black-thraoted Green Warbler and Redstart. Beaty saw a
Redstart on the way out here, too. [BB] It was a nice sky, but with almost
no migrant hawks today. We’ll hope for much more very soon.
<BR><BR>
A quick check at New Garden WTP after the watch had the recent usual
results: Wood Duck, Ring-necked Duck, and Lesser Yellowlegs.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Brown Thrasher, American Redstarts, Common Yellowthroats, Northern Parula,
Black-and-white Warblers, Magnolia Warblers, Bay-breasted Warbler,
Chestnut-sided Warblers, Black-throated Green Warblers, Blackpoll Warbler,
Black-throated Blue Warbler, Canada Warblers, Warbling Vireo, White-eyed
Vireo, PHILADELPHIA VIREO, Bobolinks, and Blue Grosbeaks
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (10): Monarch - 14, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black Saddlebags,
Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (2): Eastern
Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel.
<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: 6.6; Steps:
15,484; Floors: 127.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 59; this season:
91
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):”
White-eyed Vireo and PHILADELPHIA VIREO .
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks like a transitional day with a cold front slowly
moving in tomorrow night with rain, followed by cooler temps for Saturday.
Tomorrow will not be a washout and clouds will offer a nice backdrop to
watch against.
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Insect migration is globally ubiquitous and can involve continental-scale movements and complex life histories. Apart from select species of migratory moths and butterflies, little is known about the structure of the annual cycle for migratory insects. Using stable-hydrogen isotope analysis of 852 wing samples from eight countries spanning 140 years, combined with 21 years of citizen science data, we determined the full annual cycle of a large migratory dragonfly, the common green darner (*Anax junius*). We demonstrate that darners undertake complex long-distance annual migrations governed largely by temperature that involve at least three generations. In spring, the first generation makes a long-distance northbound movement (further than 650 km) from southern to northern range limits, lays eggs and dies. A second generation emerges and returns south (further than 680 km), where they lay eggs and die. Finally, a third resident generation emerges, reproducing locally and giving rise to the cohort that migrates north the following spring. Since migration timing and nymph development are highly dependent on temperature, continued climate change could lead to fundamental changes in the biology for this and similar migratory insects.
It's nice to know that migrating American kestrels can feast on these beauties.
Predictions: lt. to mod W winds;partly cloudy with chance for PM showers or t-storms;high near 80F ======================================================================== Report submitted by Rosemary McGlynn (<denali...>)
Last year or the year before I noticed some Warblers eating the Kousa Dogwood berries on my neighbors tree. This fall I have been trying to keep a fairly close eye on it. I'm quite impressed with the variety of birds that I have been observing in it. So far I have seen House Finches, House Sparrows, Northern Cardinals, Gray Catbirds, Eastern Wood-pewees, an American Redstart, and a Cape May Warbler in it. Not bad for an exotic.
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Randy Phillips
Observers: Dean Newhouse
Visitors: 12 visitors stopped by.
Weather: Cloudy, warm and humid to start with light wind out of the southwest. Cleared and got hotter as time progressed, and finished with no wind.
Raptor Observations: Very little raptor activity. One mature Bald Eagle presumed to be local as it appeared to hunting a farm field below. Lots of Turkey Vultures and Black Vultures. An immature Bald Eagle, two Cooper's Hawks and a Red-shouldered Hawk all showed up after 11:15, and they all appeared to be moving southward over the ridge.
Non-raptor Observations: 21 other species were observed, two being warblers. American Redstart and Common Yellowthroat. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Parks Volunteer (<parks...>)
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 11, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Bob Astleford, Doug Burton, Rick Gaeta, Scott Keys
Weather: Visibility was minimal due to the heavy haze, but a clear view extended up to 3 miles. Temperatures ranged from 66-88F. Cloud cover was minimal or non existent all day with a max of 30%. Winds came primarily from the W with changes from S to N throughout the day with gusts ranging from 2-7 mph.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagle: 1020a, 1450i
Non-raptor Observations: 4 hummingbirds
Predictions: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. Calm wind becoming north 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 05:30:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 10.5 hours
Compiler: Jason Deeter, Rudy Keller
Counters: Jason Deeter, Rudy Keller
Weather: Few clouds and hazy with visibility up to 10 km, variable winds 1-7 mph
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: N. parula, chestnut-sided, magnolia, Cape May, black-throated blue, black-throated green, blackburnian, prairie warblers, ovenbird, least flycatcher, yellow-throated vireo ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 11, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 16 67 84 BE 6 51 94 NH 0 8 11 SS 10 54 60 CH 3 11 16 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 124 689 791 RT 13 72 128 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 0 15 23 ML 0 0 0 PG 0 3 4 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 4 5 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 3 4
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 7.5 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove
Observers: Dave Grove, Gary LaBelle, Gene Wagner, Jose Medina, Ron Freed
Visitors: 6
Weather: Persistent haze clearing slightly, few clouds, wind diminishing throughout the day, high temperature and humidity.
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 12:16, 12:25 BE AD 10:55, 10:56, 2:19 BE UNAGED 12:46 First bird SS 8:52 Last bird BW 2:54
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 45 Hummers 8 ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/11/19 12:36 pm From: THOMAS N PAWLESH <tpawlesh...> Subject: dragonflies
I was in Cass, WV over the weekend and there were large swarms of dragonflies. The locals told me there had been a large number of gnats and fruit flies this year attracting the dragonflies.
Date: 9/11/19 12:35 pm From: Amy Taracido <amytaracido...> Subject: RBA western Pennsylvania, 4 September 2019
RBA
*Pennsylvania
*Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania
*PAWE09.04.19
Highlights:
AMERICAN GOLDEN-PLOVER (Washington County)
STILT SANDPIPER (Erie County)
BAIRD'S SANDPIPER (Indiana and Somerset Counties)
WESTERN SANDPIPER (Somerset County)
SANDERLING
SHORT-BILLED DOWITCHER (Butler County)
WHIMBREL (Erie County)
WILLET (Erie County)
RED KNOT (Erie County)
AMERICAN WHITE PELICAN (Erie County)
BARN OWL (Erie County)
OLIVE-SIDED FLYCATCHER (Allegheny County)
RED CROSSBILL (Warren County, in early August)
Contributors: Michael David, John Flannigan, Matt Juskowich, Jerry McWilliams, Ryan Tomazin, Mark Vass.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Wednesday, 28 August 2019 through Wednesday, 4 September 2019
**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: Continued numerous sightings of COMMON NIGHTHAWK continue.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
On 8/31 at South Park, 1 OLIVE-SIDED FLYCATCHER (RT et. al.).
At Frick Park on 9/2, TENNESSEE WARBLER, CHESTNUT-SIDED WARBLER, and others (RT et. al.), 1-2 YELLOW-BELLIED FLYCATCHERS (reported to RT).
BEAVER COUNTY:
At the Raccoon Creek State Park spillway on 9/1, PECTORAL SANDPIPER (MVas).
BUTLER COUNTY:
On 9/1 at Thorn Reservoir, 2 SEMIPALMATED SANDPIPERS, 1 SHORT-BILLED DOWITCHER, and others (MD).
CRAWFORD COUNTY:
On 8/29 at Pymatuning State Park's Espyville Marina, 1 REDHEAD (MVas).
ERIE COUNTY:
From last week: in Harborcreek on 8/25, 1 AMERICAN WHITE PELICAN; in Fairview on 8/26, 1 injured BARN OWL; near Edinboro on 8/26, 2 COMMON RAVENS (JM).
On 8/28 at Presque Isle State Park, 1 AMERICAN WHITE PELICAN; on 8/30, 1 STILT SANDPIPER; from 8/30 through 9/1, 1 WILLET; on 8/31 and 9/1, 1 WHIMBREL; also through the week, 1 RED KNOT (JM).
Near Edinboro on 8/28, 2 COMMON RAVENS (JM).
INDIANA COUNTY:
On 9/1 at Yellow Creek State Park, sightings included 17 SEMIPALMATED PLOVERS, 1 BAIRD'S SANDPIPER, 1 PECTORAL SANDPIPER, 25 SEMIPALMATED SANDPIPERS, 6 LESSER YELLOWLEGS (MD).
SOMERSET COUNTY:
On 9/1 at Somerset Lake, sightings included 3 SEMIPALMATED PLOVERS, 3 SANDERLINGS, 5 BAIRD'S SANDPIPERS, 2 PECTORAL SANDPIPERS, 20 SEMIPALMATED SANDPIPERS, 1 WESTERN SANDPIPER, 18 LESSER YELLOWLEGS (MD).
WARREN COUNTY:
A belated report from 8/8 at the Hearts Content Scenic Area, RED CROSSBILL (reported to MVas).
WASHINGTON COUNTY:
On 9/2 and 9/3 at Cross Creek Park, 1 juvenile AMERICAN GOLDEN-PLOVER (MJ, JF).
Date: 9/11/19 10:25 am From: Cathy Brown <blueapis...> Subject: Re: dragonfly migration out of area
Bill, Thank you for that information. Yesterday late afternoon we had hundreds of large dragonflies in our yard in northern Washington County (west of Pittsburgh). We could see that they were darting rapidly and eating small flying insects. We had no idea why or where they came from. Thank you so much for enlightening us!
cathy Washington county
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From: Bird discussion list for Pennsylvania <PABIRDS...> on behalf of bill drolsbaugh <00000046cda72c3b-dmarc-request...>
Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 7:01 AM
To: <PABIRDS...> <PABIRDS...>
Subject: [PABIRDS] dragonfly migration out of area
Yesterday between 5-6pm at Petroleum Oh and Hubbard Oh huge swarms in the thousands of Green Darner Dragon flies (not confirmed species ) were seen eating and darting eating Gnats I have never seen this before although Dragon fly sightings are noted at all Hawk watch sites across Pa/Ohio Hawk Mountain Alleghany front and Cape may nice change from normal birding Bill Drolsbaugh Mercer co Pa
I received an email from these folks announcing an update to the server. The new server for reporting Greater Snow Geese sightings is: http://www.cen.ulaval.ca/gon-gsg/index.php
Date: 9/11/19 4:01 am From: bill drolsbaugh <00000046cda72c3b-dmarc-request...> Subject: dragonfly migration out of area
Yesterday between 5-6pm at Petroleum Oh and Hubbard Oh huge swarms in the thousands of Green Darner Dragon flies (not confirmed species ) were seen eating and darting eating Gnats I have never seen this before although Dragon fly sightings are noted at all Hawk watch sites across Pa/Ohio Hawk Mountain Alleghany front and Cape may nice change from normal birding Bill Drolsbaugh Mercer co Pa
Date: 9/11/19 2:54 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (10 Sep 2019) 22 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 10, 2019
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Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Beatty Broughton, Fran DeMillion
Visitors:
DELAWARE NATURE SOCIETY’S NIGHTHAWK WATCH & THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR
SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (): Beaty Broughton, Fran DeMillion
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 5-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (52) and Turkey Vultures (62).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]:
<BR><BR>
This might about the last day Wilson Road Pond will be even a wet spot, so
I checked it again as I drove by. There were Greater Yellowlegs, Lesser
Yellowlegs, Least Sandpipers, Killdeer, Great Blue Herons, and Bobolinks
[and very nearly, NO WATER]. The Polo Fields have been disappointing in
variety thus far. Today I saw merely 80 Killdeer.
<BR><BR>
I arrived early at Bucktoe, so I walked to a spot that has been anything
but disappointing at Bucktoe – “Warbler Meadow.” There were fewer
warblers than yesterday, but a nice variety with American Redstarts,
Magnolia Warblers, Black-and-white Warblers, Northern Parula, Blackpoll
Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Black-throated Green Warblers, and a
Bay-breasted Warbler. There was a Black-billed Cuckoo, Great Crested
Flycatcher, Warbling Vireos, and Red-eyed Vireos.
<BR><BR>
Back at the watch, I was entertained by a screaming Red-tailed Hawk who was
in loud dispute over air space with an adult Bald Eagle just above my head.
There was a plethora of white billowy clouds today, but not much flying
against them. I hate wasting a sky like this, but that’s what happened.
It’s OK though, right? That leaves many more for another day. AND it’s
coming quick!
<BR><BR>
To relieve the monotony of watching the sky, I returned to Warbler Meadow.
Besides, I needed steps. I’m glad I went; it was 1:20pm. As I entered
the bordering woods a Redstart came at me chasing another bird. That bird?
A male GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER, which ended up only 15 feet away, lingering
for 10 minutes. I put the word out on the rarity when I walked back up the
hill to the watch. Beaty arrived just after the excitement, as did Fran.
Fran & I went to look for the warbler again, but it was elusive. I
glimpsed it twice more, but couldn’t get Fran on it. We did add a Canada
Warbler, our eleventh warbler species today in the meadow.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Black-billed Cuckoo, Brown Thrasher, American Redstarts, Magnolia Warblers,
Black-and-white Warblers, Northern Parula, Blackpoll Warbler,
Chestnut-sided Warbler, Black-throated Green Warblers, Bay-breasted
Warbler, GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER, Canada Warbler, Black-billed Cuckoo, Great
Crested Flycatcher, Warbling Vireos, Red-eyed Vireos, Bobolinks, and Blue
Grosbeaks
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (12): Monarch - 18, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary, Red Admiral, Cloudless Sulphur. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner,
Black Saddlebags, Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0).
Mammals (2): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel.
<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: 4.76; Steps:
11,165; Floors: 107.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 60; this season:
89
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):”
GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER and Bay-breasted Warbler .
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks like a summer day with warmer temperatures and a
light southwest wind. Lots of background clouds.
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Date: 9/10/19 6:13 pm From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Allegheny Co. - Hilltop Park Nighthawk Watch
All,
Well, the heat did what I figured, and there was less bird movement all around. Not 'none', however. Kevin and Michele Mannella watched with me tonight, and we had two nighthawks come in to hunt the bowl much earlier than normal, giving excellent pre-twilight views.
Cedar Waxwing - 24
Common Grackle - 55
European Starling - 27
Cooper's Hawk - 1 local
Osprey - 1, showed up late at 7:19, which K & M got to see
Nighthawks:
7:06 - 1 bird moving west to east
7:13 - 1 bird moving north to south
7:19 - 1 bird moving west to east
7:28 - 4 birds moving north to southwest
7:33 - 1 bird moving north to southwest
7:40 - 1 bird moving west to east
7:43 - 1 bird moving north to south, and stayed to hunt the bowl, joining 7:40
10 total birds (449 for the season)
Will watch tomorrow if it is not raining/storming. Might be interesting. I will not be there Thursday.
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Alan Simon
Observers: Bob Kelly
Visitors: Bill Kemmerer
Weather: Partly sunny temperature climbing to 82F winds S at 3 to 6 mph
Raptor Observations: 1 Bald Eagle at 11:40 EDT not counted as a migrant. Also, the usual variety of Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Red-tail, Red-shouldered and Cooper's Hawks were seen but not counted
Non-raptor Observations: 3 Wood Ducks
Predictions: Clouds and sun, warmer, climbing to almost 90F, winds SSW 7 to 10 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Second Mountain
Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 10, 2019
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Observation start time: 08:00:00
Observation end time: 15:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Fred Wilcox
Observers: Ed Grotzinger, Gayle McKinne, Jeff Hook, Rosemary Spreha,
Steve Rannels, Tom McKinne
Visitors:
7 people on site all assisting in today’s count.
Thanks to Ed Grotzinger from Easton and Jeff Hook from Middletown
Weather:
Heavy early morning fog. This developed into a mix of clouds and sun with
a mild southerly breeze. Temperature range of 64 to 78. Visibility poor to
good as day progressed.
Raptor Observations:
First bird RT at 9:40
2 immature BE
3 adult BE
Non-raptor Observations:
Approximately 40 monarchs
Usual ravens
Olive sided flycatcher
Predictions:
Partly sunny and very warm. A light breeze
========================================================================
Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>)
Second Mountain information may be found at:
2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Jim Rocco
Observers: Bob Stewart, Ed Gowarty, Gene & Nancy Flament, Mike Wolfe, Nancy Ott, Ralph Yoder
Visitors: Gene & Nancy Flament, Bob Stewart, Ed Gowarty, Ralph Yoder, Nancy Ott, Mike Wolfe, John Sedeware
Weather: Light to moderate winds out of the ESE. Average temperatures were 21 C. Cloud cover went from 20% to 100%. Visibility 17 to 32km with fog and haze across the valley.
Raptor Observations: 198 raptors counted, Adult bald eagles at: 8:10, 8:12, 11:13, 12:06, 12:41, 1:43 2:25. Sub adult's at 10:15, 1:19, 2:25, 2:33. Juv. at 11:14
Non-raptor Observations: 4 Hummingbirds, waxwings, crows, ravens, flycatcher, doves, tree swallows, chimney swifts, local tv's
Yellow swallowtails, black swallowtails, yellow sulphers, cabbage whites, red admiral, 238 monarchs.
Predictions: Late afternoon showers ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jim Rocco (<jd.jh.rocco...>)
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 10, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Jeff Hopkins, Rich Rehrig, Rick Gaeta, Scott Keys
Visitors: Additional qualified observers: Mark Boyd, Ed Wanamaker
Weather: Heavy fog and cloud cover was persistent at 100% for the first two hours. After this, visibility was at a maximum of 7 miles by early afternoon while clear visibility was 4-5 miles and cloud cover reduced by 10-20%. Temperatures ranged from 63-79F. Winds shifted back and forth from SE to the SW with speeds of 2-9 mph.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagles: 1105a, 1108a, 1255i, 1347a, 1347a
Non-raptor Observations: 8 ravens,1 hummingbird.
Predictions: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Observation start time: 05:00:00 Observation end time: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 10.25 hours
Compiler: Laurie Goodrich
Counters: Karen Lutz, Karen lutz, Rob Feldman, karen lutz
Weather: fog in am, clearng to hazy skies with mostly cldy, warm, S to SW to W wind
Raptor Observations: three bald eagles all adult
Non-raptor Observations: a few warblers in am, flycatchers included wood peewee and least. 96 tree swallow ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 10, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 11 51 68 BE 8 45 88 NH 1 8 11 SS 14 44 50 CH 2 8 13 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 70 565 667 RT 8 59 115 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 4 15 23 ML 0 0 0 PG 1 3 4 UA 0 2 3 UB 1 4 5 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 1 3 4
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:30:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove
Observers: Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Gigi Gere, Joe Lavella, Jon Gere, Pat Freed, Ron Freed
Visitors: Keith Gingrich, 5
Weather: Slightly foggy morning clearing to little cloud cover to complete cloud cover by noon then partly cloudy. S winds.
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 1:31, 2:00 BE WB 2:05 BE 4th 10:10 BE AD 10:43, 12:19, 12:49, 1:56 PG JUV 11:42 First bird OS 8:01 Last bird AK 03:28
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 130 Hummers 17
======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/10/19 1:38 pm From: Margaret <bcoriole...> Subject: Stilt Sandpiper in Indiana County
Today the Todd Bird Club's Tuesday group had a Stilt Sandpiper at the
eastern end of the lake at Yellow Creek State Park. To find this area,
go past the park office on Route 259 a short distance and pull off in
the parking lot on the right. As you're facing away from Route 259,
walk right, angling toward the little stream along the semblance of a
trail. Cross the stream then follow the path to the left till it meets
up with a more worn trail that heads to the lake. You may either crawl
over a log or detour around. Walk to the mud and look left.
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 09, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: Dave Schwenk
Observers: Rosemary Spreha, Steve Walthius
Weather: Light south winds under mostly sunny skies, temps 65-77
Raptor Observations: BE's 2 ad 2juv
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
We enjoyed the Common Nighthawk show from Watts Bay in Moraine State Park (Butler county) last night. We stayed until it was getting too dark to see much but had 32 nighthawks. Most were flying west to east over the far ridge, we needed a scope to verify what we were seeing for most of the birds.
Glenn Koppel
Mary Alice Koeneke
Butler, PA.
<macatilly...>
Date: 9/10/19 3:12 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (09 Sep 2019) 25 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 09, 2019
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers:
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (1): Where was everybody today??
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 5-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (53) and Turkey Vultures (71).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]:
<BR><BR>
Wilson Road Puddle held Least Sandpipers, Killdeer, and a Bald Eagle
overseeing it all, as I swung past this morning; Mike N. having beaten me
there. This “hot spot” will get swallowed up by the surrounding field
unless we very quickly get a deluge of rain to get water in there. The
Polo Fields were next and had recovered from yesterday’s TLC event. 175
Killdeer had found their way back to the now horseless fields and a Green
Heron flew over.
<BR><BR>
I arrived early at Bucktoe feeling it, and me, a bit “warbler-ish.” I
went to “Warbler Meadows” to see if my feeling was for warblers or just
a reaction to the sugar-rush from all the donuts I was forced to eat. The
first part of my walk was warbler-less and I was just about to chalk my
feeling up to the donuts. Then I walked over to the western meadow and all
Hell broke loose! Warblers were suddenly everywhere. I had 5 American
Redstarts, 3 Northern Parula, 2 Black-and white Warblers, 2 Magnolia
Warblers, 2 Blackburnian Warblers, 3 Chestnut-sided Warblers, and a
Black-throated Green Warbler. Also there were Red-eyed Vireos, Blue
Grosbeak, Willow Flycatcher and Great Crested Flycatcher, while a pair of
RAVENS flew just overhead; this, all without moving my feet even once –
not good for my step count, but great for my bird list. I guess it
wasn’t the donuts, after all. Later, I was fun to watch a Kestrel and a
Sharp-shinned Hawk take turns diving at each other as they soared together.
Each man has his favorite “Sharpie,” I always say… [mine will TRUMP
his]
<BR><BR>
Sadly, I also noticed my first Spotted Lanternfly at the hawk watch.
Emotionally counterbalancing that was a Common Nighthawk which flew by at
1:10pm, erratically as they do, eating insects. I wish those two could
meet with the appropriate results…
<BR><BR>
The watch over, I dropped by New Garden WTP to see what that body of
“water” held. There were Lesser Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper,
Killdeer, Ring-necked Duck, and Wood Ducks. I also stopped again at Wilson
Road Pond where there was some excitement. There were the usual Kestrels,
but then when I looked at what currently passes as the pond here, I saw 2
Merlin swooping down on the Yellowlegs that were there. To their credit,
the Yellowlegs were attentive to the situation, but did not leave. The
Merlin made many passes off the wires [see pictures]. The Yellowlegs, both
species, watched and fed.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Common Nighthawk, Willow Flycatcher, Great Crested Flycatcher, COMMON
RAVENS, Rough-winged Swallow, Bobolinks, Black-and-white Warblers, American
Redstarts, Northern Parula, Magnolia Warblers, Blackburnian Warblers,
Chestnut-sided Warblers, Black-throated Green Warbler, and Blue Grosbeak
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (11): Monarch - 15, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary, Red Admiral. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black Saddlebags,
Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (3): Eastern
Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel, White-tailed Deer.
<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: 5.28; Steps:
12,382; Floors: 113.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 65; this season:
87
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (4):”
Feral Pigeon, Merlin, Willow Flycatcher, and Rough-winged Swallow .
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks like a lot of clouds with breaks of sun. Light
and variable winds switching to southerly.
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Date: 9/10/19 2:42 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (08 Sep 2019) 57 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 08, 2019
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers:
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (21): Ian Stewart, Ron Majors, Carol Majors, Adam Bartles, Kris
Benarcik, Harvey Rubenstein, Mike Gardner, Jean-Marie Gauthier, Al
Guarante, Lana Glass, Laureen Eick-Benson, Fran DeMillion, Sharon Milner,
Luc & Marie Jacobs, Heidi Raimato, Joel Flachs, Lafang Flachs, George
Flachs, Gerry Teig
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (73) and Turkey Vultures (77).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]: [PLEASE NOTE: On Sept. 5, I
sent out the new large weekly “blog” and hotline in my new format - a
newsletter. This is NOT THESE reports you get from HawkCount. Rather,
it’s the newsletter from EBNT, with our upcoming schedule and the County
year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and are a regular
subscriber, look in your spam – a few servers send it there. [go
figure-lol] If you enjoy “the blog,” featuring the county species
list, and it ended up in your spam, you’ll have to follow your
provider’s method of “whitelisting” it, marking it as “not spam”
or it will always go there. It usually comes out every Thursday.
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I checked at Wilson Rd. Pond as I drove thru Doe Run and the “old King
Ranch” towards Bucktoe. There were Greater Yellowlegs, Lesser Yellowlegs
and Killdeer on the very nearly dried up pond.
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A quick stop at the Polo Fields revealed 200 Killdeer, again..
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I joined in on Bucktoe’s regular walk this morning for the first hour
before departing for the hawk watch. Together we saw Belted Kingfisher,
Chestnut-sided Warblers, American Redstart, Blue-winged Warbler, Bobolinks,
and Blue Grosbeaks.
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Other highlights on the walk today included a Canada Warbler. [AB2]
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Leaving the walk for to man my post at “the watch,” I managed a quick
walk over to “Warbler Meadow” where I saw Ovenbird and Black-throated
Green Warblers, along with the previously seen species.
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When I returned to the hawk watch, the great donut mystery began. You see,
I had stopped for 2 dozen donuts for the group. Two dozen is 24, right? I
put my donuts on one of the picnic tables as I walked to Warbler Meadow.
On my return, there were precisely 23 donuts [I counted] – a single
delicious Boston Cream darling had been carefully, surgically lifted from
its home! Nobody was there, either. I texted the walking group to see if
they had somehow been here already and somebody couldn’t help themselves.
They did look delicious. The group had not been here. The mystery grew.
Had a wayward [and trespassing] hiker fallen into a diabetic fit and
desperately sought a sugar-rush in my donuts? MY DONUTS!! Had I
miscounted at the store? Always a possibility, but NOT something I’m
likely to do with a donut. I mean, come on…A DONUT!! I guard those…
Then I heard people’s voices on a meadow trail returning my way. It was
folks I had never seen before; four and with two dogs. Trespassers to be
sure, but none had chocolate smeared on their lips [a telltale sign].
Neither had they a word of explanation for why they were passing through or
an explanation about my rouge donut. PEOPLE!! The mystery has no
resolution, but I have suspicions.
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Soon people showed up – legitimate people – as did hawks. An early
season kettle formed right above us with Broad-winged Hawks streaming in
low, one-by-one. It was very good for a short time, then slow and steady,
thereafter.
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Joel & family brought food, as did Fran, Fran making a special trip back
with a healthy Mexican dinner. You’re a sweetheart, Fran. I don’t
believe I ever mentioned to you that gifts of food and drink are not only
welcomed, but are encouraged here at Bucktoe. Yet, somehow you knew…
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I departed the watch just a bit early to arrive at TLC’s Polo event at
Brandywine Polo Club for the beginning of the game, match, whatever
they’re called. The site looked great and TLC did fantastic with it.
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After a thrilling[?] contest, I left for home passing by an ever-dwindling
Wilson Road Pond. Actually, it’s little more than Wilson Road Puddle
now, but there were 3 Least Sandpipers and 2 Semipalmated Sandpipers added
to this morning’s group of Yellowlegs.
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---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
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----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
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Great Blue Heron, Belted Kingfisher, Bobolinks, Ovenbird, Blue-winged
Warbler, American Redstart, Chestnut-sided Warblers, Black-throated Green
Warbler, and Blue Grosbeaks
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----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (9): Monarch - 14, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Orange
Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated Fritillary. Dragonflies
(3): Green Darner, Black Saddlebags, Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles &
Amphibians (0). Mammals (3): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel,
Woodchuck, .
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----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: 4.9; Steps:
11,502; Floors: 41.
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----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
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TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 54; this season:
83
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NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (2):”
Ovenbird and Blue-winged Warbler .
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Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks like it already happened, as my internet went
down and I'm a day late. So, I won't bother.
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Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
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Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Date: 9/9/19 9:49 pm From: Dave Leibert <xdave...> Subject: juv Black Crowned Night Heron @ Green pond, Northampton county
Howdy All, I checked out Green pond monday evening and there was a juvenile Black Crowned night heron sitting on a log by the side road to the big pond.
This is a new one for me since I'm pretty much into raptors. I must admit that I kind of dig waterbirds a little as they seem pretty majestic.
I took a pic if you are curious. There were two Great egrets at the big pond. It seems like there are more pieces of big earthmoving equipment parked nearby than there are waterfowl and wading birds. A few days ago there was a Green heron on the same log as today's bird.
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 09, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:30:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: Dave Schwenk
Observers: Rosemary Spreha, Steve Walthius
Weather: Light south winds under mostly sunny skies, temps 65-77
Raptor Observations: BE's 2 ad 2juv
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 03, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 5.5 hours
Official Counter: Gayle Lawrence
Observers: Joe Meloney, Steve Rannels
Weather: Light SW winds under an AM clear sky becoming cloudy in the PM
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Date: 9/9/19 6:31 pm From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Allegheny Co. - Hilltop Park Nighthawk Watch
All,
Last night was quite overcast, and there was more action with nighthawks. Tonight, it was 99% clear, and I wondered what that would bring. It brought only 11 nighthawks, in comparison with 26 last night. Still had other good birds.
Joe Papp showed up moments before I'd considered closing shop, and he literally was counting for 24 seconds before one flew across the moon and began hunting the bowl. Another joined it moments later, and for the first time since last Wednesday, nighthawks buzzed the parking lot over and over (45+ minutes). One was so close to my ear (8-10") that I felt a tiny pressure change in my right ear as it flew literally right over my shoulder. Good times!
Chimney Swift - 25
European Starling - 857, including groups of 350, 100, 80(2x)
Cooper's Hawk - 1 local
Cedar Waxwing - 43+
House Finch - 16; every night, a good number fly over from east to west in small numbers
Osprey - 1; AGAIN! Same thing, moving south to north from Heidelberg, this time at 6:27
Common Grackle - 203, including a group of 120; they started a lot later than normal
Great Blue Heron - 1
Canada Goose - 2 at twilight
Dozens and dozens of Green Darners that disappeared abruptly as soon as the sun sank below the horizon. A handful of Big Brown Bats and at least one Little Brown Bat.
Nighthawks:
6:41 - 1 bird moving north to south
7:01 - 1 bird moving south to north
7:09 - 3 birds moving southwest to northeast
7:12 - 1 bird moving west to east
7:25 - 4 birds, 3 went west to east, one broke of west to southeast, then south, eventually coming back to hunt the bowl
7:50 - 1 bird moving west to east, then hunting the bowl with the above bird
11 total birds (439 birds for the season)
I should be watching again tomorrow night; might be starting 30-40 minutes late due to a work commitment.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 9 hours
Official Counter: Deb Bodenschatz, Ed Gowarty,Sr
Observers: Bob Stewart, Dave Poder, Ed Gowarty,Sr, Greg Gdula, Karen Jackson, Mike Smith, Nancy Ott
Visitors: Georgia Shalek, Mike Smith, Greg Gdula, Ed Gowarty Sr., Judy Johns, Nancy Ott, Dave Poder, Karen Jackson, Bob Stewart, Ed & Diane Berry
Weather: Very light East wind. Mostly sunny early with increasing clouds throughout the day. High of 19.7 C.
Raptor Observations: A good number of the birds were far out over the valley and very high. There were 4 Bald Eagles, 2 close and 2 out over the valley. There were a number of Turkey Vultures patrolling the valley with 9 being visible at one time.
Non-raptor Observations: Cedar Waxwings-at least 30, Hooded Warbler 1, Goldfinches 5, Eastern Towhee 1, Hummingbirds 7, Catbird 1, Chimney Swift - at least 10, Blue Jay 2, Ravens 2, Crow 1, Phoebe 1
Predictions: Partly Cloudy with light South wind and a high temperature of 25 C. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Deb Bodenschatz (<debbiebodenschatz...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 13:00:00 Total observation time: 4.5 hours
Official Counter: Bill Cranny
Observers: Alan Simon, Bob Kelly, Judy Mayer
Weather: Mostly cloudy and warm with light winds
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: Between 11 and 12 EDT, a nighthawk and three Common Ravens were seen
Predictions: Partly sunny with temperatures in the high 80's winds SW around 7-10 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Date: 9/9/19 4:59 pm From: reeser <reeser...> Subject: Hummingbirds, Brown Thrasher, Hairy Woodpecker, Catbird, etc. Cumberland County
Today, Monday 9/9/19, we still had what appeared to be 3 ruby throated hummingbirds at the various salvias and cardinal flowers. Pineapple salvia seems to be a big draw. Giant swallowtail butterfly and monarch were still at the zinnias.
Brown thrasher, hairy woodpecker, downy woodpecker, catbird, white breasted nuthatch, chickadees, carolina wrens and a number of sparrows (song, house) and a starling were eating suet dough.
Lots of cardinals with the young ones came for sunflower seed.
Goldfinches and house finches at the thistle and on the zinnias pulling out the flower petals to get at the zinnia seeds.
Robins looking for bugs on the lawn, mourning doves and other birds flying in and out too quickly to identify (looked like maybe a phoebe or some type of small flycatcher). Lots of activity, early morning and evening.
Observation start time: 05:30:00 Observation end time: 17:00:00 Total observation time: 12.5 hours
Compiler: Bracken Brown
Counters: Esther vallejo
Weather: Clear/overcast/partly cloudy. Winds from SE am 8-13mph pm. 0-5mph
Raptor Observations: First big flight of broad-winged hawk streaming past the lookout throughout the day. Bald eagle 13:23A, 13:41TY
Non-raptor Observations: Large flight of monarchs throughout the afternoon. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 09, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 8 40 57 BE 3 37 80 NH 3 7 10 SS 9 30 36 CH 3 6 11 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 204 495 597 RT 6 51 107 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 1 11 19 ML 0 0 0 PG 1 2 3 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 3 4 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 2 3
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 16:15:00 Total observation time: 8.25 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Joe Lavella, Pat Freed, Ron Freed
Visitors: Gene Odato, 2
Weather: N winds with mostly cloudy to partly cloudy in the afternoon with light haze.
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 11:37 BE AD 12:03, 12:49 PG JUV 1:51
First Bird BW 10:32 Last Bird SS 4:06
Late day BW mini fallout
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 34 Hummers 12 1 Copperhead (snake) seen on the path from the pavilion to rocks. Docile and beautiful. ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 09, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Ed Wanamaker
Weather: Cloud cover was heavy all morning but eventually broke in the afternoon and ranged from 80-40%. Temperatures ranged from 61-80F. Clear visibility was 4-5 miles all day while total visibility extended out 10 miles. Winds were out of the E and were higher this morning with gusts up to 6 mph while it died down to 0 mph in the late afternoon.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagle: 1225a
Non-raptor Observations: 3 ravens. 2 great blue herons.
Predictions: A slight chance of sprinkles before 9am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the morning. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
I also receive the hawk watch reports. Whenever I send an email to the list, I do not receive it through the list serve, so I am never sure that it goes through. I used to get my posts to the list serve but something must have changed.Marianne AtkinsonClearfield CountySent from my LG V20, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone------ Original message------From: Gary RobsonDate: Sun, Sep 8, 2019 3:54 PMTo: <PABIRDS...>;Cc: Subject:[PABIRDS] Hawk watch reportsI have not been receiving the hawk watch reports. Are other people experiencing the same thing? Is there a reason why the are not being reported? Gary Robson Lebanon County
Date: 9/9/19 4:05 am From: keener1538 <keener1538...> Subject: Nighthawks Franklin County
15 Common Nighthawks were feeding, hawking insects over Stillhouse Hollow near Heisey Road last evening . Migration is on!Bob Keener Shippensburg Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
Date: 9/8/19 8:00 pm From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Allegheny Co. - Hilltop Park Nighthawk Watch
All,
Started off well, ground out the rest of the time and ended really early. I think I saw one bird of any kind the last 20 minutes I was there, and didn't see the point of staying longer.
Chimney Swift - 26+ birds
European Starling - 1,038, including groups of 625 and 350
Common Grackle - 189; biggest group was 40 tonight
Canada Goose - 6; first since I've been counting
Cooper's Hawk - 1 local bird seen twice
Osprey - 1; where is this bird every evening? This is the 4th time in 5 nights that it has come north from the same area
Ruby-throated Hummingbird - 1 was chasing a Chimney Swift
Nighthawks:
6:04 - 12 birds seen as I drove into the park, moving south to north (almost all birds for days have been headed north)
6:05 - 2 birds moving south to north
6:13 - 1 bird moving south to north
6:19 - 1 bird moving south to north
6:20 - 2 birds moving north to south
6:32 - 1 bird moving south to north
6:36 - 1 bird moving south to north
6:50 - 1 bird moving south to north
6:59 - 1 bird moving south to north
7:04 - 1 bird moving east to southwest
7:05 - 1 bird moving east to west
7:09 - 1 bird moving north to south
7:13 - 1 bird moving north to south
I just received 8 reports for 9/8/19 from <reports...>
Ellen <reeser...> Cumberland County
On 09/08/2019 3:54 PM, Gary Robson wrote: > I have not been receiving the hawk watch reports. Are other people experiencing the same thing? Is there a reason why the are not being reported? > Gary Robson > Lebanon County > > Go Army, beat Navy.
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Chuck Root, Sheryl Johnson
Observers:
Visitors: Cali, Aniela, Dick, Andy, Jennifer
Weather: partly sunny and comfortable
Raptor Observations: Peregrine Falcon about noon, judged to be not migrating, an adult and a Juvenile Bald Eagle together at 1:30, one Osprey, a Cooper's Hawk and three Red-Shouldered Hawks were all deemed as not migrating
Non-raptor Observations: Lots of Spotted Lanternflies any one scan of the sky would yield 60-80 of them. 14 Cedar Waxwings, 1 Eastern Kingbird and 4 Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, 1 Double-crested Cormorant 16 species of butterfly 4 Species of Dragonfly
Predictions: Mostly Cloudy, Temperature reaching 77 F, winds ENE at 6-9 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 08, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:15:00 Observation end time: 15:45:00 Total observation time: 8.75 hours
Official Counter: Rick Morrissey
Observers:
Visitors: A few youthful day hikers, no other hawk counters today. Lots of time for the counter on a slow day to reflect, time to sort things out. I came to the conclusion as a retired person that there is not a lot to sort out anymore. No complaints, life is good, and it was great to hear many of the through hikers below the look-out enjoying the Appalachian trail and this beautiful day.
Weather: There were periods of sunshine especially mid-day, with the beginning and the end of the day skies were mostly cloudy. The low temperature was 61 degrees Fahrenheit and the high was 77 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds were generally WNW at 2-9 mph, yet at the end of the day the winds were light and variable which ended the migration flight.
Raptor Observations: The first bird of the day was an Osprey at 0845, second bird of the day was a Turkey Vulture at 1010, and the third bird of the day was a single Broadwing Hawk at 1035 which made for a relaxing Sunday morning on the Knob. A non-migrating immature Bald Eagle was observed flying ENE at 1056. At 1514 a Peregrine Falcon was observed hunting behind the North look-out, assumed to be a local falcon seen by other observers recently. Two Northern Harriers were counted and noted here because they were this observer's first harriers of the 2019 Fall migration, the last being an adult male harrier.
Bald Eagles (2) - Adult 1322; Adult 1358
High over ridge slope number one, 21 vultures were observed in a kettle (one was a Black Vulture) which kept the interest of the counter on a slow day. As the kettle broke up, six Broadwing Hawks were seen. As the BWs were extremely high they probably would have been missed without the kettle of vultures. An hour later, high above the west slope of the 'hump,' an adult Bald Eagle found a thermal and for 10 minutes the counter kept track of the lone eagle to see if it would eventually move westerly and then be included in today's tally. Again high over the ridge slope two, the adult Bald Eagle led the observer to seven Broadwing Hawks. These eight little dots in the sky then flew over the North look-out, yet the BWs probably would have been missed without the eagle as a guide. Shall I note the vultures and the eagle as observers today? Well, unofficially then.
Non-raptor Observations: Sadly a thousand Lantern flies, some met their demise on the rocks next to my head (I didn't see nothing), and sadly only two Monarch butterflies were observed along with one Hummingbird, two Ravens, and four Canada geese.
Predictions: The forecast for Monday, September 9 is partly cloudy skies with a 10% chance of participation with a low temperature of 57 degrees Fahrenheit and a forecasted high of 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds will light and variable generally from the ENE, with average wind speeds at 5mph
======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Non-raptor Observations: goldfinch; ravens (one group of 11); chimney swifts; cedar waxwings 12+; great crested flycatcher-3; rose-breasted grosbeak-3; ruby-throated hummingbirds-10; blue jays 10+; flicker; black-capped chicadee; black-throated green warbler-3.
Predictions: High of 71 degrees F. Partly Cloudy. Winds light and variable (probable southeast) at 3-4 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Stewart (<bob...>)
Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: Randy Phillips
Observers: Jon Butcher, Mark Kocher
Visitors: 14 peopled visited the lockout today.
Weather: It was nice day at the lookout. Temp. reached 70F/21.1C. High thin cloud cover approx. 90%. Visibility greater than 40 km. Wind was light from the SE.
Raptor Observations: Local Red-tails,Bald eagles,and a Cooper hawk were observed. Numerous Turkey and Black Vultures observed..
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by Parks Volunteer (<parks...>)
I was receiving them, but for the last week or two I have not been getting any at all.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone -------- Original message --------From: Ron & Amy Burkert <raburkert...> Date: 9/8/19 4:57 PM (GMT-05:00) To: <PABIRDS...> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Hawk watch reports I get mine but many end up in my Spam/Trash folder because they all seem to hit the email system at the same time prompting it to respond as to a spam flood. I do have the sender in my contacts but I may have to look for whitelist instructions.Ron Burkert on Comcast Sent from my iPhone> On Sep 8, 2019, at 3:57 PM, Pam Holmes <pamholmespa...> wrote:> > I've been receiving the hawk watch reports.> > Pam Holmes> Lebanon County> >> On Sun, Sep 8, 2019 at 3:54 PM Gary Robson <garyrobson...> wrote:>> >> I have not been receiving the hawk watch reports. Are other people>> experiencing the same thing? Is there a reason why the are not being>> reported?>> Gary Robson>> Lebanon County>> >> Go Army, beat Navy.
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 08, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Dave Schwenk
Observers: Andy Francis, Brian Weaver, Gayle McKinne, Tom McKinne
Visitors: A menonite family of 7 that provided significant help in spotting birds
Weather: Very light west wind under mostly cloudy skies, including periods of sun. Temps 64-82
Raptor Observations: 2 ad and one juv BE's
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: like today. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Date: 9/8/19 4:12 pm From: Robin and Daniel Zmoda <robinanddanielz...> Subject: Northampton County gulls
The gull started to return to Grand Central Landfill. Last week was the first I saw a small flock overhead. Otherwise it is the usual-both vultures, starlings, crows and ravens with an eagle mixed in. Travels to and from work have produced not much more than doves and starlings. Dan Zmoda Pen Argyl
Date: 9/8/19 4:09 pm From: David Gibson <20cabot...> Subject: Nearing Season's End
Hi PA birders, I just wrapped up and published another photo essay, "Nearing Season's End <https://birdpartner.com/2019/09/08/nearing-seasons-end/>." In it, I share some thoughts about the end of the breeding season as well as a few final thoughts about the Green Heron. I share a few bird photography and birdwatching tips, as well. Thanks so much for reading, and as always, I welcome your comments. Dave Gibson https://birdpartner.com/
Non-raptor Observations: double-crested cormorant, yellow-bellied flycatcher, olive-sided flycatcher, common nighthawk, Tennessee, chestnut-sided, magnolia, Cape May, black-throated blue, black-throated green, blackburnian, black-and-white, and Wilson's warblers ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 08, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 2 32 49 BE 2 34 77 NH 0 4 7 SS 4 21 27 CH 0 3 8 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 95 291 393 RT 1 45 101 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 0 10 18 ML 0 0 0 PG 0 1 2 UA 0 2 3 UB 1 3 4 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 2 3
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Gene Wagner
Observers:
Visitors: Pete, 51 WAGGAP Serenade
Weather: Variably cloudy. Light SE breeze going to WNW.
Raptor Observations: BE AD 12:24 BE Unaged 2:24 First bird - BW 9:05 Last bird - BE 2:24
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs - 29 Hummers - 1 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Gene Wagner (<nate...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
I get mine but many end up in my Spam/Trash folder because they all seem to hit the email system at the same time prompting it to respond as to a spam flood. I do have the sender in my contacts but I may have to look for whitelist instructions.
Ron Burkert on Comcast
Sent from my iPhone
> On Sep 8, 2019, at 3:57 PM, Pam Holmes <pamholmespa...> wrote:
>
> I've been receiving the hawk watch reports.
>
> Pam Holmes
> Lebanon County
>
>> On Sun, Sep 8, 2019 at 3:54 PM Gary Robson <garyrobson...> wrote:
>>
>> I have not been receiving the hawk watch reports. Are other people
>> experiencing the same thing? Is there a reason why the are not being
>> reported?
>> Gary Robson
>> Lebanon County
>>
>> Go Army, beat Navy.
Date: 9/8/19 1:29 pm From: Jerry McWilliams <0000001b5c226889-dmarc-request...> Subject: Erie County birds of note
The following birds of note were recorded this past week from Gull Point at Presque Isle S.P., Pa. An American Golden Plover was present on Sept. 4 and the Willet and Whimbrel were there all week. A Wilson's Phalarope was observed on Sept. 4. Two or three jaegers reported as Parasitic, and possibly Long-tailed, were seen passing by the point on Sept. 2. Jerry McWilliamsErie, Erie County, <Pa.jerrymcw...>
> On Sep 8, 2019, at 3:59 PM, mshull <0000010491880ff5-dmarc-request...> wrote:
>
> So have I.Mike ShullLanc. Co.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
> -------- Original message --------From: Pam Holmes <pamholmespa...> Date: 9/8/19 3:57 PM (GMT-05:00) To: <PABIRDS...> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Hawk watch reports I've been receiving the hawk watch reports.Pam HolmesLebanon CountyOn Sun, Sep 8, 2019 at 3:54 PM Gary Robson <garyrobson...> wrote:> I have not been receiving the hawk watch reports. Are other people> experiencing the same thing? Is there a reason why the are not being> reported?> Gary Robson> Lebanon County>> Go Army, beat Navy.
So have I.Mike ShullLanc. Co.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone -------- Original message --------From: Pam Holmes <pamholmespa...> Date: 9/8/19 3:57 PM (GMT-05:00) To: <PABIRDS...> Subject: Re: [PABIRDS] Hawk watch reports I've been receiving the hawk watch reports.Pam HolmesLebanon CountyOn Sun, Sep 8, 2019 at 3:54 PM Gary Robson <garyrobson...> wrote:> I have not been receiving the hawk watch reports. Are other people> experiencing the same thing? Is there a reason why the are not being> reported?> Gary Robson> Lebanon County>> Go Army, beat Navy.
On Sun, Sep 8, 2019 at 3:54 PM Gary Robson <garyrobson...> wrote:
> I have not been receiving the hawk watch reports. Are other people > experiencing the same thing? Is there a reason why the are not being > reported? > Gary Robson > Lebanon County > > Go Army, beat Navy.
I have not been receiving the hawk watch reports. Are other people experiencing the same thing? Is there a reason why the are not being reported?
Gary Robson
Lebanon County
Date: 9/7/19 10:56 pm From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (07 Sep 2019) 39 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 07, 2019
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Adam Bartles, Beatty Broughton, Don Manuel, Sue Manuel
Visitors:
THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE
CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (6): Adam Bartles, Don & Sue Manuel, Beaty Broughton, Joan
Maxwell
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 4-Red-shouldered
Hawk, 6-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (72) and Turkey Vultures (68).
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]: [PLEASE NOTE: On Sept.5, I
sent out the new large weekly “blog” and hotline in my new format - a
newsletter. This is NOT THESE reports you get from HawkCount. Rather,
it’s the newsletter from EBNT, with our upcoming schedule and the County
year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and are a regular
subscriber, look in your spam – a few servers send it there. [go
figure-lol] If you enjoy “the blog,” featuring the county species
list, and it ended up in your spam, you’ll have to follow your
provider’s method of “whitelisting” it, marking it as “not spam”
or it will always go there. It usually comes out every Thursday.
<BR><BR>
If enough background clouds are in the sky, I expect a pretty good early
season flight at Bucktoe’s hawk watch today with a good northwest wind,
and after the mess yesterday, they could be backed up just a bit. But
first I stopped at Wilson Road Pond where there was Lesser Yellowlegs and
Killdeer.
<BR><BR>
The Polo Fields, where tomorrow’s TLC fundraiser is to be held, had more
Killdeer – 200 of them.
<BR><BR>
At Bucktoe Adam was out very early this morning and in fact, had been out
yesterday in the rain before turning right around and giving up. I missed
him when I was in the meadow. Today though, he was invaluable to the
effort, since he’s such a good spotter and the hawks were flying!
Providing another thrill, a Common Nighthawk flew by during mid-day. Don
& Sue, official spotters you’ll recall fromlat year, were out, too. It
was after these “official spotters” showed up that not much else was
seen. Hmmmm..kinda makes you think, doesn’t it? Joan & Beaty soon
joined the fray. We had good numbers of hawks for a still early date. I
can’t wait for the main rush!
<BR><BR>
After today’s “Hawk Watch” concluded, I ventured over to New Garden
WTP where I found Ring-necked Duck, Wood Ducks, Great Blue Heron, Spotted
Sandpiper, Killdeer, and Lesser Yellowlegs. I also stopped for a second
time at Wilson Road Pond as I passed. There had been an increase in
shorebirds there since my stop this morning with 3 Greater Yellowlegs and
12Lesser Yellowlegs, along with Killdeer and Kestrel there now.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Common Nighthawk, COMMON RAVEN, Bobolinks, Black-and-white Warblers, and
Blue Grosbeaks
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (10): Monarch - 8, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Orange
Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated Fritillary, Cloudless
Sulphur. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black Saddlebags, Twelve-spotted
Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (2): Eastern Cottontail,
Eastern Gray Squirrel.
<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: 6.63; Steps:
15,546; Floors: 53.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 49; this season:
81
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):”
none.
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks pretty good with light favorable winds and lots
of clouds to help find the "sneaky guys."
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 07, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 12:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 3 hours
Official Counter: Dave Schwenk
Observers: Andy Francis
Visitors: none
Weather: Light SW wind under partly cloudy skies, temps mid 70's
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: 2 ravens
Predictions: much like today ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Chris Pugliese, Curt Calafut
Observers: Bob Kelly, Chris Pugliese, Chuck Root, John D'Amico, Judy Mayer
Visitors: Mayer Family
Weather: Beautiful
Raptor Observations: Juvenile Bald Eagle at 8:52 EST, 3rd year at 8:26 EST, and 4 Adults at 8:48, 10:16, 10:24 & 10:37 EST
Non-raptor Observations: 2 Ruby-throated Hummingbird, 3 Eastern Kingbird, 1 Common Nighthawk and 10 Cedar Waxwings
Predictions: Partly sunny and nice, high around 80F and winds WNW around 6 ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
This morning during a golf scramble I observed a Merlin (or two) spending time in the spruce trees at the DuBois Country Club along the 9th fairway. Additionally, a Screech-Owl has been hanging around our house in Treasure Lake.
Dan Richards
Treasure Lake
Date: 9/7/19 6:03 pm From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Allegheny Co. - Hilltop Park Nighthawk Watch
All,
Watched tonight until the mosquitoes drove me from the hilltop. My legs look like I have the pox...
A slow night became productive at sunset for nighthawks. More other species tonight than other nights. A nice couple from Mt. Lebanon counted with me and got their lifer nighthawks, and my friend Prakesh brought his son, who got his first nighthawks ever, as well.
I should be there tomorrow again, and I'll play it by ear after that, based on numbers. Bring your own mosquito management if staying past 7:30...
21 total species:
Red-tailed Hawk - one dark-backed bird that flew back and forth, hunting
Cooper's Hawk - the male was on the ridge of a roof, and then chased the RTHA
Common Grackle - 237, including a group of around 200
Mallard - 2
Osprey - 1, which my count friends got good looks at. I wonder if it was their first?
Barn Swallow - 3
Nighthawks: none have flown north to south in four days of watching
6:24 - 2 birds flying south to north
6:51 - 2 birds flying south to north
7:13 - 2 birds flying south to north
7:29 - 1 bird flying southwest to northeast
7:30 - 1 bird flying west to east
7:35 - 2 birds flying south to north
7:39 - 1 bird flying south to north
7:40 - 1 bird flying west to east
7:50 - 3 birds flying south to north
7:56 - 1 bird flying west to east
8:00 - 3 birds flying west to east
Date: 9/7/19 5:05 pm From: Marge . <marvantassel...> Subject: No rare birds but 3 Green Herons and a Broadwinged Hawk chased/harassed out of tree it was in by crows @ Northmoreland Park (Westmoreland Co.)
Fun to watch the herons as one had flown from cove other was in and 3rd one was hiding in a bush/tree where the run flows into the lake and 3 of us watched the hawk come flying out of a tree chased/harassed by 2 crows (almost eye level) then over the lake and into trees further out. There were about 12 Wood Ducks here this week also. Fun for a small park/lake. Marge Van Tassel Armstrong County
Non-raptor Observations: Blue grosbeak seen on the lookout, good flight of warbler and scarlet tanager this morning. Many swallows throughout the afternoon. ======================================================================== 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: 16:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Brian M. Wargo
Observers: Adam Katrancha, Ed Gowarty,Jr., Erika Bowman, Jeanine Ging, Jim Rocco, Mark McConaughy, Rich Jones
Visitors: Dan Shuman, Cliff and Kathy Kosmatinz, Tom Washburn, Tom Sanders, Rhonda Barnett, Barbara Kuiz, Pamala Synder, Sandy Cline, Bunny Manges, Jack Gilbert, Sue and Tom Belden, Anna Thorne, Jess and Matt Olson, Leah and Bailey Olson, Reba and Travis Talevia Sparks, John Spory
Weather: Partly cloudy skies, west winds, and pleasant temperatures all day.
Raptor Observations: Bald Eagles: Adult 11:26 a.m.; Unaged 11:35 a.m.
Black Vultures (not migrating nor recorded)
Non-raptor Observations: Blue Jays, Cedar Waxwings, Eastern Towhee, Red-eyed Vireos, Pee-wees, White-breasted Nuthatch, Chimney Swifts, Tree Swallows
Black Swallowtails, Orange Sulfurs, Eastern Tiger-swallowtails
9 Dragonflies
36 Hummingbirds
Predictions: West winds with sun and temperatures reaching around 70 degrees. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Brian M. Wargo (<brianwargo...>)
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 07, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 4 30 47 BE 8 32 75 NH 2 4 7 SS 5 17 23 CH 1 3 8 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 95 196 298 RT 9 44 100 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 5 10 18 ML 0 0 0 PG 0 1 2 UA 0 2 3 UB 1 2 3 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 2 2 3
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Dave Grove, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Deb Gingrich, Joe Yoder, Jonathan Stein, Karena Johnson, Meredith Lombard, Pat Freed, Paul Fritz, Ron Freed, Tim Johnson
Visitors: Carolyn Hoffman, Lanner and Harlan Johnson, 43
Weather: Mix of sun and clouds with NNW wind.
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 12:19 BE 4YR 2:47 (2) BE AD 10:44, 11:29, 12:01, 12:32, 1:34
First bird - UB 7:20 Last bird - OS 2:59
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs - 17 Hummers - 19 ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/7/19 9:38 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Second Mountain (03 Sep 2019) 3 Raptors
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 03, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 5 hours
Official Counter: Dave Schwenk
Observers: Gayle Lawrence, Joe Meloney, Steve Rannels
Weather: Light NW winds under an AM clear sky becoming cloudy in the PM
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations:
======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Date: 9/7/19 1:35 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (06 Sep 2019) 4 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 06, 2019
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Hannah Greenberg, Kelley Nunn
Visitors:
DELAWARE NATURE SOCIETY’S NIGHTHAWK WATCH & THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR
SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE CREEK PRESERVE
<BR><BR>
Visitors (3): Hannah Greenberg, Kelley Nunn
<BR><BR>
Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
<BR><BR>
Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 2-Red-tailed Hawk,
and numerous Black (4) and Turkey Vultures (24).
<BR><BR>
Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]: [PLEASE NOTE: On Sept. 5, I
sent out the new large weekly “blog” and hotline in my new format - a
newsletter. This is NOT THESE reports you get from HawkCount. Rather,
it’s the newsletter from EBNT, with our upcoming schedule and the County
year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and are a regular
subscriber, look in your spam – a few servers send it there. [go
figure-lol] If you enjoy “the blog,” featuring the county species
list, and it ended up in your spam, you’ll have to follow your
provider’s method of “whitelisting” it, marking it as “not spam”
or it will always go there. It usually comes out every Thursday.
<BR><BR>
Greater Yellowlegs and Lesser Yellowlegs were still at Wilson Road Pond
when I swung past this morning; Killdeer and Kestrels, too.
<BR><BR>
The weather looked ominous, impending with doom, when I arrived at Bucktoe
to begin our hawk watch. This is not to be a fun day. It will be lonely
out here, too. As nobody was here, I took a walk thru the drizzle to
“Warbler Meadow,” finding it much different than the onslaught
yesterday. I had a couple of warblers and missed a few “chip” notes
that would not move to be seen, but NOTHING like the activity of the prior
day. And don’t you know that while I was away from my post somebody
showed up at the watch? They must be walking around looking for me, as
they were nowhere to be found. It turns out it was Kelley and Hannah, and
Hannah was without her binoculars; a rookie mistake for such a
self-proclaimed “good birder.” [gotcha Hannah] They too, had walked to
“Warbler Meadow” and found it much quieter. That did not keep Hannah
for reverting to character. As Hannah was already elbow deep into my box
of Boston Cream Donuts [you know how she is], I asked Kelley if she wanted
one [while there was still one left]. She declined, while suggesting a new
rule that donuts can only be had by those WITH binoculars. I like it,
Kelley, though it sounds like your relationship is having some “Rocky
Roads,” but that’s ice cream, isn’t it? Kelley can’t eat sweets.
That’s OK though, as Hannah has “sweet tooth’ enough for both of
them. In fact, she has a full set of bicuspids and molars, including the
wisdom teeth! [Sweet or not, very rare for a Delawarian] It’s amazing,
though. Hannah weighs about 400 pounds less than the 500 pounds her
appetite for sweets and bad liquor would otherwise suggest. [After this
blogging, she’ll have binoculars the NEXT TIME!]
<BR><BR>
It surely was a slow day at the watch today with the miserable dreary
drizzle. After leaving, I stopped at New Garden WTP where there was Wood
Ducks, Ring-necked Duck, Spotted Sandpiper, and Lesser Yellowlegs.
<BR><BR>
The Polo Fields held 218 Killdeer, but still no other shorebirds this year.
I’ve only had a single Least Sandpiper thus far this fall. These fields
have always produced much more, but there is still time.
<BR><BR>
On the way to visiting my Mom, I stopped at Marsh Creek Lake, hoping for
terns, but seeing only Great Blue Herons, Great Egrets, and a
Double-crested Cormorant.
<BR><BR>
---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
<BR><BR>
----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
<BR><BR>
Great Blue Heron, Canada Warbler, Magnolia Warbler, and Bobolinks.
<BR><BR>
----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (1): Monarch -1. Dragonflies (0).
Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (2): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray
Squirrel.
<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: 3.32; Steps:
7,769; Floors: 12.
<BR><BR>
----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
<BR><BR>
TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 41; this season:
81
<BR><BR>
NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):”
none.
<BR><BR>
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks good with much better sky - if enough background
clouds - and good NW winds. Expect a few early Broad-wings backed up from
yesterday.
<BR><BR>
Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
========================================================================
Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 06, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Non-raptor Observations: Chickadees, Tufted Titmouse, American Goldfinches, Swifts, swallows, Carolina Wren, Red eyed vireos, Blue Gray Gnatcatchers, Solitaire Vireo, cedar waxwings Monarch Butterflies = 6
Predictions: Much like today ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Date: 9/6/19 7:41 pm From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Allegheny Co. - Hilltop Park Nighthawk Watch
Hello All,
Well, I don't know if anyone else came to count, but I had an abbreviated count before my new local friend Prakesh spirited me away from our watching spot to their family home for a wonderful second dinner of homemade Indian dishes that (nearly) made me forget about birding until well after nightfall.
There were birds in the 19 minutes I was there:
Bald Eagle/Osprey - 1 bird was flying over the houses towards Carnegie/Greentree, and I couldn't get my bino covers off fast enough to see it before it was out of view. I am strongly leaning towards Osprey, as the coloration, size, and an eventual arching of the wings was done.
European Starling - 276, including one group of 240
Common Grackle - 70, just as I was leaving
NIghthawks:
6:24 - 1 bird moving south to north
6:27 - 7 birds moving south to north
I left at 6:34, unfortunately for the count, but fortunately for a wonderful life experience of culture, family, and three generations of people who wanted to learn all about the birds and birding places around them (among many other things, and it wasn't one sided, either). One of Prakesh's sons, a doctor, had a cell video he took of a soaring Turkey Vulture, but never knew they existed, and they were very interested to learn more. THAT is why we do it! Just by chance of remembering this park last week, I've found a good place to watch for flocking migrants, AND I've made great acquaintances and have taught a lot of people about the birds all around them. A very happy night!
Date: 9/6/19 5:45 pm From: Bettina Heffner <BettinaHef...> Subject: Lancaster Co Bird Club Mtg features Red Creek Wildlife Center on 9/12/19; program suitable for children
The Lancaster County Bird Club will meet Thursday, September 12, 2019 at 7:00 pm in the auditorium of the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster, PA.
Peggy Hentz, founder of Red Creek Wildlife Center, will present Basic Introduction to Raptors. She will bring 4 birds; 1 hawk, 1 owl, 1 vulture, and whoever else is in a good mood that day. This program is appropriate for children of kindergarten age and up and will be enjoyed by adults. Peggy founded Red Creek Wildlife Center, Inc in 1991. She is a wildlife rehabilitator, educator, speaker, and author. Her most recent project is www.WildlifeEDU.com<http://www.wildlifeedu.com/> which offers training for wildlife rehabilitators through online classes. She lives with her two Dobermans, Diesel and Zoey, and spends her private time writing.
A short business meeting will precede the program. The public is invited to attend free of charge and may call 717-725-2717 or 717-984-2738 with questions. More information about the club can be found on its website at www.lancasterbirdclub.org<http://www.lancasterbirdclub.org/> and on Facebook @ Lancaster Bird Club.
Non-raptor Observations: cedar waxwings, chimney swifts, ruby-throated hummingbirds, raven, crow. yellow swallowtail, black swallowtail, cabbage white, sulfur, 60 monarch butterflies.
Predictions: Sunny with afternoon clouds. High of 70 degrees F. Wind out of the WNW at 10-15 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Stewart (<bob...>)
======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 06, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Ed Wanamaker, Rick Gaeta, Ron Hillegass
Weather: Cloud cover was 80-100% all day. Winds were from the E and SE with gusts up to 16mph. Temperatures ranged from 60-70F. Clear visibility was 5 miles all day while total visibility extended out 10 miles.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagle: 1036
Non-raptor Observations:
Predictions: Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Northwest wind 5 to 11 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 06, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 4 26 43 BE 7 24 67 NH 0 2 5 SS 4 12 18 CH 1 2 7 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 34 101 203 RT 3 35 91 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 1 5 13 ML 0 0 0 PG 0 1 2 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 1 2 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Ron Freed
Observers: Charlotte Catalano, Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Pat Freed, Ron Freed
Visitors: 2
Weather: Light N wind, early morning fog, partly cloudy skies.
Raptor Observations: BE JUV 12:37, 01:13 BE WB 10:57, 10:57, BE 4TH 12:53 BE AD 10:57, 2:54
First bird SS 9:37 Last bird BE 2:54
1 juvenile NG was observed flying (hunting) NE very low over the rocks at approx. 7:35. Were this bird flying the "right way", it would have been a new early season record by one day.
Non-raptor Observations: Hummers 8 Monarchs 12 ======================================================================== Report submitted by dave grove (<waggap...>) Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Observation start time: 08:15:00 Observation end time: 13:15:00 Total observation time: 3.5 hours
Official Counter: Andrew Wolfgang, Fred Paley
Observers: Chad Erhardt, Fred Paley, Jim Wendt
Visitors: 0
Weather: A cool and breezy day at the count site. Early sunshine was clouded over by noon. Wind was blowing northeast.
Raptor Observations: Small raptor movement this morning slowing by the afternoon.
Non-raptor Observations: Great Black-backed Gull-1 Canada Goose-22 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Andrew Wolfgang (<a19wolfgang...>)
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 13:15:00 Total observation time: 5.25 hours
Official Counter: Jen Steigerwalt
Observers:
Weather:
Raptor Observations: BAEA ad 12:57 PM
Non-raptor Observations: Hummingbird - 1 ======================================================================== Report submitted by Jen Anderson (<jab56...>)
Observation start time: 08:15:00 Observation end time: 12:30:00 Total observation time: 4.25 hours
Official Counter: Alan Simon, Dave Eberly
Observers:
Visitors: Bob Kelly
Weather: Heavy overcast skies and gusty winds from the outer fringes of Hurricane Dorian off the Carolinas coast. Intermittent light drizzle turned more steady and heavier about 1 pm DST so the hawk watch ended at 1:25 DST
Raptor Observations: only one migrant, a BW early. An imm, probably juv, Bald Eagle flew in at low altitude turned and disappeared behind our "disappearing tree". It was not counted as a migrant.
Non-raptor Observations: Tree swallows and chimney swifts were around. Also 3 eastern kingbirds squabbling in the metasequoias, at least 3 eastern bluebirds, and a small flock of cedar waxwings.
Predictions: Could be a nice day with some birds. Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Northwest wind 7 to 10 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Eberly (<david.eberly...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Contributors: Michael David, Karyn Delaney, Jerry McWilliams, Steve Sanford, Mark Vass, Carole Winslow, Kendall Zook.
Compiler: Amy Taracido
Wednesday, 14 August 2019 through Wednesday, 28 August 2019 (two weeks)
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NOTE: Increased numbers of COMMON NIGHTHAWKS have been reported this week.
ALLEGHENY COUNTY:
On 8/16 in Duquesne, 1 YELLOW-CROWNED NIGHT-HERON (MD et. al.).
In Schenley Park on 8/21, 1 MERLIN (KSJ).
BEAVER COUNTY:
At Raccoon Creek State Park on 8/23, 1 LESSER YELLOWLEGS (MVas).
BUTLER COUNTY:
On 8/23 at Moraine State Park, GREAT EGRET, CAPE MAY WARBLER, and others (KD).
CLARION COUNTY:
Over Sligo on 8/24, VEERY, CHESTNUT-SIDED WARBLER, and others (CW).
ERIE COUNTY:
On 8/15 at Presque Isle, 1 WHIMBREL; on 8/16, 1 AMERICAN AVOCET; on 8/17, 6 AMERICAN AVOCETS; on 8/18, 1 AMERICAN GOLDEN-PLOVER, 14 AMERICAN AVOCETS; also through this week, 1-2 RED KNOTS, 1-4 WILLETS, WHIMBRELS; on 8/19, 2 MARBLED GODWITS (JM); on 8/22, sightings included BLACK-BELLIED PLOVER, 2 PIPING PLOVERS, SEMIPALMATED PLOVER, GREATER YELLOWLEGS, LESSER YELLOWLEGS, WHIMBREL, RED KNOT, SANDERLING, SEMIPALMATED SANDPIPER, LEAST SANDPIPER, PECTORAL SANDPIPER, SHORT-BILLED DOWITCHER (KZ et. al.).
INDIANA COUNTY:
On 8/22 at Yellow Creek State Park, 2 SEMIPALMATED PLOVERS, 1 SHORT-BILLED DOWITCHER, 1 GREATER YELLOWLEGS, 2 LESSER YELLOWLEGS, 10 SEMIPALMATED SANDPIPERS, 19 LEAST SANDPIPERS, 3 PECTORAL SANDPIPERS (MVas).
MERCER COUNTY:
At Chestnut Run on 8/23, 2 CAPE MAY WARBLERS (SS).
Through 8/23 at Buhl Park, RED-HEADED WOODPECKERS (SS).
Date: 9/6/19 11:54 am From: JFoulke <000000e096e748ef-dmarc-request...> Subject: Fwd: Bucks County Birders Sept. Mtg
Bucks County Birders invite you to join us on September 24 when Dr. Rob Fergus will present "What is it like to be a bird: How birds see the world." We can never know exactly what it is like to be another species, but by paying attention to their perceptual abilities - including vision, hearing, taste and other means of sensation - we can come up with an understanding of how they perceive and interact with their environment. Dr. Fergus will explain how birds see the world: their field of view; color perception; ability to focus; and differentiate moments of time. Come and learn what it's like to be a bird.
Birding Club of Delaware County President Rob Fergus studies human-bird interactions and received his Ph.D. in geography from the University of Texas at Austin in 2008. Rob is the former executive director of Travis Audubon Society, founder of the Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory in Austin, Texas and National Audubon Senior Scientist for Urban Bird Conservation. He currently teaches geography and environmental studies at Rowan University.
Bucks County Birders meets on Tuesday September 24th at 7:30pm at the Peace Valley Nature Center, 170 N Chapman Rd, Doylestown, PA. Enter through the "deer gate" on the right side of the building. Meetings are free; all welcome.Directions: www.peacevalleynaturecenter.org 40.33067, -75.14968
Date: 9/6/19 8:37 am From: Robert Protz <0000005c73c8f66d-dmarc-request...> Subject: Hummingbirds
Dear PABirders, There is a video on Facebook's PA Birders group from 9/4 showing an adult male Rufous in Berks Co. ID is unmistakable. And . . . Mark Boyd, did you get any photos of your possible Mexican Violetear / Broadtail? (Note the name change from Green Violetear). If that hummer is still around, please get photos. There was an unofficial Mexican Violetear in State College back in August of 2005, but noone got photos, so it's not an officially recognized sighting (but I know someone who saw it). Rob Rob ProtzBrackenridge PAhttp://pahummers.tripod.com/
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Tom Bush
Observers: Alan Simon, Bill Roache, John D'Amico, Judy Mayer
Visitors: Sam Mayer
Weather: Cloudy but pleasant, winds ENE and light
Raptor Observations: 3 Cooper's Hawks, 8 Red-tailed Hawks and one Peregrine Falcon, not counted, the Hawks were deemed locals and the falcon flew North instead of Southwest
Non-raptor Observations: 3 Nighthawks and one Great Egret flying by
Predictions: Cloudy and cool ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
Date: 9/6/19 6:11 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (05 Sep 2019) 6 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 05, 2019
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Observation start time: 08:00:00
Observation end time: 15:00:00
Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Beatty Broughton, Gerry Teig, Howard Campbell, Kelley Nunn
Visitors:
DELAWARE NATURE SOCIETY’S NIGHTHAWK WATCH & THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR
SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE CREEK PRESERVE
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Visitors (5): Howard Campbell, Gerry Teig, Kelley Nunn, Beaty Broughton
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Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
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Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle,
1-Cooper's Hawk, 1-Red-shouldered Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous
Black (54) and Turkey Vultures (64).
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----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-1; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-_
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Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]: [PLEASE NOTE: On Sept. 5, I
sent out the new large weekly “blog” and hotline in my new format - a
newsletter. This is NOT THESE reports you get from HawkCount. Rather,
it’s the newsletter from EBNT, with our upcoming schedule and the County
year bird list, etc. If you aren’t receiving it and are a regular
subscriber, look in your spam – a few servers send it there. [go
figure-lol] If you enjoy “the blog,” featuring the county species
list, and it ended up in your spam, you’ll have to follow your
provider’s method of “whitelisting” it, marking it as “not spam”
or it will always go there. It usually comes out every Thursday.
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Driving by, I just had to stop at Wilson Rd. Pond on my way to Bucktoe.
There were Greater Yellowlegs, Lesser Yellowlegs and Killdeer, to make my
visit worthwhile.
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Howard and Gerry were out to Bucktoe early. Howard received
“full-partial credit” for the discovery of a Bald Eagle [Howard loves
his Eagles], as did Kelley for finding a very high, lone Broad-winged Hawk
when she arrived. Nice job, guys!
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Kelley ventured a walk to our wonderful “Warbler Meadow,” finding
several Black-throated Green Warblers, Magnolia Warblers, American
Redstarts, Chestnut-sided Warblers, and Warbling Vireo. That place really
produces! We shared a COMMON RAVEN sighting before she returned; both
groups hearing and seeing it overhead with Vultures.
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Not being able to resist, I drifted that way, finding those species plus 5
Canada Warblers, Black-and White Warblers, ,even more Black-throated Green
Warblers, Magnolia Warblers, Chestnut-sided Warblers, American Redstarts,
Warbling Vireos and Red-eyed Vireos. WOW!! It was the best I’ve ever
seen it - and at 1pm! Beaty showed up after this onslaught. So, we took a
third walk there. The birding continued to be fantastic, adding
Blackburnian Warbler, Blackpoll Warblers, and Scarlet Tanager to the above
list. Double WOW!!
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While I was enjoying this amazing afternoon “fallout,” Mike texted with
news of PHILADELPHIA VIREO [FOY], Little Blue Heron, and his own Canada
Warbler, Magnolia Warbler, and Redstarts, all at the Abbondi section of
Longwood Gardens. Please be aware that his is private property, but these
species are around now and to be looked for.. [MG]
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After ending a rather productive day at Bucktoe, I stopped at New Garden
WTP. There were Lesser Yellowlegs, Killdeer, and Wood Ducks, but nothing
more exciting.
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---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
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----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
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Killdeer, Warbling Vireos, COMMON RAVEN, American Redstarts, Black-throated
Green Warblers, Black-and-white Warblers, Magnolia Warblers, Blackburnian
Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warblers, Blackpoll Warblers, Canada Warblers,
Bobolinks, Scarlet Tanager, and Blue Grosbeak
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----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (10): Monarch - 8, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black Saddlebags,
Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals (2): Eastern
Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel.
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----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: 3.23; Steps:
7,566; Floors: 21.
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----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
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TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 59; this season:
81
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NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (6):”
Killdeer, Warbling Vireo, Canada Warbler, Blackburnian Warbler, Blackpoll
Warbler, and Scarlet Tanager.
Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks Cloudy with some rain. Not the best.
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Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
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Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Date: 9/5/19 7:17 pm From: Rudy Keller <rckeller...> Subject: another big thrush flight, berks
From 5:25-6:05 a.m., 9/5, I heard about 350 nocturnal flight calls , mostly of Veery but including some Wood Thrush, while sitting on my deck chair drinking tea here in eastern Berks. It was overcast with light westerly winds, damp but comfortable. Birds were still flying and calling when the locals were waking up and beginning to sing and it was light enough to see the outlines of nearby plants. Mornings of light or calm winds are best for hearing such calls. I live in the sticks. I hear the usual few neighbors start up their cars and drive to work, but there is no constant drone of morning traffic to mask calls.
Date: 9/5/19 6:36 pm From: Karyn Delaney <delaneykaryn...> Subject: Fwd: eBird Report - Moraine State Park, North Country Trail & Butterfly Trail at McDanel's Boat Launch, Sep 5, 2019
Subject: Butler County eBird Report - Moraine State Park, North Country Trail & Butterfly Trail at McDanel's Boat Launch, Sep 5, 2019
On this beautiful day, our first bird was a very visible juvenile Brown Thrasher. Along the Butterfly Trails, we had Chestnut-sided, Black-throated Green, American Redstarts, Common Yellowthroats, and Blackpoll Warblers. A Green Heron continues along the water. Kingbirds and Phoebes were chasing one another in the same area. In the Sycamore trees along Muddy Creek viewed from the North Country Trail were Cape May and Chestnut-sided warblers.
Karyn & Ray Delaney
Moraine State Park, North Country Trail & Butterfly Trail at McDanel's Boat Launch, Butler, Pennsylvania, US Sep 5, 2019 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Protocol: Traveling 2.0 mile(s) 29 species (+1 other taxa)
Wood Duck 5 Ruby-throated Hummingbird 3 Green Heron 1 Turkey Vulture 2 Red-bellied Woodpecker 1 Downy Woodpecker 1 Eastern Wood-Pewee 1 Least Flycatcher 1 Empidonax sp. 1 Eastern Phoebe 5 Eastern Kingbird 2 Red-eyed Vireo 1 Blue Jay 6 American Crow 4 Black-capped Chickadee 9 White-breasted Nuthatch 1 Carolina Wren 2 Gray Catbird 11 Brown Thrasher 1 Juvenile American Robin 1 American Goldfinch 1 Eastern Towhee 1 Common Yellowthroat 2 American Redstart 2 Cape May Warbler 1 Chestnut-sided Warbler 2 Blackpoll Warbler 2 Black-throated Green Warbler 1 Scarlet Tanager 1 female Northern Cardinal 3 Including 1 recently fledged young
Date: 9/5/19 6:23 pm From: Matthew Juskowich <0000000ca4f4ccd1-dmarc-request...> Subject: American Golden Plover Washington County
The bird was still present tonight on the mudflat off old ridge road kayak launch at cross creek park in Avella. I also did have a juvenile semipalmated sandpiper there. this is a new bird. Come on Buff Breasted Sandpiper or another rare shorebird lol. hopefully the north winds over the weekend will bring in new shorebirds. Matthew JuskowichAllegheny County
Date: 9/5/19 6:22 pm From: Mark Boyd <mrboyd58...> Subject: Unusual Looking Hummingbird - Northampton County
While working on a job in Bangor, a hummingbird flew past twice, within fifteen feet, while checking out some flowers. This bird appeared heavier than a ruby-throated, was DARK, (did not see any light color) with BLUE. A coworker also saw this bird - he is familiar with ruby-throated, his wife has feeders and plantings. I asked him to describe what he saw, and his description matched mine. I am thinking possible green violet-ear, or broad-billed hummingbird - my initial thought. I would appreciate thoughts/feedback.
Observation start time: 08:30:00 Observation end time: 16:30:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Bob Stewart
Observers: Bob Wertz, Ed Gowarty,Sr, Jim Rocco, Joe Sabo, Mike Wolfe, Nancy Ott
Visitors: 8- Tom Sanders, Bob & Rhonda Wilson, Dick Akers, Rocky Madison, Charley Voytko with 2 guests.
Weather: Heavy cloud cover. Seanonably warm. Light wind out of the ENE then E. Visibility 27 to 30 km.
Raptor Observations: 98 migrating raptors. 1 Northern Goshawk (juv) at 1:15 PM 15 Bald Eagles- morning eagles distant to the east but afternoon eagles overhead or just off escarpment to east. B.E juv (3)- 9:40; 2:20; 2:46 sub (7) - 11:32; 2:02; 2;16; 2@2:26; 2:52; 321 Ad (4) 2:19; 2:50; 2:58; 3:22 Unk (1) 10:34 Local turkey vultures.
Non-raptor Observations: many ravens - (1) with white wings; blue jays; 3 ruby-throated hummingbirds; 18 cedar waxwinbgs. 14 Monarch butterflies.
Predictions: High temp of 76 degrees F. Clouds and sun. Winds from ESE at 6 mph. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Stewart (<bob...>)
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 05, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:30:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Fred Wilcox
Observers: Joan Renninger, Rosemary Spreha
Visitors: None other than observers.
Weather: Partly cloudy early the early hours but by mid day sky was completely overcast. A very light and variable breeze mainly from the North. Visibility was excellent. Temperature range of 62 to73.
Raptor Observations: 2 immature BE observed and counted A 3rd immature observed but not counted
First bird BW at 8:42 Last bird RT at 13:40
Non-raptor Observations: Pileated woodpecker in dead oak at site
Predictions: Mostly cloudy with NW breeze ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Date: 9/5/19 4:13 pm From: reeser <reeser...> Subject: Brown Thrasher, Hummingbirds, Cumberland County
At least 2 ruby throated hummingbirds were here today, since they were chasing each other around the yard. Also, have been seeing the brown thrasher at the suet dough feeder again today and earlier this week. And we now have 2 giant swallowtail butterflies on the zinnias as of today, as well as the monarch.
Other birds seen today are downy woodpecker, chickadee, blue jay, red bellied woodpecker (young), cardinals (male, female, young), white breasted nuthatch, song sparrow, goldfinch, house finch, house sparrow, starling. Yesterday also saw carolina wren, catbird.
Raptor Observations: Hatch year bald eagle passed over the lookout at 11:33. Final raptor of the day was a merlin chasing a common nighthawk.
Non-raptor Observations: Slow warbler flight in the morning due to sharp-shinned hawk, olive-sided flycatcher, and six common nighthawk. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
The Sabine’s gull on Lake Clarke on the Susquehanna river is currently just upriver from the Safe Harbor dam viewable from the Shanks Mare boat launch area.
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 05, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Ed Wanamaker, Rob Keith, Scott Keys
Weather: Skies were clouded all day with a cover of 90%. Temperatures ranged from 59-78F. Clear visibility was 5 miles all day while maximum was over 10. The winds were generally from the NW with strong gusts in the morning up to 7mph.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagle: 1326a Peregrine falcon: 1402a
Non-raptor Observations: 1 raven and 4 hummingbirds.
Predictions: A chance of rain after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. East wind 6 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Date: 9/5/19 1:30 pm From: Joe Yuhas <joseph.yuhas...> Subject: Possible Rarity at Woodland Hills Preserve - Northampton County
Hello all,
***Full disclosure - I’m not 100% sure on the id of this bird. This is just my best guess, so please take this with a grain of salt.***
This morning I birded the inner trail at Woodland Hills Preserve and found a bird I could not positively id. My best guess is an Eastern Bell’s Vireo. I wanted to post this here, in case anyone is feeling adventurous and wants to try to re-find the bird. Hopefully someone with a camera, lol. Unfortunately I don’t have one.
Here are my notes from this morning…
First impression was Tennessee Warbler. Olive body with grayish face. Subtle barely darker eye line. But noticed two strong white wing bars. And tail seemed too long and bill a little thick. Bill maybe not sharp enough for a warb. Then thought Philadelphia Vireo/White-eyed Vireo. Dark iris. But no yellow spectacles. White belly with yellow wash on sides down across vent. Never got super good look at bill for thickness but impression seemed to be between Tennessee Warbler and Red-eyed Vireo thickness/size. First seen in bush along trail here (40.6175028, -75.2824321). Lost track of it in this bush (40.6180749, -75.2821495). Was moving with a mixed flock. Best guess is Eastern Bell’s Vireo, but I know that’s very rare.
The white wing bars were very prominent. After studying field guide and pictures, the hang up would be that I didn’t get the greatest look at the bill and BEVI supposedly have one prominent white wing bar and one faint one. This could have been the case with the bird I saw. I just remember thinking the wing bars were prominent enough that Tennessee Warbler, Philly Vireo, and Warbling Vireo would be ruled out. And I saw no sign of any spectacles or yellow on the face for White-eyed Vireo.
I’m going to try to swing back after work around 5:30/6 to see if I can re-find it. If anyone is interested in joining, feel free to call/text/email.
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 05, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 6 22 39 BE 2 17 60 NH 0 2 5 SS 4 8 14 CH 0 1 6 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 17 67 169 RT 4 32 88 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 0 4 12 ML 0 0 0 PG 0 1 2 UA 0 2 3 UB 0 1 2 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Joe Lavella, Pat Freed, Ron Freed
Visitors: Holly Smith, 2
Weather: Cloudy with strong WNW/N winds in the morning turning light N then very light NW.
Raptor Observations: BE WB 9:43 BE JUV 2:59 First bird OS 7:50 Last bird BE 2:59
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 4 Hummers 7 ======================================================================== Report submitted by () Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Date: 9/5/19 12:34 pm From: Kate StJohn <0000000f59b962a9-dmarc-request...> Subject: Warblers at Frick Park this a.m.
I found 8 species of warblers at Frick Park this morning on the Bench Trail. They gave me a hint of their existence when I paused near the intersection of Riverview & Iron Gate Trails.. so I walked into the woods.
Best birds were two hooded warblers chasing each other and stirring up an ovenbird.
30 species in all. Checklist is here
https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S59534338
Date: 9/5/19 4:30 am From: Hawkcount.Org Reports <reports...> Subject: Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve (04 Sep 2019) 9 Raptors
Southern Chester County Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve
Avondale, Pennsylvania, USA
Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 04, 2019
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Observation start time: 08:00:00
Observation end time: 14:00:00
Total observation time: 6 hours
Official Counter: Larry Lewis
Observers: Gerry Teig
Visitors:
DELAWARE NATURE SOCIETY’S NIGHTHAWK WATCH & THE LAND CONSERVANCY FOR
SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY’S HAWK WATCH AT BUCKTOE CREEK PRESERVE
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Visitors (2): Gerry Teig
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Thanks everyone, for coming to beautiful Bucktoe Creek Preserve!
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Raptor Observations:
----“Raptors” seen, but deemed not to be migrating: 1-Bald Eagle,
1-Red-shouldered Hawk, 4-Red-tailed Hawk, and numerous Black (73) and
Turkey Vultures (52).
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----Bald Eagle ages: 1 yr.-_; 2 yr.-_; 3 yr.-_; 4 yr.-_; adult-1
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Non-raptor Observations:
TODAY’S Bucktoe Bird Blog [‘BBB’]:
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Making a bird seed run this morning, Jerry beat me to Bucktoe this morning.
I also stopped at Wilson Rd. Pond seeing Greater Yellowlegs and Kestrels.
The Polo Fields held 150 Killdeer this morning, but no other shorebird was
there.
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At Bucktoe, we found winds fairly strong and from a direction not favorable
for hawk migration – southwest. In that wind I found 2 Broad-winged
Hawks circling with a group of Black Vultures. A couple more came along
later.
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After a rather basic day of birding at the hawk watch, I stopped at the New
Garden WTP seeing Lesser Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper, Killdeer, Wood
Ducks and the Ring-necked Duck reported earlier.
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I also took a second look at Wilson Road pod, finding a Lesser Yellowlegs,
Killdeer, and a Pectoral Sandpiper had joined the 2 Greater Yellowlegs seen
this morning. [see pictures] This pond is quickly drying up and is prime
for a Baird’s Sandpipr [a lover of drier edges] to show up. It is the
place I found my first Baird’s; I believe a pair of birds sometime way
back in the mid-1800’s. [Just self-blogged. Is no one safe?] A pair of
Kestrels and a Bank Swallow were here, too.
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---- Thanks to Delaware Nature Society & The Land Conservancy for Southern
Chester County for their support, and especially, to the Brokaws, for not
only their incredible support, but gracious generosity in opening their
property to the public for this watch, and oh, so very much more!
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----ADDITIONAL BIRD HIGHLIGHTS:
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Eastern Kingbird [getting a bit late], Bobolinks, and Blue Grosbeak
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----OTHER WILDLIFE NOTED: Butterflies (11): Monarch - 12, Cabbage White,
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Eastern Tailed Blue, Clouded Sulphur, Pearl
Crescent, Orange Sulphur, Buckeye, Red-spotted Purple, Variegated
Fritillary, Cloudless Sulphur. Dragonflies (3): Green Darner, Black
Saddlebags, Twelve-spotted Skimmer. Reptiles & Amphibians (0). Mammals
(2): Eastern Cottontail, Eastern Gray Squirrel.
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----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: 1.83; Steps:
4,262; Floors: 28.
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----“SEASON’S BIRD SPECIES LIST” – we at Bucktoe are not just a
Hawk Watch, but conduct a migration tally from the site. We include it
here, from time to time (about once a week), to let you know what else
we’re seeing here at the Bucktoe Watch. 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.
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TOTAL SPECIES – Identified from watch site: today: 42; this season:
75
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NEW SPECIES ADDED TODAY TO THIS YEAR’S “WATCH SPECIES LIST (0):”
none.
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Predictions:
Tomorrow’s flight looks not terrific, but not a total washout, with heavy
clouds with cracks of sun. Light north winds.
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Come join us, folks! We’re here every day thru Nov. 30, 9am thru 3pm.
Rain or shine. Additionally, thru Sept. 3, I will be here 5pm till dark
for the “Nighthawk Watch.”
This report is being sent individually to participants and people deemed to
be interested parties. If you wish off the list, kindly notify me and you
will be removed. However, this one mailing list is how I notify every one
of our events, our walk schedule, tours and rare birds.
The Hawk Watch at Bucktoe Creek Preserve is sponsored by THE LAND
CONSERVANCY FOR SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY. While the Nighthawk Watch is
sponsored by Delaware Nature Society. Please contact us at
<earlybirdtours...> with questions or comments.
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Report submitted by Larry Lewis (<earlybirdtours...>)
Site Description:
High open meadow near Red Clay Creek
Directions to site:
From Kennett Square, PA (in southern Chester County):
Take Union Street south out of town. This becomes Kaolin Road. Make a right
onto Hillendale Road. Proceed about 1.5 miles to Sharp Road and make a
left. At the second hilltop on Sharp Road, the entrance is on the left
across from Candlewyck development. (432 Sharp Rd.) Upon entering driveway,
make a right on gravel road opposite first driveway you see on left. Follow
gravel road (and the "Hawk Watch" signs for about 1/2 mile to the pavilion
on the left and the parking area in the grass to the right.
Date: 9/4/19 7:46 pm From: Ryan Tomazin <wvwarblers...> Subject: Allegheny Co. - Hilltop Park Nighthawk Watch
All,
Well, it was a good night for other birds, but bad for nighthawks. A cool breeze started from the west, signaling the cold front that's coming in.
Mourning Dove - 15+
Chimney Swift - 66+
Cedar Waxwing - 19+
Cooper's Hawk - 2, I believe...one appeared female-sized, and later from a faraway direction, a much smaller male flew in
Common Grackle - 269
Osprey - 1!
Nighthawk:
7:54 - 1 bird flew in from the south, hawked above the bowl for four minutes and disappeared.
That was it! I do believe that gives me/us 375 birds so far. Unless personal plans fall through, I will not be counting tomorrow, but will be back on Friday evening.
Observation start time: 05:00:00 Observation end time: 16:45:00 Total observation time: 11.08 hours
Compiler: Laurie Goodrich
Counters: Andrew Consilor, Brian Ferrence, Rudy Keller, Yi-hua
Weather: Fog and heavy overcast in morning then lifting to 20 km visibility in afternoon. hot, 25 deg C, S to SW to W to WNW
Raptor Observations: adult bald with dark tip tail 1135 am imm peregrine NOT MIGrANT went back north after harassing redtails and coopers 1530 AD Peregrine 1550
Non-raptor Observations: 123 waxwngs, 49 swifts, 7 spp warblers but not big numbers. 25 barn swallow, 10 tanagers, 620 co grackle ======================================================================== Report submitted by Laurie Goodrich (<goodrich...>) Hawk Mountain Sanctuary information may be found at: http://www.hawkmountain.org/
Waggoner's Gap 40 km W of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 04, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total ------------------ ----------- -------------- -------------- BV 0 0 0 TV 0 0 0 OS 10 16 33 BE 5 15 58 NH 1 2 5 SS 2 4 10 CH 0 1 6 NG 0 0 0 RS 0 1 3 BW 5 50 152 RT 9 28 84 RL 0 0 0 GE 0 0 0 AK 1 4 12 ML 0 0 0 PG 0 1 2 UA 0 2 3 UB 1 1 2 UF 0 0 0 UE 0 0 0 UR 0 0 1
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Charlotte Catalano, Ron Freed
Observers: Dave Grove, Gene Wagner, Pat Freed, Ron Freed
Visitors: Gene Odato, Jon and Gigi Gere 13
Weather: Mostly sunny with a light SW wind becoming moderate WNW
Raptor Observations: BE Juv 09:50 BE WB 01:47 BE AD 11:27, 11:50 BE UNAGED 01:18 First bird SS 7:08 Last bird BW 2:51
Non-raptor Observations: Monarchs 6 Hummers 19 Luna moth caterpillar (likely 5th instar) on the rocks ======================================================================== Report submitted by () Waggoner's Gap information may be found at: www.waggap.com
Bake Oven Knob 2 miles North of Germansville, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 04, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Caleb Hinojos
Observers: Ed Wanamaker, Jeff Hopkins, Rob Keith
Weather: Heavy fog and low clouds in the morning eventually gave way late in the morning to allow clear visibility up to 4 miles. Temperatures ranged from 69-82F. Winds were primarily from the SW with gusts up to 6mph.
Raptor Observations: Bald eagles: 1037a, 1200a, 1200a, 1324a, 1347a, 1420a
Non-raptor Observations: 7 Hummingbirds
Predictions: Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the morning. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Bob Hoopes (<rehoopes...>) Bake Oven Knob information may be found at: www.lgnc.org
Second Mountain Ft. Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Sep 04, 2019 -------------------------------------------------------------------
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 14:30:00 Total observation time: 6.5 hours
Official Counter: Ed Chubb
Observers: Rosemary Spreha, Steve Walthius
Visitors: 3-Visitors, 2-Pickup Trucks.
Weather: Low ceiling to begin the day with slight diminishing of cloud cover. Winds out of the WSW. Temps in the 70's to near 90 degrees F.
Raptor Observations:
Non-raptor Observations: One flyover Red Headed Woodpecker. Usual early season small birds-Swifts, Swallows, Pewees, Black throated Green, Goldfinches, Waxwings. Heard local Woodpeckers.
Predictions: With passing of front better conditions are predicted. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Schwenk (<schwenkde...>) Second Mountain information may be found at: 2ndmtn.shutterfly.com
Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: John Mercer
Observers: Alan Simon, Bob Kelly
Visitors: Dick Rainer
Weather: Started cloudy, but then got very hot
Raptor Observations: One adult and two juvenile Bald Eagles, three Red-tails, one Cooper's Hawk and one wrong way Broadwing were not couunted
Non-raptor Observations: Three migrating Ruby-throated Hummingbird and one Double Crested Cormorant
Predictions: Partly sunny, cooler with temperatures in the 70's winds NE around 6 mph ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Mercer (<mercer1135...>) Rose Tree Park information may be found at: www.rtphawkwatch.org
