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2/21/19 5:55 pm

Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Horned Lark

2/21/19 5:54 pm

'Lanny and Robin' <snowbunting...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Larks in the snow

2/21/19 11:38 am

'Don & Janis Paseka' <paseka76...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Swamp Sparrow in Dodge Co.

2/21/19 10:30 am

Jim Etherton <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Bird ID

2/21/19 9:42 am

Mark Grimes <mgrimes...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Bird ID

2/21/19 9:40 am

Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] RE: Skylarking of Horned Larks

2/21/19 9:18 am

Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Bird ID

2/21/19 8:54 am

Jim Locklear <j.locklear...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Skylarking of Horned Larks

2/21/19 8:38 am

<jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Bird ID

2/21/19 4:37 am

<wmollhoff...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Larks in the snow

2/20/19 8:32 pm

<sparvophile...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Larks in the snow

2/19/19 12:29 pm

Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

2/19/19 9:11 am

'Jorgensen, Joel' <Joel.Jorgensen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Barred Owl and BB Magpies ranges

2/19/19 7:32 am

Larry Einemann <larryeinemannl...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Re: Red-shouldered Hawk- Lancaster Co.- 2/18

2/19/19 5:55 am

<esaterojarvi...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Re: Red-shouldered Hawk- Lancaster Co.- 2/16

2/18/19 12:40 pm

<lutherhage...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] White Pelican Cunningham Lake

2/17/19 7:33 pm

<sparvophile...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Barred Owls in Furnas County

2/17/19 7:16 pm

Loren Padelford <lpdlfrd...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Sarpy County Birds

2/17/19 11:21 am

Justin Rink <spindalis79...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Red-shouldered Hawk- Lancaster Co.- 2/16

2/15/19 9:50 pm

Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Scott’s Bluff update — No Shutdown

2/15/19 8:05 pm

Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Scott’s Bluff update — No Shutdown

2/15/19 7:11 pm

Mary Clausen <mkclausen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Tekamah birds

2/15/19 3:26 pm

'Rice, Juanita' <juanitapat...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Re: Owls

2/15/19 9:20 am

'Mayes, Alie' <alie.mayes...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

RE: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure

2/15/19 12:16 am

Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure

2/15/19 12:13 am

Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure

2/14/19 7:33 pm

renosmom <renosmom...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure

2/13/19 6:58 am

<pastorpaultdunbar...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Redpoll

2/13/19 5:15 am

Jan Johnson <janbirder...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

2/12/19 9:13 pm

Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure

2/11/19 5:42 pm

'Lanny and Robin' <snowbunting...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Birding in Webster and Nuckolls

2/11/19 4:57 pm

Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Rosy Finch

2/11/19 8:52 am

<brucergr...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] half-male/female Cardinal (item beyond NE)

2/11/19 8:31 am

<brucergr...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] (discussion). Hummer bill morphology--

2/11/19 7:49 am

Bill Huser <bhuser...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

RE: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

2/10/19 6:25 pm

Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

RE: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

2/10/19 6:25 pm

<heidtdw...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Short-eared Owl Stanton County

2/10/19 4:13 pm

Scott Bradley <m_scottbradley...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

2/10/19 3:58 pm

Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

2/10/19 3:19 pm

Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

RE: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

2/10/19 3:13 pm

<sammanning19...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

2/10/19 1:59 pm

Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

2/10/19 10:31 am

Edward Allen <Sprallen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

2/10/19 5:07 am

'Dinsmore, Stephen J [NREM]' <cootjr...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.

Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff Rosy-Finches

'Jerry Toll' <geritol48...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Burt County Short-earred Owls

<dawn...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] "Feasts of Birdin'" in Nebraska

Edward Allen <Sprallen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Scotts Bluff Rosy-Finches

2/5/19 12:40 pm

Justin Rink <spindalis79...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Black Rosy-Finch- Sioux Co.- 2/02

Paul Hubert <paulhubert123...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Brown Thrasher Millard

2/4/19 12:54 pm

Allen <allenreyer...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Sarpy County

<c.j.hall...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Watched endless flocks of Sandhill Cranes on live video at sunset...

<swhitney1977...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Watched endless flocks of Sandhill Cranes on live video at sunset...

<sparvophile...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Short-eared Owls in Burt County

Paul Roisen <roisenp1950...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] 2018 NEBRASKA COUNTY/STATE LISTS

Marsha Nyffeler <marshanyffeler...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Swans

<c.j.hall...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Cedarwaxwings in Bassett 2/3/19

Mark Brogie <mabrogie...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] 2018 NEBRASKA COUNTY/STATE LISTS

2/3/19 11:00 am

'Jerry Toll' <geritol48...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Carter lake and Eppley Airfield-today

Paul Dunbar <pastorpaultdunbar...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Sandhill Cranes

Paul Dunbar <pastorpaultdunbar...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Sandhill Cranes

2/2/19 11:56 am

<jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Sandhill Cranes

Mary Clausen <mkclausen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Re: Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

2/1/19 11:53 pm

<karenm4birds...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Re: Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

<SCHMID_R...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Greater Scaup - Valley NE, Douglas County

1/30/19 10:35 am

Allen <allenreyer...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Sarpy County yardbirds

1/30/19 9:00 am

Dawn Hewitt <dawn...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] "Feasts of Birdin'" in Nebraska

1/29/19 12:17 pm

Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Not a personal sighting

1/29/19 7:18 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 7:12 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 7:09 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 7:06 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 7:06 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 7:00 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:58 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:57 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:55 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:50 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:49 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:47 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:47 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:47 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:46 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:45 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:45 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:44 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:40 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:35 am

Brian Peterson <gordilly...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:27 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:26 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:19 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:16 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:07 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:06 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 6:01 am

'' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/29/19 5:57 am

Jan Johnson <janbirder...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows

1/28/19 1:38 pm

'Jorgensen, Joel' <Joel.Jorgensen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

RE: [NEBirds] Available Breeding Bird Survey Routes

1/28/19 12:43 pm

'Jorgensen, Joel' <Joel.Jorgensen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Available Breeding Bird Survey Routes

1/27/19 10:56 pm

<scott_buss79...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Re: Black-billed Magpie Madison Co

1/27/19 5:49 pm

Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

1/27/19 1:20 pm

<heidtdw...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Black-billed Magpie Madison Co

1/27/19 8:38 am

Allen <allenreyer...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Pileated Woodpecker

1/25/19 5:10 pm

'Elliott Bedows' <ebedows...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Fontenelle Forest, Sarpy Co.

1/23/19 12:23 pm

Mark Brogie <mabrogie...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] LAST CALL FOR 2018 NEBRASKA LISTS

1/23/19 8:47 am

<pswanson19...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Pine Siskins

1/23/19 3:04 am

Joe <jfreeborn58...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Re: Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

1/22/19 8:44 pm

Loren Padelford <lpdlfrd...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Retraction of White-winged Junco, Bellevue

1/22/19 3:12 pm

'Jorgensen, Joel' <Joel.Jorgensen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

RE: [NEBirds] New closure at Branched Oak Lake

1/22/19 2:29 pm

<pjlam44...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] leucistic Goldfinch

1/22/19 1:02 pm

Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Oops

1/22/19 12:40 pm

John Clem <johndavidclem...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Oops

1/22/19 12:25 pm

Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

1/22/19 12:23 pm

Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

Re: [NEBirds] Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

1/22/19 12:15 pm

Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

1/22/19 11:43 am

Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

1/22/19 9:31 am

Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...>

[NEBirds] A couple of sightings

Date: 2/21/19 5:55 pm From: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Horned Lark
I counted 18 Horned Lark this afternoon on the road south of Missouri River Road that borders on Retriever Marsh south of Bellevue (Sarpy County) and 4 of them on 63rd Street (Road to Camp Maha) also Sarpy County. Not reported to e-bird Clem Klaphake Bellevue, NE ------------------------------------ Posted by: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 2/21/19 5:54 pm From: 'Lanny and Robin' <snowbunting...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Larks in the snow
Nebraska birders, Speaking of larks, I saw several small flocks of around twenty Horned Larks each this evening (02/21/19) on my way home from work. Most of them were along Coal Chute Road east of Kearney. Also alongthat stretch of road, I saw about ten meadowlarks. I have not seen nor heard any Sandhill Cranes yet this year but I did see reports of large flocks notlong ago. Are the cranes still here or did they go back south? The fields around Kearney arecompletely covered with snow and the Platte River is mostly covered also. Robin Hardingnorthern Kearney County --- <NEBirds...> wrote: From: "<sparvophile...> [NEBirds]" <NEBirds...> To: <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Larks in the snow Date: 20 Feb 2019 20:23:26 -0800 I drove from Humphrey to Thedford along Hwy 91 and Hwy 2 today (February 20). With last night's and this morning's several inches of snow, I had hopes of adding Lapland Longspur to my lists for Loup, Blaine, and Thomas counties. All the way into Garfield County, my hopes continued high. There were lots of flocks of small passerines assembled on the highway's cleared shoulders, and while the desire to get to the Sandhills counties as quickly as possible kept me from stopping to investigate them, their behavior and appearance left me fairly confident that they were larks and possibly longspurs. Somewhere around Burwell, however, the flocks dried up. I didn't see any along 91 between the Garfield-Loup line and Taylor. I drove Highway 183 north from Taylor to several miles beyond the turnoff for Bootleg Brewery, but only found a single lousy flock of eight or ten larks, with no longspurs. I returned south to Taylor and drove to Thedford, but didn't find any lark-longspur flocks at all. Although larks use the Sandhills grasslands during the summer, I'm starting to think that it doesn't provide good winter habitat for them. It may be that they abandon the Sandhills for places with corn and bean stubble for the winter, or that birds migrating southward opt for crop stubble rather than grassland. William Flack Kearney __._,_.___ --------------------------------------------------------------------- Posted by: "Lanny and Robin" <snowbunting...> --------------------------------------------------------------------- [IMAGE] Visit Your Group Yahoo! Groups • Privacy • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use __,_._,___

Date: 2/21/19 11:38 am From: 'Don & Janis Paseka' <paseka76...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Swamp Sparrow in Dodge Co.
NEBirders, After months of mundane birds around the farm, we finally have something worth posting about. This morning there has been a very hungry Swamp Sparrow feeding on a mixture of sunflower and other seeds on the ground along with the more usual feeder birds. Fine streaking on flanks and breast, reddish wings and tail, white unstreaked throat, tiny yellow patch at the base of the bill. Birds of Nebraska Online shows us almost in the "Winter - rare, irregular or local" zone here in southeastern Dodge Co. Also,last evening at around 6:15 we found a Short-eared Owl flying along a road about 3 miles southwest of home. And, as frosting on the cake, Don says he's hearing a Black-capped Chickadee this morning. Not impressed? Well, they've been almost completely missing from our yard for years, so now we get excited about them. No eBird. Janis & Don Paseka Ames NE

Date: 2/21/19 10:30 am From: Jim Etherton <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Bird ID
Thanks Noah... I didn't get that far in IDing it and it never came back but it did not have a white chin like a wren.Jim On ‎Thursday‎, ‎February‎ ‎21‎, ‎2019‎ ‎11‎:‎19‎:‎42‎ ‎AM‎ ‎CST, Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: Was the bill wren-shaped? Maybe a Carolina Wren? Noah On Thursday, February 21, 2019, 8:37:02 AM PST, <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: Hello Birders... I need help with a bird ID. I had a bird on my suet feeder that I had never seen before. It was about the size of a large sparrow, the head and upper body was the same color as a House Wren with a white eye strip. The bottom was white with a yellow tint at the top of the breast. I kept waiting for it to return so I could see other markings but it didn't. Thanks for any help. Jim Etherton 2 miles West of Doniphan, NE #yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513 -- #yiv9790470513ygrp-mkp {border:1px solid #d8d8d8;font-family:Arial;margin:10px 0;padding:0 10px;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-mkp hr {border:1px solid #d8d8d8;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-mkp #yiv9790470513hd {color:#628c2a;font-size:85%;font-weight:700;line-height:122%;margin:10px 0;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-mkp #yiv9790470513ads {margin-bottom:10px;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-mkp .yiv9790470513ad {padding:0 0;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-mkp .yiv9790470513ad p {margin:0;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-mkp .yiv9790470513ad a {color:#0000ff;text-decoration:none;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-sponsor #yiv9790470513ygrp-lc {font-family:Arial;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-sponsor #yiv9790470513ygrp-lc #yiv9790470513hd {margin:10px 0px;font-weight:700;font-size:78%;line-height:122%;}#yiv9790470513 #yiv9790470513ygrp-sponsor #yiv9790470513ygrp-lc .yiv9790470513ad 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Date: 2/21/19 9:42 am From: Mark Grimes <mgrimes...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Bird ID
Hi Jim, I bet you're getting bombarded with emails, but it might be a Carolina Wren. Mark Sent with [ProtonMail](https://protonmail.com) Secure Email. ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Original Message ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ On Thursday, February 21, 2019 10:33 AM, <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: > > > Hello Birders... I need help with a bird ID. I had a bird on my suet feeder that I had never seen before. It was about the size of a large sparrow, the head and upper body was the same color as a House Wren with a white eye strip. The bottom was white with a yellow tint at the top of the breast. I kept waiting for it to return so I could see other markings but it didn't. Thanks for any help. > > Jim Etherton > > 2 miles West of Doniphan, NE > >

Date: 2/21/19 9:40 am From: Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] RE: Skylarking of Horned Larks
Jim, Birds of Nebraska- Online (BONO- link below) has this for Horned Lark: Breeding Phenology: Territorial birds: 16-17 Feb Eggs: 4 May-3 Jul; two broods are usual; Antelope Co, Mar-Apr and Jun (Cary 1900). Nestlings: 20 Mar (snow on ground, Ludlow 1935) Fledglings: Mar-10 Jul Based on that, now looks like the best time. They get going really early, as you can see by the early nestling and fledging dates. Ross Ross Silcock Seasonal Reports Compiler Nebraska Bird Review Co-Author "Birds of Nebraska- Online" www.birdsofnebraska.org<http://www.birdsofnebraska.org> Tabor, IA 51653 402-618-4933 From: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2019 10:54 AM To: <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Skylarking of Horned Larks Hello Nebraska Birders, I am hoping to observe the skylarking of Horned Larks this year and would welcome advice to help me narrow down the time frame and identify potential search localities. From what I've read, Horned Larks can form pair bonds as early as early March so I assume this flight song is performed about the same time. Has anyone out there witnessed this? Sincerely, Jim Locklear James H. Locklear Director of Conservation LAURITZEN GARDENS 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE 68108 402.346.4002 ext. 207 www.lauritzengardens.org<http://www.lauritzengardens.org>

Date: 2/21/19 9:18 am From: Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Bird ID
Was the bill wren-shaped? Maybe a Carolina Wren? Noah On Thursday, February 21, 2019, 8:37:02 AM PST, <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: Hello Birders... I need help with a bird ID. I had a bird on my suet feeder that I had never seen before. It was about the size of a large sparrow, the head and upper body was the same color as a House Wren with a white eye strip. The bottom was white with a yellow tint at the top of the breast. I kept waiting for it to return so I could see other markings but it didn't. Thanks for any help. Jim Etherton 2 miles West of Doniphan, NE

Date: 2/21/19 8:54 am From: Jim Locklear <j.locklear...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Skylarking of Horned Larks
Hello Nebraska Birders, I am hoping to observe the skylarking of Horned Larks this year and would welcome advice to help me narrow down the time frame and identify potential search localities. From what I've read, Horned Larks can form pair bonds as early as early March so I assume this flight song is performed about the same time. Has anyone out there witnessed this? Sincerely, Jim Locklear James H. Locklear Director of Conservation LAURITZEN GARDENS 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE 68108 402.346.4002 ext. 207 www.lauritzengardens.org<http://www.lauritzengardens.org>

Date: 2/21/19 8:38 am From: <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Bird ID
Hello Birders... I need help with a bird ID. I had a bird on my suet feeder that I had never seen before. It was about the size of a large sparrow, the head and upper body was the same color as a House Wren with a white eye strip. The bottom was white with a yellow tint at the top of the breast. I kept waiting for it to return so I could see other markings but it didn't. Thanks for any help. Jim Etherton 2 miles West of Doniphan, NE

Date: 2/21/19 4:37 am From: <wmollhoff...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Larks in the snow
BillI've noticed that unless there is continuous snow cover, the larks, longspurs, and others don't have to forage along the road to find bare ground to feed on. When running my January census in the edge of the Sandhills, if the snow cover was not complete, I had trouble finding either larks or longspurs. If it was solid continuous snow cover, they were highly visible. Seemed that if there was grass sticking above the snow, they didn't congregate along the road shoulders. I was just out that way Monday and Tuesday and found only light snow from Rushville to Lakeside and home late Tuesday. It got dark (and snowy about at Hyannis. The rest of the trip was miserable.Better luck next time.Wayne MollhoffAshland, NE -----Original Message----- From: <sparvophile...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> To: NEBirds <NEBirds...> Sent: Wed, Feb 20, 2019 10:32 pm Subject: [NEBirds] Larks in the snow I drove from Humphrey to Thedford along Hwy 91 and Hwy 2 today (February 20). With last night's and this morning's several inches of snow, I had hopes of adding Lapland Longspur to my lists for Loup, Blaine, and Thomas counties. All the way into Garfield County, my hopes continued high. There were lots of flocks of small passerines assembled on the highway's cleared shoulders, and while the desire to get to the Sandhills counties as quickly as possible kept me from stopping to investigate them, their behavior and appearance left me fairly confident that they were larks and possibly longspurs.. Somewhere around Burwell, however, the flocks dried up. I didn't see any along 91 between the Garfield-Loup line and Taylor. I drove Highway 183 north from Taylor to several miles beyond the turnoff for Bootleg Brewery, but only found a single lousy flock of eight or ten larks, with no longspurs. I returned south to Taylor and drove to Thedford, but didn't find any lark-longspur flocks at all. Although larks use the Sandhills grasslands during the summer, I'm starting to think that it doesn't provide good winter habitat for them. It may be that they abandon the Sandhills for places with corn and bean stubble for the winter, or that birds migrating southward opt for crop stubble rather than grassland. 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Date: 2/20/19 8:32 pm From: <sparvophile...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Larks in the snow
I drove from Humphrey to Thedford along Hwy 91 and Hwy 2 today (February 20). With last night's and this morning's several inches of snow, I had hopes of adding Lapland Longspur to my lists for Loup, Blaine, and Thomas counties. All the way into Garfield County, my hopes continued high. There were lots of flocks of small passerines assembled on the highway's cleared shoulders, and while the desire to get to the Sandhills counties as quickly as possible kept me from stopping to investigate them, their behavior and appearance left me fairly confident that they were larks and possibly longspurs. Somewhere around Burwell, however, the flocks dried up. I didn't see any along 91 between the Garfield-Loup line and Taylor. I drove Highway 183 north from Taylor to several miles beyond the turnoff for Bootleg Brewery, but only found a single lousy flock of eight or ten larks, with no longspurs. I returned south to Taylor and drove to Thedford, but didn't find any lark-longspur flocks at all. Although larks use the Sandhills grasslands during the summer, I'm starting to think that it doesn't provide good winter habitat for them. It may be that they abandon the Sandhills for places with corn and bean stubble for the winter, or that birds migrating southward opt for crop stubble rather than grassland. William Flack Kearney

Date: 2/19/19 12:29 pm From: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] BYBC
One of my Backyard Bird Count lists I submitted included the following on Feb. 17th: - South of Bellevue where Harlan Lewis Road crosses over the Papillion Creek I parked in the parking lot for biker/hikes and walked up the slope to the top of the trail and looked east and counted 150+ Canada Geese, 9 Trumpeter Swans, and several Common Goldeneye. Clem Klaphake Bellevue, NE ------------------------------------ Posted by: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 2/19/19 9:11 am From: 'Jorgensen, Joel' <Joel.Jorgensen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Barred Owl and BB Magpies ranges
Bill Flack's recent report of Barred Owls at Oxford, Furnas County, provides an impetus to modify our range map for the species on the Bird of Nebraska - Online. Currently, we have the range extending to Harlan County in the Republican River drainage where the species has been found on recent Christmas Bird Counts. Bill's recent sighting, along with his Harry Strunk report, is pushing the range west. With that said, I think we have a lot of learn about how extensive the range of this species has become in the Republican River drainage. Keep on chugging, Bill. At the other end of the spectrum is the Black-billed Magpie. Ross Silcock and I felt compelled to modify our original range map for this species as we believe the evidence shows the range has continued to erode in just the past year or two. We assembled a blog post about this subject on our site showing the change in the species' distribution since about 2000, before West Nile Virus hit. That post can be found here: https://birds.outdoornebraska.gov/magpie-map-revision-tracking-the-decline/ The reason I wanted to mention it here was that we want our maps challenged.. If anyone has any recent sightings, or lack thereof, which indicates our current range map should be modified, we'd love to hear from you. Thanks.. -Joel Joel Jorgensen \| Nongame Bird Program Manager Nebraska Game and Parks Commission 2200 N. 33rd 68503 \| 402.471.5440 <joel.jorgensen...><mailto:<joel.jorgensen...> Visit the Birds of Nebraska - Online <http://www.birdsofnebraska.org/> \| www.birdsofnebraska.org

Date: 2/19/19 7:32 am From: Larry Einemann <larryeinemannl...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Re: Red-shouldered Hawk- Lancaster Co.- 2/18
Hi! I was out yesterday, February 18, 2019, looking for birds. I found a juvenile red-shouldered hawk at Wagon Train SRA. It was on the west side of the lake south of Martell Road and along S. 96th. A few days earlier Justin Rink and company found one on the north side of the area along Roca Road. At the east entrance I had a merlin. Not much activity at Wagon Train; however, I did find my first bobwhites of the year with a count of 6 just west of the NW Martell entrance. I was looking for horned larks/longspurs in my travels from Wagon Train WNWward from Hickman to Pawnee Lake. I have tried looking since January 1 with few sightings of horned larks and none for longspurs. On February 18 I did find some small flocks of horned larks--one flock of 22 north of Wagon Train on S. 96th was in a soybean stubble--hard to spot (scope needed) from the road. I found a flock of 19 on the road west of S. 68th on Martell Road. I found very few meadowlarks (1 and 3 along the route I took). Between SW 42 and SW 58 on Bennet Road were 14 horned larks on the road. A group of 5 horned larks were in corn stubble along SW 140th between Denton and Old Cheney. I found 2 horned larks on the road (Holdrege) south of Pawnee Lake. I hit paydirt with 8 horned larks and 4 Lapland longspurs on a bare patch of field access road along NW 98 between Adams and Holdrege. They were hard to spot and a scope was needed. Later on I found 6 horned larks and 2 Lapland longspurs in soy stubble along NW 126 between Fletcher and Superior. Again they were in areas that had some exposed soil and were hard to see and where a scope was needed to see them. One northern shrike was found along NW 140 between Adams and Superior. The lake was entirely frozen over; however, on Valentine's Day, Pawnee Lake had two large holes open with 5 common mergansers. I estimated that it was about 95% frozen at that visit. (I should mention that on the 14th I made a similar visit to Wagon Train to Pawnee Lake. No horned larks were encountered. All sightings on the 14th and on the 18th are to be put in ebird. I tried over the weekend to enter the sightings for the 14th, but ebird was down and/or very sluggish. Good birding! Larry Einemann Lincoln, NEbraska Larry Einemann <larryeinemannl...> -----Original Message----- From: <esaterojarvi...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> To: NEBirds <NEBirds...> Sent: Tue, Feb 19, 2019 7:55 am Subject: [NEBirds] Re: Red-shouldered Hawk- Lancaster Co.- 2/16 It's probably the same one two people found at Wagon Train. Tom Gannon noted it first at Wagon Train. There seems to be about one per major wooded area in Lancaster county now. There was one Pioneers at Christmas count. I had one in Wilderness Park South of Pioneers on Jan 7. Nice to have some reports, I've been out only a few times past two weeks. With few birds around in the wind, the waste of gas for the regular birds seems unwarranted. I still need owls. 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Date: 2/19/19 5:55 am From: <esaterojarvi...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Re: Red-shouldered Hawk- Lancaster Co.- 2/16
It's probably the same one two people found at Wagon Train. Tom Gannon noted it first at Wagon Train. There seems to be about one per major wooded area in Lancaster county now. There was one Pioneers at Christmas count. I had one in Wilderness Park South of Pioneers on Jan 7. Nice to have some reports, I've been out only a few times past two weeks. With few birds around in the wind, the waste of gas for the regular birds seems unwarranted. I still need owls. Esa Jarvi, Lincoln

Date: 2/18/19 12:40 pm From: <lutherhage...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] White Pelican Cunningham Lake
As the subject line indicates, there is a single White Pelican near the dam at Cunningham Lake. There appears to be a small stream of water near the west end of the dam. Robert Manning Central Omaha ------------------------------------ Posted by: <lutherhage...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 2/17/19 7:33 pm From: <sparvophile...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Barred Owls in Furnas County
At about 5:30 this afternoon (February 17), while birding the park in Oxford, I heard two Barred Owls calling. I couldn't see the birds, but they were presumably in the woods just south of the park, or those along the Republican. This is the first time I've found Barred in Furnas County, and it's the farthest upstream that I've found them along the Republican itself. I heard them last year at Harry Strunk Lake; if they or their ancestors followed watercourses there, they must've gone up the Republican to its junction with Medicine Creek, then followed the creek up to the lake. In other news from south-central and southwestern Nebraska, the recent snowfall has pushed large flocks of Horned Larks to the plowed roads and shoulders. I've seen some Lapland Longspurs among them, but no Snow Buntings thus far. William Flack Kearney

Date: 2/17/19 7:16 pm From: Loren Padelford <lpdlfrd...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Sarpy County Birds
Today at our feeders in Bellevue, birds of interest were: Mourning Dove - 6 (highest number this winter) Red-breasted Nuthatch - 1 Carolina Wren - 2 Fox Sparrow - 1 - (present since 2/10) American Goldfinch - 20 Pine Siskin - 5 Belted Kingfisher - this afternoon at a creek just north of Offutt Base Lake. Hooded Merganser - 2 females - Papio Creek Cunningham Rd. - Horned Lark - 5 American Tree Sparrow - 1 Fox Sparrow - 1 Song Sparrow - 2 Missouri River Road - White-throated Sparrow - 2 Song Sparrow - 1 Meadowlark sp. - 12 Loren and Babs Padelford Bellevue, NE <lpdlfrd...>

Date: 2/17/19 11:21 am From: Justin Rink <spindalis79...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Red-shouldered Hawk- Lancaster Co.- 2/16
Yesterday Scott Bradley, Chris Alred and I went searching for some target species in and around Lancaster Co. One of the first birds we stumbled upon (which we did not expect to find) was a juvenile RED-SHOULDERED HAWK. The bird was sighted along Roca Rd. slightly to the west of the creek which leads southward to Wagon Train Lake SRA. This was between 96th and 87th St. At Branched Oak Lake we encountered a NORTHERN SHRIKE as well. Bumping into Larry Einneman; we informed him of the shrike's whereabouts along Northwest 91st St. A photo of the juvenile RED-SHOULDERED HAWK can be seen here... https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S52771649 Good birding. Justin RinkMidtown Omaha, Douglas Co., <NEspindalis79...>

Date: 2/15/19 9:50 pm From: Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Scott’s Bluff update — No Shutdown
Noah, Politics is a forbidden area on NEBIRDS. And mentioning birds doesn't lessen the transgression. Ross Ross Silcock Tabor, IA. Moderator. 4026184933 Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device -------- Original message -------- From: "Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds]" <NEBirds...> Date: 2/15/19 10:05 PM (GMT-06:00) To: NEBirds NEBirds <nebirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Scott�s Bluff update � No Shutdown So it looks like our president couldn�t convince Congress to give him billions for the border wall, so instead he took an executive action to free up $8 billion for it. This means the entire border including S TX and SE AZ, where we all love to go for tropical birding in the US, are going to get wall. ....but it also means there won�t be a govt shutdown starting tonight, so Scott�s Bluff should be open to Rosy-finch seekers. Given that Rosies are back at Henry Rd. this winter after years of absence, it may (or may not) be a good season for them in W NE overall... so this could be a good time to be looking for state 1st Brown-capped... Noah

Date: 2/15/19 8:05 pm From: Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Scott’s Bluff update — No Shutdown
So it looks like our president couldn’t convince Congress to give him billions for the border wall, so instead he took an executive action to free up $8 billion for it. This means the entire border including S TX and SE AZ, where we all love to go for tropical birding in the US, are going to get wall. ....but it also means there won’t be a govt shutdown starting tonight, so Scott’s Bluff should be open to Rosy-finch seekers. Given that Rosies are back at Henry Rd. this winter after years of absence, it may (or may not) be a good season for them in W NE overall... so this could be a good time to be looking for state 1st Brown-capped... Noah

Date: 2/15/19 7:11 pm From: Mary Clausen <mkclausen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Tekamah birds
On wednesday Feb 13, 2019 afternoon and early evening, I took Jerry Toll's lead and went north of Tekamah. I drove the area from county roads LK to O and 39 to 43 for a couple of hours. This area was a mix of corn stubble fields and prarie. I did not find the short eared owls that Jerry saw but did see the following. 7 Ring-necked Pheasant 3 Mourning Dove 1 Bald Eagle 2 Red-tailed Hawk 1 Rough-legged Hawk X Horned Lark -- Large mixed flock with longspurs in corn stubble eating corn. X Lapland Longspur -- Mixed flock with horned larks in corn stubble. East of intersection of 43 and LM on LM. Later in day birds were not found. X American Tree Sparrow 3 Song Sparrow 20 Western/Eastern Meadowlark -- No calls. Entered in eBird. Mary Clausen La Vista Sarpy Co.

Date: 2/15/19 3:26 pm From: 'Rice, Juanita' <juanitapat...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Re: Owls
Yes, I had Great Horned Owls across the street from my house in Fairmont and frequent Eastern Screech-owl calls. One summer evening I photographed an adult Screech-Owl with 2 fledglings in a low tree by my house. And in fact there was not a lot of blue jay hassling either. The big thrill was watching 2 GH Owls and a couple of cuckoos in a pretty violent confrontation in the big cottonwood where the GH owls lived year after year. Juanita Rice, Lincoln (and Fairmont, Fillmore County)

Date: 2/15/19 9:20 am From: 'Mayes, Alie' <alie.mayes...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: RE: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure
There is trail access at both Country Club Road and at U st. U st. is maybe the better of the two as it has a larger parking area and is closer to the side of the monument I think Kathy is referring to. From: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> Sent: Friday, February 15, 2019 2:17 AM To: renosmom <renosmom...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure Yea but as far as I know, there is no legal parking along the main road (Old Oregon Trail) near the Monument and its trail entrances. I’m pretty sure the parking lot (which is within the park) will be closed during a shutdown, so there is nowhere to park to access the trails.... although I could be wrong...? Noah On Thursday, February 14, 2019, 9:27:48 PM CST, renosmom <renosmom...><mailto:<renosmom...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...><mailto:<NEBirds...>> wrote: Noah, as far as I know you can walk the trails while they are closed. We could last time, as well as before and after the normal hours they are open. The road to the top and the visitors center will be closed if there is a shutdown. The few times that the rosy-finches were seen this winter,that I know about, they were seen from the parking lot and the highway. They were seen going in and out of the cracks where the White-throated Swifts nest on the south or east face of the monument. I don't believe any have been seen there since the first of the year. They have been seen north of Henry recently. Kathy DeLara Mitchell NE Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone -------- Original message -------- From: "Noah Arthur <semirelicta...><mailto:<semirelicta...> [NEBirds]" <NEBirds...><mailto:<NEBirds...>> Date: 2/12/19 11:13 PM (GMT-06:00) To: NEBirds NEBirds <nebirds...><mailto:<nebirds...>> Subject: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure After all the Rosy-finch discussion, I thought I should relay to you all that the next government shutdown is scheduled to begin on midnight this Friday, so Scotts Bluff National Monument will be closed indefinitely starting at that time. (No access to the summit or anywhere else will be permitted at any time of day during the shutdown.) Noah

Date: 2/15/19 12:16 am From: Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure
Yea but as far as I know, there is no legal parking along the main road (Old Oregon Trail) near the Monument and its trail entrances. I’m pretty sure the parking lot (which is within the park) will be closed during a shutdown, so there is nowhere to park to access the trails... although I could be wrong...? Noah On Thursday, February 14, 2019, 9:27:48 PM CST, renosmom <renosmom...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: Noah, as far as I know you can walk the trails while they are closed. We could last time, as well as before and after the normal hours they are open. The road to the top and the visitors center will be closed if there is a shutdown. The few times that the rosy-finches were seen this winter,that I know about, they were seen from the parking lot and the highway. They were seen going in and out of the cracks where the White-throated Swifts nest on the south or east face of the monument. I don't believe any have been seen there since the first of the year. They have been seen north of Henry recently. Kathy DeLaraMitchell NE Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone -------- Original message --------From: "Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds]" <NEBirds...> Date: 2/12/19 11:13 PM (GMT-06:00) To: NEBirds NEBirds <nebirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure After all the Rosy-finch discussion, I thought I should relay to you all that the next government shutdown is scheduled to begin on midnight this Friday, so Scotts Bluff National Monument will be closed indefinitely starting at that time. (No access to the summit or anywhere else will be permitted at any time of day during the shutdown.) Noah

Date: 2/15/19 12:13 am From: Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure
Yea but as far as I know, there is no legal parking along the road near the On Thursday, February 14, 2019, 9:27:48 PM CST, renosmom <renosmom...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: Noah, as far as I know you can walk the trails while they are closed. We could last time, as well as before and after the normal hours they are open. The road to the top and the visitors center will be closed if there is a shutdown. The few times that the rosy-finches were seen this winter,that I know about, they were seen from the parking lot and the highway. They were seen going in and out of the cracks where the White-throated Swifts nest on the south or east face of the monument. I don't believe any have been seen there since the first of the year. They have been seen north of Henry recently. Kathy DeLaraMitchell NE Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone -------- Original message --------From: "Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds]" <NEBirds...> Date: 2/12/19 11:13 PM (GMT-06:00) To: NEBirds NEBirds <nebirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure After all the Rosy-finch discussion, I thought I should relay to you all that the next government shutdown is scheduled to begin on midnight this Friday, so Scotts Bluff National Monument will be closed indefinitely starting at that time. (No access to the summit or anywhere else will be permitted at any time of day during the shutdown.) Noah

Date: 2/14/19 7:33 pm From: renosmom <renosmom...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure
Noah, as far as I know you can walk the trails while they are closed. We could last time, as well as before and after the normal hours they are open. The road to the top and the visitors center will be closed if there is a shutdown. The few times that the rosy-finches were seen this winter,that I know about, they were seen from the parking lot and the highway. They were seen going in and out of the cracks where the White-throated Swifts nest on the south or east face of the monument. I don't believe any have been seen there since the first of the year. They have been seen north of Henry recently. Kathy DeLaraMitchell NE Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone -------- Original message --------From: "Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds]" <NEBirds...> Date: 2/12/19 11:13 PM (GMT-06:00) To: NEBirds NEBirds <nebirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure After all the Rosy-finch discussion, I thought I should relay to you all that the next government shutdown is scheduled to begin on midnight this Friday, so Scotts Bluff National Monument will be closed indefinitely starting at that time. (No access to the summit or anywhere else will be permitted at any time of day during the shutdown.) Noah

Date: 2/13/19 6:58 am From: <pastorpaultdunbar...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Redpoll
Mixed in with the flock of about 80 Goldfinch and 20 Pine Siskins visiting the feeders in my yard, I've had a single, female C. Redpoll for the past few days. Paul Dunbar Hastings (Adams Co)

Date: 2/13/19 5:15 am From: Jan Johnson <janbirder...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Owls
My first two bird sightings of this morning: Eastern Screech Owl and Great Horned Owl. I know they’re not supposed to get along but these two pairs coexist in my yard. This morning they are perched about 100 yards apart. Jan Johnson Wakefield, Dixon County http://www.flickr.com/photos/bird-brained-quilter/ ------------------------------------ Posted by: Jan Johnson <janbirder...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 2/12/19 9:13 pm From: Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff upcoming closure
After all the Rosy-finch discussion, I thought I should relay to you all that the next government shutdown is scheduled to begin on midnight this Friday, so Scotts Bluff National Monument will be closed indefinitely starting at that time. (No access to the summit or anywhere else will be permitted at any time of day during the shutdown.) Noah

Date: 2/11/19 5:42 pm From: 'Lanny and Robin' <snowbunting...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Birding in Webster and Nuckolls
Hello Nebraska birders, No ebird yet, but it will be coming. Sunday, February 10, Robin and I looked for birds in southeastern Webster County and southwestern Nuckolls County plus the town park in Nelson. I will show you a list of highlights followed by details. Bald Eagle (3) Northern Harrier (2) Red-tailed Hawk (59) Red-headed Woodpecker (1) Eastern Bluebirds (3) In Webster County near Inavale we saw an adult Bald Eagle. When we were on the River Road during the short distance that it follows the Webster/Nuckolls county line south of the Republican River we first saw three Eastern Bluebirds in Nuckolls County then we watched them fly into Webster County. We then watched another adult Bald Eagle fly in Webster County while we were still sitting in that spot along the Webster/Nuckolls county line. In Nuckolls County about a mile southwest of Bostwick we saw yet another adult Bald Eagle. Robin saw and heard a Red-headed Woodpecker in Nuckolls County at the Nelson town park. Along our way home we saw a male Northern Harrier in Webster County near Campbell and then we saw a juvenile Northern Harrier in Franklin County a ways further along Highway 4. During our whole drive today we saw 59 Red-tailed Hawks from north central Kearney County to Franklin then east along Highway 136 to Guide Rock. Then we went south on 78 to River Road which is south of the Republican River, from there to Bostwick then to Superior and north to Highway 4 then west to Highway 10. The 59 Red-tailed Hawks included 2 dark morphs. Neither one of us added a bird to a County list this day. Robin stands at 148 in Nuckolls County and 150 in Webster. I stand at 148 in Nuckolls County and 153 in Webster. May your birds be lifers and your troubles temporary. good birding and goodbye, Lanny Lanny Randolph 2028 34th Rd. Minden Nebraska south central Nebraska north central Kearney County snowbunting(at)rcom-ne.com 308-216-0427 __._,_.___ --------------------------------------------------------------------- Posted by: "Lanny and Robin" <snowbunting...> --------------------------------------------------------------------- [IMAGE] Visit Your Group Yahoo! Groups • Privacy • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use __,_._,___

Date: 2/11/19 4:57 pm From: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Rosy Finch
Since there has been considerable discussion on finding or seeing Rosy Finch in Nebraska I thought I would throw this information out that may also contribute to the odds of seeing the birds. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has updated (2018) the conservation status of 93 bird species around the world on IUCN's Red List of Threatened Species. This Red List keeps a record of how close species are to extinction. Both the Black Rosy-Finch and the Brown-capped Rosy-Finch have been up-lifted to "endangered." Since 1970 both of these species have DECLINED 95%. Estimates are around only 15,000 Black Rosy-Finch remain (not a lot considering the size of their winter and summer ranges + their high alpine breeding habitat and climate change). Estimates of the Brown-capped Rosy-Finch are a little larger (67,500) but still a small number considering their range and migration from alpine breeding habitat to lower elevation wintering habitat. Just my 2 cents. Clem Klaphake Bellevue, NE ------------------------------------ Posted by: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 2/11/19 8:52 am From: <brucergr...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] half-male/female Cardinal (item beyond NE)
observed in PA... but 'trending?' ( gynandromorph Cardinal ) B. Mellberg Lincoln, NE https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/09/science/cardinal-sex-gender.html?action=click&module=Well&pgtype=Homepage&section=Science https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/09/science/cardinal-sex-gender.html?action=click&module=Well&pgtype=Homepage&section=Science

Date: 2/11/19 8:31 am From: <brucergr...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] (discussion). Hummer bill morphology--
"weaponized" hummer bills? --this report alleges sole driver for evolving hummingbird particulars was in response to aggression & competition --but since they also pluck gnats & flying prey for protein, there may be more to consider... opinions? Bruce Mellberg Lincoln, NE https://www.nytimes.com/video/science/100000006321699/how-the-hummingbird-bill-evolved-for-battle.html https://www.nytimes.com/video/science/100000006321699/how-the-hummingbird-bill-evolved-for-battle.html

Date: 2/11/19 7:49 am From: Bill Huser <bhuser...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: RE: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
One thing not mentioned in the past posts is the difference in sunset times between December sightings and sightings in February or March. The 3:00pm arrivals mentioned by Steve are perhaps 1.5 hours before Sunset. Since sunset now is more than an hour later than December’s, one would expect them to arrive at 4:00pm now and at 4:30pm by March 9. The March 10 adjustment for Daylight Savings Time would mean that Sunday’s birds arrive even later at 5:30pm. So, summarizing the advice given would be to arrive early, maybe 2 hours before sunset, and stay until sunset or the Monument closes. Bill Huser 140 Oakmont Drive South Sioux City, NE 68776 h. 402-494-1657 c. 712-574-3107 From: <NEBirds...> [mailto:<NEBirds...>] Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2019 5:20 PM To: <NEBirds...> Subject: RE: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches. I think Sam’s onto something here. In Steve’s and my experience, the birds arrive at roost sites mid-afternoon, circle around a bit then dive into roost crannies or Cliff Swallow nests as at the Henry Rd site, and essentially disappear. I’m wondering if the sightings later in the day are the result of disturbance either by monument visitors or birders. Ross From: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2019 5:13 PM To: <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches. I would assume their behavior changes slightly from day to day, and I'm not totally sure people's behavior would deter them from coming to Scotts Bluff National Monument. My father, brother, and I had a group of approximately 100 fly into the monument at 2:30 PM in December 2012. Sam Manning Omaha, Douglas County, NE [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ Posted by: Bill Huser <BHuser...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 2/10/19 6:25 pm From: Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: RE: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
Good to know. Thanks Noah. Ross Ross Silcock Seasonal Reports Compiler Nebraska Bird Review Co-Author “Birds of Nebraska- Online” www.birdsofnebraska.org<http://www.birdsofnebraska.org> Tabor, IA 51653 402-618-4933 From: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2019 5:57 PM To: Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches. When I saw them in Jan. 2015, I didn’t see or hear anything until when they seemed to fly in just before sunset, and then they were quite active, a flock of about 15 flying from place to place nervously but actively foraging on the slopes. BTW, rosy-finch seekers should keep in mind that Scott’s Bluff is a National Park and therefore it will be CLOSED during the upcoming federal government shutdown. Noah CST, Ross Silcock <silcock...><mailto:<silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...><mailto:<NEBirds...>> wrote: I think Sam’s onto something here. In Steve’s and my experience, the birds arrive at roost sites mid-afternoon, circle around a bit then dive into roost crannies or Cliff Swallow nests as at the Henry Rd site, and essentially disappear. I’m wondering if the sightings later in the day are the result of disturbance either by monument visitors or birders. Ross From: <NEBirds...><mailto:<NEBirds...> <NEBirds...><mailto:<NEBirds...>> Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2019 5:13 PM To: <NEBirds...><mailto:<NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches. I would assume their behavior changes slightly from day to day, and I'm not totally sure people's behavior would deter them from coming to Scotts Bluff National Monument. My father, brother, and I had a group of approximately 100 fly into the monument at 2:30 PM in December 2012. Sam Manning Omaha, Douglas County, NE

Date: 2/10/19 6:25 pm From: <heidtdw...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Short-eared Owl Stanton County
Hi all, late this afternoon, had a short-eared owl sitting on a fence post on 842 Road between 565 Ave (Ridge Road) and 566 Ave in Stanton county--this is one mile North of Highway 275. (will be included in an ebird report) David Heidt Norfolk

Date: 2/10/19 4:13 pm From: Scott Bradley <m_scottbradley...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
What others are describing was similar to our recent experience on Old Henry road. They flew in around 3:30pm. Also, the cliff swallow nests were positioned on the Southeast cliff, perfect shield from Nebraska winds. We were lucky in that some Starlings and the Golden Eagles kept flushing them to reveal their position on the cliff face. They blend in very well. Scott Bradley, Omaha Scott Bradley Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 10, 2019, at 5:19 PM, Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: > > I think Sam’s onto something here. In Steve’s and my experience, the birds arrive at roost sites mid-afternoon, circle around a bit then dive into roost crannies or Cliff Swallow nests as at the Henry Rd site, and essentially disappear. I’m wondering if the sightings later in the day are the result of disturbance either by monument visitors or birders. > > > > Ross > > > > > > > > From: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> > Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2019 5:13 PM > To: <NEBirds...> > Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches. > > > > > > I would assume their behavior changes slightly from day to day, and I'm not totally sure people's behavior would deter them from coming to Scotts Bluff National Monument. My father, brother, and I had a group of approximately 100 fly into the monument at 2:30 PM in December 2012. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Sam Manning > > > > > Omaha, Douglas County, NE > >

Date: 2/10/19 3:58 pm From: Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
When I saw them in Jan. 2015, I didn’t see or hear anything until when they seemed to fly in just before sunset, and then they were quite active, a flock of about 15 flying from place to place nervously but actively foraging on the slopes. BTW, rosy-finch seekers should keep in mind that Scott’s Bluff is a National Park and therefore it will be CLOSED during the upcoming federal government shutdown. Noah CST, Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: I think Sam’s onto something here. In Steve’s and my experience, the birds arrive at roost sites mid-afternoon, circle around a bit then dive into roost crannies or Cliff Swallow nests as at the Henry Rd site, and essentially disappear. I’m wondering if the sightings later in the day are the result of disturbance either by monument visitors or birders. Ross From: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2019 5:13 PM To: <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches. I would assume their behavior changes slightly from day to day, and I'm not totally sure people's behavior would deter them from coming to Scotts Bluff National Monument. My father, brother, and I had a group of approximately 100 fly into the monument at 2:30 PM in December 2012. Sam Manning Omaha, Douglas County, NE

Date: 2/10/19 3:19 pm From: Ross Silcock <silcock...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: RE: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
I think Sam’s onto something here. In Steve’s and my experience, the birds arrive at roost sites mid-afternoon, circle around a bit then dive into roost crannies or Cliff Swallow nests as at the Henry Rd site, and essentially disappear. I’m wondering if the sightings later in the day are the result of disturbance either by monument visitors or birders. Ross From: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2019 5:13 PM To: <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches. I would assume their behavior changes slightly from day to day, and I'm not totally sure people's behavior would deter them from coming to Scotts Bluff National Monument. My father, brother, and I had a group of approximately 100 fly into the monument at 2:30 PM in December 2012. Sam Manning Omaha, Douglas County, NE

Date: 2/10/19 3:13 pm From: <sammanning19...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
I would assume their behavior changes slightly from day to day, and I'm not totally sure people's behavior would deter them from coming to Scotts Bluff National Monument. My father, brother, and I had a group of approximately 100 fly into the monument at 2:30 PM in December 2012. Sam Manning Omaha, Douglas County, NE

Date: 2/10/19 1:59 pm From: Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
Have you birded there in the last few years? I suspect the finches don't come in that early anymore, because of the number of people that now visit the summit daily. When I was there in 2015, they came in just before sunset and were extremely nervous and flushy. Noah On Sunday, February 10, 2019, 5:06:38 AM PST, 'Dinsmore, Stephen J [NREM]' <cootjr...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: I thought I would add a bit to this conversation as someone who spent a lot of time (mostly with Ross Silcock) looking for rosy-finch roosts in western Nebraska in the late 1990s and early 2000s. First, they seemed to prefer old Cliff Swallow nests on cliffs that faced south or east. Second, they like to go to bed early! Arrival times at the Henry Road site, Scotts Bluff Monument, and a couple of other spots averaged around 3 p.m. They usually didn't linger long before entering the old nests for the night. I'm not sure if this pattern has changed in recent years. So, the monument closure at 4:30 p.m was definitely not an issue for us and we found rosy-finches there several times. Steve **********Stephen J. DinsmoreDepartment of Natural Resource Ecology & ManagementIowa State University203 Science IIAmes, IA 50011Phone: 515-294-1348E-mail: <cootjr...>: http://www.public.iastate.edu/~cootjr/

Date: 2/10/19 10:31 am From: Edward Allen <Sprallen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
Thanks for all the advice about finding Rosy-Finches. I went out to the Henry Rd. site but perhaps arrived too late. I did find the Golden Eagles, a Rough-legged Hawk and a Kestral Edward AllenLincoln, Lancaster County -----Original Message----- From: 'Dinsmore, Stephen J [NREM]' <cootjr...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> To: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> Sent: Sun, Feb 10, 2019 7:06 am Subject: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches. I thought I would add a bit to this conversation as someone who spent a lot of time (mostly with Ross Silcock) looking for rosy-finch roosts in western Nebraska in the late 1990s and early 2000s. First, they seemed to prefer old Cliff Swallow nests on cliffs that faced south or east. Second, they like to go to bed early! Arrival times at the Henry Road site, Scotts Bluff Monument, and a couple of other spots averaged around 3 p.m. They usually didn't linger long before entering the old nests for the night. I'm not sure if this pattern has changed in recent years. So, the monument closure at 4:30 p.m was definitely not an issue for us and we found rosy-finches there several times. Steve *********Stephen J. 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Date: 2/10/19 5:07 am From: 'Dinsmore, Stephen J [NREM]' <cootjr...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Finding rosy-finches.
I thought I would add a bit to this conversation as someone who spent a lot of time (mostly with Ross Silcock) looking for rosy-finch roosts in western Nebraska in the late 1990s and early 2000s. First, they seemed to prefer old Cliff Swallow nests on cliffs that faced south or east. Second, they like to go to bed early! Arrival times at the Henry Road site, Scotts Bluff Monument, and a couple of other spots averaged around 3 p.m. They usually didn't linger long before entering the old nests for the night. I'm not sure if this pattern has changed in recent years. So, the monument closure at 4:30 p.m was definitely not an issue for us and we found rosy-finches there several times. Steve ********** Stephen J. Dinsmore Department of Natural Resource Ecology & Management Iowa State University 203 Science II Ames, IA 50011 Phone: 515-294-1348 E-mail: <cootjr...><mailto:<cootjr...> Web: http://www.public.iastate.edu/~cootjr/

Date: 2/9/19 5:33 pm From: Noah Arthur <semirelicta...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff Rosy-Finches
It is now no longer possible to see the Rosy-finches at Scotts Bluff, due to the parking at the summit now being closed at 4:30pm. The finches tend to come in just after this, around sunset. Michael has tried a dawn visit to the top, but the birds leave while it's still too dark to identify anything. Noah On Thursday, February 7, 2019, 5:23:40 AM PST, Edward Allen <Sprallen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: Friends,I am traveling to Scotts Bluff this weekend and hope to find Rosy-Finches. I bumped into Michael Willison and he suggested that they could be found at dawn or near sunset on the north face of the bluff just beyond the tunnel. I also looked on e-bird and saw that there were sightings north of the bluff and west of the main city of Scotts Bluff. However, the exact locations of these sightings would not show on e-bird. Does anyone know of other locations where Rosy-Fnches have been seen in the Scotts Bluff area?Edward AllenLincoln, Lancaster County

Date: 2/8/19 7:12 pm From: 'Jerry Toll' <geritol48...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Burt County Short-earred Owls
I followed Bill Flack's lead this afternoon and went to Burt County looking for the Short-eared Owls he reported. I found them near where he saw them north 7 miles from Tekamah on Hwy 75 then east on "N" st. It took an enjoyable while to figure out how many there are, watching them foraging low over the grasslands but I am sure there are 6 owls and probably 7 or more. Great place for raptors! Also saw a Prairie Falcon, 3 Rough-legged Hawks, a juvenile Harrier and a dark morph redtail. Had a number of close looks but dang! I forgot my camera. The grasslands ran from County Roads "M" to "O" & 39 to 43. Most seen on Co roads 42 and "N". There was also a flock of 47 Ring-necked Pheasants. Jerry Toll <geritol48...> <mailto:<geritol48...> --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

Date: 2/7/19 7:15 am From: <dawn...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] "Feasts of Birdin'" in Nebraska
Hello Nebraska birders, I'm managing editor of Bird Watcher's Digest. The Spotlight column in the May/June issue of BWD will be on Nebraska, and I'd like to recommend a few popular-with-birders dining spots near birding hotspots. For example, birders who frequent Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in Titusville, Florida, often head to Dixie Crossroads afterward. It is a well-known, birder-friendly restaurant. Are there such places in Nebraska? So, after you've spent the morning at Branched Oak State Recreation Area, or Lake Ogallala, or Lake McConaughy (or any other Nebraska birding hot spot), where do you have lunch? Please DO NOT reply to this list. Reply to me, at <bwd...> Thanks for any help you can provide. Best wishes for good birds, Dawn Hewitt

Date: 2/7/19 5:34 am From: Edward Allen <Sprallen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Scotts Bluff Rosy-Finches
Friends,I am traveling to Scotts Bluff this weekend and hope to find Rosy-Finches. I bumped into Michael Willison and he suggested that they could be found at dawn or near sunset on the north face of the bluff just beyond the tunnel. I also looked on e-bird and saw that there were sightings north of the bluff and west of the main city of Scotts Bluff. However, the exact locations of these sightings would not show on e-bird. 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Date: 2/5/19 12:40 pm From: Justin Rink <spindalis79...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Black Rosy-Finch- Sioux Co.- 2/02
This past weekend Scott Bradley, Chris Alred and I made an excursion out to the westernmost reaches of the state. By far the best species was a male BLACK ROSY-FINCH sighted on an escarpment with a flock of fourteen (14) GRAY-CROWNED ROSY-FINCHES along Henry Road. Though on the state line, the birds came in from the east, and were flushed in a swirling mass when a GOLDEN EAGLE made a close approach to the rocky bluff. At this time the charm definitely entered Sioux Co. airspace. The flock was quite cooperative and allowed for a few distant (though identifiable) photos as they foraged along the crevices. A complete eBird report and photos can be seen here. eBird Checklist – (42.205, -104.037), Sioux County, Nebraska, US – Sat Feb 02, 2019 – 8 species Good birding. Justin RinkMidtown Omaha, Douglas Co., <NEspindalis79...>

Date: 2/5/19 3:35 am From: Paul Hubert <paulhubert123...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Brown Thrasher Millard
My wife spotted a brown thrasher thrashing among the leaves and debris in our back yard Monday. I failed to notify ebird. Chip Hubert Douglas County Millard.

Date: 2/4/19 12:54 pm From: Allen <allenreyer...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Sarpy County
We rode down to the base lake and LaPlatte Bottoms. Very quiet, with the following sighted. Bald Eagle - one adult and one sub-adult RT Hawk Kestrel Horned Lark In ebirds. Al Reyer Bellevue, NE Sent from my iPad ------------------------------------ Posted by: Allen <allenreyer...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 2/3/19 5:03 pm From: <c.j.hall...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Watched endless flocks of Sandhill Cranes on live video at sunset...
William and others, I have forwarded this to Andrew Pierson at Rowe. Hope he can do something about the audio and also the UTube picture does not show the camera panning the river. Carolyn Hall, Bassett, NE From: "c j hall" <c.j.hall...> To: "Andrew Pierson" <apierson...> Sent: Sunday, February 3, 2019 6:58:01 PM Subject: Fwd: [NEBirds] Watched endless flocks of Sandhill Cranes on live video at sunset... Andrew, this came on NEBirds. I found the new crane cam of UTube but it does not have audio and does not pan. Thank you for all you do at Rowe, know you are busy but the whole world in waiting to see the 2019 crane viewing season. Carolyn From: "NEBirds" <NEBirds...> To: "NEBirds" <NEBirds...> Sent: Sunday, February 3, 2019 6:44:37 PM Subject: [NEBirds] Watched endless flocks of Sandhill Cranes on live video at sunset... Hello All, Ron and I were (at sunset) and still are watching them by way of CraneTrust..org even though the camera went into night vision mode. The camera is placed well for seeing all the flocks arrive at the Platte River. It's a sight for sore eyes, however such a shame there is no sound on either their live video or Audubon's video. Audubon used to have one camera where you can see the waterfowl up pretty close too. I hope a guardian of those cameras reads my post and can make adjustments :D The Spring migration has officially begun...WooHoo! Susan & Ron Whitney Lincoln, NE

Date: 2/3/19 4:44 pm From: <swhitney1977...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Watched endless flocks of Sandhill Cranes on live video at sunset...
Hello All, Ron and I were (at sunset) and still are watching them by way of CraneTrust.org even though the camera went into night vision mode. The camera is placed well for seeing all the flocks arrive at the Platte River. It's a sight for sore eyes, however such a shame there is no sound on either their live video or Audubon's video. Audubon used to have one camera where you can see the waterfowl up pretty close too. I hope a guardian of those cameras reads my post and can make adjustments :D The Spring migration has officially begun...WooHoo! Susan & Ron Whitney Lincoln, NE

Date: 2/3/19 4:13 pm From: <sparvophile...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Short-eared Owls in Burt County
At about 4 this afternoon (February 3), I found at least two, and possibly as many as four, Short-eared Owls near the junction of county roads 45 and M In Burt County. Owls were seen in flight, perched atop a power pole, and perched atop a fencepost-sized pole out in a field. I'm not sure if they'll stick around tomorrow, given the weather forecast; but if they do, they might be worth chasing for someone who wants them for a Burt County list. I'm not reporting these on eBird, but I'll include them on the report that I send Ross. William Flack Kearney

Date: 2/3/19 2:38 pm From: Paul Roisen <roisenp1950...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] 2018 NEBRASKA COUNTY/STATE LISTS
Mark, Nice job on the State/County lists, Mr. Brogie. Really appreciate the effort you put into this. God Bless, Paul O. Roisen Woodbury County, IA Mobile 712-301-2817 On Sun, Feb 3, 2019 at 3:30 PM Mark Brogie <mabrogie...> [NEBirds] < <NEBirds...> wrote: > > > 2018 Updates can be viewed at: > > http://noubirds.org/Birds/Listing.aspx > > Mark A. Brogie > Creighton, NE > <mabrogie...> > > >

Date: 2/3/19 1:55 pm From: Marsha Nyffeler <marshanyffeler...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Swans
46 swans on Lake Babcock ice. No better ID as they were to far out for me to tell anything more. Marsha Nyffeler Columbus, NE

Date: 2/3/19 1:41 pm From: <c.j.hall...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Cedarwaxwings in Bassett 2/3/19
Shirt-tailing on Jerry's message. Carolyn Hall in Bassett, NE = Sandy Sawyer reported seeing a large flock of Cedar Waxwings in the crabapple trees at the Episcopal Church on the main street of Bassett this morning. From: "NEBirds" <NEBirds...> To: "NEBirds" <NEBirds...> Sent: Sunday, February 3, 2019 12:59:58 PM Subject: [NEBirds] Carter lake and Eppley Airfield-today Took a loop around the lake and only found one small hole in the ice where Common Goldeneye and Common Merganser were well represented. Then went behind Eppley Airfield and saw a perched adult anatum-esque Peregrine Falcon that was approachable. It was squatted down on one leg so would not show me a leg (looking for a band). First peregrine I have seen at Eppley. Also present 47 turkey, 2 kestrels and 4 redtails. Jerry Toll [ mailto:<geritol48...> \| <geritol48...> ] [ https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient&utm_term=icon ] Virus-free. [ https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient&utm_term=link \| www.avast.com ] [ https://zmail04.peak.org/#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2 \| ]

Date: 2/3/19 1:32 pm From: Mark Brogie <mabrogie...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] 2018 NEBRASKA COUNTY/STATE LISTS
2018 Updates can be viewed at: http://noubirds.org/Birds/Listing.aspx <http://noubirds.org/Birds/Listing.aspx> Mark A. Brogie Creighton, NE <mabrogie...>

Date: 2/3/19 11:00 am From: 'Jerry Toll' <geritol48...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Carter lake and Eppley Airfield-today
Took a loop around the lake and only found one small hole in the ice where Common Goldeneye and Common Merganser were well represented. Then went behind Eppley Airfield and saw a perched adult anatum-esque Peregrine Falcon that was approachable. It was squatted down on one leg so would not show me a leg (looking for a band). First peregrine I have seen at Eppley. Also present 47 turkey, 2 kestrels and 4 redtails. Jerry Toll <geritol48...> <mailto:<geritol48...> --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

Date: 2/2/19 3:31 pm From: Paul Dunbar <pastorpaultdunbar...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Sandhill Cranes
And soon after I posted, there was another group of about 300 cranes heading over. Earlier than most years of a push like this, in my experience. Paul Dunbar Hastings Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 1:55 PM, <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: > > Hey Group... This afternoon on my walk I saw 36 Sandhill Cranes fly over me. The first of the New Years for me. > > Jim Etherton > > 2 miles west of Doniphan, NE > > > >

Date: 2/2/19 2:45 pm From: Paul Dunbar <pastorpaultdunbar...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Sandhill Cranes
I’m sitting outside in the sunshine here at my house in Hastings, and in the last 20 minutes I’ve had two groups of cranes, one of about 120 and the other 80, fly overhead on their way north. And so it begins..... :) Paul Dunbar Adams Co Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 1:55 PM, <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: > > Hey Group... This afternoon on my walk I saw 36 Sandhill Cranes fly over me. The first of the New Years for me. > > Jim Etherton > > 2 miles west of Doniphan, NE > > > >

Date: 2/2/19 11:56 am From: <jjeth...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Sandhill Cranes
Hey Group... This afternoon on my walk I saw 36 Sandhill Cranes fly over me. The first of the New Years for me. Jim Etherton 2 miles west of Doniphan, NE

Date: 2/2/19 6:09 am From: Mary Clausen <mkclausen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Re: Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
I use to live in that area and in spring would find warblers and vireos along the creek. Mary Clausen Sarpy co On Sat, Feb 2, 2019, 1:51 AM <karenm4birds...> [NEBirds] < <NEBirds...> wrote: > > > I live in Lavista on Central park and there are limited trees. I have a > Yellow Bellied Sapsucker, Hairy Woodpecker, as well as the more common > Downy mail and female and Red Breasted Woodpeckers. I have a Carolina Wren > daily as well. I had to quit feeding for a few summers because of Squirrels > trying to chew into the house and squirrels successfully chewing into the > neighbors attic. Spring is on the way! > Karen > P.S. I also added the peanut suet feeder this year > >

Date: 2/1/19 11:53 pm From: <karenm4birds...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Re: Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
I live in Lavista on Central park and there are limited trees. I have a Yellow Bellied Sapsucker, Hairy Woodpecker, as well as the more common Downy mail and female and Red Breasted Woodpeckers. I have a Carolina Wren daily as well. I had to quit feeding for a few summers because of Squirrels trying to chew into the house and squirrels successfully chewing into the neighbors attic. Spring is on the way! Karen P.S. I also added the peanut suet feeder this year

Date: 2/1/19 4:45 pm From: <SCHMID_R...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Greater Scaup - Valley NE, Douglas County
On Feb 1, 2019, I observed the following birds at a small lake at the corner of 279th & Miegs in Valley NE (Douglas Co): Greater White-fronted Goose (photos included) Canada Goose Mallard Common Goldeneye Greater Scaup (photos included) Good birding - Rick

Date: 1/30/19 10:35 am From: Allen <allenreyer...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Sarpy County yardbirds
Had a Carolina Wren at the peanuts a few minutes ago. Glad to see that he/she survived the cold last night. Also, a Brown Creeper and 4 White-throated Sparrows. In ebird. Al Reyer Bellevue. NE Sent from my iPad ------------------------------------ Posted by: Allen <allenreyer...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/30/19 9:00 am From: Dawn Hewitt <dawn...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] "Feasts of Birdin'" in Nebraska
Hi Nebraska birders, I’m managing editor for Bird Watcher’s Digest. The Spotlight column in our May/June issue will be on Nebraska. As part of that standing column, we occasionally offer “Feasts of Birdin’”—birder-friendly, birder-recommended eateries near birding hotspots.. For example, many birders who spend the morning birding at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, near Titusville, Florida, meet up at Dixie Crossroads for lunch afterward. Are there restaurants near birding hotspots in Nebraska that are like that? Where do you eat after birding at Lake McConaughy, or Crescent Lake, or Branched Oak SRA, or Valentine NWR, or Rowe Sanctuary? Please DO NOT reply to this on the list! Rather, please email me your recommendations: bwd@birdwatchersdigest. com. Birders from across the continent will be grateful for your advice. Thanks in advance, and best wishes for good birding! Dawn Hewitt Dawn Hewitt Managing Editor Bird Watcher's Digest <http://www.birdwatchersdigest.com/> P.O. Box 110 Marietta, OH 45750 U.S.A. 800-879-2473 http://www.birdwatchersdigest.com Bird Watcher's Digest: The magazine for birders who read and readers who bird. We're your birding family. Stay in touch with BWD! Join our online family of bird watchers and receive engaging content, great deals, no SPAM. Don't miss our outstanding events for birders, including the American Birding Expo <http://www.americanbirdingexpo.com/>! Try the BWD App <http://www.birdwatchersdigest.com/bwdapp/>! http://www.birdwatchersdigest.com/bwdapp The entire 12-person staff of Bird Watcher's Digest wishes to thank you for supporting our small, family-owned business. This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the company. Finally, the recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. Bird Watcher's Digest accepts no liability for any change caused by any virus transmitted by this email.

Date: 1/29/19 12:17 pm From: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Not a personal sighting
With a bit of discussion on seeing Brown Thrashers and G. Catbirds in Nebraska in winter the following 3 species were sighted and photographed on Ontario, Canada CBCs: - Northern Mockingbird - Orange-crowned Warbler - Western Kingbird Clem Klaphake Bellevue, NE ------------------------------------ Posted by: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 7:18 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 7:12 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 7:09 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 7:06 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 7:06 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 7:00 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:58 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:57 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:55 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:50 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:49 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:47 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:47 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:47 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:46 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:45 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:45 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:44 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:40 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:35 am From: Brian Peterson <gordilly...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Fwd: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
Admin, please terminate Rich's membership in this group. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Date: Tue, Jan 29, 2019, 8:27 AM Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows To: <NEBirds...> I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Date: 1/29/19 6:27 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:26 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:19 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:16 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:07 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:06 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 6:01 am From: '' <rich...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: Re: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I will be out of the country on vacation until Feb. 10 and may not have internet access. I will respond as needed upon my return. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. ------------------------------------ Posted by: "" <rich...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/29/19 5:57 am From: Jan Johnson <janbirder...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Harris’s Sparrows
I’ve had three Harris’s Sparrows who have decided to brave the winter in my yard. This morning I counted five under the feeder before a Sharpie flew through. This is the most I’ve had winter over in my yard in at least fifteen years. One or two is usually the most. Jan Johnson Wakefield http://www.flickr.com/photos/bird-brained-quilter/ ------------------------------------ Posted by: Jan Johnson <janbirder...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/28/19 1:38 pm From: 'Jorgensen, Joel' <Joel.Jorgensen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: RE: [NEBirds] Available Breeding Bird Survey Routes
Hello again. I've received a couple reports from Apple/Mac users that they see two maps on the post. I'm not sure how that is possible, but it is the second map with only yellow and dark blue colored routes that is the correct one. I'm also pasting the map below. Routes in yellow are available. [cid:<image001.png...>] -Joel Joel Jorgensen \| Nongame Bird Program Manager Nebraska Game and Parks Commission 2200 N. 33rd 68503 \| 402.471.5440 <joel.jorgensen...><mailto:<joel.jorgensen...> Visit the Birds of Nebraska - Online <http://www.birdsofnebraska.org/> \| www.birdsofnebraska.org From: <NEBirds...> <NEBirds...> Sent: Monday, January 28, 2019 2:43 PM To: <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Available Breeding Bird Survey Routes The weather outside is frightful which makes it the perfect time to make plans for summer. As I usually do around this time, I am making a plea for volunteers to fill vacant Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) routes. Contributing to the BBS program requires only one morning to complete the survey and a route can be done anytime from late May to early July. There are, however, a few requirements one needs to meet before a person signs up. To get the full rundown and to view a map showing the location of vacant BBS routes (in yellow), visit the following link: https://birds.outdoornebraska.gov/2019-breeding-bird-survey-routes-available/ If, after reading the information on the webpage, you still have questions about the BBS program, please do not hesitate sending me an email off-list or by giving me a phone call at the number below. Good birding and stay warm! -Joel Joel Jorgensen \| Nongame Bird Program Manager Nebraska Game and Parks Commission 2200 N. 33rd 68503 \| 402.471.5440 <joel.jorgensen...><mailto:<joel.jorgensen...> Visit the Birds of Nebraska - Online <http://www.birdsofnebraska.org/> \| www.birdsofnebraska.org [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ Posted by: "Jorgensen, Joel" <Joel.Jorgensen...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/28/19 12:43 pm From: 'Jorgensen, Joel' <Joel.Jorgensen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Available Breeding Bird Survey Routes
The weather outside is frightful which makes it the perfect time to make plans for summer. As I usually do around this time, I am making a plea for volunteers to fill vacant Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) routes. Contributing to the BBS program requires only one morning to complete the survey and a route can be done anytime from late May to early July. There are, however, a few requirements one needs to meet before a person signs up. To get the full rundown and to view a map showing the location of vacant BBS routes (in yellow), visit the following link: https://birds.outdoornebraska.gov/2019-breeding-bird-survey-routes-available/ If, after reading the information on the webpage, you still have questions about the BBS program, please do not hesitate sending me an email off-list or by giving me a phone call at the number below. Good birding and stay warm! -Joel Joel Jorgensen \| Nongame Bird Program Manager Nebraska Game and Parks Commission 2200 N. 33rd 68503 \| 402.471.5440 <joel.jorgensen...><mailto:<joel.jorgensen...> Visit the Birds of Nebraska - Online <http://www.birdsofnebraska.org/> \| www.birdsofnebraska.org

Date: 1/27/19 10:56 pm From: <scott_buss79...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Re: Black-billed Magpie Madison Co
Also had a pair just east of the intersection of 553 ave and 836 rd southwest of Norfolk this evening. I’ve seem them in this location year round for the last three years. ------------------------------------ Posted by: <scott_buss79...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/27/19 5:49 pm From: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] TRSW
I stopped at Carter Lake near the Omaha airport today at 11:30 and counted 63 Trumpeter Swans among about 150 Canada Geese and an assortment of Ducks - Mallards, C. Goldeneye, Ring-necked Ducks...... I reported the T. Swans to the Trumpeter Swan Society - they are keeping tabs on number and locations of wintering Trumpeters. Clem Klaphake Bellevue, NE ------------------------------------ Posted by: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/27/19 1:20 pm From: <heidtdw...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Black-billed Magpie Madison Co
Hi all, just had two Black-billed Magpie fly across the road at the T-intersection of 550 Ave and 844 Road--Northwest of Norfolk. (will be an eBird report shortly) David Heidt Norfolk

Date: 1/27/19 8:38 am From: Allen <allenreyer...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Pileated Woodpecker
Just had a nice male Pileated Woodpecker in the tree behind the house. Also had a Tufted Titmouse at the feeder and yesterday, a Red Breasted Nuthatch. Lots of Flickers, as well. Al Reyer Bellevue, NE Sent from my iPad ------------------------------------ Posted by: Allen <allenreyer...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/25/19 5:10 pm From: 'Elliott Bedows' <ebedows...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Fontenelle Forest, Sarpy Co.
Hi everyone, Took a hike along the north floodplain trails this afternoon where, despite the late hour and the fresh snowfall, a few birds of note were seen. Along the creek where the tracks at Hawthorne Tr. meet Walking Club/Missouri River Tr. was a very cooperative Winter Wren (that is cooperative for a Winter Wren!). Along Cottonwood was a Belted Kingfisher male and a couple of Song Sparrows were seen, as well. But nary a goose nor duck was spotted on the River along the Missouri River on Missouri River Tr. Not too many generics were seen/heard either where Red-headed Woodpeckers contiue to be the most conspicous woodpecker species of this winter in the Forest. Elliott Bedows Bellevue, Sarpy Co.

Date: 1/23/19 12:23 pm From: Mark Brogie <mabrogie...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] LAST CALL FOR 2018 NEBRASKA LISTS
> > NEBRASKA ORNITHOLOGISTS' UNION COUNTY & LIFE-LIST TOTALS > ** Do not count new species seen after Dec. 31, 2018 > > LIST A: Report your # of species below (highlight) those counties with 125 or > more species. > Adams: Antelope: Etc: > > > LIST B: Total Nebraska County Number: (500 minimum). > Add totals of all species for= EVERY (including those below 125) county visited. > For example if you have seen 100 species of NE birds in every NE county; > your total county number= would be: 100 X 93 = 9,300. > > > LIST C: Nebraska Life List Total : (250 minimum). > Total of all species you have EVER seen in NE. > > > LIST D: = 2018 year total:(100 minimum). > Total of all species seen in NE in the year 2017. > > > LIST E: (ALL 93 County LIST)! Number of species observed in ALL of the 93 > Nebraska counties: > If you have seen a Mallard, American Robin, & European Starling in EVERY NE > county; this # would be 3. Mark A. Brogie <mabrogie...> ------------------------------------ Posted by: Mark Brogie <mabrogie...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/23/19 8:47 am From: <pswanson19...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Pine Siskins
Late yesterday a friend of mine who lives near 93rd and Harney reported about 200 Pine Siskins at his backyard feeders! If someone would like to see then, please contact me and I will give you the info. Not sure if that many are still there today. Phil Swanson Papillion

Date: 1/23/19 3:04 am From: Joe <jfreeborn58...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Re: Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
I’ve had a female yellow-belly sapsucker here for the last few days on my suet pretty steadily throughout the day. First one I’ve seen in my yard. Not too spooky at all either. I’ve posted a couple pics on eBird but haven’t been able to get anything uploaded onto Youtube. I’ve a few pretty good photos, since it is on my deck, if anyone wants, just email me. Thanks! Joe Freeborn Wahoo, NE Sent from my iPad ------------------------------------ Posted by: Joe <jfreeborn58...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/22/19 8:44 pm From: Loren Padelford <lpdlfrd...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Retraction of White-winged Junco, Bellevue
Birders, Alas, the White-winged Junco we reported at our feeder turned into a juvenile Slate Colored Dark-eyed Junco. Apparently the wing bars it wore as a juvenile have not yet worn away. Thanks to Ross Silcock for pointing us to the correct identification. Loren and Babs Padelford Bellevue, NE <lpdlfrd...>

Date: 1/22/19 3:12 pm From: 'Jorgensen, Joel' <Joel.Jorgensen...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: RE: [NEBirds] New closure at Branched Oak Lake
I contacted the Branched Oak SRA Superintendent regarding this matter today.. This area is NOT closed at this time, but was closed during the summer and will be closed again during future summers. The sign was inadvertently left from the summer closure. It will be removed this week. Again, there is no new closure at Branched Oak Lake. Thanks, Noah, for reading signs and also bringing this issue to light so it can be rectified. -Joel Joel Jorgensen \| Nongame Bird Program Manager Nebraska Game and Parks Commission 2200 N. 33rd 68503 \| 402.471.5440 <joel.jorgensen...><mailto:<joel.jorgensen...> ________________________________ From: <NEBirds...> [<NEBirds...>] Sent: Monday, January 21, 2019 7:07 PM To: 'Elliott Bedows' <ebedows...> [NEBirds] Subject: Re: [NEBirds] New closure at Branched Oak Lake There was no chain or gate across the entrance, just a sign alongside the entrance. None of the pavement in the area seemed icy today. What I think is going on is that birders and photographers might have been harassing the eagles that roost in the trees around the overlook, and park management permanently closed the area to protect the birds. *FYI, I haven�t actually seen any eagle harassment happen there* but I know a lot of people visit the lake to photograph the eagles, so it�s possible there has been bad behavior. Noah On Monday, January 21, 2019, 7:02:31 PM CST, 'Elliott Bedows' <ebedows...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: Noah (and others), Were at BOL recently and noticed that signage but did not worry much about it. The area that is closed off currently is icy and it wouldn�t be real wise to go there anyway. Are you certain that that chain represents a permanent change in visitation privileges or is just a safety measure being implemented until it is safe to use the area. Elliott (Bedows Bellevue) From: <NEBirds...> [mailto:<NEBirds...>] Sent: Monday, January 21, 2019 5:48 PM To: <nebirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] New closure at Branched Oak Lake FYI Branched Oak Lake regulars... According to new signage, the parking lot and overlook at the south end of the Branched Oak Lake dam (on NW 98th St. just north of Raymond Rd.) is now closed to vehicles. Parking is not permitted along the road in this area, so there is now no access to this overlook. This overlook was the best place to scan the middle of the lake for pelagic birds like scoters and loons, and depending on ice conditions, this was also sometimes the best gulling spot on the lake. So keep this closure in mind when planning trips to Branched Oak from now on. Noah Arthur (Oakland, CA/Lincoln, NE)

Date: 1/22/19 2:29 pm From: <pjlam44...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] leucistic Goldfinch
A leucistic goldfinch came to our feeder today. Posting a picture on the group site. Patsy South-central Omaha

Date: 1/22/19 1:02 pm From: Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Oops
I am using the Canon Powershot SX60 HS. I’m just a beginner at the photos so I went with a camera several birders in Lincoln recommended. It’s lightweight and fairly easy to use. I just didn’t want something heavy when we are out birding. The test will be whether I can use it out in the field. There is now an SX70, but I don’t know much about the upgrade. > On Jan 22, 2019, at 2:38 PM, John Clem <johndavidclem...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: > > That's a nice photograph. What kind of camera and lens did you use? > John ClemFreeman, SD > > On Tuesday, January 22, 2019, 2:23:03 PM CST, Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> <mailto:<tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> <mailto:<NEBirds...>> wrote: > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > >

Date: 1/22/19 12:40 pm From: John Clem <johndavidclem...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Oops
That's a nice photograph. What kind of camera and lens did you use? John ClemFreeman, SD On Tuesday, January 22, 2019, 2:23:03 PM CST, Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ Posted by: John Clem <johndavidclem...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

Date: 1/22/19 12:25 pm From: Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
We are in Lincoln. Sorry. I can’t seem to get this right. Terri > On Jan 22, 2019, at 2:18 PM, Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> wrote: > > Terri, > What town or city do you live in? > Clem Klaphake > Bellevue, NE > > > On 1/22/2019 1:40 PM, Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> <mailto:<tbrown3...> [NEBirds] wrote: >> >> It seems like it’s always in bad weather that a Yellow-bellied Sapsucker shows up in the backyard. What a treat. >> >> >> Terri Brown > > >

Date: 1/22/19 12:23 pm From: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: Re: [NEBirds] Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Terri, What town or city do you live in? Clem Klaphake Bellevue, NE On 1/22/2019 1:40 PM, Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] wrote: > > It seems like it’s always in bad weather that a Yellow-bellied > Sapsucker shows up in the backyard. What a treat. > > > Terri Brown >

Date: 1/22/19 12:15 pm From: Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Oops

Date: 1/22/19 11:43 am From: Teresa Brown <tbrown3...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
It seems like it’s always in bad weather that a Yellow-bellied Sapsucker shows up in the backyard. What a treat. Terri Brown

Date: 1/22/19 9:31 am From: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> [NEBirds] <NEBirds...> Subject: [NEBirds] A couple of sightings
Not reported to e-bird Wehrspann Lake - Sarpy County (Totally frozen) - Bald Eagle 2 - Red-tailed Hawk 2 - Canada Geese 140 (on the ice) - Am. Crow 4 - Sang Sparrow 1 - Dark-eyed Junco 15 Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in rural western Sarpy County - Eurasian-collared Dove 2 - Am. Robin 4 - Harris's Sparrow 2 - DE Junco 18 - Meadowlark species 10 Clem Klaphake Bellevue, NE ------------------------------------ Posted by: Clem Klaphake <ckavian...> ------------------------------------ ------------------------------------ Yahoo Groups Links <> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/ <> Your email settings: Individual Email \| Traditional <> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEBirds/join (Yahoo! ID required) <> To change settings via email: <NEBirds-digest...> <NEBirds-fullfeatured...> <> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: <NEBirds-unsubscribe...> <> Your use of Yahoo Groups is subject to: https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/

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