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6 Jun 6/6/09--Zenaida Dove (continues), Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 6 Jun Special Report--Neotropic Cormorant, Orange County [Christian Newton ] 5 Jun Special Report for 6/7/09--Neotropic Cormorant--Orange County [Christian Newton ] 4 Jun 6/4/09--Zenaida Dove, Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 25 May 5/25/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 24 May 5/24/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 23 May 5/23/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 22 May 5/22/09--Sooty Shearwater, Leach's, Wilson's and Band-rumped Storm-Petrel, Volusia , Duval County and Brevard County [Christian Newton ] 22 May 5/22/09--Baird's Sandpiper (continues), Duval County [Christian Newton ] 22 May 5/22/09--Leach's Storm- Petrels, Sooty Shearwaters, Atlantic Coast [Margie Wilkinson ] 22 May 5/22/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 21 May 5/21/09--(UPDATE) Greater Sand-plover, Duval County, Huguenot Mem. Park [Margie Wilkinson ] 21 May 5/21/09--Baird's Sandpiper, Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 21 May 5/21/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Christian Newton ] 21 May 5/20/09--Sooty Shearwater, Leach's Storm-Petrel, Brevard and Volusia County [Christian Newton ] 20 May 5/19/09--Western Spindalis, Palm Beach County, Boynton Beach [Margie Wilkinson ] 19 May 5/19/09--BULLETIN Duval County, Huguenot Park EXTREME WEATHER [Margie Wilkinson ] 18 May 5/18/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Christian Newton ] 17 May 5/17/09/--(Update) Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 17 May 5/17/09--(Update) Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 17 May 5/17/09--Greater Sand-Plover, Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 16 May Update--5/16/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Christian Newton ] 16 May 5/16/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 15 May 5/15/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 14 May Photo Update--5/14/09--Greater Sand-plover, Duval County [Christian Newton ] 14 May 5/14/09--Greater Sandplover, Duval County [Christian Newton ] 6 May 5/6/09--Common Merganser (relocated), Pasco County [Margie Wilkinson ] 4 May 5/4/09--Western Spindalis, Broward County, Ft. Lauderdale [Margie Wilkinson ] 3 May 5/3/09--White-tipped Dove, Western Spindalis (continues) Monroe County, Key West [Margie Wilkinson ] 29 Apr 4/29/09--Western Spindalis (continues), Monroe County [Margie Wilkinson ] 29 Apr 4/29/09--Western Spindalis, Monroe County [Margie Wilkinson ] 28 Apr 4/28/09--Western Spindalis, Monroe County [Margie Wilkinson ] 26 Apr 4/26/09--Fork-tailed Flycatcher (continues), Monroe County [Margie Wilkinson ] 26 Apr 4/26/09--Yellow-faced Grassquit (continues), Monroe County [Margie Wilkinson ] 25 Apr 4/25/09--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Monroe County, Key West [Margie Wilkinson ] 23 Apr 4/23/09--Yellow-faced Grassquit (continues), Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 22 Apr 4/22/09--Yellow-faced Grassquit (continues), Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 21 Apr 4/20/09--Yellow-faced Grassquit, Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 21 Apr 4/20/09--Loggerhead Kingbird (continues), Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 12 Apr Updated Directions--4/12/09--Loggerhead Kingbird, Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 12 Apr 4/12/09--Loggerhead Kingbird, Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 5 Apr 4/5/09--Common Merganser (continues), Pasco County [Christian Newton ] 4 Apr 4/4/09--Common Merganser (continues), Pasco County [Christian Newton ] 3 Apr 4/2/09--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 3 Apr 4/3/09--female Common Merganser, Pasco County [Christian Newton ] 31 Mar UPDATE--3/31/09--Brown-crested Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County [Christian Newton ] 31 Mar 3/31/09--LaSagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County [Christian Newton ] 29 Mar 3/29/09--California Gull, Brevard County [Christian Newton ] 28 Mar 3/28/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County [Christian Newton ] 27 Mar 3/27/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County [Christian Newton ] 26 Mar 3/26/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County [Christian Newton ] 26 Mar 3/25/09--California Gull, Volusia County [Christian Newton ] 25 Mar 3/25/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County [Christian Newton ] 24 Mar 3/24/09--Ruff (re-located), Columbia County [Christian Newton ] 22 Mar 3/22/09--White-faced Ibis (continues), Hernando County [Christian Newton ] 22 Mar 3/21/09--Thayer's Gull, Iceland "Kumlien's" Gull (continue), Brevard County [Christian Newton ] 22 Mar 3/22/09--Tropical Kingbird (continues), Miami-Dade County [Christian Newton ] 20 Mar 3/20/09--White-faced Ibis, Hernando County [Christian Newton ] 18 Mar 3/18/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County [Christian Newton ] 17 Mar 3/17/09--Ruff, Columbia County [Christian Newton ] 12 Mar 3/12/09--Tropical Kingbird (continues), Miami-Dade County [Christian Newton ] 12 Mar 3/12/09--Western Spindalis, Broward County [Christian Newton ] 7 Mar 3/7/09--Bell's Vireo, Miami-Dade County [Christian Newton ] 7 Mar 3/7/09--Black-throated Gray Warbler, Miami-Dade County [Christian Newton ] 6 Mar 3/6/09--Brown-crested Flycatcher, Orange County [Christian Newton ] 6 Mar 3/6/09--Iceland and Glaucous Gull (continues), Volusia County [Christian Newton ] 3 Mar 3/2/09--Thayer's and Iceland Gull (continues), Volusia County [Christian Newton ] 3 Mar 3/3/09-- California Gull (continues), Volusia County [Christian Newton ] 26 Feb 2/25/09--Vega Gull and European Herring Gull (continues), Volusia County [Christian Newton ] 25 Feb Late Post--2/22/09--LaSagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County [Christian Newton ] 25 Feb 2/25/09--Bananaquit, Palm Beach County [Christian Newton ] 23 Feb 2/22/09--Say's Phoebe (continues), Lake County [Margie Wilkinson ] 21 Feb 2/21/09--Allen's Hummingbird, Polk County [Margie Wilkinson ] 21 Feb 2/21/09--Tropical Kingbird (continues), Miami-Dade County [Christian Newton ] 20 Feb 2/20/09-- California Gull, Volusia County [Christian Newton ] 17 Feb 2/16/09--Least Grebe (continues), Palm Beach County [Margie Wilkinson ] Subject: 6/6/09--Zenaida Dove (continues), Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sat, 6 Jun 2009 22:43:42 -0400 6/4-6/6/09--Zenaida Dove, Monroe County, Key Largo. Observer: Larry Manfredi, Greg Jones, and Debbie. Directions: From US 1 in Key Largo head north on Rt. 905 (Card Sound Rd.), then turn right onto Valois Rd., make immediate right onto La Croix Ct., then left onto Marseilles Blvd. (DeLORME p.g 123) Dove was seen walking on Marseilles Blvd. about half way to the beach. 6/6-- Dove seen between 8:15-8:30AM and may have been observed briefly on 6/5/09. Dove is very skittish and birders should use care when locating this bird. Also roads in area are narrow and most areas off of the named roads are private- please beware of where you park and walk. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: Special Report--Neotropic Cormorant, Orange County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sat, 6 Jun 2009 13:23:18 -0400 Adult Neotropic Cormorant, Orange County, Lake Apopka North Shore Restoration Area. Reporter: Bill Pranty observers: "Sir" Harry Robinson, Bruce Anderson. This cormorant was 1st discovered 6/4 and again today 6/5/09. The area in which the cormorant is being seen is "RESTRICTED". However do the rarity of the cormorant special permission has been given to allow access to the area via escort on June 7 (Sunday) 2009. Meet at the Lust Rd gate by 9AM. There will be some walking and very little shade so please bring water and sunscreen. Scope needed. Birders must be out of the area by Noon. Directions to Lust Rd.: From S.R. 441 (Orange Blossom Trail) between Apopka + Zellwood, turn south C.R. 437. Continue going South C.R. 437 after several miles look for Lust Road on the right. Turn down Lust and drive to gate. Photo by: Bruce Anderson ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: Special Report for 6/7/09--Neotropic Cormorant--Orange County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 5 Jun 2009 23:57:25 -0400 6/7/09--adult Neotropic Cormorant, Orange County, Lake Apopka North Shore Restoration Area. Reporter: Bill Pranty observers: "Sir" Harry Robinson, Bruce Anderson. This cormorant was 1st discovered 6/4 and again today 6/5/09. The area in which the cormorant is being seen is "RESTRICTED". However do the rarity of the cormorant special permission has been given to allow access to the area via escort on July 7 (Sunday) 2009. Meet at the Lust Rd gate by 9AM. There will be some walking and very little shade so please bring water and sunscreen. Scope needed. Birders must be out of the area by Noon. Directions to Lust Rd.: From S.R. 441 (Orange Blossom Trail) between Apopka + Zellwood, turn south C.R. 437. Continue going South C.R. 437 after several miles look for Lust Road on the right. Turn down Lust and drive to gate. Photo by: Bruce Anderson ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 6/4/09--Zenaida Dove, Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 4 Jun 2009 16:43:28 -0400 6/4/09--Zenaida Dove, Monroe County, Key Largo. Observer: Larry Manfredi. Directions: From US 1 in Key Largo head north on Rt. 905 (Card Sound Rd.), then turn right onto Valois Rd., make immediate right onto La Croix Ct., then left onto Marseilles Blvd. (DeLORME p.g 123) Dove was seen walking on Marseilles Blvd. about half way to the beach. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/25/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Mon, 25 May 2009 20:18:44 -0500 5/25/09--Breeding plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00/car after 10. Park open 8AM-8PM. Low tide best for viewing. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/24/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 24 May 2009 20:27:40 -0500 5/24/09--Breeding plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00/car after 10. Park open 8AM-8PM. Low tide best for viewing. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/23/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 23 May 2009 12:45:18 -0500 5/23/09--Breeding plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00/car after 10. Park open 8AM-8PM. Leach's Storm-Petrel also seen close on oceanside. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/22/09--Sooty Shearwater, Leach's, Wilson's and Band-rumped Storm-Petrel, Volusia , Duval County and Brevard County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 22:41:20 -0400 5/19-5/22/09--Sooty Shearwater, Leach's, Wilson's and Band-rumped Storm-Petrel, Volusia , Duval County and Brevard County, Ponce de Leon Inlet and Playalinda Beach. Do to strong winds along the Atlantic Florida coast line, several pelagic type species have been observed along the beaches and inlets. Observers: M.ob. Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island(DeLORME pg. 58). Ponce de Leon Inlet-- Directions: From I-95 exit Dunlawton rd. and head east until you see A1A then follow A1A to Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Park (fee) (DeLORME p. 75) Playalinda Beach-- Directions: Off of I-95, exit Rt. 406, head East through Titusville to refuge. Take Rt. 402 to Playalinda Beach. (DeLORME p.82). Species seen since 5/19/09: Masked Booby, Artic Terns, Red-necked Phalarope Birders please use caution when venturing out to observe these birds during any type of bad weather. The winds and waves can be very unpredictable during these storms. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/22/09--Baird's Sandpiper (continues), Duval County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 22:31:17 -0400 5/21-5/22/09--2 Baird's Sandpiper, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observer: M.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58). Sandpipers observed on the lagoon edge near the drive-thru beach access. Red-necked Phalarope in area as well. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/22/09--Leach's Storm- Petrels, Sooty Shearwaters, Atlantic Coast From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 17:43:54 -0500 5/22/09--Hundreds of Leach's Storm-Petrels, several Sooty Shearwaters, seen from Ormond Beach to Flagler Beach. Observer: Michael Brothers. Reporter: Dexter Richardson. Unidentified Tropicbird brought into Ponce Institute Rehab Center. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/22/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 16:22:08 -0500 5/22/09--Breeding plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island(DeLORME pg. 58). Sand-Plover is being seen at SE corner of Huguenot lagoon. Directions: Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north alongthe bay's east side. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees:$1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00/car after 10. Park open 8AM-8PM. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/21/09--(UPDATE) Greater Sand-plover, Duval County, Huguenot Mem. Park From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Thu, 21 May 2009 15:59:57 -0500 5/21/09--Greater Sand-plover found today at wash flat near the SE corner of the park's inner basin. Huge crowds are expected tomorrow through Monday. For optimum viewing opportunities, plan to arrive early and depart around noon to avoid the mobs and traffic congestion. The park was hit hard by the gale with some damage to the entry road, but the inner basin shoreline seems passable. Please comply with all regulations and PARK IN DESIGNATED AREAS. The plover is now closer to the Family Beach near the bay access then the distant parking area at the far north end of the bay side barrier. Also present today at inlet north end of HMP, 3 White-rumped Sandpipers, ca 800 Red Knots. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/21/09--Baird's Sandpiper, Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Thu, 21 May 2009 15:39:33 -0500 5/21/09--Baird's Sandpiper, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observer: Alex Harper. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58). No report yet as to today's exact location of Baird's Sandpiper in the park. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/21/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 21 May 2009 13:19:22 -0400 5/14-5/21/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00/car after 10. Park open 8AM-8PM. Incidents are being reported of photographers/birders approaching the bird ahead of the birding group and forcing it further back on the flats. Please observe the obvious consideration for others and for the welfare of the bird. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/20/09--Sooty Shearwater, Leach's Storm-Petrel, Brevard and Volusia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 21 May 2009 10:42:45 -0400 5/19-5/20/09--Sooty Shearwater, Leach's Storm-Petrel, Masked Booby, Artic Terns, Volusia and Brevard County, Ponce de Leon Inlet and Playalinda Beach. Do to strong winds along the Atlantic Florida coast line, several pelagic type species have been observed along the beaches and inlets. Observers: Michael Brothers, Mitchell Harris, and others. Ponce de Leon Inlet-- Directions: From I-95 exit Dunlawton rd. and head east until you see A1A then follow A1A to Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Park (fee) (DeLORME p. 75) Playalinda Beach-- Directions: Off of I-95, exit Rt. 406, head East through Titusville to refuge. Take Rt. 402 to Playalinda Beach. (DeLORME p.82). Birders please use caution when venturing out to observe these birds during any type of bad weather. The winds and waves can be very unpredictable during these storms. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/19/09--Western Spindalis, Palm Beach County, Boynton Beach From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 11:22:45 -0500 5/19/09--Male Western Spindalis, Seacrest Scrub Natural Area, Boynton Beach. Observer: Ron Crandall. Directions: From I-95 take Woolbright Rd. east to Seacrest Blvd. Turn south. Seacrest Scrub Natural Area is located on the east side of Seacrest Boulevard, 1.75 miles south of Woolbright Road. The bird was seen on the Sand Pine Hiking Trail,about 3/4 of the way toward the back of the park on a relatively straight section of the trail that branches off from the Gopher Tortoise Nature Trail. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/19/09--BULLETIN Duval County, Huguenot Park EXTREME WEATHER From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Tue, 19 May 2009 09:31:03 -0500 5/19/09--NE Florida and Huguenot Park are currently experiencing extreme weather conditions with high winds, rain and storm surges along the coast. Huguenot Park MAY BE CLOSED upon arrival or conditions in the park may be highly adverse to access tidal habitats (shorelines flooded). When last reported, the Greater Sand-plover may have sought refuge in INACCESSIBLE habitats in the park. The extreme weather conditions are predicted to ease Thursday when local birders will verify the plover's continued presence. Until then, all potential visitors would be well advised to delay or forego plans to travel here for views of the plover. Intrusion into protected habitat while pursuing the plover has been reported. Such actions are strongly prohibited. Please observe all barriers and off-limits signs. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/18/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Mon, 18 May 2009 14:33:13 -0400 5/14-5/18/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00/car after 10. Park open 8AM-8PM. Incidents are being reported of photographers/birders approaching the bird ahead of the birding group and forcing it further back on the flats. Please observe the obvious consideration for others and for the welfare of the bird. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/17/09/--(Update) Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 17 May 2009 21:32:34 -0500 5/17/09--Sightings reported throughout this afternoon. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/17/09--(Update) Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 17 May 2009 13:53:42 -0500 5/17/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00/car after 10. Park open 8AM-8PM. Last sighting reported 11:45 AM. Incidents are being reported of photographers/birders approaching the bird ahead of the birding group and forcing it further back on the flats. Please observe the obvious consideration for others and for the welfare of the bird. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/17/09--Greater Sand-Plover, Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 17 May 2009 10:31:46 -0500 5/17/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00/car after 10. Park open 8AM-8PM. Incidents are being reported of photographers/birders approaching the bird ahead of the birding group and forcing it further back on the flats. Please observe the obvious consideration for others and for the welfare of the bird. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: Update--5/16/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sat, 16 May 2009 22:06:44 -0400 5/16/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00 after 10. As of 6:00 PM Sand-plover was still be seeing. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/16/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 16 May 2009 07:11:01 -0500 5/16/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Once past the entry gate, follow the main road along the St. John's River until it crosses over to the bayside beyond the campground. Once you access the bay shore, TURN LEFT, pass through the row of pilings and park on the Family Beach above the high tide line. Secure your vehicle then hike east along the boundary fence as it traces the shoreline east then north along the bay's east side. After a 5-8 minute walk, you will sight a small patch of cord grass high on the tide / wash flats to your left. Please stay behind barriers and park in designated places. Fees: $1.00/person before 10:00 a.m., $3.00 after 10. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/15/09--Greater Sand-Plover (continues), Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 07:14:25 -0500 5/15/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sand-Plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Observers: m.ob. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A); just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58) Sand-Plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: Photo Update--5/14/09--Greater Sand-plover, Duval County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 19:31:34 -0400 5/14/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sand-plover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Reporter: Wes Biggs, observers: Doris Leary, Lesley Royce & Carol Adams, Roger Clark. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A); just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME p.g 58) Sand-plover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. Photo taken by Roger Clark. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/14/09--Greater Sandplover, Duval County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 13:32:59 -0400 5/14/09--Breeding Plumage Greater Sandplover, Huguenot Memorial Park, Duval County. Reporter: Wes Biggs, observers: Doris Leary, Lesley Royce & Carol Adams, Roger Clark. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A); just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME p.g 58) Sandplover is being seen at Huguenot lagoon. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/6/09--Common Merganser (relocated), Pasco County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Wed, 6 May 2009 17:38:21 -0500 5/6/09--Female Common Merganser relocated, Pasco County. Observer: Ken Tracey. Directions: Location is due west of the end of Hwy 54 at US 19. The road name changes to Sail Dr. Go to the stop sign at the intersection with Kingsbury Dr., turn right and stop at the culvert there. The merganser was on the left side. Although this pond is a mile long as it goes through the neighborhoods there, this is the only spot to stop and scan the pond, and the narrow road presents a traffic problem. Use good judgment when stopping as there is no place to pull off the road (per Ken Tracey). ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/4/09--Western Spindalis, Broward County, Ft. Lauderdale From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Mon, 4 May 2009 15:56:20 -0500 5/4/09--Western Spindalis, Broward County, Ft. Lauderdale, Snyder Park. Observer: Bryant Roberts. Directions: The entrance to Snyder Park is about a block north of the Ft. Lauderdale International Airport Perimeter Road at 3299 SW 4th Avenue directly across from the Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue Station #32. To reach the spot where the bird was first seen bear right into the main portion of the park after passing the entrance station then take the immediate left towards the west then the next left towards the south and park where the road widens for parking after about 150 feet. The bird was first seen in the two-trunked oak tree at the southwest end of this parking area, later heard from woods to northeast. Park is open from 7 am until dusk seven days a week and there is a one dollar per person entrance fee on weekends. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 5/3/09--White-tipped Dove, Western Spindalis (continues) Monroe County, Key West From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 3 May 2009 12:51:49 -0500 5/3/09--White-tipped Dove. Monroe County, Indigenous Park, Key West. Observer: Carl Goodrich. Reporter: Murray Gardler. Directions: After crossing the bridge from Stock Island to Key West, turn left onto South Roosevelt Boulevard. Drive 2 miles to Bertha Street. Turn right, then left onto Atlantic Avenue. Continue 0.5 miles to White Street. Turn right into the parking area. Access to the park is via Wildlife Rescue of the Florida Keys, a wildlife rehabilitation center (no fee, opens at 8:30 AM). Western Spindlalis continues. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/29/09--Western Spindalis (continues), Monroe County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:31:40 -0500 4/29/09--Western Spindalis, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Bird seen today near water fountain. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/29/09--Western Spindalis, Monroe County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:28:27 -0500 4/29/09--Western Spindalis, Monroe County, Indigenous Park, Key West. Observer: Mark Hedden. Directions: After crossing the bridge from Stock Island to Key West, turn left onto South Roosevelt Boulevard. Drive 2 miles to Bertha Street. Turn right, then left onto Atlantic Avenue. Continue 0.5 miles to White Street. Turn right into the parking area. Access to the park is via Wildlife Rescue of the Florida Keys, a wildlife rehabilitation center (no fee, opens at 8:30 AM). Bird was jut off paved path, near cherub water fountain. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/28/09--Western Spindalis, Monroe County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Tue, 28 Apr 2009 19:11:15 -0500 4/28/09--Western Spindalis, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Observer: Cindy Cummings, Ruth Kerr. Reporter, Murray Gardler. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Bird seen today in the Gumbo Limbo tree left of the ramp to the bathrooms. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/26/09--Fork-tailed Flycatcher (continues), Monroe County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:16:02 -0500 4/26/09--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Bird was relocated near fountain area. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/26/09--Yellow-faced Grassquit (continues), Monroe County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:09:45 -0500 4/26/09--adult male Yellow-faced Grassquit, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Observer: M.ob. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Bird seen today near dumpster. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/25/09--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Monroe County, Key West From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 25 Apr 2009 16:28:07 -0500 4/25/09--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Observer: Bob Wallace. Reporter: Murray Gardler, Bev Hansen. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Bird was seen near dumpster this a.m. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/23/09--Yellow-faced Grassquit (continues), Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:37:18 -0400 4/20-4/23/09--adult male Yellow-faced Grassquit, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Original observer: M.ob. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Seen along the nature trail by the berm near two Coconut Palms that are right next to the path on the right side. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/22/09--Yellow-faced Grassquit (continues), Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:40:34 -0400 4/20-4/22/09--adult male Yellow-faced Grassquit, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Original observer: Larry Manfredi and several others. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Grassquit was observed around 5:30PM. Seen along the nature trail by the berm near two Coconut Palms that are right next to the path on the right side. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/20/09--Yellow-faced Grassquit, Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:41:27 -0400 4/20/09--adult male Yellow-faced Grassquit, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Observer: Larry Manfredi and several others. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Grassquit was observed around 5:30PM. Seen along the nature trail by the berm near two Coconut Palms that are right next to the path on the right side. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/20/09--Loggerhead Kingbird (continues), Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:36:38 -0400 4/12-4/20/09--Loggerhead Kingbird, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Observer: M.ob. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Kingbird seen near nature trail. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: Updated Directions--4/12/09--Loggerhead Kingbird, Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sun, 12 Apr 2009 11:11:12 -0400 4/12/09--Loggerhead Kingbird, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Reporter: Murray Gardler, observer: Carl Goodrich. Directions: From U.S.1 (south) in Key West, turn north onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard St. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Kingbird seen by fountain area. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/12/09--Loggerhead Kingbird, Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sun, 12 Apr 2009 10:15:22 -0400 4/12/09--Loggerhead Kingbird, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Reporter: Murray Gardler, observer: Carl Goodrich. Directions: From Rt.1 (south) in Key West, turn North onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard Ave. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Park opens at 8AM. Kingbird seen by fountain area. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/5/09--Common Merganser (continues), Pasco County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sun, 5 Apr 2009 21:14:32 -0400 4/3-4/5/09--female Common Merganser, Pasco County, Gulf Harbors Gulf Course, New Port Richey. Observers: Ken Tracey, Dave Gagne, Bill Pranty. Directions: Gulf Harbors Gulf Course (3720 Floramar Terrace, New Port Richey). Off of US 19 (New Port Richey) head west on Floramar Rd. (DeLORME p.g 82) Birders are welcome to visit the golf course. Birders must check in at the building (pro shop/restaurant) at the entrance, and PLEASE STAY OUT OF THE WAY OF GOLFERS. Golf Course opens at 7AM. Merganser was located in the easternmost (mostly northeastern most) part of the eastern most pond on the golf course with 6 Red-breasted Mergansers. This pond is farthest from the parking lot. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/4/09--Common Merganser (continues), Pasco County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sat, 4 Apr 2009 10:16:40 -0400 4/3-4/4/09--female Common Merganser, Pasco County, Gulf Harbors Gulf Course, New Port Richey. Observers: Ken Tracey, Dave Gagne, Bill Pranty. Directions: Gulf Harbors Gulf Course (3720 Floramar Terrace, New Port Richey). Off of US 19 (New Port Richey) head west on Floramar Rd. (DeLORME p.g 82) Birders are welcome to visit the golf course. Birders must check in at the building (pro shop/restaurant) at the entrance, and PLEASE STAY OUT OF THE WAY OF GOLFERS. Golf Course opens at 7AM. Merganser was located in the easternmost (mostly northeastern most) part of the eastern most pond on the golf course with 6 Red-breasted Mergansers. This pond is farthest from the parking lot. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/2/09--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 3 Apr 2009 21:11:13 -0400 4/2/09--La Sagra’s Flycatcher (probable), Monroe County, Snake Bite Trail, Everglades National Park. Observer: Margaret Thomas and husband. Directions: From Florida City, go west on SR 9336/Palm Drive/SW 34 Street to entrance of ENP ($10.00 fee). Follow main road to Snake Bite Trail on left (nearly ¾ of the way to Flamingo). (DeLORME p.g 121) Flycatcher (and possibly a 2nd) was observed ½ ways down trail. There are several Great-crested Flycatchers in the area and where used to help id the La Sagra’s. Vocalization of the flycatcher was heard. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 4/3/09--female Common Merganser, Pasco County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 3 Apr 2009 20:58:44 -0400 4/3/09--female Common Merganser, Pasco County, Gulf Harbors Gulf Course, New Port Richey. Observers: Ken Tracey, Dave Gagne, Bill Pranty. Directions: Gulf Harbors Gulf Course (3720 Floramar Terrace, New Port Richey). Off of US 19 (New Port Richey) head west on Floramar Rd. (DeLORME p.g 82) Birders are welcome to visit the golf course. Birders must check in at the building (pro shop/restaurant) at the entrance, and PLEASE STAY OUT OF THE WAY OF GOLFERS. Golf Course opens at 7AM. Merganser was located in the easternmost (mostly northeastern most) part of the eastern most pond on the golf course with 6 Red-breasted Mergansers. This pond is farthest from the parking lot. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: UPDATE--3/31/09--Brown-crested Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Tue, 31 Mar 2009 18:52:22 -0400 The LaSagra's Flycatcher has been confirmed as a Brown-crested Flycatcher. 3/31/09-- Brown-crested Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County, Matheson Hammock State Park. Observer: Roberto Torres and others. Directions: From U.S. 1 (south Miami) head east on SW 88th (Kendall Dr.) follow to Old Cutler Rd. turn south on Old Cutler. Park will be on your left. (DeLORME p.g 119) Directions to location of flycatcher: Park on east side of Old Cutler Rd. and walk south past stone shelter, continue SE towards a picnic table. Flycatcher observed in trees near side of lake; where it narrows. Flycatcher first came to nearest mangrove to table, then worked the edge of trees heading south. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/31/09--LaSagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:40:51 -0400 3/31/09--LaSagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County, Matheson Hammock State Park. Observer: Roberto Torres and others. Directions: From U.S. 1 (south Miami) head east on SW 88th (Kendall Dr.) follow to Old Cutler Rd. turn south on Old Cutler. Park will be on your left. (DeLORME p.g 119) Directions to location of flycatcher: Park on east side of Old Cutler Rd. and walk south past stone shelter, continue SE towards a picnic table. Flycatcher observed in trees near side of lake; where it narrows. Flycatcher first came to nearest mangrove to table, then worked the edge of trees heading south. Listen for its "wheat" call. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/29/09--California Gull, Brevard County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sun, 29 Mar 2009 21:51:43 -0400 3/27-3/29/09--Adult winter plumaged California Gull, Brevard County, West Cocoa, Brevard County Landfill. Observer: Mitchell Harris, M.ob. Directions: From I-95 by Exit 201. Go west on Route 520 about 1-3/4 miles and turn right on Route 524. After 4/10 mile, turn left on Adamson Rd. and proceed 2.0 miles to landfill entrance on left. (DeLORME p.g 87). Birders Please Sign in at weigh-in building and sign out when you exit. Please make sure to pull off the road fully when scanning for gulls. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/28/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sat, 28 Mar 2009 22:20:06 -0400 3/17-3/28/09--Ruff, Columbia County, Lake City, Alligator Lake Rec Area. Reporter: M.ob. Directions: From 10A in Lake City take Country Club Rd. (south). Rec. Area is off of Country Club Rd. on east side of Alligator Lake. (DeLORME pg. 54-55) Follow to boat ramp and park. Ruff seen off of Montgomery Trail which begins north of boat ramp. Ruff was relocated on the far shore, in the large open pool on the right, immediately after making the first left turn onto the dike. Best viewing from the foot bridge. Scope Needed. Park closed on Mondays, other days open at 8 AM. Map of Alligator Lake is at http://myfwc.com/fishing/pdf/alligator_rev.pdf ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/27/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:57:22 -0400 3/17-3/27/09--Ruff, Columbia County, Lake City, Alligator Lake Rec Area. Reporter: M.ob. Directions: From 10A in Lake City take Country Club Rd. (south). Rec. Area is off of Country Club Rd. on east side of Alligator Lake. (DeLORME pg. 54-55) Follow to boat ramp and park. Ruff seen off of Montgomery Trail which begins north of boat ramp. Ruff was relocated on the far shore, in the large open pool on the right, immediately after making the first left turn onto the dike. Best viewing from the foot bridge. Scope Needed. Park closed on Mondays, other days open at 8 AM. Map of Alligator Lake is at http://myfwc.com/fishing/pdf/alligator_rev.pdf ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/26/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:04:57 -0400 3/17-3/26/09--Ruff, Columbia County, Lake City, Alligator Lake Rec Area. Reporter: M.ob. Directions: From 10A in Lake City take Country Club Rd. (south). Rec. Area is off of Country Club Rd. on east side of Alligator Lake. (DeLORME pg. 54-55) Follow to boat ramp and park. Ruff seen off of Montgomery Trail which begins north of boat ramp. Ruff was relocated on the far shore, in the large open pool on the right, immediately after making the first left turn onto the dike. Best viewing from the foot bridge. Scope Needed. Park closed on Mondays, other days open at 8 AM. Map of Alligator Lake is at http://myfwc.com/fishing/pdf/alligator_rev.pdf ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/25/09--California Gull, Volusia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 26 Mar 2009 14:15:35 -0400 3/25/09--1st winter California Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: Michael Brothers. Directions: Take U.S. 95 to Port Orange exit (#256). Head east on Dunlawton Ave. (Rt. 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the bridge until it dead ends at Atlantic Ave. Turn north (left) on Atlantic Ave. Go about 2.0 miles north until you come to pedestrian walkover across Atlantic Ave. Just before walkway there is a small beachside park on right (Frank Rendon Park, 2705 S. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores- DeLORME p.g 75). Park here and walk down to beach. Gulls come into beach to roost about 3:30 p.m. to sunset. Photo by Michael brothers. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/25/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:43:11 -0400 3/17-3/25/09--Ruff, Columbia County, Lake City, Alligator Lake Rec Area. Reporter: Jerry Krummrich, observer: Virlyn Willis. Directions: From 10A in Lake City take Country Club Rd. (south). Rec. Area is off of Country Club Rd. on east side of Alligator Lake. (DeLORME pg. 54-55) Follow to boat ramp and park. Ruff seen off of Montgomery Trail which begins north of boat ramp. Ruff was relocated on the far shore, in the large open pool on the right, immediately after making the first left turn onto the dike. Scope Needed. Park closed on Mondays, other days open at 8 AM. Map of Alligator Lake is at http://myfwc.com/fishing/pdf/alligator_rev.pdf ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/24/09--Ruff (re-located), Columbia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:27:55 -0400 3/17-3/24/09--Ruff, Columbia County, Lake City, Alligator Lake Rec Area. Reporter: Jerry Krummrich, observer: Virlyn Willis. Directions: From 10A in Lake City take Country Club Rd. (south). Rec. Area is off of Country Club Rd. on east side of Alligator Lake. (DeLORME pg. 54-55) Follow to boat ramp and park. Ruff seen off of Montgomery Trail which begins north of boat ramp. Ruff was relocated on the far shore, in the large open pool on the right, immediately after making the first left turn onto the dike. Scope Needed. Park closed on Mondays, other days open at 8 AM. Map of Alligator Lake is at http://myfwc.com/fishing/pdf/alligator_rev.pdf ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/22/09--White-faced Ibis (continues), Hernando County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:23:57 -0400 3/18/09-3/22/09-- immature/winter-plumaged White-faced Ibis, Hernando County, McKethan Lake. Observer: M.ob. Directions: McKethan Lake is located off of US-41 about 7.0 miles north of Brooksville. (DeLORME p.g 77) Ibis associating with small group of Glossy Ibis. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/21/09--Thayer's Gull, Iceland "Kumlien's" Gull (continue), Brevard County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sun, 22 Mar 2009 16:33:11 -0400 3/21/09--1st cycle Thayer's Gull and Iceland "Kumlien's" Gull, Brevard County, West Cocoa, Brevard County Landfill. Observer: Mitchell Harris. Directions: From I-95 by Exit 201. Go west on Route 520 about 1-3/4 miles and turn right on Route 524. After 4/10 mile, turn left on Adamson Rd. and proceed 2.0 miles to landfill entrance on left. (DeLORME p.g 87). Birders Please Sign in at weigh-in building and sign out when you exit. Please make sure to pull off the road fully when scanning for gulls. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/22/09--Tropical Kingbird (continues), Miami-Dade County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sun, 22 Mar 2009 15:56:18 -0400 3/22/09--Tropical Kingbird, Miami-Dade County, "The Dump Marsh". Observer: M.ob. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at SW 112 Ave (exit 9). Turn right on SW 248 St. (Coconut Palm Dr.) and drive east. Road will split at Gould's Canal, take right side and follow to gate at waste water facility. (DeLORME p.g 119) Kingbird has been seen along fence around wastewater treatment plant and across from the pond behind the wastewater treatment plant. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/20/09--White-faced Ibis, Hernando County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 20 Mar 2009 18:05:18 -0400 3/18/09-3/20/09-- immature/winter-plumaged White-faced Ibis, Hernando County, McKethan Lake. Observer: David Simpson, M.ob. Directions: McKethan Lake is located off of US-41 about 7.0 miles north of Brooksville. (DeLORME p.g 77) Ibis associating with small group of Glossy Ibis. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/18/09--Ruff (continues), Columbia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:14:20 -0400 3/17-3/18/09--Ruff, Columbia County, Lake City, Alligator Lake Rec Area. Reporter: Rex Rowan, observer: Pat Burns, John Hintermister, M.ob. Directions: From 10A in Lake City take Country Club Rd. (south). Rec. Area is off of Country Club Rd. on east side of Alligator Lake. (DeLORME pg. 54-55) Follow to boat ramp and park. Ruff seen off of Montgomery Trail which begins north of boat ramp. Follow trail, go past the first bridge, go past the covered bench then go about 50-100 yards to first place you can look off to your right and see all water rather than mud. Ruff is with some ducks and Black-necked Stilts. Scope Needed. Park closed on Mondays, other days open at 8 AM. Map of Alligator Lake is at http://myfwc.com/fishing/pdf/alligator_rev.pdf ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/17/09--Ruff, Columbia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Tue, 17 Mar 2009 22:37:16 -0400 3/17/09--Ruff, Columbia County, Lake City, Alligator Lake Rec Area. Reporter: Rex Rowan, observer: Pat Burns, John Hintermister. Directions: From 10A in Lake City take Country Club Rd. (south). Rec. Area is off of Country Club Rd. on east side of Alligator Lake. (DeLORME pg. 54-55) Follow to boat ramp and park. Ruff seen off of Montgomery Trail which begins north of boat ramp. Follow trail, go past the first bridge, go past the covered bench then go about 50-100 yards to first place you can look off to your right and see all water rather than mud. Ruff is with some ducks and Black-necked Stilts. Scope Needed. Park closed on Mondays, other days open at 8 AM. Map of Alligator Lake is at http://myfwc.com/fishing/pdf/alligator_rev.pdf ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/12/09--Tropical Kingbird (continues), Miami-Dade County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 12 Mar 2009 23:22:37 -0400 3/12/09--Tropical Kingbird, Miami-Dade County, "The Dump Marsh". Observers: M.ob. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at SW 112 Ave (exit 9). Turn right on SW 248 St. (Coconut Palm Dr.) and drive east. Road will split at Gould's Canal, take right side and follow to gate at waste water facility. (DeLORME p.g 119) Kingbird has been seen along fence around wastewater treatment plant and across from the pond behind the wastewater treatment plant. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/12/09--Western Spindalis, Broward County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:30:44 -0400 3/12/09--Male Western Spindalis, Broward County, Evergreen Cemetery, Ft. Lauderdale. Observer: Jerry Sniderman. Directions: From U.S 1 (south of Fort Lauderdale), turn east on SE 15th St., then left onto SE 10th Ave. Entrance to Cemetery on right (DeLORME p.g 115) Spindalis first observed along eastern edge of cemetery, last seen flying towards western edge of cemetery. Cemetery's main gate is closed on weekends; there are two other gates that are open for walking just north on 10th St. from the Main entrance. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/7/09--Bell's Vireo, Miami-Dade County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sat, 7 Mar 2009 19:39:14 -0500 3/7/09--2 Bell’s Vireo, Miami-Dade County, The Annex (Southern Glades Management Area). Observers: Roberto Torres, Trey Mitchell. Directions: From Florida City, go west on SR 9336/Palm Drive/SW 34 Street. Turn left on SW 232 Avenue/Aerojet Road. Lucky Hammock (large cluster of thick trees) will be on your right, go ¼ mile past this and park. (DeLORME p.122) From the road check vegetation by the gate or a speed bump. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/7/09--Black-throated Gray Warbler, Miami-Dade County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sat, 7 Mar 2009 15:42:09 -0500 3/7/09--female Black-throated Gray Warbler, Miami-Dade County, Bill Sadowski Park. Observer: Bonnie, Trey Mitchell, Roberto Torres. Directions: From U.S 1 (south Miami) turn east onto Eureka Dr. (184th St.), then north on SW 82nd Ave., then east on SW 176th St., then left on SW 79th Ave. Sadowski Park is located at 17555 SW 79 Ave. in Palmetto Bay (See DeLORME p.119). Warbler associating with a mixed flock of warblers. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/6/09--Brown-crested Flycatcher, Orange County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 6 Mar 2009 23:42:45 -0500 3/6/09--Brown-crested Flycatcher, Orange County, Tosohatchee Wildlife Management Area. Observer: Gallus C. Quigley Jr. Directions: From I-95, take exit 79 head west on SR 50 about 10.00 miles. Turn left on Taylor Creek Rd. and follow road about 3.0 miles. Entrance to Tosohatchee WMA located on your left just after you cross a wooden bridge. (DeLORME p.g 81) WMA area opens 8:00 A.M (fee) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/6/09--Iceland and Glaucous Gull (continues), Volusia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 6 Mar 2009 23:12:52 -0500 2/25-3/6/09--3 Iceland and Glaucous Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: M.ob. Directions: Take U.S. 95 to Port Orange exit (#256). Head east on Dunlawton Ave. (Rt. 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the bridge until it dead ends at Atlantic Ave. Turn north (left) on Atlantic Ave. Go about 2.0 miles north until you come to pedestrian walkover across Atlantic Ave. Just before walkway there is a small beachside park on right (Frank Rendon Park, 2705 S. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores- DeLORME p.g 75). Park here and walk down to beach. Gulls come into beach to roost about 3:30 p.m. to sunset. There are thousands of gulls here. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/2/09--Thayer's and Iceland Gull (continues), Volusia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Tue, 3 Mar 2009 13:15:23 -0500 2/25-3/2/09--Thayer's and Iceland Gulls, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: M.ob. Directions: Take U.S. 95 to Port Orange exit (#256). Head east on Dunlawton Ave. (Rt. 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the bridge until it dead ends at Atlantic Ave. Turn north (left) on Atlantic Ave. Go about 2.0 miles north until you come to pedestrian walkover across Atlantic Ave. Just before walkway there is a small beachside park on right (Frank Rendon Park, 2705 S. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores- DeLORME p.g 75). Park here and walk down to beach. Gulls come into beach to roost about 3:30 p.m. to sunset. There are thousands of gulls here. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 3/3/09-- California Gull (continues), Volusia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Tue, 3 Mar 2009 13:09:43 -0500 2/20-3/2/09-- 1st winter California Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: Michael Brothers, Andy Kratter. Directions: Take U.S. 95 to Port Orange exit (#256). Head east on Dunlawton Ave. (Rt. 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the bridge until it dead ends at Atlantic Ave. Turn north (left) on Atlantic Ave. Go about 2.0 miles north until you come to pedestrian walkover across Atlantic Ave. Just before walkway there is a small beachside park on right (Frank Rendon Park, 2705 S. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores- DeLORME p.g 75). Park here and walk down to beach. Gulls come into beach to roost about 3:30 p.m. to sunset. There are thousands of gulls here. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/25/09--Vega Gull and European Herring Gull (continues), Volusia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Thu, 26 Feb 2009 09:54:06 -0500 2/25/09--Vega Gull and European Herring Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: Michael Brothers. Directions: Take U.S. 95 to Port Orange exit (#256). Head east on Dunlawton Ave. (Rt. 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the bridge until it dead ends at Atlantic Ave. Turn north (left) on Atlantic Ave. Go about 2.0 miles north until you come to pedestrian walkover across Atlantic Ave. Just before walkway there is a small beachside park on right (Frank Rendon Park, 2705 S. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores- DeLORME p.g 75). Park here and walk down to beach. Gulls come into beach to roost about 3:30 p.m. to sunset. There are thousands of gulls here. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: Late Post--2/22/09--LaSagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2009 21:56:20 -0500 2/22/09--LaSagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, Key West. Reporter: Murray Gardler, observer's: Carl Goodrich, another bird group. Directions: From U.S 1 (south) in Key West, turn North onto Whitehead St., then West onto Southard St., follow Southard Ave. through the Truman Annex to the entrance booth of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.(pay fee).(DeLORME p.127). Flycatcher originally observed last week then relocated last Sunday 2/22 by the fountain area. Also, very yellow breasted Great-crested Flycatcher is in the vicinity of the LaSagra's. Park opens at 8AM. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/25/09--Bananaquit, Palm Beach County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2009 13:31:46 -0500 2/25/09--Bananaquit (probable), Palm Beach County, Spanish River Park, Boca Raton. Observer: Rick Newman and group. Directions: From I-95 exit Yamato Rd. (NW51st St.), head east, then south on U.S 1, then east on Rt.800, follow to 1A and turn south, entrance to park a few hundred feet south on 1A. (DeLORME p.g 115) Bananaquit seen around 11:30AM in the "Bird Garden", feeding in a Firebush plant. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/22/09--Say's Phoebe (continues), Lake County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:36:01 -0500 2/22/09--Say's Phoebe, Lake County, Ranch Road, Northwest Lake Apopka. Observer: M.ob. Directions: On US 441 at Zellwood, turn west on Jones Rd, CR 48, to CR 48A, turn south (left) on CR 48A, then west (right) again on Rt. 48. Continue several miles and turn east (left) on Ranch Rd. Or, from Rt. 561 north of Clermont, turn east on CR 48 in Astatula. Drive 1.1 mile and turn right (east) onto Ranch Road. At 0.6 mi. Look for large pole barn on right. (DeLORME p. 79) Phoebe seen in pasture next to pole barn and across the road. Check along all fences in this area. Pastures are private, but can be easily scanned from Ranch Rd. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/21/09--Allen's Hummingbird, Polk County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 21 Feb 2009 20:15:22 -0500 2/21/09--imm. male Allen's Hummingbird, south Lakeland (Christina area), Polk County. ID confirmed by Fred Bassett. Directions: FIRST, email Joe Misiaszek at jjmjrfl AT verizon.net to inform him of approximate time of visit. From SR 60 in Mulberry, head north on SR 37. Watch for stop light with Home Depot on west side of road (and south of 540A). On east side of road, enter entrance of Christina on Christina Blvd., and proceed slowly .8 mi. Turn left (North) on Woodside Dr. At second sign for Shadow Lane, turn left (West). Go to 114 Shadow Lane (4th house on left). (DeLORME p. 92, A3) From front of house, go through flower bed on left, to wooden gate. BE SURE TO CLOSE GATE after entering. (Dogs in and out of house.) Bird coming now to various feeders and only once or twice an hour. Please be quiet and courteous in this quiet residential neighborhood. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/21/09--Tropical Kingbird (continues), Miami-Dade County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Sat, 21 Feb 2009 13:07:14 -0500 2/21/09--Tropical Kingbird, Miami-Dade County, "The Dump Marsh". Observers: M.ob. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at SW 112 Ave (exit 9). Turn right on SW 248 St. (Coconut Palm Dr.) and drive east. Road will split at Gould's Canal, take right side and follow to gate at waste water facility. (DeLORME p.g 119) Kingbird has been seen along fence around waste water facility and vicinity. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/20/09-- California Gull, Volusia County From: Christian Newton <cnewton2 AT ROADRUNNER.COM> Date: Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:18:49 -0500 2/20/09-- 1st winter California Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: Michael Brothers. Directions: Take U.S. 95 to Port Orange exit (#256). Head east on Dunlawton Ave. (Rt. 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the bridge until it dead ends at Atlantic Ave. Turn north (left) on Atlantic Ave. Go about 2.0 miles north until you come to pedestrian walkover across Atlantic Ave. Just before walkway there is a small beachside park on right (Frank Rendon Park, 2705 S. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores- DeLORME p.g 75). Park here and walk down to beach. Gulls come into beach to roost about 3:30 p.m. to sunset. There are thousands of gulls here. Photo by Michael Brothers. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/16/09--Least Grebe (continues), Palm Beach County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:16:16 -0500 2/16/09--One Least Grebe continues, Yamato Scrub Natural Area, Palm Beach County, Boca Raton. Directions: From I-95, take Yamato Rd exit, West to Congress Ave. Then North to Clint Moore Rd., Go East for approx. 1/4 mi to open crossover for Yamato Scrub Natural Area on north side of road. (DeLorme, p. 108). ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. If no email access, call 716/225-8055 to leave a message. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html