Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 3, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlight of this report is:
● Christmas Bird Count
Highlights of the Dayton Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count are:
On Dec 30th, 25 Sandhill Cranes flew over Englewood MetroPark. This is a first-time sighting of Sandhill Cranes on the count. The Sandhill Cranes were seen again on Jan 2nd at Englewood MetroPark.
Birds of note on the count:
1 - Horned Grebe 1 - Immature Bald Eagle 2 - Merlin 6 - Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 10 - Red-breasted Nuthatch 3 - White-crowned Sparrow 1 - Black-capped Chickadee
For a complete count, check the Yellow Warbler newsletter.
On Jan 2nd, an adult Bald Eagle was observed along the river in downtown Dayton.
On Dec 28th, a Hermit Thrush was reported at Englewood MetroPark in the west park area.
On Dec 18th, 10 Tundra Swans were observed at Eastwood Lake.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 4, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlight of this report is:
● Snow Geese ● Eastern Screech Owl ● Christmas Bird Count Sightings
On Jan 3rd, three Snow Geese were reported at the gravel pit on the north side of Roxanna-New Burlington Road just east of Route 42. Also seen were Hooded Merganser, American Black Duck, and American Coot.
On Jan 3rd, 100 Sandhill Cranes were reported flying over Clayton. Also, in Clayton an Eastern Screech Owl was reported. The Eastern Screech Owl is located in the center of town in a tree cavity above the gazebo.
The 76th Dayton Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count was completed on Dec 31, 2000 with the following new record highs:
Canada Geese 3397
Gadwall 77
Ring-necked Duck 11
Red-tailed Hawk 46
Cooper's Hawk 14
Northern Harrier 14
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Bald Eagle 2
Hermit Thrush 9
White-throated Sparrow 352
In addition, two Common Loons, two Black-crowned Night-Herons, and 12 Mute Swans were observed.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 9, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Purple Finch ● Pine Siskin ● Horned Lark ● Waterfowl
On Jan 7th, several Purple Finch and Pine Siskin were reported at the feeders at the Caesar Creek State Park visitor's center.
On Jan 8th, Horned Larks were observed on Dogleg Road near the airport, and south of town on Sears Road near Spring Valley.
Reported on Jan 8th were 60 Sandhill Cranes flying over Salem Ave in Trotwood.
Observed on the Great Miami River near Sunwatch on Jan 4th were Gadwall, Northern Shoveler, and Hooded Merganser.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 14, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Short-eared Owl ● Turkey Vulture
A Turkey Vulture was observed at Ceaser's Creek State Park on Jan 12th.
On Jan 10th and 12th, Short-eared Owls were observed at the Voice of America Park in Butler County. Also reported, a Northern Harrier and Killdeer. To reach the VOA Park, go south on I75 to Tylerville Road exit, go east to Cox Road, turn left (north) on Cox Road to the park entrance.
On the Ceaser's Creek State Park bird count, Jan 12th, the following were reported: Purple Finch, Pine Siskin, Red-shouldered Hawk and Gray Catbird.
Farther north from Dayton at Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area, on Jan 12th, a Trumpeter Swan was observed. Also, the usual winter owls were reported
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 22, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Northern Saw-whet Owl ● Mute Swan
Since Jan 19th, a Northern Saw-whet Owl has been observed at Englewood MetroPark.
On Jan 20th, two Mute Swans were reported along East River Road.
Short-eared Owls are still being observed at the Voice of America Park in Butler County. Also reported, an Eastern Meadowlark. To reach the VOA Park, go south on I75 to Tylerville Road exit, go east to Cox Road, turn left (north) on Cox Road to the park entrance.
On Jan 15th, at Ceaser's Creek State Park, from Fifty Springs Road, the following were reported: Canvasback, Greater Scaup and Horned Grebe. Purple Finch are still being reported at the visitor's center feeder
At Eastwood MetroPark on Jan 16th, a Belted Kingfisher, Pied-billed Grebe and Hooded Merganser were observed.
Red-breasted Nuthatch are being reported at local feeders. Also, an Egyptian Goose, believed to be an escapee, has been seen at several locations in the area.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 30, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Baltimore Oriole ● Woodcock ● Waterfowl
Since Jan 25th, a first year male Baltimore Oriole has been seen at a private feeder in Washington Township. Birders are welcome, but, please call first. Contact Karen McCauley at 937/435-4348.
On Jan. 27th and again on Jan. 29th, American Woodcocks were seen in Greenville and at Gilmor Pond. The Gilmor birds were calling and displaying between 6:15 AM and 6:30 AM.
At C.J.Brown Reservoir Jan. 26th, Black Duck, Bufflehead, Ring-necked Duck, Lesser Scaup, Redhead, Pintail, Gadwall and American Widgeon were observed.
On Jan. 27th at Englewood Metro Park the following were noted: Bufflehead, Ring- necked Duck, Black Duck, Gadwall, Ring-billed Gull, Great Blue Heron, Bluebirds and Pileated Woodpecker.
The usual winter owls are being seen at Killdeer plains.
A Northern Saw-whet Owl continues to be reported at Englewood MetroPark.
Short-eared Owls are still being observed at the Voice of America Park in Butler County. To reach the VOA Park, go south on I75 to Tylersville Road exit, go east to Cox Road, turn left (north) on Cox Road to the park entrance. The owls are located approximately 1.1 miles from the park entrance near the twin towers.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
February 12, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Turkey Vulture ● Dayton Audubon's Field Trip to Killdeer Plains WLA
A Turkey Vulture was observed flying over the city of Englewood.
Red-breasted Nuthatches are being reported at local feeders.
On Feb 8th, at Caesar Creek State Park, the following were reported: Golden-crowned Kinglet, American Coot, and Pileated Woodpecker.
Highlights of the Dayton Audubon's trip to Killdeer Plains WLA are: Long-eared Owl, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Red-headed Woodpecker, Rough-legged Hawk, Tundra Swan, Trumpeter Swan, Snow Geese, and Bald Eagles. Some of the ducks reported were: Redhead, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck, Gadwall and American Wigeon.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
February 19, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Red-winged Blackbird ● Common Grackle ● Least Sandpiper
On Feb 18, 20-30 Red-winged Blackbirds were observed at Spring Valley WLA. Also seen were American Tree Sparrow and Eastern Bluebirds.
A Common Grackle and a Turkey Vulture were observed on Feb 15 near Waynesville.
On Feb 16 at the Buck Creek State Park north mudflats, two Least Sandpipers were seen with Killdeer.
The Short-eared Owls at the Voice of America Park are still being observed.
Sandhill Cranes were observed near Greenville along Palestine Nashville Road on Feb 18th.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
March 12, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Virginia Rail ● Tree Swallow ● Eastern Phoebe ● American Woodcock
On March 10th, a Virginia Rail was observed at Spring Valley Wildlife Area. Also seen were Yellow-rumped Warbler, Wood Duck, Northern Pintail, and Red-shouldered Hawk.
On March 9th, at Spring Valley Wildlife Area, Tree Swallows, American Woodcock, Golden-crowned Kinglet, Eastern Screech-Owl and Great Horned Owl were reported.
On March 9th, at the Eastwood MetroPark, Tree Swallows and an Eastern Phoebe were observed.
On March 9th, at Germantown MetroPark, a Fox Sparrow, Eastern Towhee and Field Sparrow were reported at the feeder.
The Short-eared Owls at the Voice of America Park are still being observed.
On March 2nd, a Pine Warbler was reported at the Hueston Woods State Park visitor center.
Please check the Field Trip Schedule for walks to view American Woodcocks.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
March 19, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Waterfowl ● Chipping Sparrow
On March 18th at Spring Valley WLA, Tree Swallows, American Wigeon, Bufflehead, Ring-necked Duck, Greater Scaup and Pied-billed Grebe were reported.
On March 19th, at the Englewood Metro Park, a Chipping Sparrow was observed. Also seen were a Carolina Wren and Eastern Bluebirds.
On March 19th, at the north park of Englewood MetroPark, the following were reported: Tree Swallows, Greater Scaup, and Red-breasted Merganser.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
March 22, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Horned Grebe
On March 22nd, a Horned Grebe in breeding plumage was observed at Englewood MetroPark.
On March 18th at Spring Valley WLA, Tree Swallows, American Wigeon, Bufflehead, Ring-necked Duck, Greater Scaup and Pied-billed Grebe were reported.
On March 19th at the Englewood MetroPark, a Chipping Sparrow was observed. Also seen were a Carolina Wren and Eastern Bluebirds.
On March 19th at the north park of Englewood MetroPark, the following were reported: Tree Swallows, Greater Scaup, and Red-breasted Merganser.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
March 25, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Horned Grebe ● Surf Scoter ● Common Loon
On March 22nd, a Horned Grebe in breeding plumage was observed at Englewood MetroPark.
On March 24th, at the Englewood MetroPark, Green-winged Teal, Wood Duck, American Coot, Red-breasted Merganser, and Ring-billed Gulls were observed.
On March 24th, at the north park of Englewood MetroPark, the following were reported: Tree Swallows, Lesser Scaup, Red-breasted Merganser, and Ruddy Duck.
At Eastwood Lake on March 24th, Surf Scoter, Common Loon, Horned Grebe, Greater Scaup, and Pied-billed Grebe were reported.
The following were reported at Buck Creek State Park on March 24th: 225 Horned Grebes, Common Loon, Redhead, Gadwall, and Ruddy Ducks.
On March 24th at Caesar Creek State Park, 40 Horned Grebes, 100 Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, Wood Duck, and Common Loons were observed.
On March 22nd at Hueston Woods State Park Lodge, 3 Black Vultures were reported with Turkey Vultures.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
March 27, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Long-tailed Duck ● Horned Grebe
On March 26th, at the north park of Englewood MetroPark, the following were reported: Bonaparte's Gull and Common Loons.
On March 26th at Caesar Creek State Park, a Long-tailed Duck was reported from the Furnas Shore boat ramp. Also reported were Horned Grebes, Bufflehead, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Redhead, Common Loons, and Bonaparte's Gull.
Reported March 26th, at Spring Valley WLA, were 100 Turkey Vultures, Northern Shoveler, Horned Grebe, and Pied-billed Grebe.
On March 22nd, a Horned Grebe in breeding plumage was observed at Englewood MetroPark.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 1, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Osprey ● Northern Rough-winged Swallow ● Pine Warbler ● Common Yellowthroat
On March 28th at Eastwood MetroPark, Northern Rough-winged Swallows were reported.
On March 31st at Eastwood MetroPark, an Osprey was reported.
Reported March 30th at Spring Valley WLA were a Pine Warbler, Common Yellowthroat, and Virginia Rail.
On March 31st, a Winter Wren was observed at Aullwood Audubon Center.
Ducks, Common Loons, and Horned Grebes are at peak migration and are being seen at Eastwood Lake, C.J. Brown Reservoir, Englewood MetroPark, Caesar Creek SP, and Spring Valley WLA.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 2, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Purple Martin ● Barn Swallow ● Northern Rough-winged Swallow
On March 28th at Eastwood MetroPark, Northern Rough-winged Swallows were reported.
Reported March 30th at Spring Valley WLA were a Purple Martin and Barn Swallows. Also observed were a Pine Warbler, Common Yellowthroat, and Virginia Rail.
At Caesar Creek State Park on March 30th, the following were seen: Surf Scoter, Common Loons, Blue-winged Teal, and Green-winged Teal.
On March 31st at Eastwood MetroPark, an Osprey was reported.
On March 31st, a Winter Wren was observed at Aullwood Audubon Center.
Ducks, Common Loons, and Horned Grebes are at peak migration and are being seen at Eastwood Lake, C.J. Brown, Englewood MetroPark, Caesar Creek SP and Spring Valley WLA.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 8, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Black-throated Green Warbler ● Ruby-crowned Kinglet ● Sora ● Savannah Sparrow ● Vesper Sparrow
Reported April 6th and 7th at Spring Valley WLA were a Sora, Black-throated Green Warbler, and Ruby-crowned Kinglet. Also seen were Wood Thrush, Swamp Sparrow, Brown Thrasher, and Purple Martin.
At C.J.Brown Reservoir on April 5th, a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher was observed. On Hodge Road near C.J.Brown Reservoir, Savannah Sparrow and Vesper Sparrow were reported.
On April 5th at Englewood North Park on Old Springfield Road and at Eastwood MetroPark, Purple Martins were reported.
Double-crested Cormorants have been reported from Englewood MetroPark and Eastwood MetroPark.
The American White Pelicans were last reported on April 7th at C.J.Brown Reservoir. Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 17, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Sandhill Cranes ● Prothonotary Warbler
On April 16th, Sandhill Cranes were seen at Englewood MetroPark in the burned field past the Riding Center from the exit road.
At Gilmore Pond on April 13th, American Bittern, House Wren and Prairie Warbler were observed.
On April 15th at Woodlawn Cemetery, Palm Warblers were seen.
Reported April 17th at Cowan Lake were Spotted Sandpiper, Yellow-throated Warbler, Prairie Warbler, Cerulean Warbler, and Double-crested Cormorant.
At Spring Valley WLA on the 16th, 2 Osprey were seen and on the 17th, Yellow Warblers and a Prothonotary Warbler were observed.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 19, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Whip-poor-will ● Rose-breasted Grosbeak ● Baltimore and Orchard Orioles
On April 18th a singing Whip-poor-will was heard at Brukner Nature Center, and on the 19th at the same park 5 Purple Finches, Tennessee Warbler, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Louisiana Waterthrush, Northern Parula, Black-throated Green Warbler, and Yellow-rumped Warbler were seen.
On April 18th at Englewood MetroPark, Blue-winged Warbler and House Wrens were seen, and on April 19th two Baltimore Orioles were observed at the same park.
Also on April 19th at Eastwood Lake, Orchard Oriole, Blue-headed Vireo, and Warbling Vireo were noted.
At Siebenthaler Fen in the Beavercreek Wetlands on April 19th, Northern Parula and Yellow Warbler were observed.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 22, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Whip-poor-will ● Rose-breasted Grosbeak ● Baltimore and Orchard Orioles ● Warblers
On April 18th a singing Whip-poor-will was heard at Brukner Nature Center, and on the 19th at the same park 5 Purple Finches, Tennessee Warbler, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Louisiana Waterthrush, Northern Parula, Black-throated Green Warbler, and Yellow-rumped Warbler were seen.
On April 18th at Englewood MetroPark, Blue-winged Warbler and House Wrens were seen, and on April 19th two Baltimore Orioles were observed at the same park.
Also on April 19th at Eastwood Lake, Orchard Oriole, Blue-headed Vireo, and Warbling Vireo were noted.
At Siebenthaler Fen in the Beavercreek Wetlands on April 19th, Northern Parula and Yellow Warbler were observed.
At Spring Valley WLA on April 20th the following were reported: Prothonotary Warbler, Prairie Warbler, Hooded Warbler, Yellow Warbler, Sora, Virginia Rail, and Chimney Swifts.
Observed at Caesar Creek SP on April 20th were Black Vulture, Caspian Tern, Scarlet Tanager, and Louisiana Waterthrush.
The following warblers were reported on April 20th at Wright-Patterson AFB: Black-
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and-White, Prothonotary, Northern Parula, Yellow-rumped, Palm, and Common Yellowthroat.
At C.J.Brown SP on April 20th, Caspian Terns, Prairie Warbler, and Common Yellowthroat were observed.
Reported from Englewood MetroPark on April 20th were Warbling Vireo, Baltimore Orioles ,and Blue-gray Gnatcatchers.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 26, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Red-headed Woodpecker ● Yellow-throated Vireo ● Ruby-throated Hummingbird ● Black-crowned Night-Heron ● Marsh Wren
On April 25th at Spring Valley WLA, a Red-headed Woodpecker and a Yellow- throated Vireo were observed.
On April 24th near Spring Valley WLA and on April 25th south of Dayton , Ruby- throated Hummingbirds were reported.
On April 25th near the University of Dayton, a Black-crowned Night-Heron was observed.
At Possum Creek MetroPark on April 23rd, the following were reported: Blue-headed Vireo, Yellow Warbler, Common Yellowthroat, and Osprey.
Also on April 23rd at Cowan Lake, the following were reported: Northern Harrier, American Redstart, Marsh Wren, Kentucky Warbler, Blue-winged Warbler, Northern Parula, Yellow-throated Warbler, Catbird, and Louisiana Waterthrush.
Observed at Caesar Creek SP on April 23rd was a Common Tern.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 30, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Indigo Bunting ● Great Egret ● Great Crested Flycatcher ● Warblers
On April 29th at Englewood MetroPark, an Indigo Bunting was observed. Also seen were Baltimore Oriole, Lesser Yellowlegs, Solitary Sandpiper, Yellow-throated Warbler, Warbling Vireo, Wood Duck, and Chimney Swift.
At the Englewood North Park on Old Springfield Road, reported April 29th,were a Sora and Common Snipe. Also reported were Barn Swallow, Tree Swallow , Northern Rough-winged Swallow, and Chimney Swifts.
On April 29th at Eastwood MetroPark, Common Loon, Broad-winged Hawk, Forster's Tern, Spotted Sandpiper, Baltimore Oriole, White-throated Sparrow and Barn, Tree and Northern Rough-winged Swallows were observed.
Reported April 27th along Frederick Pike near the Stillwater River, a Winter Wren was observed along with a Baltimore Oriole and White-throated Sparrows.
On April 26th at Spring Valley WLA, a Great Egret was observed. Also reported were: Scarlet Tanager, Baltimore Oriole, Orchard Oriole, American Bittern, Green Heron, Barred Owl, Red-headed Woodpecker, and several warblers.
At Cowan Lake the following were reported on April 26th: Great Crested Flycatcher, American Redstart, Kentucky Warbler, Louisiana Waterthrush, Ovenbird, Palm Warbler, Black-and-white Warbler, White-eyed Vireo, and Red-headed Woodpecker.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 3, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Black-billed Cuckoo ● Bobolink ● Rose-breasted Grosbeak ● Spotted Sandpiper
On May 3rd at Sugarcreek MetroPark in the vicinity of the “Three Sisters” oaks, a Black-billed Cuckoo was seen.
Also on the May 3rd, Bobolinks were noted at Huffman Praire on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
On May 2nd, there was a reported wave of migrating Rose-breasted Grosbeaks. There were reports from Aullwood Audubon Center, Englewood MetroPark, Piqua and Frederick Pike.
Reported May 1st, a Spotted Sandpiper was seen at Englewood MetroPark and at Spring Valley WLA.
On May 2nd at Aullwood Audubon Center, the following were observed: Purple Finch, Wood Thrush, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Scarlet Tanager, Eastern Kingbird, Nashville Warbler, Northern Parula, Palm Warbler, and Common Yellowthroat.
Reported May 1st, a Sandhill Crane was seen flying over south Dayton.
On May 1st at Englewood MetroPark, the following were observed: Palm Warbler, Black-throated Green Warbler, Prothonotary Warbler, Yellow Warbler, and Common Yellowthroat.
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The American Bittern is still being seen at Spring Valley WLA.
There was a Bald Eagle fly-over at Englewood MetroPark on May 28th.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 7, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Lincoln's Sparrow ● Yellow-breasted Chat ● Marsh Wren ● Least Flycatcher
On May 4th, a Lincoln's Sparrow was seen at a private feeder south of Dayton.
Reported May 5th at Spring Valley WLA were a Marsh Wren and a Yellow-breasted Chat. Also observed were Northern Waterthrush, Louisiana Waterthrush, Nashville Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Tennessee Warbler, Black-throated Green Warbler, Wood Thrush, Eastern Wood-Pewee, Red-eyed Vireo, and Red-headed Woodpecker.
On May 4th at Fort Ancient, the following were observed: Scarlet Tanager, Baltimore Oriole, Eastern Wood-Pewee, and Rose-breasted Grosbeak. The following warblers were reported: Nashville, Northern Parula, Blue-winged, Kentucky, Chestnut-sided, Prothonotary, and Louisiana Waterthrush.
Reported May 4th at Germantown MetroPark were Scarlet Tanager, Black-and-white Warbler, and Northern Bobwhite.
On May 5th at Englewood MetroPark, the following were observed: Least Flycatcher, Blue-winged Warbler, Cerulean Warbler, Northern Parula, White-crowned and White- throated Sparrows, Spotted Sandpiper, Indigo Bunting, Red-eyed Vireo, Warbling Vireo, and Blue-headed Vireo.
A Yellow-headed Blackbird was reported on May 5th along Upper Lewisburg Salem Road in Brookville.
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On May 5th in flooded fields at the airport, Greater Yellowlegs and Short-billed Dowitchers were observed.
On May 6th at Sugarcreek MetroPark, a Cerulean Warbler was reported.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 15, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Warblers ● Nighthawk ● Shorebirds
This is the height of the spring migration, with 24 species of warblers seen in the Dayton area over the past week. Reports have come from Englewood, Germantown and Sugarcreek MetroParks, as well as Spring Valley Wildlife Area, Glen Helen, and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Warblers seen are Blue-winged, Golden-winged, Tennessee, Yellow, Yellow-throated, Yellow-rumped, Bay-breasted, Chestnut-sided, Magnolia, Nashville, Black-throated Blue, Black-throated Green, Blackpoll, Black-and- white, Blackburnian, Cerulean, Palm, Prothonotary, Wilson's, Kentucky, as well as Common Yellowthroat, Yellow-breasted Chat, American Redstart, and Northern Parula.
On May 8th, a Common Nighthawk was seen at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
A Ruby-throated Hummingbird is being seen on the nest at a private residence in Englewood.
An Eastern Phoebe is being seen on the nest near Patty's shelter at Englewood MetroPark.
Recent sightings at Englewood MetroPark include Baltimore and Orchard Orioles, Blue-headed, Warbling, Red-eyed and White-eyed Vireos, and Wood Thrush.
On May 10th, the following shorebirds were seen at Dayton International Airport: Lesser and Greater Yellowlegs, Dunlin, Least Sandpiper, and Semipalmated Plover.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 16, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Upland Sandpiper ● Olive-sided Flycatcher ● Warblers ● Shorebirds
This is the height of the spring migration, with 24 species of warblers seen in the Dayton area over the past week. Reports have come from Englewood, Germantown and Sugarcreek Metro Parks as well as Spring Valley Wildlife Area, Glen Helen, and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Warblers seen are Blue-winged, Golden-winged, Tennessee, Yellow, Yellow-throated, Yellow-rumped, Bay-breasted, Chestnut-sided, Magnolia, Nashville, Black-throated Blue, Black-throated Green, Blackpoll, Black-and-white, Blackburnian, Cerulean, Palm, Prothonotary, Wilson's, Kentucky, as well as Common Yellowthroat, Yellow- breasted Chat, American Redstart, and Northern Parula.
On May 16th, Upland Sandpipers were seen at Dayton International Airport.
On May 16th, an Olive-sided Flycatcher was noted on Hebble Creek Rd. at Wright- Patterson Air Force Base.
Also on the 16th, Bobolinks, Savannah Sparrows, and Eastern Meadowlarks were observed at Voice of America Park.
At Sugarcreek MetroPark on the 16th, a Black-billed Cuckoo and a Blackpoll Warbler were seen near the "Three Sisters" oak trees.
A Ruby-throated Hummingbird is being seen on the nest at a private residence in
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Englewood.
An Eastern Phoebe is being seen on the nest near Patty's shelter at Englewood MetroPark.
Recent sightings at Englewood MetroPark include Baltimore and Orchard Orioles, Blue-headed, Warbling, Red-eyed and White-eyed Vireos,and Wood Thrush.
On May 10th, the following shore birds were seen at Dayton International Airport: Lesser and Greater Yellowlegs, Dunlin, Least Sandpiper, and Semipalmated Plover.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 23, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Summer Tanager ● Black Tern
Warblers continue to be seen throughout the Miami Valley.
On May 23rd, A Summer Tanager was seen at Englewood MetroPark. Also observed were Blue-winged Warbler, Indigo Bunting; Great Crested, Acadian and Least Flycatchers, Eastern Wood-Peewee, Warbling Vireo, and Barn Swallow.
On May 22nd at Englewood MetroPark, a Ruddy Duck was noted.
On May 19th, A Black Tern and a female Hooded Merganser with two ducklings were seen at Spring Valley Wild Life Area.
On May 19th, Caspian and Forster's Terns and Willet were observed at Caesar Creek State Park beach, and on the 20th, Common Terns were seen.
On May 20th at Englewood MetroPark North pond (on Old Springfield Rd.), Caspian Tern, Spotted Sandpiper, and Tree and Bank Swallows were observed.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 27, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Bell's Vireo ● Summer Tanager ● Black-crowned Night Heron
On May 25th, a Gray-cheeked Thrush and a Swainson's Thrush were seen at a private feeder in Huber Heights.
On May 25th, a Bell's Vireo was observed at Buck Creek State Park (C. J. Brown Reservoir). The location is past the Park Office, turning right onto Rt. 2. Proceed about 100 yards past the first road on the left. Bird is on the left side of the road.
That same day at Gilmor Ponds, the following were noted: Black-crowned Night Heron, Northern Shoveler, Woodcock, Sora, Willow Flycatcher, and Mourning Warbler.
Also on the 25th, at Aullwood Audubon Center, observers saw Kentucky, Cerulean, Blue-winged, Chestnut-sided, and Yellow-throated Warblers, as well as Summer Tanager and Barred Owl.
On May 25th on the river near Mrs. Aull's, a Spotted Sandpiper was seen.
On May 26th at Englewood MetroPark, Indigo Bunting, Blue-winged Warbler, Acadian Flycatcher, Eastern Wood-Peewee, and Phoebe were noted. A Yellow-billed Cuckoo was seen on the Black Trail. Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
June 3, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Least Bittern ● Common Loon
On June 2nd at Spring Valley WLA, two Least Bitterns were observed from the boardwalk. Also reported were Green Heron, Sora, Virginia Rail, Eastern Wood- Pewee, Acadian Flycatcher, Willow Flycatcher, Great Crested Flycatcher, Yellow- throated Vireo, Northern Mockingbird, Chipping Sparrow, and Wood Duck with young.
Reported May 26th at Spring Valley WLA was a Hooded Merganser with young.
On May 29th at Cowan Lake, a late Common Loon was observed.
The Bell's Vireo is still being seen at Buck Creek State Park. The location is past the Park Office, turning right onto Rt. 2. Proceed about 100 yards past the first road on the left. The bird is on the left side of the road.
The Upland Sandpipers are still being seen near the Dayton Airport. The location is at the dead end of the un-named road that runs off of Peters Pike. The un-named road is just north of the intersection of Old Springfield Rd and Peters Pike. The birds were sitting between the new access road and taxiway Alpha. Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
June 10, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Peregrine Falcon
On June 10th in downtown Dayton, the three young Peregrine Falcons fledged. They were last seen flying around 2nd Street and Wilkinson Street.
Reported June 3rd at Caesar Creek State Park were seven Caspian Terns.
On June 9th at Englewood MetroPark, the following were observed: Common Yellowthroat, Yellow Warbler, Prothonotary Warbler, Blue-winged Warbler, Yellow- billed Cuckoo, and Black-billed Cuckoo. Also seen were Acadian Flycatcher, Willow Flycatcher, Red-eyed Vireo, and Field, Song and Chipping Sparrows.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
June 21, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Dickcissels
Dickcissels are being seen at several locations in the area. They have been reported on Ballinger Road, at Englewood North Park, on Old Springfield Road, and at Wright- Patterson Air Force Base.
Reported June 19th at Twin Lakes Wright-Patterson AFB was a male Ruddy Duck in breeding plumage.
The Common Nighthawks are still being seen at the intersection of North Fairfield Road and New Germany-Trebein Road. The birds perch on the power lines above the intersection.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
June 28, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Bobolinks ● Cedar Waxwings
Bobolinks are being seen at several locations in the area. They have been reported on Yeazell Road near C.J.Brown Reservoir and at the Voice of America Park in Butler County.
Reported at C.J. Brown Reservoir was a Red-headed Woodpecker; and at the beach, Bank Swallows, Cliff Swallows, and Purple Martins.
The report from the Voice of America Park also includes Savannah Sparrows and Eastern Meadowlarks.
Reported on June 27th from Englewood MetroPark was a Great Egret. Also seen were Great Blue Herons, Pileated Woodpecker, Eastern Wood-Pewee, Eastern Phoebe, Tree Swallows, Northern Rough-winged Swallows, and Chimney Swift.
Observed at Eastwood Lake on June 28th were an Indigo Bunting and small flocks of Cedar Waxwings.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
July 11, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Sedge Wren ● Green-winged Teal ● Shorebirds
Reported on July 10th from the Voice of America Park in Butler County were a Sedge Wren, Savannah Sparrows, Bobolinks, and Eastern Meadowlarks.
Reported on July 9-10th from Englewood MetroPark were a Green-winged Teal, Wood Duck, Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, and Killdeer.
Observed at Englewood MetroPark from July 1 through July 11 were Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Great Crested Flycatcher, Acadian Flycatcher, Eastern Phoebe, Eastern Wood-Pewee, Yellow Warbler, Prothonotary Warbler, Common Yellowthroat, Orchard Oriole, Baltimore Oriole,and Belted Kingfisher.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
July 12, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Sedge Wren ● Green-winged Teal ● Shorebirds
The first record in the Dayton area of nesting Cliff Swallows was reported along the Great Miami River on July 11th.
Observed on July 10th were four Upland Sandpipers at the airport from the end of Old Springfield Road.
Reported on July 10th from the Voice of America Park in Butler County were a Sedge Wren, Savannah Sparrows, Bobolinks, and Eastern Meadowlarks.
Reported on July 9-10th from Englewood MetroPark were a Green-winged Teal, Wood Duck, Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, and Killdeer.
Observed at Englewood MetroPark from July 1 through July 11 were Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Great Crested Flycatcher, Acadian Flycatcher, Eastern Phoebe, Eastern Wood-Pewee, Yellow Warbler, Prothonotary Warbler, Common Yellowthroat, Orchard Oriole, Baltimore Oriole, and Belted Kingfisher.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
July 19, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
******************************************************************************* * July 22, 2002 * * We have an update on viewing the Upland Sandpipers at the airport. The * * birds are in a restricted area. To view the birds, call Sean Lucas at * * 937-235-0519 and he will assist you. * *******************************************************************************
The highlights of this report are:
● Swallow-tailed Kite ● Shorebirds
A Swallow-tailed Kite was reported on July 18th over River Ridge Road in Bellbrook. This is the only reported sighting.
Reported on July 19th from Englewood MetroPark were Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper, Solitary Sandpiper, Short-billed Dowitcher, and Killdeer.
The Upland Sandpiper is still being observed at the airport.
On July 18th at Germantown MetroPark, from the second picnic shelter, several Northern Bobwhites were calling.
Reported from the Cowan Lake spillway on July 18th were Spotted Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, and Killdeer.
As a point of interest, at a home in Oakwood, two Eastern Screech-Owls came to a birdbath to bath at dusk.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
July 29, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Shorebirds
Reported since July 20th from Englewood MetroPark were Ruddy Turnstone, Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper, Solitary Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, and Killdeer.
Observed on July 26th from Lotus Cove at Cowan Lake were the following : Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper, Solitary Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper, and Killdeer.
Seen along the Great Miami River at the confluence were Cliff Swallows, Barn Swallows, and Northern Rough-winged Swallows.
On July 24th, a Ruffed Grouse that is an escapee was seen at Sycamore State Park.
Reported on July 20th was a Little Blue Heron on the Little Miami River.
The Upland Sandpipers are still being seen at the airport. To view the birds, call Sean Lucas at 937-572-3827 and he will assist you.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
July 30, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Ruddy Turnstone ● Stilt Sandpiper
Reported since July 27th from Englewood MetroPark were Ruddy Turnstone and Stilt Sandpiper. Also seen were Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper, Solitary Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, and Killdeer.
On July 30th at Englewood MetroPark, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, and Yellow-billed Cuckoo were seen.
Observed on July 26th from Lotus Cove at Cowan Lake were the following : Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Spotted Sandpiper, Solitary Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper, and Killdeer.
Seen along the Great Miami River at the confluence were Cliff Swallows, Barn Swallows, and Northern Rough-winged Swallows.
On July 24th, a Ruffed Grouse that is an escapee, was seen at Sycamore State Park.
Reported on July 20th was a Little Blue Heron on the Little Miami River.
The Upland Sandpipers are still being seen at the airport. To view the birds, call Sean Lucas at 937-572-3827 and he will assist you.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
August 8, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
SPECIAL NOTICE The Dayton Audubon Society monthly meeting/program on August 21 at Wegerzyn Garden Center will be a new adventure for DAS, with a combined meeting with several other environmental organizations. We will journey across the hall to join Greenways of Greater Dayton, Tecumseh Chapter of the Sierra Club, and others, for a program featuring a speaker from the Miami Conservancy District . The discussion will be their new Watershed Initiatives.
GGD usually has a carry-in meal starting at 6:00PM, and feel welcome to bring a dish and participate; or come at the regular 7:00 PM hour for the program and cookies and punch.
Since both groups have been meeting at Wegerzyn I(Lee Hall) have become acquainted with Dave Schmenk of GGD and the Sierra Club. Their numbers in attendance are usually about the came as ours, so I'm hopeful that the loyal DAS members will be present.
Jim Arnold has agreed to provide a capsule review of DAS programs, goals, and accomplishments for the participants.
The highlights of this Rare Bird Alert are:
● Western Sandpiper ● Shorebirds
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
August 13, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold SPECIAL NOTICE The Dayton Audubon Society monthly meeting/program on August 21 at Wegerzyn Garden Center will be a new adventure for DAS, with a combined meeting with several other environmental organizations. We will journey across the hall to join Greenways of Greater Dayton, Tecumseh Chapter of the Sierra Club, and others, for a program featuring a speaker from the Miami Conservancy District . The discussion will be their new Watershed Initiatives.
GGD usually has a carry-in meal starting at 6:00PM, and feel welcome to bring a dish and participate; or come at the regular 7:00 PM hour for the program and cookies and punch.
Since both groups have been meeting at Wegerzyn, I(Lee Hall) have become acquainted with Dave Schmenk of GGD and the Sierra Club. Their numbers in attendance are usually about the came as ours, so I'm hopeful that the loyal DAS members will be present.
Jim Arnold has agreed to provide a capsule review of DAS programs, goals, and accomplishments for the participants.
The highlights of this Rare Bird Alert are:
● Black Tern ● Forster's Tern ● Shorebirds Observed on August 13th at Englewood MetroPark were three Black Terns and a Forster's Tern.
The extensive mudflats at Englewood MetroPark are still good for shorebird viewing.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
August 17, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
SPECIAL NOTICE The Dayton Audubon Society monthly meeting/program on August 21 at Wegerzyn Garden Center will be a new adventure for DAS, with a combined meeting with several other environmental organizations. We will journey across the hall to join Greenways of Greater Dayton, Tecumseh Chapter of the Sierra Club, and others, for a program featuring a speaker from the Miami Conservancy District . The discussion will be their new Watershed Initiatives.
GGD usually has a carry-in meal starting at 6:00PM, and feel welcome to bring a dish and participate; or come at the regular 7:00 PM hour for the program and cookies and punch.
Since both groups have been meeting at Wegerzyn, I(Lee Hall) have become acquainted with Dave Schmenk of GGD and the Sierra Club. Their numbers in attendance are usually about the came as ours, so I'm hopeful that the loyal DAS members will be present.
Jim Arnold has agreed to provide a capsule review of DAS programs, goals, and accomplishments for the participants.
The highlights of this Rare Bird Alert are:
● Piping Plover ● Black Tern ● Forster's Tern ● Shorebirds
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Observed on August 16th and 17th at C.J. Brown State Park on the beach: a Piping Plover, Black Tern, and Forster's Tern.
Observed August 17th at Englewood MetroPark: Ruddy Turnstone, Blue-winged and Green-winged Teal, Wood Ducks, and 5 Great Egrets, as well as the usual shorebirds.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
August 19, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
SPECIAL NOTICE The Dayton Audubon Society monthly meeting/program on August 21 at Wegerzyn Garden Center will be a new adventure for DAS, with a combined meeting with several other environmental organizations. We will journey across the hall to join Greenways of Greater Dayton, Tecumseh Chapter of the Sierra Club, and others, for a program featuring a speaker from the Miami Conservancy District . The discussion will be their new Watershed Initiatives.
GGD usually has a carry-in meal starting at 6:00PM, and feel welcome to bring a dish and participate; or come at the regular 7:00 PM hour for the program and cookies and punch.
Since both groups have been meeting at Wegerzyn, I(Lee Hall) have become acquainted with Dave Schmenk of GGD and the Sierra Club. Their numbers in attendance are usually about the came as ours, so I'm hopeful that the loyal DAS members will be present.
Jim Arnold has agreed to provide a capsule review of DAS programs, goals, and accomplishments for the participants.
The highlights of this Rare Bird Alert are:
● Piping Plover ● Caspian Tern ● Shorebirds
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Reported from C.J. Brown State Park on August 17th, the Piping Plover was still present on the beach.
Observed on August 17th and 18th at Englewood MetroPark were Caspian Terns, Short-billed Dowitcher, Great Egret, and Ruddy Turnstone.
The extensive mudflats at Englewood MetroPark are still good for shorebird viewing.
Also good habitat for shorebirds is the mudflats along the Lotus Trail at Cowan Lake State Park. Reported on the 18th were Least Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, Spotted Sandpiper, Solitary Sandpiper, Stilt Sandpiper, Lesser Yellowlegs, and Semipalmated Plover.
Reported from the Voice of America park in Butler County is a juvenile Henslow's Sparrow.
The report from the St Mary's Fish Hatchery, no mudflats at this time. Observed there on the 16th were Green Herons, Forster's Tern, Ring-billed Gulls, and Common Yellowthroat.
On the 18th at Gilmore Ponds there were 100 Great Blue Herons and over 60 Great Egrets.
On Sunday evening the 18th, Common Nighthawks were observed migrating over I- 675. Watch the evening sky over the next few weeks.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
August 26, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Roseate Spoonbill
Reported from Rocky Fork Lake State Park on August 25th were four Roseate Spoonbills. This is a very rare sighting; the last reported Ohio sighting was in 1986. The birds were seen on the North shore when entering the park from the west on OH 124.
Observed on August 25th at Englewood MetroPark were Common Snipe, Short-billed Dowitcher, and Ruddy Turnstone. On August 20th an Osprey was observed.
On the 25th at Gilmore Ponds there were 20 Great Blue Herons, 47 Great Egrets, and one Snowy Egret.
Common Nighthawks were observed migrating over various locations. This week and next week is peak migration for these birds.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
September 4, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Roseate Spoonbill ● Migrating Ducks
Four Roseate Spoonbills continue to be seen at Rocky Fork Lake State Park. This is a very rare sighting; the last reported Ohio sighting was in 1986. The birds were seen on the North shore when entering the park from the west on OH 124.
Observed on September 3rd at Englewood MetroPark were Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, American Black Duck, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, American Wigeon, and Wood Duck. Also reported were Double-crested Cormorant, Killdeer, Lesser Yellowlegs, Least Sandpiper, Solitary Sandpiper, and Pectoral Sandpiper.
On the 3rd at Caesar Creek Beach, a Least Sandpiper was seen; and at the pond by the observation tower, a Least Sandpiper and Stilt Sandpiper were seen.
Reported Sept 2nd from Cowan Lake State Park were the following warblers: Magnolia, Canada, Kentucky, Common Yellowthroat and American Redstart. Also reported were Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Great Crested Flycatcher, Great Egret, White- eyed Vireo, House Wren, and Eastern Bluebirds.
On September 1st, a Great Horned Owl was observed from the parking lot of the Aullwood Gardens.
Juvenile Turkey Vultures were seen on September 2nd in North Dayton.
On August 29th and 30th, Osprey were seen at Eastwood Lake, Eastwood Park, and downtown Dayton.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
September 5, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Migrating Warblers
Observed on September 5th at Aullwood Audubon Center were the following warblers: Yellow, Black-and-white, Black-throated Green, Nashville, Tennessee, and Bay- breasted. Also seen were Yellow-throated Vireo, Swainson's Thrush, Eastern Bluebirds, and Indigo Bunting.
On the 4th at Brukner Nature Center the following warblers were reported: Tennessee, Blackburnian, and American Redstart. Also seen were Yellow-throated Vireo and Red- eyed Vireo.
Four Roseate Spoonbills continue to be seen at Rocky Fork Lake State Park. This is a very rare sighting; the last reported Ohio sighting was in 1986. The birds were seen on the North shore when entering the park from the west on OH 124.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
September 9, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Sanderling ● Migrating Warblers
Reported on September 6th and 7th at Caesar Creek Beach was a juvenile Sanderling, along with Caspian Terns and Herring Gulls. On the 7th, a Great Black-backed Gull was briefly observed.
Observed on September 6th at Englewood MetroPark were the following warblers: Ovenbird, Blue-winged, Black-throated Green, and American Redstart. Also seen were Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Cedar Waxwing, Eastern Wood-Pewee, and Ruby-throated Hummingbird.
On the 8th at Lake St Marys fish hatchery, the following were reported: Least Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, Spotted Sandpiper, Lesser Yellowlegs, and Greater Yellowlegs. The ponds still have water in them, but the birds were seen along the shore. Also seen were Green Heron, Mute Swan, Pied-billed Grebe, Ring-billed Gulls, and Bonaparte's Gulls.
On September 9th at Wright-Patterson AFB, the following were observed: American Redstart, Blue-winged Warbler, Ovenbird, Nashville Warbler, Warbling Vireo, Brown Thrasher, and Green Heron.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
September 13, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Great Black-backed Gull ● Buff-breasted Sandpiper ● Golden-winged Warbler ● Migrating Warblers
Reported on September 12th at Caesar Creek Beach, a Great Black-backed Gull is still being seen. Also reported is a Buff-breasted Sandpiper.
Sightings from Aullwood Audubon Center on Sept 12th include Baltimore Oriole, Cedar Waxwing, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Scarlet Tanager, and Brown Thrasher. The following warblers were reported: Golden-winged, Magnolia, Tennessee, Nashville, Black-throated Green, American Redstart, Chestnut-sided, Palm, Black-and-white, and Northern Parula. The following vireos were observed: Yellow- throated, Warbling, Red-eyed, and Philadelphia.
Observed on September 12th at Englewood MetroPark were the following: Magnolia Warbler, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Eastern Wood-Pewee, House Wren, and Common Snipe.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
September 16, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Lesser Black-backed Gull at two locations ● Buff-breasted Sandpiper ● American Golden-Plover
First reported on September 13th at Caesar Creek Beach, a Lesser Black-backed Gull is still being seen. Also, on September 15th at C.J. Brown Reservoir, a Lesser Black- backed Gull was observed.
An American Golden-Plover was observed for one day on September 15th at Wright- Patterson AFB.
On September 16th, three Buff-breasted Sandpipers were seen at Wright-Patterson AFB. Also seen there on September 13th were the following warblers: Magnolia, American Redstart, Northern Parula, Prothonotary, Blackburnian, Canada, and Ovenbird. The following vireos were observed: Yellow-throated, Warbling, and Red- eyed.
Sightings from Beaver Creek Wetlands on Sept. 15th were Swainson's Thrush and Eastern Wood-Pewee. The following warblers were reported: American Redstart, Chestnut-sided, Black-and-white, Canada, Bay-breasted, and Yellow-throated.
Observed on September 14th at Englewood MetroPark North Park off Old Springfield Road were the following: Short-billed Dowitcher, Western Sandpiper, Solitary Sandpiper, and Semipalmated Plover.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
September 23, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Lesser Black-backed Gull ● Golden-winged Warbler ● Baird's Sandpiper
On September 21st and 22nd at C.J.Brown Reservoir, a Lesser Black-backed Gull was still being observed. Also reported were Common Tern, Caspian Tern, Osprey, and 13 warbler species, including a Golden-winged Warbler.
The Grand Lake St Marys fish hatchery has drained one large pond and two small ponds. There will be more ponds drained this week. The next two weeks will be the best time to observe shorebirds on these ponds. Reported Sept 21st from the drained ponds: Baird's Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, and Spotted Sandpiper. Around the fish hatchery the following were seen: Indigo Bunting, Nashville Warbler, Tree Swallow, and Barn Swallow.
Observed on September 22nd at Sugarcreek MetroPark were the following: Golden- winged Warbler, American Redstart, Black-and-white Warbler, Magnolia Warbler, and Black-throated Green Warblers.
A kettle of 35 Broad-winged Hawks were seen over Springfield. And a mature Red- shouldered Hawk was observed near Spring Valley.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
October 2, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Lesser Black-backed Gull ● Roseate Spoonbill ● Migrating Warblers
The Lesser Black-backed Gull is still being seen at Caesar Creek State Park beach.
The Roseate Spoonbills are still being observed at Rocky Fork State Park.
Observed on September 29th at Englewood MetroPark were the following: Swainson's Thrush, Swamp Sparrow, American Redstart, Gray Catbirds, Cedar Waxwing, and Eastern Bluebirds.
Some of the migrating warblers seen at Englewood MetroPark, Sugarcreek MetroPark, and Germantown MetroPark are: American Redstart, Yellow-rumped, Black-throated Green, Chestnut-sided, Golden-winged, and Connecticut.
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are still being seen at home feeders throughout the area.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
October 7, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Ruby-crowned Kinglet ● Vireos
Reported October 3rd at Aullwood Audubon Center were the following: Ruby- crowned Kinglet, Philadelphia Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Black-and-white Warbler, Blackpoll Warbler, Cape May Warbler, and Magnolia Warbler.
Observed on October 3rd and 5th at Englewood MetroPark were the following: Swainson's Thrush, Green-winged Teal, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, Downy Woodpecker, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Blue-headed Vireo, Eastern Phoebe, and Eastern Wood-Pewee.
The report from Grand Lake St Mary's fish hatchery on October 6th includes: Great Blue Heron, Herring Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Pied-billed Grebe, Sanderling, and Pectoral Sandpiper. Two large ponds and five small ponds are drained down. Also in the vicinity were Osprey, Rough-legged Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk, and Tree Swallows.
The Lesser Black-backed Gull is still being seen at Caesar Creek State Park beach.
The Roseate Spoonbills are still being observed at Rocky Fork State Park.
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are still being seen at home feeders through out the area.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
October 14, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Nelson's Sharp-tailed Sparrow ● Gulls
Reported October 13th and 14th at Gilmore Ponds near Fairfield were 2 Nelson's Sharp-tailed Sparrows. They were seen in a clump of willows in the West pond area.
Observed on October 13th at Caesar Creek State Park beach: Bonaparte's, Franklin's, and Lesser Black-backed Gulls.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
October 18, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Dark-eyed Junco ● American Wigeon ● Ruddy Duck ● Shorebirds
Dark-eyed Juncos have been reported from all around the area, including Wright- Patterson AFB and Caesar Creek State Park.
Reported October 8 at Aullwood Audubon Center were the following: Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Field Sparrow, and Yellow-bellied Sapsucker.
Observed on October 8 at Englewood MetroPark was a Great Egret. From October 11 through October 18, the following were reported: Short-billed Dowitcher, Green- winged Teal, Blue-winged Teal, Sanderlings, Lesser Yellowlegs, Ring-billed Gulls, Ruddy Duck, Solitary Sandpiper, and Double-crested Cormorants.
Sightings on October 10 from Roxanna-New Burlington Road at the gravel pit are: Common Loon, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Pectoral Sandpiper, and Lesser Yellowlegs.
From Spring Valley Wildlife Area, Wood Duck and American Wigeon were reported.
The Lesser Black-backed Gull is still being seen at C. J. Brown Reservoir, along with Herring Gulls, Dunlin, Pectoral Sandpipers, Least Sandpiper, and Common Snipe.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
November 4, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Common Loon ● Ducks
On October 29th at Caesar Creek State Park, a Common Loon was observed. The Lesser Black-backed Gull is still being seen.
On October 27th at Englewood MetroPark, the following ducks were reported: Ruddy Duck, American Black Duck, Gadwall, Northern Pintail, American Wigeon, and Green- winged Teal. Also reported were American Coot, Rusty Blackbird, Ring-billed Gull, and Common Snipe.
On November 3rd at Eastwood Lake, the following were observed: Common Merganser, American Coot, and Bonaparte's Gulls.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
November 7, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Surf Scoter ● Tundra Swan ● Trumpeter Swan
Observed on November 6th at Caesar Creek State Park, from Harveysburg Road, were Surf Scoter, Common Loon, Double-crested Cormorant, and 150 Bonaparte’s Gulls.
Sightings on November 2nd from Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area were Tundra Swans and Trumpeter Swans.
Horned Larks were observed this week along Penewit Road south of Bellbrook.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
November 12, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Red Phalarope ● Snow Bunting ● Short-eared Owl ● Lapland Longspur
Observed on November 9-11th at Miami Whitewater Park northwest of Cincinnati was a Red Phalarope. Directions from Dayton are: south on I75 to west on I275 to west on I74. Exit on Rt 128, and turn right and go thru Miamitown to the soccer fields on the right. Turn left after the soccer fields, go to the top of the hill, turn right into the park. There is a one dollar admission. The phone number for information is 513-367-4774.
Sightings on November 11th from Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area were Short-eared Owl, Snow Geese, Lapland Longspur, and the Loggerhead Shrike is still present.
Reported from Metzger Reservoir near Lima on November 9th were Snow Bunting, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead, and Surf Scoter.
Still being reported from Caesar Creek State Park are Common Loons and Surf Scoter.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
November 18, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Sandhill Cranes
Observed on November 17th at Englewood MetroPark were 7 Sandhill Cranes. Also reported were 150 Sandhill Cranes flying over near Englewood.
Also seen at Englewood MetroPark were Bonaparte's Gull, Blue-winged Teal, Green- winged Teal, Hooded Merganser, Pied-billed Grebe, Gadwall, American Black Duck, and Wood Duck.
Reported from Caesar Creek State Park on November 16th were Forster's Tern and Common Loons.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
November 22, 2002
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Surf Scoter ● Black Scoter
Observed on November 22nd at Caesar Creek State Park at Harveysburg Road: 3 Surf Scoter, Common Loon, Horned Grebe, Redhead, Lesser Scaup, and Bufflehead.
Reported from the boat dock at Buck Creek State Park on the 22nd were 3 Surf Scoter, 2 Black Scoter, Lesser Scaup, and American Coot.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
December 2, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Red-breasted Nuthatch ● Purple Finch ● Pine Siskin ● Northern Harrier
Reported from Caesar Creek State Park on November 28th were Red-breasted Nuthatch, Purple Finch, and Pine Siskin at the visitors center. On November 24th a Merlin was observed.
On December 1st, two Northern Harriers were observed along Old Stage Road north of Waynesville.
At Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area on November 21st the following were reported: Northern Harrier, Rough-legged Hawk, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Horned Lark, and Lapland Longspur.
Sandhill Cranes have been observed flying over in many locations around the Dayton area.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
December 10, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Waterfowl
Reported December 6th from downtown Dayton along the river were Gadwall, Hooded Merganser, American Wigeon, Ruddy Duck, American Black Duck, Redhead, American Coot, and Mute Swan.
On December 7th at Eastwood Lake, the following were observed: Wood Duck, Bufflehead, Northern Shoveler, Greater Scaup, Pied-billed Grebe, and Bonaparte's Gull.
On December 7th, a Bald Eagle was seen near Jamestown.
Sandhill Cranes have been observed flying over in many locations around the Dayton area.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
December 27, 2002
Compiled by Jim Arnold
There have been very few reports over the last week.
On December 16th, there was a Bald Eagle reported at the Englewood North Park on Old Springfield Road.
This is a reminder of the Dayton Audubon Christmas Bird Count on Sunday, December 29th. Everyone is welcome to join in counting birds. For more information call Dick Balk 886-0092 or Charlotte Mathena 433-2167.
To report rare, unusual or first of the season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Jim Arnold at 937-862-4437.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: [email protected]
This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473).
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