Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 3, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Spotted Sandpiper ● Snow Goose ● Sandhill Cranes
The 2006 Christmas Bird Count resulted in 58 species tallied and 10,343 birds counted, despite heavy rains during most of the day. Increased numbers of Cardinals were observed. A Spotted Sandpiper was seen on the Great Miami River in Dayton and a Snow Goose was observed at Englewood MetroPark. For the first time ever, a Wild Turkey (seen at Taylorsville MetroPark) was listed on the count.
On January 2nd, Sandhill Cranes were observed at C.J. Brown Reservoir.
On December 28th , a Ring-necked Pheasant was seen on Old Springfield Rd., and Swamp and Field Sparrows were observed at Englewood MetroPark south park (off Meeker Rd.). That same day, Tree Sparrows were seen at Aullwood Audubon Center.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 5, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Spotted Sandpiper ● Snow Goose ● Black Vultures ● Northern Harrier
The 2006 Christmas Bird Count resulted in 58 species tallied and 10,343 birds counted, despite heavy rains during most of the day. Increased numbers of Cardinals were observed. A Spotted Sandpiper was seen on the Great Miami River in Dayton and a Snow Goose was observed at Englewood MetroPark. For the first time ever, a Wild Turkey (seen at Taylorsville MetroPark) was listed on the count.
On January 2nd, Black Vultures were seen near Hueston Woods State Park Lodge and Turkey Vultures were observed flying overhead.
For the past week a Northern Harrier has been seen at Brukner Nature Center.
On January 2nd, Sandhill Cranes were observed at C.J. Brown Reservoir.
On December 28th , a Ring-necked Pheasant was seen on Old Springfield Rd., and Swamp and Field Sparrows were observed at Englewood MetroPark south park (off Meeker Rd.). That same day, Tree Sparrows were seen at Aullwood Audubon Center.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 10, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Bald Eagle ● Oregon Junco
On January 10th, seen at Englewood MetroPark were Eastern Bluebird, Cooper's Hawk, Brown Creeper, and Song Sparrow.
On January 9th, a Bald Eagle was seen at Englewood MetroPark.
On January 9th, a Fox Sparrow was observed at the feeders at Spring Valley Wild Life Area; at Caesar Creek State Park, Turkey Vultures were seen, and observed at Visitor's Center feeders were Purple Finches.
On January 8th, seen at Germantown MetroPark were Red-shouldered Hawk, Northern Harrier, Oregon Junco, Fox Sparrow, and Yellow-rumped Warbler. A Wild Turkey was observed south of the Germantown dam.
A Wild Turkey has been seen recently near Martindale Rd. in the vicinity of the fishing lakes.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
January 23, 2007
Compiled by Jim Arnold
The highlights of this report are:
● Green-winged Teal ● Northern Pintail
Observed at Aullwood Gardens on January 10th: Pileated Woodpecker and Yellow- bellied Sapsucker.
On January 14th at Eastwood MetroPark, there were Ring-necked Ducks and Common Goldeneye.
On January 21st in Preble County, there were Horned Larks, American Pipit, and Lapland Longspurs.
Reported from Englewood North Park on January 22nd: Hooded Merganser, Ring- billed Gull, Pied-billed Grebe, and White-throated Sparrows. At Englewood Main Park, there were American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal, Northern Pintail, Red-breasted Merganser, and Rough-legged Hawk.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
February 2, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Redpoll
On January 28, seen on the Great Miami River from Dayton down to SunWatch were American Coot, Pied-billed Grebe, Black Duck, and Hooded Merganser.
On January 28, Common Goldeneye and Ruddy Duck were observed at Eastwood Lake.
On January 28 at Huffman MetroPark, seen were Hooded Merganser and Ring-necked Duck.
On January 28, Common Redpoll, Lapland Longspur, and Horned Lark were observed in Preble County on Halderman Rd. east of Quaker Trace Rd.
On January 25, two Snow Geese were seen at Eastwood Lake.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
February 6, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Black Vulture ● White-winged Scoter
On February 4th at Hueston Woods State Park, 66 Black Vultures and 20 Turkey Vultures were seen. Common Goldeneye were observed on Acton Lake.
On February 4th at the Spring Valley Wildlife Area feeders, seen were White-throated, American Tree, and White-crowned Sparrow.
Hermit Thrushes are being seen at Germantown MetroPark, Englewood MetroPark, and Spring Valley Wildlife Area.
Also seen on February 4tth at the gravel pit on Roxanna-New Burlington Road were White-winged Scoter, Redhead, Canvasback, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, Ring-necked Duck, White-Fronted Goose and Cackling Goose.
On February 4th, a Red-shouldered Hawk was seen at Caesar Creek State Park.
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Hermit Thrush at Englewood MetroPark 1/24/07 Photo by Stan Lessig
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 9, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Fox Sparrow ● Field Sparrow
On February 9th during the feeder watch at Aullwood Audubon Center the following were seen: Fox, Field, White-throated, Song, and American Tree Sparrow; Pileated, Hairy, and Downy Woodpecker; and Blue Jay and Cooper's Hawk.
Observed on the Great Miami River from St.Elizabeth's Hospital downstream to Sun Watch were: Greater Scaup, Northern Shoveler, Common Goldeneye, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Black Duck, American Coot, and Cackling Goose.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 12, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Virginia Rail
The following birds were seen on February 10th:
● A Virginia Rail was seen at Spring Valley Wildlife Area.
● A Mute Swan was observed on the Great Miami River.
● Lapland Longspur, Snow Bunting, and Horned Lark were seen in Preble County.
● On the river in West Carrollton, seen were Redhead, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded and Common Merganser, Greater Scaup, American Coot, and Herring and Ring-billed Gull.
● On the Stillwater River near the Dog Leg Rd. bridge, a Mute Swan was observed.
Horned Larks are being reported throughout the area.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
February 19, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Snow Bunting ● Eastern Meadowlark ● Sandhill Crane
On February 19th, seen on Houston Rd. near Cornstalk Rd. were Snow Bunting, Lapland Longspur, Horned Lark, Brown-headed Cowbird, and Eastern Meadowlark. Houston Rd. runs North just past the gravel pit on Roxanna-New Burlington Rd.
On February 19th Fox, White-crowned, and White-throated Sparrow were observed at the feeders at Spring Valley Wildlife area.
On February 19th, twelve Sandhill Cranes, Northern Harrier, and Belted Kingfisher were seen at the gravel pit on Roxanna-New Burlington Rd.
Horned Lark were observed on Old Springfield Rd. opposite Englewood MetroPark north park.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
February 23, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Chipping Sparrow ● Bald Eagles
On February 23th at the feeder watch at Audubon Aullwood Center, seen were Chipping, Fox, Song, and White-crowned Sparrow.
On February 22nd at Eastwood MetroPark and again at Huffman MetroPark, two adult Bald eagles were observed overhead. Seen at the Eastwood MetroPark lagoons were Gadwall, and Canvasback; and seen at Huffman MetroPark were Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Green-winged Teal, and Mute Swan.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 2, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Migrating Waterfowl
On February 28th and March 1st, seen at Huffman MetroPark were Northern Pintail, Gadwall, Redhead, Canvasback, Northern Shoveler, Ring-necked Duck, Black Duck, Hooded Merganser, Green-winged Teal, and American Coot.
On February 28th and March 1st, Common Goldeneye, Bufflehead, and Canvasback were observed at the Eastwood MetroPark lagoon.
On February 28th Sandhill Crane, Mute Swan, and Ring-necked Duck were seen at Spring Valley Wildlife Area from the boardwalk.
A Bald Eagle was seen on February 27th and 28th at Englewood MetroPark.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
March 3, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Ross's Goose ● Tree Swallow
On March 2nd, seen at Buck Creek State Park was a first of the season Tree Swallow; as well as Gadwall, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, and Common Merganser.
On March 3rd, seen at Englewood MetroPark north park were Swainson's Thrush, Red- tailed Hawk, Turkey Vulture, Killdeer, Black Duck, Green-winged Teal, Hooded Merganser, Red-winged Blackbird, Brown-headed Cowbird, Common Grackle, and Eastern Meadowlark.
On March 3rd, a Ross's Goose was observed at Cowan Lake, and a Red-breasted Nuthatch was seen at a Wilmington residence feeder.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
March 12, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Bald Eagle ● Waterfowl
On March 8th, 17 species of of waterfowl and shore birds, including Canvasback, Redhead, Northern Pintail, American Widgeon, Black Duck, Hooded Merganser, Green-winged Teal, and Bufflehead, were seen at Englewood MetroPark.
On March 10th, observed at Englewood MetroPark north park were mature Bald Eagle; Hooded and Common Merganser; Redhead, Canvasback; Ruddy, Ring-necked and Wood Duck; Lesser Scaup, and Horned Grebe. Also seen were Tree Swallow, Killdeer, and Song Sparrow.
On March 10th, seen at Englewood MetroPark were Hooded Merganser; Ruddy and Wood Ducks; Horned Grebe, American Coot, Bufflehead; Green-winged and Blue- winged Teal; Northern Pintail, and American Widgeon; as well as White-breasted Nuthatch, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Cooper's Hawk.
On March 10th at Cowan Lake, observed were Double-crested Cormorant; Black and Turkey Vulture; Tundra Swan; Greater and Lesser Scaup; and Hooded, Common, and Red-breasted Merganser.
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"Appreciating Syzygy: Emily Dickinson, Hog Island, and NASA"
Tom Schaefer, 1981 Dayton Audubon scholarship recipient, writes about some unexpected connections between the Hog Island Audubon Camp and significant people in American culture. In this essay he reflects on his own transcendent first trip to the Audubon Camp and the island's connections to the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge at the Kennedy Space Center. The connection? A world famous birder, of course!
Follow this link for the essay:
Appreciating Syzygy (3/07) (http://www.naturecompass.org/fohi/voices/schaefer2. html).
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 16, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Barn Owl ● Waterfowl
On March 9th a Barn Owl was seen between the Germantown MetroPark main park entrance on Conservancy Rd. and the Valley Overlook.
On March 15th observed at Englewood MetroPark were Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Blue-winged Teal, Horned Grebe, Lesser Scaup, Ring-necked, Wood and Black Duck; Northern Pintail, Hooded Merganser, American Widgeon; Bonaparte's and Ring-billed Gull; Eastern Phoebe and Dark-eyed Junco.
Observed on March 13th at Englewood MetroPark north park were 10 or more Black Vultures along with 30 or more Turkey Vultures. That same day seen at Englewood MetroPark were Hooded and Common Merganser; Pied-billed Grebe; Ring-necked and Wood Duck; Northern Pintail, American Coot, Northern Shoveler, Lesser Scaup and Pileated Woodpecker.
Seen at Spring Valley Wildlife Area on March 13th were Mute Swan and Sandhill Crane.
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"Appreciating Syzygy: Emily Dickinson, Hog Island, and NASA"
Tom Schaefer, 1981 Dayton Audubon scholarship recipient, writes about some unexpected connections between the Hog Island Audubon Camp and significant people in American culture. In this essay he reflects on his own transcendent first trip to the Audubon Camp and the island's connections to the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge at the Kennedy Space Center. The connection? A world famous birder, of course!
Follow this link for the essay:
Appreciating Syzygy (3/07) (http://www.naturecompass.org/fohi/voices/schaefer2. html).
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 23, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● First-of-the-season Pine Warbler ● White Pelican
This week Tree Swallows and Eastern Phoebes have been seen throughout the area.
Observed at Englewood MetroPark on March 23rd were Horned Grebe, Bufflehead, Ring-necked Duck, Double-crested Cormorant, Tree Swallow, Eastern Phoebe, Blue- winged Teal, Pied-billed Grebe and Ruddy Duck.
On March 22nd a Pine Warbler was seen at a residential feeder in Dayton.
On March 22nd the first egg was observed in the Peregrine Falcon's nest on the AT&T building.
On March 22nd, seen at Buck Creek State Park near the boat ramp were White Pelican, Snow Goose and Common Merganser.
Seen at Spring Valley Wildlife Area on March 21st were Pied-billed Grebe, Wood Duck, Tree Swallow, Eastern Phoebe, Hairy Woodpecker, and Black Vulture.
On March 20th Surf Scoter, Horned Grebe and Common Loon were observed at Rocky Fork Lake; while Hooded Merganser, Lesser Scaup, Double-crested Cormorant and Eastern Phoebe were observed at Cowan Lake.
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"Appreciating Syzygy: Emily Dickinson, Hog Island, and NASA"
Tom Schaefer, 1981 Dayton Audubon scholarship recipient, writes about some unexpected connections between the Hog Island Audubon Camp and significant people in American culture. In this essay he reflects on his own transcendent first trip to the Audubon Camp and the island's connections to the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge at the Kennedy Space Center. The connection? A world famous birder, of course!
Follow this link for the essay:
Appreciating Syzygy (3/07) (http://www.naturecompass.org/fohi/voices/schaefer2. html).
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 27, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Winter Wren ● Horned Lark ● Pectoral Sandpiper
The Dayton Audubon walk at Buck Creek State Park on March 25th recorded 50 species including Pectoral Sandpiper, Horned Lark and American White Pelican. Following the walk, a stop at a cornfield "sink" on Dolly Varden Rd., about 5 miles east of Urbana, saw more than an estimated 1,000 ducks including Northern Pintail, Redhead, Canvasback, American Wigeon, Bufflehead, Blue-winged Teal and Ruddy Duck, as well as 19 Tundra Swans.
On March 25th, observed at Twin Valley MetroPark was Winter Wren.
Mute Swan, Lesser Scaup, Sandhill Crane and Killdeer were seen on March 25 at Spring Valley Wildlife Area, while at Bresler Reservoir near Lima, White-winged Scoter, Horned Grebe and Ruddy Duck, were observed.
At Metzger Reservoir on the same day, Red-breasted Merganser, Lesser Scaup and Common Loon were seen.
The boardwalk at Spring Valley Wildlife Area has been severely vandalized and may be unsafe to use.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
March 30, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Wild Turkey ● American Bittern ● Eastern Meadowlark
Seen at Englewood MetroPark on March 30th were Field and Song Sparrow; Pileated Woodpecker, Eastern Bluebird and Dark-eyed Junco.
On March 29th American Bittern and Red-shouldered Hawk were seen at Caesar Creek State Park.
On March 27th 14 Wild Turkeys were seen close to Sycamore State Park near the intersection of Wolf Creek and Air Hill Roads.
Included in the 28 species recorded at Huffman Prairie on March 26th were Brown Creeper, Eastern Meadowlark, Eastern Bluebird and Dark-eyed Junco.
Observed at Elizabeth Garden in Oakwood on March 25th was Louisiana Waterthrush.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 2, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Northern Parula ● Yellow-throated Warbler ● Blue-gray Gnatcatcher ● American Bittern
Seen at Englewood MetroPark on April 2nd was Phoebe, while a Yellow-throated Warbler was observed at Aullwood Gardens.
On April 1st, 2 Osprey were seen on the nest near the boat ramp at Caesar Creek State Park; a Great Horned Owl was observed with young on a nest at Charlotte Falls; seen at Caesar Creek Gorge Park were Northern Parula, Brown Creeper, Louisiana Waterthrush and White-throated Sparrow; seen at Spring Valley Wildlife area were American Bittern, Brown Thrasher and a nesting Red-shouldered Hawk; while a Surf Scoter was observed on a private Waynesville pond.
On March 31st the Dayton Audubon Society field trip recorded 32 species, including Sora, Black Vulture, Swamp Sparrow, and Rusty Blackbird; and a Yellow-throated Warbler was observed at Eastwood Park.
Seen at Eastwood Lake on March 30th were Ruddy Duck, and Pied-billed and Horned Grebe.
On March 30, a Louisiana Waterthrush was seen at Germantown MetroPark.
On March 28th seen at Eastwood Lake were Rough-winged Swallow.
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"Appreciating Syzygy: Emily Dickinson, Hog Island, and NASA"
Tom Schaefer, 1981 Dayton Audubon scholarship recipient, writes about some unexpected connections between the Hog Island Audubon Camp and significant people in American culture. In this essay he reflects on his own transcendent first trip to the Audubon Camp and the island's connections to the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge at the Kennedy Space Center. The connection? A world famous birder, of course!
Follow this link for the essay:
Appreciating Syzygy (3/07) (http://www.naturecompass.org/fohi/voices/schaefer2. html).
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 13, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Black-and-white Warbler ● Little Blue Heron
A first-of-the-season Orchard Oriole was seen at Spring Valley Wildlife Area on April 13th.
Seen at Englewood MetroPark on April 13th were Blue-gray Gnatcatcher and Ruby- crowned Kinglet.
Observed at Englewood MetroPark north park on April 10th were 10 or more Bonaparte's Gulls.
At Spring Valley Wildlife Area on April 10th, Virginia Rail, Little Blue Heron, and Sandhill Crane were observed.
Observed at Englewood MetroPark on April 9th were Great Egret, Horned Grebe, Osprey and 50+ Double-crested Cormorants.
On April 9th at Twin Creek MetroPark, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Brown Creeper, Black-and-white Warbler, and Louisiana Waterthrush were seen.
Seen on a private lake near London on April 4th was an American White Pelican.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
April 20, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Black-necked Stilt
A Black-necked Stilt has been observed for several days, including April 20th, at Acton Lake in Hueston Woods State Park.
Yellow-throated Warblers are being observed throughout the area.
On April 20, 10 or more Brewer's Blackbirds were seen at Spring Valley Wildlife Area.
On April 18th, 10 Caspian Terns were observed at Cowan Lake, while a Hermit Thrush was seen at Shawnee Prairie Preserve in Darke County.
On April 17th, Chimney Swifts were seen in Yellow Springs, while Yellow-throated Warbler, Song, Chipping, White-throated, and Field Sparrow were observed at Aullwood Gardens.
On April 15th, seen at Hills and Dales MetroPark were Ruby-crowned Kinglet, and Fox and Swamp Sparrow.
A nesting Horned Owl was observed at Eastwood MetroPark on April 14th, and seen at Eastwood Lake were 13 Common Loons and hundreds of Tree, Barn, and Northern Rough-winged Swallows.
On April 14th, seen at Woodland Cemetery was Yellow-throated Warbler, while at Spring Valley Wildlife Area, Osprey, Rusty Blackbird, and Tree and Northern Rough- wing Swallow were seen.
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Seen on the Dayton Audubon Society walk on April 14th were American Bittern, Virginia Rail, and Sora.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 23, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Baltimore Oriole ● Migrating Warblers
On April 23rd, seen at Englewood MetroPark were Baltimore Oriole, Northern Parula; Palm, Black-throated Green, and Yellow-throated Warbler; Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, Green Heron, Solitary Sandpiper; Ruby-crowned and Golden-crowned Kinglet; and Rough-legged and Cooper's Hawk.
On April 23rd, a first of the season Ruby-throated Hummingbird was observed at a private residence near Garber Rd.
On April 23rd, a first of the season Eastern King Bird was seen at Spring Valley Wildlife Area.
Near the Haines boat landing of Caesar Creek Lake, Osprey were observed on the nesting platform April 22nd. Spotted and Solitary Sandpipers were seen on the mudflats.
On April 22nd, seen at Spring Valley Wildlife area were Warbling Vireo, Northern Parula; Palm, Black-and-white, Yellow-throated, Yellow-rumped, and Yellow Warbler; and Little Blue Heron. Observed on the day before were the same species as well as Virginia Rail, Sora, and Red-shouldered Hawk. American Bittern were heard calling.
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"Interesting Tidbits"
** City birds sing for silent nights ** Robins in urban areas sing at night because it is too noisy during the day, a study suggests. For details click on http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/2/hi/science/nature/6591649.stm
Bird Watcher's Paradise... Lawrence Woods Who: Randy Shonkwiler What: Bird watching Where : Lawrence Woods When: Friday, May 10, 2007 at 8:00 a.m. The Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance is pleased to present "Birding with Randy Shonkwiler". Interested in birds and wildlife since his childhood in northwest Ohio, Randy became a serious birder about 9 years ago, when he moved to Chicago. Since his parents live in the area, he has been birding at Lawrence Woods since it opened. Randy is presently working on a dissertation in Egyptology at the University of Chicago and has worked for expeditions in Egypt and, most recently, in Sudan. Randy will be back in the area and has graciously agreed to share his insight about bird watching at Lawrence Woods. After a short presentation from Randy, visitors will be able to stroll through the woods at their own pace to look for birds and other wildlife or just enjoy the beautiful spring flowers. Lawrence Woods is one of Ohio's newest preserves. The site containing 1,059 acres was purchased in
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1997 and is named in memory of the Honorable William Lawrence, a noted statesman, author, agriculturalist and banker. This significant woods is the largest known mature forest in this region and is home to a number of rare plant and animal species. The forest has large trees of may species including white, yellow, red and bur oaks, as well as beech, white ash, shagbark hickory, red maple, sugar maple and sycamore. The Woods is excellent for viewing birds and spring wildflowers. You can hike through the woods year around on the boardwalk. This event is free and open to the public. Lawrence Woods is located 4 miles south of Kenton Ohio on County Road 190. From Kenton, go south on State Route 31 in Kenton, bear right on State Route 292 and then west on County Road 190 to the preserve. From US Route 68 South, turn right, on County Road 190 about 2 miles to the preserve. From State Route 31 South, turn left on County Road 190 about 3 miles to the preserve. Lawrence Woods is a primitive site, with the boardwalk and bird blind being the only improvements made to the area. Restrooms are available at the Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance offices in Kenton. The HCCBA offices are located at 225 South Detroit Street in Kenton and will open at 7:00 a.m. prior to this event. Following the event, we will travel to the Plaza Inn Casual Family Restaurant in Mt. Victory to compare notes and talk with Randy. Breakfast buffet will be available for $7.00. Reservations are required by May 7. For more information or to make a reservation, contact the Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance at 888-642-7346 or email [email protected] file:///Users/Mike/Documents/Dayton%20Audubon%20Society/RareBirdAlert/2007/rba010307.htm (2 of 2)12/25/10 2:37 PM Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 3, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Migrating Warblers
Sightings over the entire area of warblers include Blue-wing, Nashville, Yellow, Yellow-rumped, Yellow-throated, Prairie, Palm, Black-and- white, Black-throated Green, Cape May, Cerulean, Blackburnian, Kentucky, and Hooded Warbler; Common Yellowthroat, Northern Parula, American Redstart, and Ovenbird.
Other birds being widely reported are Tree, Northern Rough-wing, and Barn Swallow; Indigo Bunting, Baltimore Oriole, Blue-gray-Gnatcatcher, Eastern Wood-Peewee, and Eastern Phoebe. Rose-breasted Grosbeaks have been seen in many places including backyard feeders.
A Golden-winged Warbler was observed at Brukner Nature Center on May 3rd.
On May 3rd seen at Englewood MetroPark was a Summer tanager.
On May 2rd a Great Egret was observed at Englewood MetroPark north park.
Cliff Swallows are nesting under the IR75 bridge over the Great Miami River, which is accessible via North Bend Blvd.
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"Birding News"
** City birds sing for silent nights ** Robins in urban areas sing at night because it is too noisy during the day, a study suggests. For details click on http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/2/hi/science/nature/6591649.stm
Bird Watcher's Paradise... Lawrence Woods Who: Randy Shonkwiler What: Bird watching Where : Lawrence Woods When: Friday, May 10, 2007 at 8:00 a.m. The Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance is pleased to present "Birding with Randy Shonkwiler". Interested in birds and wildlife since his childhood in northwest Ohio, Randy became a serious birder about 9 years ago, when he moved to Chicago. Since his parents live in the area, he has been birding at Lawrence Woods since it opened. Randy is presently working on a dissertation in Egyptology at the University of Chicago and has worked for expeditions in Egypt and, most recently, in Sudan. Randy will be back in the area and has graciously agreed to share his insight about bird watching at Lawrence Woods. After a short presentation from Randy, visitors will be able to stroll through the woods at their own pace to look for birds and other wildlife or just enjoy the beautiful spring flowers. Lawrence Woods is one of Ohio's newest preserves. The site containing 1,059 acres was purchased in 1997 and is named in memory of the Honorable William Lawrence, a noted statesman, author, file:///Users/Mike/Documents/Dayton%20Audubon%20Society/RareBirdAlert/2007/rba010307.htm (2 of 2)12/25/10 2:37 PM Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
agriculturalist and banker. This significant woods is the largest known mature forest in this region and is home to a number of rare plant and animal species. The forest has large trees of may species including white, yellow, red and bur oaks, as well as beech, white ash, shagbark hickory, red maple, sugar maple and sycamore. The Woods is excellent for viewing birds and spring wildflowers. You can hike through the woods year around on the boardwalk. This event is free and open to the public. Lawrence Woods is located 4 miles south of Kenton Ohio on County Road 190. From Kenton, go south on State Route 31 in Kenton, bear right on State Route 292 and then west on County Road 190 to the preserve. From US Route 68 South, turn right, on County Road 190 about 2 miles to the preserve. From State Route 31 South, turn left on County Road 190 about 3 miles to the preserve. Lawrence Woods is a primitive site, with the boardwalk and bird blind being the only improvements made to the area. Restrooms are available at the Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance offices in Kenton. The HCCBA offices are located at 225 South Detroit Street in Kenton and will open at 7:00 a.m. prior to this event. Following the event, we will travel to the Plaza Inn Casual Family Restaurant in Mt. Victory to compare notes and talk with Randy. Breakfast buffet will be available for $7.00. Reservations are required by May 7. For more information or to make a reservation, contact the Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance at 888-642-7346 or email [email protected]
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 10, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Migrating Warblers
Warblers continue to be seen throughout the area.
On May 10th Acadian Flycatcher was seen at Englewood MetroPark.
On May 6th, seen during the Aullwood Gardens survey were 51 species, including Yellow-throated, Warbling and Red-eyed Vireos; Red-tailed and Broad-winged Hawks; and 9 species of warblers, including Black-and-white and Blackpoll.
Eighty-six species were observed during the Caesar Creek State Park survey on May 5th. Recorded were Red-shouldered and Red-tailed Hawk; 13 species of warblers, including Kentucky, Hooded, and Yellow-breasted Chat; and Bonaparte's Gull and Common Tern.
On May 5, Green Heron, Willow Flycatcher, and Spotted Sandpiper were observed at Englewood MetroPark north park, while Yellow-billed Cuckoo and Eastern Wood- pewee were seen at the main park; and seen at Hills and Dales MetroPark were Kentucky and Hooded Warbler.
Black-billed Cuckoo was observed at Englewood MetroPark on May 4th.
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"Birding News"
** City birds sing for silent nights ** Robins in urban areas sing at night because it is too noisy during the day, a study suggests. For details click on http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/2/hi/science/nature/6591649.stm
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 16, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Henslow's Sparrow ● Blue Grosbeak ● Red-headed Woodpecker ● Bobolink
On May 16th, seen at Germantown MetroPark were Henslow's Sparrow, Willow Flycatcher, Bobolink, Eastern Meadowlark, and Eastern Kingbird. They were seen in the grassland across the road from the Goldfinch picnic shelter off Boomershine Rd.
On May 16th at Brukner Nature Center, observed were Acadian Flycatcher, Hooded Warbler, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, and Bay-breasted Warbler.
On May 15th, seen at Englewood MetroPark were a large number of Cedar Waxwings, as well as Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Prothonotary Warbler, Warbling and Red-eyed Vireo, and Eastern Bluebird.
Observed May 14th on private property near Brookeville was a Red-headed Woodpecker.
Baby Great Horned Owls were seen on the nest at Eastwood MetroPark on May 13th.
Blue Grosbeak was seen at Englewood MetroPark north park on May 11th.
On May 11th, a Red-headed Woodpecker was seen at Woodland Cemetery.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
May 21, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Lark Sparrow ● Glossy Ibis
On May 20th, three Lark Sparrows were seen and more were heard at Oakes Quarry Park, which is located just east of the junction of IR675 and SR 235 on 235.
On May 20th, a Glossy Ibis was observed at Spring Valley Wildlife Area, as well as Spotted Sandpiper, Green Heron, and Sandhill Crane.
On May 20, seen at Germantown MetroPark were Henslow's Sparrow, Northern Bobwhite, Bobolink, Yellow-breasted Chat, Eastern Meadowlark, Northern Mockingbird, and Eastern Bluebird.
On May 17th , seen at Buck Creek State Park were Ruddy Turnstone; Least, Spotted and Semipalmated Sandpiper; and Dunlin and Caspian Tern.
On May 17th, a Sanderling was observed at Caesar Creek State Park.
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Lark Sparrow - 5/20/07 Photo by Darlene Snuffer
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
June 8, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Common Nighthawk
A Common Nighthawk was seen on June 7th on the overhead wires at the intersection of North Fairfield and Trebein Rds.
Lark Sparrow and Blue Grosbeak continue to be seen at Oakes Quarry Park, which is located on SR 235 just east of the intersection of SR 235 and IR 675.
Bobolinks continue to be seen at Huffman Prairie, which is accessible from WPAFB gate 16A on SR 444.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 15, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Grasshopper Sparrow ● Vesper Sparrow
Observed at John Bryan State Park on June 14th were Pine Warbler, Brown Creeper, Black Vulture, Vesper Sparrow, Horned Lark, and Louisiana Waterthrush.
On June 11th seen at Huffman Prairie were 41 species, including Blue Grosbeak, Bobolink, Ring-necked Pheasant, Willow Flycatcher, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Yellow- throated Vireo, and Grasshopper Sparrow. Huffman Prairie is accessible from WPAFB gate 16A on SR 444.
"Birding News"
**Bird species show sharp declines in U.S.** A new study by the National Audubon Society shows that 20 common American birds, such as whippoorwills and the Rufous hummingbird, have declined by more than half in the past 40 years. "The sound of the meadowlark singing was the sound of summer; now it's not," said author and naturalist Scott Weidensaul, who joined the Audubon Society in announcing the study Thursday. Some bird species experienced more drastic declines, such as the northern bobwhite, whose population declined by 82%, and the Eastern meadowlark, which had a 71% decline. For details, click on Common Birds In Decline.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
June 22, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Eurasian Collared-Dove
On June 19th and on June 20th Eurasian Collared-Dove was seen in Fort Jefferson, which is south of Greeneville on SR 121. The birds have been observed at the intersection of SR 121 and Weaver Station-Ft. Jefferson Rd. The lady living at the southeastern corner of the intersection has a log book for visiting birders to sign.
Seen at Caesar Creek State Park on June 20th were Tennessee Warbler, Orchard Oriole, Pileated Woodpecker, and Eastern Bluebird.
Observed at Kiser Lake State Park on June 18th were Yellow and Hooded Warbler, Cedar Waxwing, Hairy Woodpecker, and many Turkey Vultures.
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"Birding News"
**Bird species show sharp declines in U.S.**
A new study by the National Audubon Society shows that 20 common American birds, such as whippoorwills and the Rufous hummingbird, have declined by more than half in the past 40 years. "The sound of the meadowlark singing was the sound of summer; now it's not," said author and naturalist Scott Weidensaul, who joined the Audubon Society in announcing the study Thursday. Some bird species experienced more drastic declines, such as the northern bobwhite, whose population declined by 82%, and the Eastern meadowlark, which had a 71% decline. For details, click on Common Birds In Decline.
** City birds sing for silent nights ** Robins in urban areas sing at night because it is too noisy during the day, a study suggests. For details click on http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/2/hi/science/nature/6591649.stm
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 5, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Eurasian Collared-Dove
Eurasian Collared-dove which has been previously seen in Fort Jefferson was observed on June 29th at the nearby town of West Chester located in Preble County.
On July 5th Cliff Swallows were observed under the southbound IR 75 bridge into downtown Dayton from the north side of the river.
On July 4th seen at Englewood MetroPark were Chimney Swift, Cedar Waxwing, Indigo Bunting, Common Yellowthroat, Eastern Towhee, Eastern Kingbird, Summer Tanager, and Yellow-billed Cuckoo.
On July 2nd, 39 species were observed at Huffman Prairie, including Bobolink, Grasshopper Sparrow, Orchard Oriole, Eastern Meadowlark, Blue Grosbeak, Willow Flycatcher, and Rose-breasted Grosbeak.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
July 19, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlight of this report is:
● Lesser Black-backed Gull and other shore birds
On July 17th seen at Englewood MetroPark were Short-billed Dowitcher, Solitary, Pectoral, Spotted, Least and Semi-palmated Sandpiper; numerous Killdeer, and Great Blue Heron.
Eurasian Collared-Dove was seen July 16th in West Chester (which is located in Preble County) and in Celina behind the Wendy's and on the utility wires alongside Warren Rd near the intersection with Cherry Rd.
Observed at Buck Creek State Park on July 15th were Spotted, Least and Western Sandpiper; Forster's Tern, and Lesser Black-backed Gull.
Blue Grosbeak continue to be reported throughout the area in locations such as Spring Valley Wildlife Area, Englewood MetroPark north park and Oakes Quarry Park, as well as locations in Shelby and Logan counties.
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"Birding News"
**Bird species show sharp declines in U.S.**
A new study by the National Audubon Society shows that 20 common American birds, such as whippoorwills and the Rufous hummingbird, have declined by more than half in the past 40 years. "The sound of the meadowlark singing was the sound of summer; now it's not," said author and naturalist Scott Weidensaul, who joined the Audubon Society in announcing the study Thursday. Some bird species experienced more drastic declines, such as the northern bobwhite, whose population declined by 82%, and the Eastern meadowlark, which had a 71% decline. For details, click on Common Birds In Decline.
** City birds sing for silent nights ** Robins in urban areas sing at night because it is too noisy during the day, a study suggests. For details click on http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/2/hi/science/nature/6591649.stm
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 31, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Orange-crowned Warbler
● Sedge Wren
● Black Tern
On July 29th seen at Englewood MetroPark were Orange-crowned Warbler, Blue- winged Warbler, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Indigo Bunting, Common Yellowthroat, Chipping Sparrow, and many Blue-gray Gnatcatchers.
Observed at Killdeer Plains on July 28th were Bald Eagle, Wilson's Snipe, Sedge Wren, and Bobolink.
At Buck Creek State Park on July 27th, seen were Black, Forster's and Caspian Tern, and Bonaparte's Gull.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 18, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Shorebirds
On August 18th seen at Englewood MetroPark were Baird's, Pectoral, Solitary, Least, and Spotted Sandpiper; Lesser Yellowlegs, Killdeer, Blue-winged Teal, large numbers of Chimney Swifts and Barn Swallows, as well as Cliff Swallow. The north Park had Green Heron, Great Egret, and Spotted Sandpiper.
Observed at Killdeer Plains on August 16th were Lesser and Greater Yellowlegs; Short-billed Dowitcher, Stilt, Spotted, and Solitary Sandpiper; Great Egret; Great Blue and Green Heron, and a number of Bald Eagles.
"Birding News"
**Congratulations** Congratulations and Best Wishes to Ralph Dennler, the Compiler and Voice of The DAS Rare Bird Alert. Ralph was inducted into the Dayton Theater Hall of Fame on August 12, 2007.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
August 20, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Olive-sided Flycatcher
● Osprey
● Sedge Wren
On August 19th seen at Englewood MetroPark north park were Osprey, Green Heron, Eastern Kingbird; and Field and Song Sparrow. A Barred Owl was seen at the main park.
Observed at Grant Park on August 19 was an Olive-sided Flycatcher.
From the 16th to the 18th a Sedge Wren was seen at Possum Creek MetroPark.
Many Green Herons were observed at Carriage Hill MetroPark on August 18th.
On August 17th a Great Egret was observed at Huffman MetroPark.
A Least Tern was seen at the north end of Acton Lake at Hueston Woods State Park on August 19th.
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"Birding News"
**Congratulations**
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Ralph Dennler, the Compiler and Voice of The DAS Rare Bird Alert. Ralph was inducted into the Dayton Theater Hall of Fame on August 12, 2007.
**Bird species show sharp declines in U.S.** A new study by the National Audubon Society shows that 20 common American birds, such as whippoorwills and the Rufous hummingbird, have declined by more than half in the past 40 years. "The sound of the meadowlark singing was the sound of summer; now it's not," said author and naturalist Scott Weidensaul, who joined the Audubon Society in announcing the study Thursday. Some bird species experienced more drastic declines, such as the northern bobwhite, whose population declined by 82%, and the Eastern meadowlark, which had a 71% decline. For details, click on Common Birds In Decline.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 28, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Red-shouldered and Broad-winged Hawk
On August 28th seen at Englewood MetroPark were Great Egret, Double-crested Cormorant, Chimney Swift, Field Sparrow and Blue-grey Gnatcatcher.
Observed at the same location on the 26th were Least, Stilt and Spotted Sandpiper; Greater and Lesser Yellowlegs, while at the north park seen were Osprey; Broad- winged, Red-shouldered, Red-tailed, and Cooper's Hawk.
Great Egret and Blue Grosbeak were seen at Englewood MetroPark north park on August 24th.
Observed near UD on August 23rd was a Broad-winged Hawk.
On August 23rd and 24th numbers of Common Nighthawks were seen throughout the area as their migration commences.
"Birding News"
**Congratulations**
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Ralph Dennler, the Compiler and Voice of The DAS Rare Bird Alert. Ralph was inducted into the Dayton Theater Hall of Fame on August 12, 2007.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
September 1, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Migrating Warblers
● Shorebirds
On September 1st seen at Englewood MetroPark were 23 species, including Stilt, Solitary, Spotted, Pectoral and Least Sandpiper; Blue and Green-winged Teal; and Osprey, as well as unidentified "peeps". Observed at the same location on August 31 were Caspian Tern, Great Egret, and Stilt Sandpiper.
On September 1st observed at John Bryan State Park were American Redstart; Black- and-white, Blue-winged, Nashville, Blackburnian, Magnolia, Chestnut-sided, Blackpoll, Pine and Canada Warbler; Great Crested Flycatcher, Scarlet Tanager, and Red-breasted and White-breasted Nuthatch.
Seen on August 31 at a farm in Clinton County were Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, Tennessee Warbler, and Swainson's Thrush. A Red-breasted Nuthatch was observed in the same area.
Observed on August 30 at Englewood MetroPark were Black-throated Green and Golden-winged Warbler. One day previously, Black-and white Warbler and American Redstart were seen.
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"Birding News" "Birding News"
**Bird species show sharp declines in U.S.** A new study by the National Audubon Society shows that 20 common American birds, such as whippoorwills and the Rufous hummingbird, have declined by more than half in the past 40 years. "The sound of the meadowlark singing was the sound of summer; now it's not," said author and naturalist Scott Weidensaul, who joined the Audubon Society in announcing the study Thursday. Some bird species experienced more drastic declines, such as the northern bobwhite, whose population declined by 82%, and the Eastern meadowlark, which had a 71% decline. For details, click on Common Birds In Decline.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 12, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler The highlights of this report are:
● Leucistic Turkey Vulture
● Red-breasted Nuthatch
● Black Tern and Common Tern
Seen on September 10th and the prior week at John Bryan State Park was a leucistic Turkey Vulture in a blondish coloration. The bird is being seen in a dead tree roost near the outhouse located next to the parking lot at the end of park road #2, which is the main road from the entrance.
On September 12th, observed at Englewood MetroPark were Palm, Black-and-white, Magnolia, and Yellow-rumped Warbler; Northern Parula, Common Yellowthroat, Catbird, Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, Cedar Waxwing, Hairy and Pileated Woodpecker, Great Egret, and Eastern Wood-Pewee.
On September 12th, Red-breasted Nuthatches were seen at several residential feeders.
On September 9th, 50 Forster's and 2 Caspian Tern were seen at Englewood MetroPark north park.
On September 9th, Common and Black Tern were seen at Buck Creek State Park, while Osprey and Bald Eagle were seen at Caesar Creek State Park.
Observed on September 8th were Common Nighthawks throughout the area.
Seen on September 6th at Carriage Hill MetroPark was a very early Dark-eyed Junco. Wild Turkeys were seen on the bicycle trail at Taylorsville MetroPark on August 30th.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
September 25, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Continuing Warbler Migration
● Broad-winged Hawk
Observed on September 25th at Englewood MetroPark were Chimney Swift, Great Egret, Wood Duck, and Double-crested Cormorant.
Seen at Englewood MetroPark on the 23rd was Scarlet Tanager; on the 22nd, Barred Owl; on the 16th, Brown Thrasher; and on the 15th, Red-eyed Vireo and Bald Eagle.
Red-breasted Nuthatch, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, and Carolina and House Wren continue to be seen throughout the area.
Seen from September 17th through 24th were Prothonotary, Palm, Magnolia, Nashville, Black-throated Green, Wilson's, Black-throated Blue, Yellow-rumped, Blackpoll, Black-and-white, Canada, and Chestnut-sided Warbler; Northern Parula, and Common Yellowthroat.
Broad-winged and Cooper's Hawk have been seen at Englewood MetroPark from the 15th through the 25th.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
October 4, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Red Phalarope
● White Pelican
● White-throated Sparrow
● Ruby-crowned Kinglet
A Red Phalarope has been seen for several days, including today, at the north end of the beach at Buck Creek State Park.
Observed on October 4th at Possum Creek MetroPark were Great Crested Flycatcher, Pied-billed Grebe, Spotted Sandpiper, Yellow-rumped Warbler, and Song and Field Sparrow.
Seen at Grand Lake St. Marys on October 3rd were White Pelican, 2 adult and 5 or 6 immature Bald Eagles, Osprey, and Willet.
Seen October 3rd at Englewood MetroPark were White-throated Sparrow, Magnolia Warbler, and Rose-breasted Grosbeak.
Observed at Englewood MetroPark on October 2nd were Philadelphia Vireo, Field Sparrow, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Swainson's Thrush, Pileated Woodpecker, and many Red-winged Blackbirds.
On October 2nd, twenty Wild Turkeys were observed on Horseshoe Bend Rd. near the Brukner Nature Center.
Seen at Huffman Prairie on October 2nd were 43 species, including Savannah
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Sparrow, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, and Sedge Wren.
The Audubon Field Trip participants at Englewood MetroPark on September 29th saw Nashville, Chestnut-sided, Blackpoll, and Magnolia Warbler; Northern Parula, Ruby- crowned Kinglet, Brown Thrasher, Eastern Towhee, Swainson's Thrush, and many Catbirds.
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 22, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Immature Goshawk
● Glossy Ibis
A juvenile Goshawk has been seen for the last four days at Caesar Creek State Park on the road leading to the beach.
Observed on October 21st at Englewood MetroPark were Bald Eagle, Green- and Blue- winged Teal, and Double-crested Cormorant. At the North Park seen were Yellow- rumped Warbler, Rough-winged and Tree Swallow, Least Sandpiper, Killdeer, and Pied-billed Grebe.
Seen on the 19th at Englewood MetroPark were Double-crested Cormorant, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Blue- and Green-winged Teal, Wood Duck, Mallard, Canada Goose, Cedar Waxwing, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, and Killdeer. An Eastern Meadowlark was seen at the North Park.
A Glossy Ibis was observed at Spring Valley wildlife Area on October 14th.
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November 7, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler The highlights of this report are:
● Golden Eagle
● American Pipit
● Common Loon
● Horned Grebe
Observed on November 4th at Metzger and Ferguson Reservoirs in Lima were more than 500 Ruddy Ducks, Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Common Merganser, Horned and Pied-billed Grebe, Double-crested Cormorant, as well as Bonaparte's, Herring, and Ring-billed Gull.
On November 4th, Tundra Swan was seen at the Bresler Reservoir near Lima.
On November 4th, 20 or so American Pipits were observed in a field a few miles southeast of Van Wert.
On November 4th, Carolina Wren and Fox, White-throated, and Song Sparrow were observed at Englewood MetroPark.
Seen on November 3rd at Possum Creek MetroPark was American Woodcock.
At Buck Creek State Park, seen on November 1st were American Coot and Herring Gull, while Mute Swan, Pied-billed Grebe, Ruddy Duck, Northern Shoveler, and American Coot were seen at Reed Park.
On October 31st, seen at Englewood MetroPark were Brown Creeper, Northern Shoveler, and Yellow-rumped Warbler. A juvenile Golden Eagle was seen at Buck Creek State Park near the visitor center on October 30th.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
November 16, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
AS OF NOVEMBER 14, THE DAS MEETING/PROGRAM SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT WEGERZYN GARDEN CENTER HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
The highlights of this report are:
● Sandhill Cranes
Observed on November 15th and prior days near Lightner Rd. were Northern Harrier, Screech Owl, Eastern Phoebe, and Eastern Bluebird.
On November 15th Hooded Merganser and Bufflehead were seen at Englewood MetroPark.
Sandhill Cranes were observed flying over the Sugarcreek Reserve area on November 14th.
Common Merganser, Wood Duck, Pied-bill Grebe, Great Blue Heron, and Green- winged Teal were observed at Englewood MetroPark on November 13th.
Osprey continue to be seen in the area.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
November 30, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Fox Sparrow
● Short-eared Owl
● Sandhill Cranes
Observed November 30 at Englewood MetroPark was Purple Finch. Over the last week Fox Sparrows have been seen in the ragweeds along the river.
Seen November 30 flying over Englewood MetroPark and Twin Towers Park in Greene County were 150 or more Sandhill Cranes.
At Brukner Nature Center, Pine Siskin was observed November 30.
Seen November 30 at Germantown MetroPark was Northern Harrier.
Observed at Eastwood MetroPark on November 28th were Short-eared Owl, Bufflehead, Horned Grebe, and Savannah Sparrow.
A Great Horned Owl and a Short-eared Owl were seen near the Visitors Center at Caesar Creek Lake on November 27th .
On November 25th 40 Wild Turkey, Northern Bobwhite, Sandhill Crane and Kestrel were seen near New Paris.
Observed at Woodland Cemetery on November 24th were Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Red-breasted Nuthatch, and Merlin.
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Subject: Caesar Creek Spring Valley Christmas Bird Count Greetings everyone, Mark your calendars! The 3nd annual Caesar Creek / Spring Valley Christmas Bird Count is upon us again. We have set the date as Friday, December 14, 2007. Please note that this is a change from our first two years when we scheduled the count on Thursday. We have again selected a weekday to avoid counting during the duck hunting season, sorry to those of you who can't get off work. For early risers we will look and listen for owls at 6 a.m. We will regroup at the Visitor Center at 8:30 a.m. break into teams and search for waterfowl and songbirds. At 1 p.m. we will meet at the Visitor Center for a hot lunch (free) sponsored by the Friends of Caesar Creek. For more information call 513-897-1050. Please reply to this e-mail if you'd like to participate (also let me know if you'd be willing to lead a group of birders). I would like to request that those returning for another year of the count continue to cover the areas they have covered in previous years. Of course, if you have a preference for a location or a team just let me know. Thanks.
Jim O'Boyle, Park Ranger USACE - Caesar Creek Lake 4020 North Clarksville Road Waynesville, Ohio 45068 ph/ 513-897-1050 fax/ 513-897-1345 e-mail: James.F.O'[email protected] WEB site: www.lrl.usace.army.mil/ccl
To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
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 19, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Bald Eagle
● Winter Wren
● Lapland Longspur
● Horned Lark
Seen at Englewood MetroPark on December 19th were immature Bald Eagle and Winter Wren.
Observed December 18th at Brukner Nature Center was Purple Finch, while Horned Lark were seen on Horseshoe Bend Rd., and Canvasback and Redhead were seen at Kiser Lake.
Seen on December 17th on the edge of Western Darke County roads were Lapland Longspur, Horned Lark, and Snow Buntings.
On December 17th, seen at Caesar Creek lake from the Furnas Rd. boat ramp were Red-necked and Horned Grebe, Common Loon, Common Goldeneye, Black Duck, and Bufflehead.
Seen on December 16th in the large corn field east of the Spring Valley Wildlife Area was a large flock ( 300 or so) of Lapland Longspur and Horned Lark.
Observed at Caesar Creek on December 15th were White-winged and Surf Scoter, and Red-necked and Horned Grebe.
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Dayton Audubon Society Southwestern Ohio (Dayton) Rare Bird Alert
December 27, 2007
Compiled by Ralph Dennler
The highlights of this report are:
● Hermit Thrush
● Peregrine Falcon
● Double-crested Cormorant
● Christmas Bird Count
Seen at Aullwood Audubon Center on December 26th were Hermit Thrush, Belted Kingfisher, Carolina Wren, Eastern Towhee, and Red-bellied and Downy Woodpecker.
Double-crested Cormorant, Common Loon, and Bonaparte's and Ring-billed Gull were seen at Caesar Creek Lake on December 25th.
On December 25th, Peregrine Falcon was observed in downtown Dayton. Seen on the Great Miami River within the city were Hooded Merganser, Pied-billed Grebe, Lesser Scaup, and Black Duck. Seen at Eastwood Lake were Ruddy Duck, Lesser Scaup, Common Goldeneye, and American Coot.
Observed on December 25th at Englewood MetroPark were innumerable Canada Geese and Mallards.
Seen on December 22nd at Englewood MetroPark were American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal, Black Duck, Great Blue Heron, and Ring-billed Gull.
Seen on December 21st at Dayton International airport were flights of Sandhill Cranes, while Hermit Thrush and Belted Kingfisher were seen at Englewood MetroPark.
Dayton Audubon's annual Christmas Bird Count will be held on Sunday, December 30th. All are welcome. Consult the details in The Yellow Warbler.
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