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9 Feb 2/9/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP (continues) [Roberto Torres ] 9 Feb 2/9/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP (continues) [Roberto Torres ] 9 Feb 2/9/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 8 Feb 2/8/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues, map attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 8 Feb 2/8/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County, FL Keys (continues, map attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 8 Feb 2/8/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 8 Feb 2/7/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, images attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 7 Feb 2/7/12--Glaucous Gull, Iceland Gull, Duval County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 7 Feb 2/7/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues, map attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 7 Feb 2/6/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, images attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 6 Feb 2/6/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 6 Feb 2/6/12--Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County (continues, images attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 6 Feb 2/6/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues, map attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 6 Feb 2/5/12--Iceland Gull, Duval County [Margie Wilkinson ] 5 Feb 2/5/12--Vermilion Flycatcher, Orange County (continues, map attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 5 Feb 2/5/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 5 Feb 2/5/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 5 Feb 2/5/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 4 Feb 2/4/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 4 Feb 2/4/12--Ash-throated and Vermilion Flycatchers, sw Miami-Dade County (continue) [Margie Wilkinson ] 4 Feb 2/4/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 4 Feb 2/4/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 4 Feb 2/4/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 4 Feb 2/3/12--Vermilion Flycatcher, Orange County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 4 Feb 2/3/12--Glaucous Gull, Brevard County [Lyn Atherton ] 4 Feb 2/3/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 4 Feb 2/3/12--Say's Phoebe, Lake County [Margie Wilkinson ] 4 Feb 2/3/12--Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County (continues, images attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 3 Feb 2/3/12--Ash-throated and Vermilion flycatchers, sw Miami-Dade County (continue, image included) [Lyn Atherton ] 3 Feb 2/3/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 3 Feb 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP (directions update) [Margie Wilkinson ] 3 Feb 1/23/2012--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (late report) [Lyn Atherton ] 3 Feb 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, (update) [Margie Wilkinson ] 3 Feb 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP [Margie Wilkinson ] 3 Feb 2/3/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 2 Feb 2/1/12--Ash-throated Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 2 Feb 2/2/12--Vermilion Flycatcher, Orange County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 2 Feb 2/1/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 2 Feb 2/1/12--Iceland and Glaucous gulls, Volusia County (continue) [Lyn Atherton ] 1 Feb 2/1/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 1 Feb 1/31/12--Vermilion Flycatcher, Orange County [Margie Wilkinson ] 31 Jan 1/31/12--California Gull & Glaucous Gull, Volusia County (continue) [Margie Wilkinson ] 31 Jan 1/31/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 30 Jan 1/30/12--Glaucous Gull, Volusia County [Margie Wilkinson ] 30 Jan 1/29/12--Glaucous Gull, Volusia County (continues, image attached) [Margie Wilkinson ] 30 Jan 1/30/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 30 Jan 1/30/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 30 Jan 1/28/12--Cassin's Kingbird, Hendry County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 30 Jan 1/28/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 30 Jan 1/28/12--Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County (continues, images attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 29 Jan 1/29/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 28 Jan 1/28/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues, images attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 28 Jan 1/28/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, image attached) [Lyn Atherton ] 27 Jan 1/27/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 27 Jan 1/27/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 27 Jan 1/27/12-- California Gull & Glaucous Gull (continues), Volusia County [Roberto Torres ] 26 Jan 1/26/12--Glaucous Gull, Volusia County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 26 Jan 1/26/12--California Gull, Volusia County [Lyn Atherton ] 26 Jan 1/26/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 25 Jan 1/25/12--Glaucous Gull, Volusia County [Lyn Atherton ] 25 Jan 1/25/12--Iceland Gull, Volusia County [Lyn Atherton ] 25 Jan 1/25/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 25 Jan 1/24/12--Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 24 Jan 1/24/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues. images included) [Lyn Atherton ] 24 Jan 1/24/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 24 Jan 1/17/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County, FL Keys (late report) [Lyn Atherton ] 24 Jan 1/23/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 24 Jan 1/23/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, image included) [Lyn Atherton ] 22 Jan 1/22/12--Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 22 Jan 1/22/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, image included--IMPORTANT NOTICE!) [Lyn Atherton ] 22 Jan 1/21/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] 22 Jan 1/22/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County [Lyn Atherton ] 21 Jan 1/21/12--Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 21 Jan 1/21/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Hillsborough County (continues) [Margie Wilkinson ] 20 Jan 1/20/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Hillsborough County (revised directions, images included) [Lyn Atherton ] 20 Jan 1/20/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Hillsborough County (continues) [Lyn Atherton ] Subject: 2/9/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP (continues) From: Roberto Torres <rtorres AT TNC.ORG> Date: Thu, 9 Feb 2012 12:13:05 -0500 2/9/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, Everglades National Park, Flamingo campground. Observer:Gary Davis and others. Directions: Follow the main park road to the Flamingo campground. At the entrance, do not enter the main campground. Follow the road bearing left which leads to the amphitheater. Godwit was seen at 11:45 this morning along the shore south of the entrance to the campground on the near flats. This is west of the amphitheater. Bird is with a flock of Willets and Marbled Godwits and has also been seen on the flats along the islands south of the campground and behind the Flamingo Visitors' Center. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/9/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP (continues) From: Roberto Torres <rtorres AT TNC.ORG> Date: Thu, 9 Feb 2012 12:07:00 -0500 2/9/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, Everglades National Park, Flamingo campground. Observer:Gary Davis and others. Directions: Follow the main park road to the Flamingo campground. At the entrance, do not enter the main campground. Follow the road bearing left which leads to the amphitheater. Godwit was see along the shore south of the entrance to the campground on the near flats. This is west of the amphitheater. Bird is with a flock of Willets and Marbled Godwits and has also been seen on the flats along the islands south of the campground and behind the Flamingo Visitors' Center. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/9/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Thu, 9 Feb 2012 11:09:34 -0500 2/9/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Ron Smith. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged farther down Lost River Trail, across water to the strawberry farm, and other areas around the lake. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/8/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues, map attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Wed, 8 Feb 2012 22:34:30 -0500 2/8/12--possibly as many as four Neotropic Cormorants, Palm Beach County, Wakodahatchee Wetlands. Observers: Ardith Bondi, m. ob. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at Atlantic Avenue (exit 81). Drive east 1.7 miles to Jog Road. Turn left and drive north 1.5 miles to the entrance (no fee, open sunrise to sunset). GPS coordinates where Neotropic was photographed at nest: N26°28.734', W80°08.609'. (DeLORME p. 109) From parking lot, walk out boardwalk and take left at "T" intersection. Continue past line of trees on both sides of boardwalk. Cormorants' nests are in stand of trees out from but closest to left side of boardwalk. Apparently, Neotropics aren't nesting now, but do use trees in same location to rest during day and roost at night. Today, one Neotropic was still present at noon, and moved about from tree to tree for approximately two hours before flying out of area. See photo of Neotropics at . (Google earth map with nest location courtesy of Mark and Holly Salvato.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/8/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County, FL Keys (continues, map attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Wed, 8 Feb 2012 22:25:53 -0500 2/8/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County, Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical SP. Observers: Audrey Whitlock, et al. Directions: from Florida City, take US 1 to CR 905A-Card Sound Road (toll). Drive east to "T" intersection and head south on CR 905. About 1/4 mi before this road joins US 1, watch for stone archway at entrance to botanical park on east side of road. (De LORME p. 123) Apparently, La Sagra's has established territory encompassing mid-point of loop on Nature Trail (designated by * on map) over to area opposite that on first unpaved trail going off to left after entering park and going past circle of paved entrance trail. ("Stay on marked trail" sign at beginning of this trail.) Two short pink ribbons were placed at spot on this trail where La Sagra's was observed. This will be past 3 "Area Closed"barracades (one on left and two on right). La Sagra's has been seen associating with Great Crested Flycatcher. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/8/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Wed, 8 Feb 2012 22:02:53 -0500 2/8/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Dave Goodwin. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged farther down Lost River Trail, across water to the strawberry farm, and other areas around the lake. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/7/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, images attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Wed, 8 Feb 2012 09:39:03 -0500 2/7/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Dave Goodwin. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged farther down Lost River Trail, across water to the strawberry farm, and other areas around the lake. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. Images by Lyn Atherton. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/7/12--Glaucous Gull, Iceland Gull, Duval County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Tue, 7 Feb 2012 19:40:12 -0500 2/7/12-- Iceland Gull, Glaucous Gull, Duval County, Huguenot Memorial Park. Observer: Bob Richter. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58). Gulls were seen sitting on the beach. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/7/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues, map attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Tue, 7 Feb 2012 18:54:08 -0500 2/7/12--possibly as many as four Neotropic Cormorants, Palm Beach County, Wakodahatchee Wetlands. Observers: Ardith Bondi, m. ob. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at Atlantic Avenue (exit 81). Drive east 1.7 miles to Jog Road. Turn left and drive north 1.5 miles to the entrance (no fee, open sunrise to sunset). GPS coordinates where Neotropic was photographed at nest: N26°28.734', W80°08.609'. (DeLORME p. 109) From parking lot, walk out boardwalk and take left at "T" intersection. Continue past line of trees on both sides of boardwalk. Cormorants' nests are in stand of trees out from but closest to left side of boardwalk. Apparently, Neotropics aren't nesting now, but do use trees in same location to rest during day and roost at night. Today, one Neotropic was still present at noon, and moved about from tree to tree for approximately two hours before flying out of area. See photo of Neotropics at . (Google earth map with nest location courtesy of Mark and Holly Salvato.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/6/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, images attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Tue, 7 Feb 2012 09:35:47 -0500 2/6/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Dave Goodwin. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged farther down Lost River Trail, across water to the strawberry farm, and other areas around the lake. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. Images by Lyn Atherton. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/6/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Mon, 6 Feb 2012 23:27:20 -0500 2/6/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County, Bill Baggs Cape Florida SP. Observers: m. ob. Directions: Drive south on I-95 to the end, follow signs for Key Biscayne and "Bill Baggs State Park”. Take Rickenbacker Causeway (toll) ~7 miles to the park (fee). (DeLORME p.g 119) Flycatcher has been seen near the intersection of the nature trail (pond trail) and the bathroom trail, but is "wandering all over the west side" of the park, according to Robin Diaz. Listen for it's "wheet" call. There is also a Great-crested in the area at times associating with the La Sagra's. Please don't approach white gate and private residences just to the east of where Pond Trail and trail to bathroom intersect. Image by Robin Diaz. (La Sagra's is at lower left of image, Great Crested on upper right.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/6/12--Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County (continues, images attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Mon, 6 Feb 2012 23:23:08 -0500 2/6/12--Juvenile Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Robin Diaz. Directions: From US 1 in Coral Gables or from southbound I-95, take Rickenbacker Causeway (toll) to Key Biscayne, and continue to the park (~7 miles). (DeLORME p. 119) Enter the park (fee) and continue to the end of the parking area (D) near lighthouse, with lighthouse to south. Great Cormorant has been perching on rock jetty just behind lighthouse, but at times viewers may need to go to beach side or climb the lighthouse for viewing from proper angle. Possibly out feeding early in the am, but returns by late morning. Images by Liz Golden, Trey Mitchell, and Robin Diaz, respectively. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/6/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues, map attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Mon, 6 Feb 2012 21:12:11 -0500 2/6/12--possibly as many as four Neotropic Cormorants, Palm Beach County, Wakodahatchee Wetlands. Observers: Ardith Bondi, m. ob. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at Atlantic Avenue (exit 81). Drive east 1.7 miles to Jog Road. Turn left and drive north 1.5 miles to the entrance (no fee, open sunrise to sunset). GPS coordinates where Neotropic was photographed at nest: N26°28.734', W80°08.609'. (DeLORME p. 109) From parking lot, walk out boardwalk and take left at "T" intersection. Continue past line of trees on both sides of boardwalk. Cormorants' nests are in trees on island out from left side of boardwalk. Neotropic nest is at 9 o'clock in tree on right end of island. Today's reports indicated that all Neotropics had left area by 10 a.m., but apparently they do come in to nest area to roost later in day. See photo of Neotropics at . (Google earth map with nest location courtesy of Mark and Holly Salvato.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/5/12--Iceland Gull, Duval County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Mon, 6 Feb 2012 13:36:12 -0500 2/5/12--Iceland Gull, Duval County, Huguenot Memorial Park. Observer: Michael Brothers et al. Directions: Huguenot Memorial Park is located off of Heckscher Dr. (Rt.105/A1A), just south of Little Talbot Island (DeLORME pg. 58). Gull was seen sitting on the beach. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/5/12--Vermilion Flycatcher, Orange County (continues, map attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sun, 5 Feb 2012 20:21:37 -0500 2/5/12--two Vermilion Flycatchers, Orange County, Orlando Wetlands Park. Observers: Reinhard Geisler, Sue Wetmore, Nancy Price et al. Directons: Take S.R. 50 to Christmas, Florida. Turn north onto 420, Ft. Christmas Rd and travel 2.3 miles, then turn east (right) onto Wheeler Road and travel 1.5 miles, 25155 Wheeler Road. (De LORME p.81) See attached map for latest location of each Vermilion. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/5/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sun, 5 Feb 2012 20:03:01 -0500 2/5/12--at least one adult Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County, Wakodahatchee Wetlands. Observers: Ardith Bondi, m. ob. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at Atlantic Avenue (exit 81). Drive east 1.7 miles to Jog Road. Turn left and drive north 1.5 miles to the entrance (no fee, open sunrise to sunset). GPS coordinates where Neotropic was photographed at nest: N26°28.734', W80°08.609'. (DeLORME p. 109) Walk boardwalk and look for Neotropic at nest with nestling. ID of other parent is uncertain at this time. Neotropic could be out acquiring food for nestling, so waiting at nest may be required to see it. Double-crested Cormorants are also nesting nearby. See photo of Neotropic and nestling at . (Photograph was taken by Ardith Bondi.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/5/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 5 Feb 2012 16:48:06 -0500 2/5/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/5/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 5 Feb 2012 10:52:08 -0500 2/5/12--Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor, Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/4/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 22:46:25 -0500 2/4/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County, Wakodahatchee Wetlands. Observer: Ardith Bondi et al. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at Atlantic Avenue (exit 81). Drive east 1.7 miles to Jog Road. Turn left and drive north 1.5 miles to the entrance (no fee, open sunrise to sunset). GPS coordinates where Neotropic was photographed: N26°28.734', W80°08.609'. (DeLORME p. 109) Walk boardwalk and look for Neotropic on nest with nestling--possibly pure Neotropic rather than hybrid of Neotropic x Double-crested, as originally thought. See photo of Neotropic and nestling at . (Photograph was taken on 1/23/12 by Ardith Bondi.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/4/12--Ash-throated and Vermilion Flycatchers, sw Miami-Dade County (continue) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 20:49:48 -0500 2/4/12--Ash-throated and Vermilion flycatchers, Miami-Dade County, before Everglades NP entrance. Observers: m. ob. Directions: from intersection of FL Turnpike and US 1 in Florida City, turn right on Palm Dr (SW 344 St). Drive west 1.6 mi. Turn left on SW 192 Ave and continue south 2 mi. Turn right on 376th St (SR 9336/Ingraham Hwy). Drive west 4.5 mi to Aerojet Rd (SW 232 Ave). (De LORME p. 122) Ash-throated observed today at intersection of Ingram Hwy and Aerojet. Vermilion was at water structure at Canal C111. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/4/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 20:27:05 -0500 2/4/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, Everglades National Park, Flamingo campground. Observer:Michael O:Brien, m.ob. Reporter: Tony and Phyllis Frank. Directions: Follow the main park road to the Flamingo campground. At the entrance, do not enter the main campground. Follow the road bearing left which leads to the amphitheater. Check along the shore near the amphitheater. This was also the location of the godwit seen two years ago. Bird is with a flock of Willets and Marbled Godwits and was also seen today behind the Flamingo Visitors' Center. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/4/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 19:31:26 -0500 2/4/12--Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor, Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/4/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 16:53:14 -0500 2/4/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Vermilion Flycatcher, Orange County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 09:00:17 -0500 2/3/12--two Vermilion Flycatchers, Orange County, Orlando Wetlands Park. Observers: Reinhard Geisler et al. Directons: Take S.R. 50 to Christmas, Florida. Turn north onto 420, Ft. Christmas Rd and travel 2.3 miles, then turn east (right) onto Wheeler Road and travel 1.5 miles, 25155 Wheeler Road. (De LORME p.81) Bird 1 in small cypress trees northwest corner of Cell 17, looking south. Bird 2 approx. 200 yards east of Bird 1. Look south from middle of north side berm of Cell 17. Maps available at entrance or online at . ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Glaucous Gull, Brevard County From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 08:55:31 -0500 2/3/12--1st cycle Glaucous Gull, Brevard County, Cocoa Beach, Port Canaveral, Jetty Park. Observer: Mitchell Harris. Directions: fromI-95west of Cocoa, go east on either CR 528 or CR 524 to 528/1A (Beachline Expressway/Bennett Causeway). Continue on this route over Indian and Banana rivers to port. Exit GeorgeJ. King Blvd. Follow this road east to park(fee). (DeLORME p.g 88) Go to beach and scan flocks of gulls on beach and water. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 08:40:35 -0500 2/3/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Say's Phoebe, Lake County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 08:33:17 -0500 2/3/12--Say's Phoebe, Lake County, Ranch Road, northwest Lake Apopka. Observers: m. ob. Directions: from US 441 in Zellwood, turn west on CR 448 (Jones Rd), then south (left) on SR 448A, then east on SR 48. Continue several miles and turn south onto Ranch Rd. [from US 27 north of Clermont, take CR 561 to Astatula, turn east on SR 48. Drive about one mile and turn south onto Ranch Road.] (DeLORME p. 79) Go .6 mi and look for large pole barn on west side of road. Say's seems to prefer pasture across road (east side), but, if not found there, check pastures and fences on west side, as it has been found on this side of road, too. Pastures are private, but can be scanned easily from Ranch Rd. This is undoubtedly same Say's Phoebe as one that has spent previous four winters at this location. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County (continues, images attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 00:22:34 -0500 2/3/12--Juvenile Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Robin Diaz. Directions: From US 1 in Coral Gables or from southbound I-95, take Rickenbacker Causeway (toll) to Key Biscayne, and continue to the park (~7 miles). (DeLORME p. 119) Enter the park (fee) and continue to the end of the parking area (D) near lighthouse, with lighthouse to south. Great Cormorant has been perching on rock jetty just behind lighthouse, but at times viewers may need to go to beach side or climb the lighthouse for viewing from proper angle. Possibly out feeding early in the am, but returns by late morning. Images by Liz Golden, Trey Mitchell, and Robin Diaz, respectively. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Ash-throated and Vermilion flycatchers, sw Miami-Dade County (continue, image included) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 22:52:09 -0500 2/3/12--Ash-throated and Vermilion flycatchers, Miami-Dade County, before Everglades NP entrance. Observers: m. ob. Directions: from intersection of FL Turnpike and US 1 in Florida City, turn right on Palm Dr (SW 344 St). Drive west 1.6 mi. Turn left on SW 192 Ave and continue south 2 mi. Turn right on 376th St (SR 9336/Ingraham Hwy). Drive west 4.5 mi to Aerojet Rd (SW 232 Ave). (De LORME p. 122) Today both the Ash-throated and one Vermilion were observed at SE corner of Aerojet and SR 9336, behind fence. Another Vermilion was observed in area of C-111 Canal, about 1 mile before entrance to ENP. Image of Ash-throated by Robin Diaz. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 22:31:03 -0500 2/3/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County, Bill Baggs Cape Florida SP. Observers: m. ob. Directions: Drive south on I-95 to the end, follow signs for Key Biscayne and "Bill Baggs State Park”. Take Rickenbacker Causeway (toll) ~7 miles to the park (fee). (DeLORME p.g 119) Flycatcher has been seen near the intersection of the nature trail (pond trail) and the bathroom trail, but is "wandering all over the west side" of the park, according to Robin Diaz. Listen for it's "wheet" call. There is also a Great-crested in the area at times associating with the La Sagra's. Please don't approach white gate and private residences just to the east of where Pond Trail and trail to bathroom intersect. Image by Robin Diaz. (La Sagra's is at lower left of image, Great Crested on upper right.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP (directions update) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 22:17:26 -0500 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, Everglades National Park, Flamingo campground. Observer: Michael O'Brien. Directions: (Brian Rapoza) Follow the main park road to the Flamingo campground. At the entrance, do not enter the main campground. Follow the road bearing left which leads to the amphitheater. Check along the shore near the amphitheater. This was also the location of the godwit seen two years ago. Bird is with a flock of Willets and Marbled Godwits and may possibly be seen feeding behind the visitors' center at low tide. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/23/2012--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County (late report) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 22:01:16 -0500 1/23/12--Neotropic Cormorant, Palm Beach County, Wakodahatchee Wetlands. Observer: Ardith Bondi. Reporter: Steve Walter. Directions: From Florida's Turnpike, exit at Atlantic Avenue (exit 81). Drive east 1.7 miles to Jog Road. Turn left and drive north 1.5 miles to the entrance (no fee, open sunrise to sunset). GPS coordinates where Neotropic was photographed: N26°28.734', W80°08.609'. (DeLORME p. 109) Walk boardwalk and look for Neotropic nesting with Double-crested Cormorant. See photo of nesting pair (Neotropic in foreground) at . ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, (update) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 19:31:01 -0500 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, Everglades National Park, Flamingo campground. Precise directions to follow, Previously mentioned Flamingo Rd. is for park staff and is off-limits to the public. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, ENP From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:05:20 -0500 2/3/12--Bar-tailed Godwit, Monroe County, Everglades National Park, Flamingo campground. Observer: Michael O'Brien. Reporter: Jason Guerard. Directions: From the Homestead entrance to ENP, follow the main road to Flamingo Rd.which is just before reaching the main portion of Flamingo that includes the marina and ranger's station. Godwit was in smaller side campground, seen at high tide.with Willets and Marbled Godwits. May be same flock as feeds behind Flamingo Visitors Center at low tide. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/3/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 13:20:04 -0500 2/3/12--Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor, Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/1/12--Ash-throated Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Thu, 2 Feb 2012 18:30:47 -0500 2/1/12--Ash-throated Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County, before Everglades NP entrance. Observers: m. ob. Directions: from intersection of FL Turnpike and US 1 in Florida City, turn right on Palm Dr (SW 344 St). Drive west 1.6 mi. Turn left on SW 192 Ave and continue south 2 mi. Turn right on 376th St (SR 9336/Ingraham Hwy). Drive west 4.5 mi to Aerojet Rd (SW 232 Ave). (De LORME p. 122) Ash-throated is being seen in small trees on north side of SR 9336 and in small hammock across fence on south side of road, east of Aerojet Rd. Latest report Ash-throated was halfway between Ingraham Hwy and Lucky Hammock (first hammock on west side of Aerojet Rd). Image by Robin Diaz. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/2/12--Vermilion Flycatcher, Orange County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Thu, 2 Feb 2012 14:58:17 -0500 2/2/12--two Vermilion Flycatchers, Orange County, Orlando Wetlands Park. Observers: Reinhard Geisler, Sue Wetmore. Directons: Take S.R. 50 to Christmas, Florida. Turn north onto 420, Ft. Christmas Rd and travel 2.3 miles, then turn east (right) onto Wheeler Road and travel 1.5 miles, 25155 Wheeler Road. (De LORME p.81) Bird 1 in small cypress trees northwest corner of Cell 17, looking south. Bird 2 approx. 200 yards east of Bird 1. Look south from middle of north side berm of Cell 17. Maps available at entrance or online at . ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/1/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Thu, 2 Feb 2012 14:44:20 -0500 2/1/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County, Bill Baggs Cape Florida SP. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Robin Diaz. Directions: Drive south on I-95 to the end, follow signs for Key Biscayne and "Bill Baggs State Park”. Take Rickenbacker Causeway (toll) ~7 miles to the park (fee). (DeLORME p.g 119) Flycatcher has been seen near the intersection of the nature trail (pond trail) and the bathroom trail, but is "wandering all over the west side" of the park, according to Robin Diaz. Listen for it's "wheet" call. There is also a Great-crested in the area at times associating with the La Sagra's. Please don't approach white gate and private residences just to the east of where Pond Trail and trail to bathroom intersect. Image by Robin Diaz. (La Sagra's is at lower left of image, Great Crested on upper right.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/1/12--Iceland and Glaucous gulls, Volusia County (continue) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Thu, 2 Feb 2012 10:39:39 -0500 2/1/12--1st cycle Iceland and 1st cycle Glaucous gulls, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observers: Michael Brothers, m. ob. Directions: From I-95 in Volusia County, take Port Orange exit (#256) and head east on Dunlawton Avenue (CR 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn left (north) and go to Frank Rendon Park, on Atlantic Ocean side in Daytona Beach Shores. (De LORME p. 75) Walk down to the beach, and look for large flocks of gulls, which begin arriving each afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. Apparently, two Iceland and two Glaucous gulls are being seen in this general area. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 2/1/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Wed, 1 Feb 2012 13:21:58 -0500 2/1/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/31/12--Vermilion Flycatcher, Orange County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Wed, 1 Feb 2012 08:29:02 -0500 1/31/12--Two male Vermilion Flycatchers. east Orange County, Orlando Wetlands Park. Observers/reporters: Mark Sees, Reinhard Geisler. Directions: From Orlando: Take S.R. 50 to Christmas, Florida. Turn north (Left) onto 420, Ft. Christmas Rd and travel 2.3 miles, then turn East (Right) onto Wheeler Road and travel 1.5 miles. The address is 25155 Wheeler Road, Christmas, Florida, Bird #1 can be seen in the small cypress trees from the northwest corner of Cell 17 looking south. Bird #2 is approx. 200 yards east of the first one. Look south from the middle of the north side berm of Cell 17. Scope recommended. Maps are available at the entrance or online at http://www.orlandowetlands.org/trailmap.php?submenuheader=2. The walk to the area is about one mile.Volunteers will be at the park Saturday providing tours (tram or trailer) 9 am to 4 pm. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/31/12--California Gull & Glaucous Gull, Volusia County (continue) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:40:00 -0500 1/31/12--Adult California Gull and a first cycle Glaucous Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: Michael Brothers. Directions: From I-95 in Volusia County, take Port Orange exit (#256) and head east on Dunlawton Avenue (CR 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn left (north) and go to Frank Rendon Park, on Atlantic Ocean side in Daytona Beach Shores. (De LORME p. 75) Walk down to the beach, and look for large flocks of gulls, which begin arriving each afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/31/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:32:09 -0500 1/31/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/30/12--Glaucous Gull, Volusia County From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:08:06 -0500 1/30/12-1st cycle Glaucous Gull, Volusia County, Ponce Inlet. Observer: Michael Brothers. Directions: Take U.S. 95 to Port Orange exit (#256). Head east on Dunlawton Ave. (Rt.421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn right (south) and go to end, into Ponce Inlet SP (fee). (DeLORME p. 75). Gull was seen on Disappearing Island. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/29/12--Glaucous Gull, Volusia County (continues, image attached) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:41:54 -0500 1/29/12--first cycle Glaucous Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observers: Michael Brothers, m. ob. Directions: From I-95 in Volusia County, take Port Orange exit (#256) and head east on Dunlawton Avenue (CR 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn left (north) and go to Frank Rendon Park, on Atlantic Ocean side in Daytona Beach Shores. (De LORME p. 75) Walk down to the beach, and look for large flocks of gulls, which begin arriving each afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/30/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:00:29 -0500 1/30/12--Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor, Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/30/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:58:15 -0500 1/30/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. . Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/28/12--Cassin's Kingbird, Hendry County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:03:42 -0500 1/28/12--Cassin's Kingbird, Hendry County. Observers: m. ob. Directions: >From I-75/Alligator Alley, go north on CR 833 (Government Rd) in Broward Co., to CR 835. Head East on Cr 835 for approx 3 mi to where road turns north. Continue north to driveway on east side of road which has sign with red numbering "26882." From Clewiston, take CR 835 south to same area. Coordinates: Lat 26 deg, 21 min, 12.00 sec, Long 80 deg, 58 min, 45.44 sec W. (DeLORME p. 113). Cassin's has been found on utility wires just north of driveway. There are many Western Kingbirds and a Gray Kingbird in the same general area. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/28/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County (continues, image attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:43:22 -0500 1/28/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Miami-Dade County, Bill Baggs Cape Florida SP. Observers: m. ob. Directions: Drive south on I-95 to the end, follow signs for Key Biscayne and "Bill Baggs State Park”. Take Rickenbacker Causeway (toll) ~7 miles to the park (fee). (DeLORME p.g 119) Flycatcher has been seen near the intersection of the nature trail (pond trail) and the bathroom trail, but is "wandering all over the west side" of the park, according to Robin Diaz. Listen for it's "wheet" call. There is also a Great-crested in the area at times associating with the La Sagra's. Please don't approach white gate and private residences just to the east of where Pond Trail and trail to bathroom intersect. Image by Robin Diaz. (La Sagra's is at lower left of image, Great Crested on upper right.) ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/28/12--Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County (continues, images attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:36:37 -0500 1/28/12--Juvenile Great Cormorant, Miami-Dade County, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Robin Diaz. Directions: From US 1 in Coral Gables or from southbound I-95, take Rickenbacker Causeway (toll) to Key Biscayne, and continue to the park (~7 miles). (DeLORME p. 119) Enter the park (fee) and continue to the end of the parking area (D) near lighthouse, with lighthouse to south. Great Cormorant has been perching on rock jetty just behind lighthouse, but at times viewers may need to go to beach side or climb the lighthouse for viewing from proper angle. Possibly out feeding early in the am, but returns by late morning. Images by Liz Golden, Trey Mitchell, and Robin Diaz, respectively. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/29/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:50:27 -0500 1/29/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter:Charlie Ewell. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/28/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues, images attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:36:41 -0500 1/28/12--Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor, Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: Bev and Al Hansen, m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. First image by Dennis O'Neil, others by Andrew Boyle. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/28/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, image attached) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:34:20 -0500 1/28/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Brian Ahern. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. Image by Charlie Fisher. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/27/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:55:09 -0500 Date: Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:08:56 -0500 1/27/12--Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor, Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/27/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:06:55 -0500 1/27/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. . Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/27/12-- California Gull & Glaucous Gull (continues), Volusia County From: Roberto Torres <rtorres AT TNC.ORG> Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:36:58 -0500 1/27/12--Adult California Gull and a first cycle Glaucous Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observers: Alvaro Jaramillo, Bruce Anderson, Michael Brothers, m. ob. Directions: From I-95 in Volusia County, take Port Orange exit (#256) and head east on Dunlawton Avenue (CR 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn left (north) and go to Frank Rendon Park, on Atlantic Ocean side in Daytona Beach Shores. (De LORME p. 75) Walk down to the beach, and look for large flocks of gulls, which begin arriving each afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/26/12--Glaucous Gull, Volusia County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:27:45 -0500 1/26/12--first cycle Glaucous Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observers: Michael Brothers, m. ob. Directions: From I-95 in Volusia County, take Port Orange exit (#256) and head east on Dunlawton Avenue (CR 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn left (north) and go to Frank Rendon Park, on Atlantic Ocean side in Daytona Beach Shores. (De LORME p. 75) Walk down to the beach, and look for large flocks of gulls, which begin arriving each afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/26/12--California Gull, Volusia County From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:24:09 -0500 1/26/12---adult California Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observers: Alvaro Jaramillo, Michael Brothers, m. ob. Directions: From I-95 in Volusia County, take Port Orange exit (#256) and head east on Dunlawton Avenue (CR 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn left (north) and go to Frank Rendon Park, on Atlantic Ocean side in Daytona Beach Shores. (De LORME p. 75) Walk down to the beach and look for large flocks of gulls, which begin arriving each afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/26/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:55:59 -0500 1/26/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. . Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/25/12--Glaucous Gull, Volusia County From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:09:12 -0500 1/25/12--first cycle Glaucous Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: Michael Brothers. Directions: From I-95 in Volusia County, take Port Orange exit (#256) and head east on Dunlawton Avenue (CR 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn left (north) and go to Frank Rendon Park, on Atlantic Ocean side in Daytona Beach Shores. (De LORME p. 75) Walk down to the beach, and look for large flocks of gulls, which begin arriving each afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/25/12--Iceland Gull, Volusia County From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:04:34 -0500 1/25/12--first cycle Iceland Gull, Volusia County, Daytona Beach Shores. Observer: Michael Brothers. Directions: From I-95 in Volusia County, take Port Orange exit (#256) and head east on Dunlawton Avenue (CR 421). Stay on Dunlawton Ave. across the 421/1A bridge to South Atlantic Ave. Turn left (north) and go to Frank Rendon Park, on Atlantic Ocean side in Daytona Beach Shores. (De LORME p. 75) Walk down to the beach, and look for large flocks of gulls, which begin arriving each afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/25/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:34:15 -0500 1/25/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. . Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/24/12--Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:23:04 -0500 1/24/12--Adult male Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County, Sarasota, Celery Fields. Observers: m. ob. Directions: From I-75 in Sarasota, take Exit 210 and go east on Fruitville Road to Coburn Road traffic light. Turn right and follow road as it curves past the Fruitville Library. The Celery Fields will be on east (left) side of road and Ackerman Pond on west (right) side. Continue south to Palmer Blvd. Turn east (left) and go to Raymond Road. Go south (right) on Raymond Road to just past second curve and a large vegetated pond on west (right) side of road. (DeLORME p. 97) Park by the gate and walk north on grass path, following telephone lines until reaching a short canal. Bare tree, usually loaded with cormorants and Anhingas, is on other side of canal. Area to west is where Cinnamon Teal is usually found, often hiding in thick vegetation. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/24/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues. images included) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:08:56 -0500 1/24/12--Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor, Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. First image by Dennis O'Neil, others by Andrew Boyle. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/24/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:44:20 -0500 1/24/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. . Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/17/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County, FL Keys (late report) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:05:15 -0500 1/17/12--La Sagra's Flycatcher, Monroe County, Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical SP. Observers: Jeff Lewis, Joan Kukulis. Reporter: Robin Diaz. Directions: from Florida City, take US 1 to CR 905A-Card Sound Road (toll). Drive east to "T" intersection and head south on CR 905. About 1/4 mi before this road joins US 1, watch for stone archway at entrance to botanical park on east side of road. (De LORME p. 123) Park and follow paved nature trail to second unpaved path off left side of paved nature trail (past circle). Take that trail to next trail on left. Take that trail to "stay on trail" sign--at back of trail loop, near water. La Sagra's was in that area. This could be same La Sagra's as ones reported at this park on 12/21/11 and 12/28/11. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/23/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:36:03 -0500 1/23/12- -Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. > ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/23/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, image included) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:38:34 -0500 1/23/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Dave Goodwin. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac, but also has ranged across water to Lost River Trail road. Check fence posts and tops of vegetation in entire area. Image by Charlie Fisher. VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/22/12--Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:57:58 -0500 1/22/12--Adult male Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County, Sarasota, Celery Fields. Observers: m. ob. Directions: From I-75 in Sarasota, take Exit 210 and go east on Fruitville Road to Coburn Road traffic light. Turn right and follow road as it curves past the Fruitville Library. The Celery Fields will be on east (left) side of road and Ackerman Pond on west (right) side. Continue south to Palmer Blvd. Turn east (left) and go to Raymond Road. Go south (right) on Raymond Road to just past second curve and a large vegetated pond on west (right) side of road. (DeLORME p. 97) Park by the gate and walk north on grass path, following telephone lines until reaching a short canal. Bare tree, usually loaded with cormorants and Anhingas, is on other side of canal. Area to west is where Cinnamon Teal is usually found, often hiding in thick vegetation. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/22/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County (continues, image included--IMPORTANT NOTICE!) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:46:04 -0500 1/22/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Dave Goodwin. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed was seen this morning on fence posts across the pond to the east of the cul-de-sac. It also has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac. Image by Charlie Fisher. (Correction: Images on 1/20 by Dan Irizarry.) VERY IMPORTANT--STRAWBERRY FARM EAST OF POND IS PRIVATE PROPERTY AND TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/21/12--Green-tailed Towhee, Pinellas County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sun, 22 Jan 2012 11:25:31 -0500 1/21/12--Two Green-tailed Towhees, Pinellas County, Safety Harbor, Possum Branch Preserve. Observers: m.ob. Directions: From intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Clearwater, go east on SR 60 to McMullen Booth Road (CR 611). [From I-275 in Tampa, take CR 589 (Memorial Highway) to SR 60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway), then go west to McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater.] Turn north and go past Main Street in Safety Harbor to just north of Mease Countryside Hospital (3231 McMullen Booth Rd.) The entrance to the Preserve is just before reaching Curlew Road (CR586-DeLORME p. 82). There is no sign on CR611, but there's a small pull-off for parking and beyond that a closed gate with small sign. From entrance walk straight back 150-200 yards to end of gravel road. Go left and head for a yellow post on the wetland side of the wide grass strip. Just past is an earthen/sunken block old boat ramp, and about 10 yards past the boat ramp along the brush line are two small open areas where seed is being placed for towhees. Also watch for Lincoln's and Grasshopper sparrows, and Hispid Cotton Rat coming to seed. First image by Dennis O'Neil, others by Andrew Boyle. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/22/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Sun, 22 Jan 2012 11:14:53 -0500 1/22/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: m. ob. Reporter: Dave Goodwin. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed was seen this morning on fence posts across the pond to the east of the cul-de-sac. It also has been observed flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac. Image by Charlie Fisher. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/21/12--Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:37:25 -0500 1/21/12--Adult male Cinnamon Teal, Sarasota County, Sarasota, Celery Fields. Observers: m. ob. Directions: From I-75 in Sarasota, take Exit 210 and go east on Fruitville Road to Coburn Road traffic light. Turn right and follow road as it curves past the Fruitville Library. The Celery Fields will be on east (left) side of road and Ackerman Pond on west (right) side. Continue south to Palmer Blvd. Turn east (left) and go to Raymond Road. Go south (right) on Raymond Road to just past second curve and a large vegetated pond on west (right) side of road. (DeLORME p. 97) Park by the gate and walk north on grass path, following telephone lines until reaching a short canal. Bare tree, usually loaded with cormorants and Anhingas, is on other side of canal. Area to west is where Cinnamon Teal is usually found, often hiding in thick vegetation. Seen today from end of dike. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/21/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Hillsborough County (continues) From: Margie Wilkinson <wwilkin3 AT TAMPABAY.RR.COM> Date: Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:51:47 -0500 1/21/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: Don and Phyllis Pelly, m.ob. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed was flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/20/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Hillsborough County (revised directions, images included) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:22:02 -0500 1/20/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: Don and Phyllis Pelly, Charlie Fisher. Reporters: Brian Ahern, Dave Goodwin, Dan Irizarry. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left (east). Continue to cul-de-sac on left (north) side of road. Fork-tailed was flycatching from large, dead "twiggy" tree near cul-de-sac. Images by Charlie Fisher. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To reach the FLARBA Archives go to http://listserv.admin.usf.edu/archives/flarba.html Subject: 1/20/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Hillsborough County (continues) From: Lyn Atherton <bonniedabird AT EARTHLINK.NET> Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:38:09 -0500 1/20/12--Fork-tailed Flycatcher, southern Hillsborough County, Cockroach Bay. Observers: Don and Phyllis Pelly, Charlie Fisher. Reporter: Brian Ahern, Dave Goodwin. Directions: From I-75 in northern Manatee County, take I-275 towards Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Exit on US 41 (before bridge), driving north into Hillsborough County. Continue to to Cockroach Bay Rd (there is a Circle K on US 41 here). Go west on Cockroach Bay Rd for 2 miles, then turn right (north) onto Gulf City Rd. Drive 1.6 miles then turn right (south) onto Lost River Trail (will have a No Outlet sign). Drive 0.3 miles to where the street makes a 90 degree turn to the left. There is a pullout here. (DeLORME p. 91) The bird was in the shrubs on the East side of the street by a pond. ***************************************************************************************** Non-subscribers and subscribers: to report a rare bird, send pertinent details of observation to FLARBA AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To unsubscribe: send a message "SIGNOFF FLARBA" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. To set to no mail: send a message "SET FLARBA NOMAIL" to LISTSERV AT LISTSERV.ADMIN.USF.EDU. 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