RBA
*Alabama
*Statewide
*February 7, 2007
*ALST0702.07
====================================--- Species added since last report ---
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Lesser Black-backed Gull
====================================--- Species previously reported ---
NORTHERN WHEATEAR
Clay-colored Sparrow
Long-tailed Duck
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Please note: Species CAPITALIZED above are on the Alabama Bird Records Committee
review list. Check the AOS website (address below - look in ABRC section) for forms
and suggestions on how to submit your sightings of these species to the state
database.
Written details, photos, recordings, etc. are highly desired for ABRC Review List
species and should be sent to:
Greg D. Jackson
2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244
g_d_jackson@bellsouth.net
Fax: 205/987-5167
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Alabama Ornithological Society website:
http://www.bham.net/aos/
Alabama RBA archives:
http://www.tvas.org/rba.htm
NABT = North Alabama Birding Trail (http://www.northalabamabirdingtrail.com/)
ACBT = Alabama Coastal Birding Trail (http://www.alabamacoastalbirdingtrail.com/)
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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert
Date: February 7, 2007
Number: 256/751-4788
Compiler: Steve W. McConnell
Email: swmavocet@aol.com
NOTE: Where possible, DeLorme Alabama Atlas coordinates [DeAL xx-xx] are provided
following each site description. Page references to the AOS Birder's Guide to
Alabama [BGtA p. xx] will also be included for birding locations sites described
therein.
Alabama Rare Bird Report – Wednesday, February 7, 2007.
The Baldwin County NORTHERN WHEATEAR found 2/3, continued through 2/7 south of Foley
near County 8 between AL 59 and the Foley Beach Expressway. From the expressway
end, turn west onto County 8 and then left (south) onto Royal Troon about half way
down towards AL 59. Royal Troon is a semi-circular entrance road with a pond in the
middle and actually connects to County 8 at both ends. The wheatear appears to
favor the western half Royal Troon down to the intersection at Augusta. The birds
also appears to most consistently found here in morning although it has been in this
general area at other times of the day. More similar habitat is nearby so it might
payoff to search here if the bird cannot be found on Royal Troon. The wheatear does
spend enough time on the ground to be overlooked and tends to blend in if not
perched up or flying. It habitually perches up on the stakes, cable boxes, conduit,
and other low perches in the area. Please note this is an active construction site
and there can be significant traffic during weekdays. Park as near the curb as
possible and be on your best birding behavior. [DeAL 64-E3]
A CLAY-COLORED SPARROW has been coming to a private feeder near Fairhope in Baldwin
County. For information call Bill Summerour at 251/945-3188.
A LONG-TAILED DUCK continued through 2/7 along the southern edge of Lake Shelby in
Gulf SP. [DeAL 64-F3][BGtA p.34]
Up to three LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS of several plumages have been present recently
at the Magnolia Springs landfill in Baldwin County. To enter the landfill, park at
the office on the left and walk right to the scale check-in building to ask
permission and receive latest information. DO NOT PARK ON OR DRIVE OVER THE SCALES
AND DO NOT BLOCK LANDFILL TRAFFIC IN ANY WAY! After checking-in, drive around the
scales and straight ahead to the T-intersection. The viewing location is on top of
the embankment straight ahead – a wooden platform should be visible. There is
currently a gravel road to the top you are welcome to drive up. Be sure to park out
of the road near the viewing platform. IMPORTANT: once you have arrived on top,
BIRD ONLY FROM INSIDE THE VIEWING PLATFORM – DO NOT WANDER AROUND! The landfill
is usually closed on Sundays. [DeAL 63-G7][BGtA p. 37]
The following may be called for information:
Alabama Ornithological Society: Stan Hamilton (205/951-5630)
Alabama Wildlife Rehabilitation Center hotline: (205/621-3333)
Please leave messages about new birds and feedback on reported species after the
tone. Sighting information, and requests for regular email transcripts, can be
submitted by email to:
swmavocet@aol.com
Thank you.
-End Transcript
*Alabama
*Statewide
*February 7, 2007
*ALST0702.07
====================================--- Species added since last report ---
====================================
Lesser Black-backed Gull
====================================--- Species previously reported ---
NORTHERN WHEATEAR
Clay-colored Sparrow
Long-tailed Duck
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Please note: Species CAPITALIZED above are on the Alabama Bird Records Committee
review list. Check the AOS website (address below - look in ABRC section) for forms
and suggestions on how to submit your sightings of these species to the state
database.
Written details, photos, recordings, etc. are highly desired for ABRC Review List
species and should be sent to:
Greg D. Jackson
2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244
g_d_jackson@bellsouth.net
Fax: 205/987-5167
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alabama Ornithological Society website:
http://www.bham.net/aos/
Alabama RBA archives:
http://www.tvas.org/rba.htm
NABT = North Alabama Birding Trail (http://www.northalabamabirdingtrail.com/)
ACBT = Alabama Coastal Birding Trail (http://www.alabamacoastalbirdingtrail.com/)
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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert
Date: February 7, 2007
Number: 256/751-4788
Compiler: Steve W. McConnell
Email: swmavocet@aol.com
NOTE: Where possible, DeLorme Alabama Atlas coordinates [DeAL xx-xx] are provided
following each site description. Page references to the AOS Birder's Guide to
Alabama [BGtA p. xx] will also be included for birding locations sites described
therein.
Alabama Rare Bird Report – Wednesday, February 7, 2007.
The Baldwin County NORTHERN WHEATEAR found 2/3, continued through 2/7 south of Foley
near County 8 between AL 59 and the Foley Beach Expressway. From the expressway
end, turn west onto County 8 and then left (south) onto Royal Troon about half way
down towards AL 59. Royal Troon is a semi-circular entrance road with a pond in the
middle and actually connects to County 8 at both ends. The wheatear appears to
favor the western half Royal Troon down to the intersection at Augusta. The birds
also appears to most consistently found here in morning although it has been in this
general area at other times of the day. More similar habitat is nearby so it might
payoff to search here if the bird cannot be found on Royal Troon. The wheatear does
spend enough time on the ground to be overlooked and tends to blend in if not
perched up or flying. It habitually perches up on the stakes, cable boxes, conduit,
and other low perches in the area. Please note this is an active construction site
and there can be significant traffic during weekdays. Park as near the curb as
possible and be on your best birding behavior. [DeAL 64-E3]
A CLAY-COLORED SPARROW has been coming to a private feeder near Fairhope in Baldwin
County. For information call Bill Summerour at 251/945-3188.
A LONG-TAILED DUCK continued through 2/7 along the southern edge of Lake Shelby in
Gulf SP. [DeAL 64-F3][BGtA p.34]
Up to three LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS of several plumages have been present recently
at the Magnolia Springs landfill in Baldwin County. To enter the landfill, park at
the office on the left and walk right to the scale check-in building to ask
permission and receive latest information. DO NOT PARK ON OR DRIVE OVER THE SCALES
AND DO NOT BLOCK LANDFILL TRAFFIC IN ANY WAY! After checking-in, drive around the
scales and straight ahead to the T-intersection. The viewing location is on top of
the embankment straight ahead – a wooden platform should be visible. There is
currently a gravel road to the top you are welcome to drive up. Be sure to park out
of the road near the viewing platform. IMPORTANT: once you have arrived on top,
BIRD ONLY FROM INSIDE THE VIEWING PLATFORM – DO NOT WANDER AROUND! The landfill
is usually closed on Sundays. [DeAL 63-G7][BGtA p. 37]
The following may be called for information:
Alabama Ornithological Society: Stan Hamilton (205/951-5630)
Alabama Wildlife Rehabilitation Center hotline: (205/621-3333)
Please leave messages about new birds and feedback on reported species after the
tone. Sighting information, and requests for regular email transcripts, can be
submitted by email to:
swmavocet@aol.com
Thank you.
-End Transcript