Tennessee Valley Audubon Society

The Alabama RBA

May 2002

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Please send records with appropriate details to: Greg D. Jackson, 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244.

The following may be called for information: on birding in Alabama, Greg Jackson at 205/987-2855; about the Alabama Ornithological Society, Charles Kennedy at 334/382-2680; about the Birmingham Audubon Society, Ann Miller at 205/879-7709; about the Shoals Audubon Society in n.w. Alabama, Bill Rogers at 256/766-5738; about the Tennessee Valley Audubon Society in Huntsville, Ruby Norman at 256/773-4369; about the Coastal Birding Association, Venetia Friend at 334/928-4437.

RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 30, 2002 *ALST0205.30

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Glossy Ibis Wilson's Phalarope White-winged Dove WILLOW FLYCATCHER (probable) COMMON RAVEN

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Red Knot Sooty Tern WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (gone)

------------------------- Please note: Species CAPITALIZED above are on the Alabama Bird Records Committee review list. Check the AOS website (address below - look in Alabama Bird Record Committee section) for forms and suggestions on how to submit your sightings of these species to the state database. Please send observations with appropriate details to:

Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/ Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 30, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 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. See the AOS website for information on how to obtain this bird finding guide.

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Thursday, May 30, 2002.

The female WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL present since late April in Killen has not been seen since 5/20 and is probably gone.

A COMMON RAVEN was seen and heard 5/26 in Cherokee County just south of Weiss Lake near the Georgia stateline. This exciting observation took place along Co. 28 (a.k.a. Rocky Hollow Road) about 1.0 mile east of Bauxite. Return trips to the area on 5/29 failed to relocate the bird but with the wandering habits of this species it could conceivably still be in the area. The last accepted Alabama raven record is over 85 years old. Any information on further sightings of this bird is greatly desired. [DeAL 27-E9]

A probable WILLOW FLYCATCHER was heard calling 5/27 at the US 78 bridge over the New River in Marion County. This location is east of Winfield and just west of Texas. [DeAL 23-G7]

Three GLOSSY IBIS were noted 5/26 from the Pinto Pass boardwalk at the USS Alabama Battleship Park in Mobile. A fourth plegadis ibis was also seen but not identified to species. [DeAL 62-D4][BGtA p. 41]

A trip to Sand Island (just south of Dauphin Island) 5/27 produced sightings of two RED KNOTS and three SOOTY TERNS. [DeAL 64-B3]

A WHITE-WINGED DOVE was seen 5/27 near the Dauphin Island airport. [DeAL 64-B3][BGtA p. 11]

A WILSON'S PHALAROPE was noted 5/27 at the Bayou La Batre ponds. . To reach the ponds from downtown Bayou La Batre, follow AL 188 north over the large drawbridge to the first traffic signal at Little River Road. Turn left (west) and travel 1.1 miles to the second sharp left turn. Go straight ahead onto a dirt road and in about 0.2 miles you will reach the diked ponds on the right. DO NOT attempt to drive on the dikes. [DeAL 62-H2][BGtA p.18]

The following may be called for information: Birding in Alabama: Greg Jackson (205/987-2855) Alabama Ornithological Society: Allen Tubbs (251/345-1012) Alabama Breeding Bird Atlas project: Rick West (800/707-4382 or 334/324-6477) Alabama Wildlife Rehabilitation Center hotline: (205/320-6189)

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.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 19, 2002 *ALST0205.19

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Red Knot White-rumped Sandpiper Sooty Tern Connecticut Warbler Mourning Warbler

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WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL

--------------------------- Please note: Species CAPITALIZED above are on the Alabama Bird Records Committee review list. Check the AOS website (address below - look in Alabama Bird Record Committee section) for forms and suggestions on how to submit your sightings of these species to the state database. Please send observations with appropriate details to:

Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/ Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 19, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Sunday, May 19, 2002.

The female WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL continued through today at the Wayland residence in Killen east of Florence. Birders are welcome to come and wait for an appearance of this ultra-rarity. It is not necessary to contact the Waylands prior to or during your visit but you may do so during reasonable hours at 256/757-2467. Directions are: from the intersection of US 72 and AL 101 north of Wheeler Dam, go west on US 72 for around 9.5 miles to the Turtle Point Village entrance on the left (south) side of road. This entrance is about 0.5 mile past the traffic signal at Co. 63 and is marked with a black & white sign and fence. The front gate normally opens to public traffic at around 7:00 am. The Waylands have graciously offered to buzz early-birders through the gate after 6:30 am - enter their street number (9218) to call and be admitted. DO NOT DISTURB THEM PRIOR TO 6:30 am. Once through the gate you will take the first right turn and then the next left turn, following Turtle Point Drive. From the second turn, continue on for 0.3 miles to St. Andrews Drive. Turn left here - the Wayland home is on the left at this corner (9218 Turtle Point Drive). The feeders are located behind the house on the red wood deck. You may park on the road or in the driveway but be sure not to block either. Feedback on this bird is much desired. [DeAL 17-C8]

A kayak trip to Sand Island (just south of Dauphin Island) today produced sightings of several RED KNOTS, two WHITE-RUMPED SANDPIPERS, and a cooperative SOOTY TERN. [DeAL 64-B3]

Both CONNECTICUT and MOURNING WARBLERS were noted this morning along the Indian Creek walkway in Madison where these species have become expected late May migrants in recent years. To reach the walkway go north on Slaughter Road from its junction with Madison Boulevard (formerly AL 20). At Old Madison Pike turn right (east) and go 0.25 mile to a small parking lot for the walkway on the left adjacent to the Indian Creek bridge. [DeAL 19-D6]

Thank you.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 15, 2002 *ALST0205.15

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Gray Kingbird

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Pacific Loon WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL

----------------- Please note: Species CAPITALIZED above are on the Alabama Bird Records Committee review list. Check the AOS website (address below - look in Alabama Bird Record Committee section) for forms and suggestions on how to submit your sightings of these species to the state database. Please send observations with appropriate details to:

Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/
Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 15, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Wednesday, May 15, 2002.

The female WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL reappeared at least once today at the Wayland residence in Killen east of Florence. Prior to today, the bird had not been seen since 5/12. Birders are welcome to come and wait for an appearance of this ultra-rarity. It is not necessary to contact the Waylands prior to or during your visit but you may do so during reasonable hours at 256/757-2467. Directions are: from the intersection of US 72 and AL 101 north of Wheeler Dam, go west on US 72 for around 9.5 miles to the Turtle Point Village entrance on the left (south) side of road. This entrance is about 0.5 mile past the traffic signal at Co. 63 and is marked with a black & white sign and fence. The front gate normally opens to public traffic at around 7:00 am. The Waylands have graciously offered to buzz early-birders through the gate after 6:30 am - enter their street number (9218) to call and be admitted. DO NOT DISTURB THEM PRIOR TO 6:30 am. Once through the gate you will take the first right turn and then the next left turn, following Turtle Point Drive. From the second turn, continue on for 0.3 miles to St. Andrews Drive. Turn left here - the Wayland home is on the left at this corner (9218 Turtle Point Drive). The feeders are located behind the house on the red wood deck. You may park on the road or in the driveway but be sure not to block either. Feedback on this bird is much desired. [DeAL 17-C8]

A GRAY KINGBIRD was noted 5/11 on powerlines just north of the Fort Morgan museum. [DeAL 64-B4][BGtA p. 23]

A PACIFIC LOON was seen as recently as 5/10 just off shore from Shell Mound Park on Dauphin Island. [DeAL 64-B3][BGtA p. 10]

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 14, 2002 *ALST0205.14

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Pacific Loon

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CLARK'S NUTCRACKER (gone?) WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (gone?)

===========--- Farther afield --- ===========

Bahama "wave" in south Florida

----------------------------- Please note: Species CAPITALIZED above are on the Alabama Bird Records Committee review list. Check the AOS website (address below - look in Alabama Bird Record Committee section) for forms and suggestions on how to submit your sightings of these species to the state database. Please send observations with appropriate details to:

Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/ Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 14, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Tuesday, May 14, 2002.

The female WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL present since late April at the Wayland residence in Killen has not been seen since 5/12 and is probably gone. The frontal passage this past weekend may have convinced it to leave along with most of the Pine Siskins it associated with. Updates will be given if the bird reappears.

As far as I know, Alabama's first CLARK'S NUTCRACKER, present for over two weeks at the summit of Mt. Cheaha south of Anniston, has not been seen since 5/6 and is probably gone. There have been several unsuccessful attempts to relocate this rarity during the last week. If you still want to try, the directions are: from I-20 east of Oxford, take exit #191 onto US 431 south. Travel 3.7 miles to AL 281 and turn right at signs for Cheaha State Park. Follow AL 281 south for 13.1 miles to park entrance. At large brown entrance sign turn right and pay your fee. From the pay booth go straight ahead on the summit loop road for 0.6 miles to the first intersection. You will pass two "upper campground" signs on the way. At the intersection turn left following the rock sign directions to "picnic area and tower." You will pass a rock building and radio tower in 100 yards or so on the right. In about 0.2 miles you will pass two picnic pavilions on the right (one is labeled #1). >From these pavilions go about 0.1 mile to a metal and wood picnic table on the right (most other tables in area are concrete). Look for orange surveyor tape on both sides of road marking spot. This is the location the nutcracker favored and repeatedly returned to prior to 5/6. [DeAL 32-E5][BGtA p. 192]

A PACIFIC LOON was seen as recently as 5/10 just off shore from Shell Mound Park on Dauphin Island. [DeAL 64-B3][BGtA p. 10]

Farther afield in south Florida, the list of Bahamian species seen in recent weeks continues to grow. Now add KEY WEST QUAIL-DOVE to the ZENAIDA DOVE, WESTERN SPINDALIS, BANANAQUIT, and YELLOW-FACED GRASSQUIT previously mentioned. For the latest information call the Florida RBA at 941/242-9338.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 10, 2002 *ALST0205.10

=============--- Species added since last report --- =============

none

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White-winged Dove CLARK'S NUTCRACKER WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL

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Bahama "wave" in south Florida

----------------------------------- Please note: Species CAPITALIZED above are on the Alabama Bird Records Committee review list. Check the AOS website (address below - look in Alabama Bird Record Committee section) for forms and suggestions on how to submit your sightings of these species to the state database. Please send observations with appropriate details to:

Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/ Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 10, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Friday, May 10, 2002.

A female WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL continued today at the Wayland residence in Killen east of Florence. The bird usually comes to feed several times a day with Pine Siskins. Birders are welcome to come and wait for an appearance of this ultra-rarity. It is not necessary to contact the Waylands prior to or during your visit but you may do so during reasonable hours at 256/757-2467. Directions are: from the intersection of US 72 and AL 101 north of Wheeler Dam, go west on US 72 for around 9.5 miles to the Turtle Point Village entrance on the left (south) side of road. This entrance is about 0.5 mile past the traffic signal at Co. 63 and is marked with a black & white sign and fence. The front gate normally opens to public traffic at around 7:00 am. The Waylands have graciously offered to buzz early-birders through the gate after 6:30 am - enter their street number (9218) to call and be admitted. DO NOT DISTURB THEM PRIOR TO 6:30 am. Once through the gate you will take the first right turn and then the next left turn, following Turtle Point Drive. >From the second turn, continue on for 0.3 miles to St. Andrews Drive. Turn left here - the Wayland home is on the left at this corner (9218 Turtle Point Drive). The feeders are located behind the house on the red wood deck. You may park on the road or in the driveway but be sure not to block either. Feedback on this potential 1st or 2nd state record is much desired. [DeAL 17-C8]

Alabama's first CLARK'S NUTCRACKER, present for several weeks at the summit of Mt. Cheaha south of Anniston, may becoming more difficult to see. The last confirmed sighting I've received was just before noon on 5/6. However, the bird was not seen from 6:30-11:00 am that day. On 5/9 birders failed to locate the nutcracker during visits from 12 noon-3:45 pm. DIRECTIONS: From I-20 east of Oxford, take exit #191 onto US 431 south. Travel 3.7 miles to AL 281 and turn right at signs for Cheaha State Park. Follow AL 281 south for 13.1 miles to park entrance. At large brown entrance sign turn right and pay your fee. From the pay booth go straight ahead on the summit loop road for 0.6 miles to the first intersection. You will pass two "upper campground" signs on the way. At the intersection turn left following the rock sign directions to "picnic area and tower." You will pass a rock building and radio tower in 100 yards or so on the right. In about 0.2 miles you will pass two picnic pavilions on the right (one is labeled #1). From these pavilions go about 0.1 mile to a metal and wood picnic table on the right (most other tables in area are concrete). Look for orange surveyor tape on both sides of road marking spot. This is the location the nutcracker seems to favor and has repeatedly returned to since 4/26. The bird sometimes sits quietly in nearby trees and blends in well when not moving. Please report the results of your searches. [DeAL 32-E5][BGtA p. 192]

Two WHITE-WINGED DOVES have returned to a private yard in Baldwin County where several were present last summer. From AL 59 in Foley turn east onto US 98 and travel to the traffic signal at South Juniper Street. Turn right (south) and go a short distance to the unsigned alley way on the left just beyond East Orange Avenue. Turn left and go around 0.2 mile to a yard on the left with several bird feeders. The house address is 620 East Orange Avenue. The owners welcome birders to quietly view their yard and feeders from the alley. However, PLEASE respect their request and DO NOT disturb them with phone calls or knocks on the door. [DeAL 63-H8]

Farther afield in south Florida, an impressive influx of Bahamian species have been reported in recent days. The list so far has included ZENAIDA DOVE, WESTERN SPINDALIS, BANANAQUIT, and YELLOW-FACED GRASSQUIT. For the latest information call the Florida RBA at 941/242-9338.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 7, 2002 *ALST0205.07

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White-winged Dove

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Scissor-tailed Flycatcher CLARK'S NUTCRACKER WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL

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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 Alabama Bird Record Committee section) for forms and suggestions on how to submit your sightings of these species to the state database. Please send observations with appropriate details to:

Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/
Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 7, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Tuesday, May 7, 2002.

The female WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL was seen again today several times at the Wayland residence in Killen east of Florence. Known feeding times today were 6:55 am (and before?), 10:15 am, 3:40 pm, and 4:50 pm. This crossbill displays very little obvious color (the rump may have the brightest plumage) and looks surprisingly similar to a pine siskin, several of which remain in this yard. Look for the larger size, dark gray wings with bold, thick white bars or patches, and at very close range, the crossed-bill. Birders are welcome to come and wait for an appearance of this ultra-rarity. It is not necessary to contact the Waylands prior to or during your visit but you may do so during reasonable hours at 256/757-2467. Directions are: from the intersection of US 72 and AL 101 north of Wheeler Dam, go west on US 72 for around 9.5 miles to the Turtle Point Village entrance on the left (south) side of road. This entrance is about 0.5 mile past the traffic signal at Co. 63 and is marked with a black & white sign and fence. The front gate normally opens to public traffic at around 7:00 am. The Waylands have graciously offered to buzz early-birders through the gate after 6:30 am - enter their street number (9218) to call and be admitted. DO NOT DISTURB THEM PRIOR TO 6:30 am. Once through the gate you will take the first right turn and then the next left turn, following Turtle Point Drive. From the second turn, continue on for 0.3 miles to St. Andrews Drive. Turn left here - the Wayland home is on the left at this corner (9218 Turtle Point Drive). The feeders are located behind the house on the red wood deck. You may park on the road or in the driveway but be sure not to block either. Feedback on this potential 1st or 2nd state record is much desired. [DeAL 17-C8]

Alabama's first CLARK'S NUTCRACKER continued through at least 5/6 at the summit of Mt. Cheaha south of Anniston. The bird is remaining faithful to the area where it was originally found 4/19 and seen consistently since 4/26. DIRECTIONS: From I-20 east of Oxford, take exit #191 onto US 431 south. Travel 3.7 miles to AL 281 and turn right at signs for Cheaha State Park. Follow AL 281 south for 13.1 miles to park entrance. At large brown entrance sign turn right and pay your fee ($1 per person). From the pay booth go straight ahead on the summit loop road for 0.6 miles to the first intersection. You will pass two "upper campground" signs on the way. At the intersection turn left following the rock sign directions to "picnic area and tower." You will pass a rock building and radio tower in 100 yards or so on

the right. In about 0.2 miles you will pass two picnic pavilions on the right (one is labeled pavilion #1). From these pavilions go about 0.1 mile to a metal and wood picnic table on the right (most other tables in area are concrete). Look for orange surveyor tape on both sides of road marking spot. This is the location the nutcracker seems to favor and has repeatedly returned to. The bird sometimes sits quietly in nearby trees and blends in well when not moving. Given time it should fly down to feed. [DeAL 32-E5][BGtA p. 192]

A male SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER was discovered today near Lafayette in Chambers County. From Chapel Hill north of Lafayette, travel south on Co. 158 to about 0.1 mile before its intersection with Co. 166. The flycatcher was seen on powerlines here and flew over an old house out-of-sight toward the east. [DeAL 40-D1]

Thank you.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 6, 2002 *ALST0205.06

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WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL

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Scissor-tailed Flycatcher (new location) CLARK'S NUTCRACKER

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Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/ Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 6, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Monday, May 6, 2002.

A WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL was seen again today several times and photographed at a home feeder in Killen near Florence. This is likely the same bird first seen April 26 and would potentially be a 1st or 2nd state record, pending review of a sighting earlier this year near Birmingham. Visitors are welcome. For further information and directions call or e-mail Shirley Wayland at 256/757-2467 or waylands@bellsouth.net [DeAL 17-C8]

Not to be outdone, Alabama's first CLARK'S NUTCRACKER continued through today at the summit of Mt. Cheaha south of Anniston. The bird is remaining faithful to the area where it was originally found 4/19 and seen consistently since 4/26.

DIRECTIONS: From I-20 east of Oxford, take exit #191 onto US 431 south. Travel 3.7 miles to AL 281 and turn right at signs for Cheaha State Park. Follow AL 281 south for 13.1 miles to park entrance. At large brown entrance sign turn right and pay your fee ($1 per person). From the pay booth go straight ahead on the summit loop road for 0.6 miles to the first intersection. You will pass two "upper campground" signs on the way. At the intersection turn left following the rock sign directions to "picnic area and tower." You will pass a rock building and radio tower in 100 yards or so on the right. In about 0.2 miles you will pass two picnic pavilions on the right (one is labeled pavilion #1). From these pavilions go about 0.1 mile to a metal and wood picnic table on the right (most other tables in area are concrete). Look for orange surveyor tape on both sides of road marking spot. This is the location the nutcracker seems to favor and has repeatedly returned to. The bird sometimes sits quietly in nearby trees and blends in well when not moving. Given time it should fly down to feed. [DeAL 32-E5][BGtA p. 192]

A male SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER was discovered today near Lafayette in Chambers County. From Chapel Hill north of Lafayette, travel south on Co. 158 to its intersection with Co. 166 from the left (east) side of the road. The flycatcher was seen on powerlines here and flew over an old house out-of-sight. [DeAL 40-D1]

Thank you.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 4, 2002 *ALST0205.04

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none

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Scissor-tailed Flycatcher CLARK'S NUTCRACKER

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Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/ Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 4, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Saturday, May 4, 2002.

Alabama's first CLARK'S NUTCRACKER continued through today at the summit of Mt. Cheaha south of Anniston. The bird is remaining faithful to the area where it was originally found around ten days ago and seen consistently since 4/26.

SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHERS have returned again to nest near Madison. To check the site take the Wall Triana exit from I-565 east and turn right onto Madison Boulevard. At the next traffic signal, near a railroad crossing, turn right, cross under I-565, and then turn left at the next intersection (Lime Quarry Road). Continue toward golf driving range until you reach the first isolated large tree on the left. Look in this area for the flycatchers, especially on the chainlink fence near I-565. [DeAL 19-E6]

Thank you.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 2, 2002 *ALST0205.02

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Lincoln's Sparrow

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WILLOW FLYCATCHER (gone?) Scissor-tailed Flycatcher (new location) CLARK'S NUTCRACKER

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Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/ Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 2, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Thursday, May 2, 2002.

Alabama's first CLARK'S NUTCRACKER continued through 5/1 at the summit of Mt. Cheaha south of Anniston. The bird is remaining faithful to the area where it was originally found around ten days ago and seen consistently since 4/26.

The WILLOW FLYCATCHER found 4/28 northeast of Florence was not relocated 5/1, however, a LINCOLN'S SPARROW was seen. To reach the location from Florence, travel east on US 72 to a point around 1.5 miles past the AL 133 intersection (turn for Indian Springs). Turn left here onto Co. 323 (between Woodlawn Church of Christ and Jennifer House). Travel north 1.4 miles and turn right at an un-numbered, dirt road (immediately past the St. Florian city limit sign). The birds have been present in the small willow swamp on the right immediately after leaving Co. 323. [DeAL 17-B7]

SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHERS have returned again to nest near Madison. To check the site follow Wall Triana Highway south under I-565 and turn left at the first intersection. Look near the first big tree on the left before reaching the golf driving range. [DeAL 19-E6]

Thank you.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *May 1, 2002 *ALST0205.01

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Red-throated Loon Brown Pelican (inland) WILLOW FLYCATCHER

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Scissor-tailed Flycatcher CLARK'S NUTCRACKER

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Greg D. Jackson 2220 Baneberry Drive, Birmingham, AL 35244 greg-debi.jackson@prodigy.net Fax: 205/987-5167

Alabama Ornithological Society website: http://www.bham.net/aos/ Alabama RBA archives: rba.htm

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Hotline: Alabama Ornithological Society Rare Bird Alert Date: May 1, 2002 Number: 205/661-2220 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Wednesday, May 1, 2002.

Alabama's first CLARK'S NUTCRACKER continued through at least 4/29 at the summit of Mt. Cheaha south of Anniston. The bird is remaining faithful to the area where it was originally found last weekend and seen since Friday. I have seen no trip reports from yesterday (4/30 ), however, with the severe weather moving through the area all day this is not surprising.

A calling WILLOW FLYCATCHER was discovered 4/28 northeast of Florence and seen again 4/30. To reach the location from Florence, travel east on US 72 to a point around 1.5 miles past the AL 133 intersection (turn for Indian Springs). Turn left here onto Co. 323 (between Woodlawn Church of Christ and Jennifer House). Travel north 1.4 miles and turn right at an un-numbered, dirt road (immediately past the St. Florian city limit sign). The bird has been present in the small willow swamp on the right immediately after leaving Co. 323. [DeAL 17-B7]

Two unusual inland BROWN PELICANS were observed 4/27 north of Wetumpka on Jordan Lake near Weoka Mills. [DeAL 38-H2]

A RED-THROATED LOON was seen 4/28 in the Bayou Heron Canal which parallels Cadillac Street on Dauphin Island west of the airport. [DeAL 64-B3][BGtA p. 5]

A SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER was seen again 4/30 near the location in Priceville where the species has nested in recent years. To reach the site from I-65 take exit #334 and turn east onto AL 67 toward Priceville. In a mile or so turn left (north) onto Co. 45 (Bethel Road) at first traffic signal). Look for flycatchers on power poles and fences in 0.6 mile. [DeAL 18-G5]

Up to three SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHERS have also been seen in recent days north of Huntsville in another area that has seen nesting in recent years. >From Meridianville follow US 231 north for around 4.0 miles to Co. 100 (Grimwood Road). Turn left (west) and go around 3.0 miles to a house and large tree on the right side of the road. [DeAL 19-B7]

Thank you.

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