Tennessee Valley Audubon Society

The Alabama RBA

November 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 *November 26, 2002 *ALST0211.26

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Sandhill Crane Scissor-tailed Flycatcher Henslow's Sparrow Lapland Longspur

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Franklin's Gull (new location - GA stateline) Western Kingbird Black-headed Grosbeak

----------------------- 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: November 26, 2002 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. See the AOS website for information on how to obtain this bird finding guide.

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Tuesday, November 26, 2002.

LAPLAND LONGSPURS have made another mid-state incursion to the Woerner Turf Farm near Lowndesboro west of Montgomery. At least six were seen there 11/24 although many more have been reported in recent days. To reach the farm from US 80, follow Co. 29 north through Lowndesboro. At 4.8 miles from US 80 turn right onto County 40 at the sign for the farm just past a RR track. In 3.0 miles the paved road becomes dirt. In another 1.5 miles you reach the farm entrance on the left at a 90-degree right turn. Remember not to drive or walk on the grass at this or any sod farm and yield right-of-way to farm and irrigation equipment. Also do not drive on slick, muddy roads at this site. [DeAL 44-E4]

A HENSLOW'S SPARROW was discovered 11/24 on the TVA Reservation property in Muscle Shoals. The bird was with Savannah's just south of Reservation Road across from a slag pile and near bluebird box #3003. The birds flushed from the new native grass field and the Henslow's briefly perched on the chain link fence along the southern border of this field. [DeAL 17-D7]

SANDHILL CRANES have returned to winter again in Wheeler NWR where the species has become regular over the past decade. On 11/24 four were seen from the "goose tower" overlooking the Beaverdam Peninsula east of Limestone Bay. As the numbers build over the next several weeks, also check the bay mudflats at dawn and dusk for the roosting flock. [DeAL 18-F5][BGtA p. 244]

A FRANKLIN'S GULL was found 11/19 at West Point Dam north of Lanett on the Georgia state line. [DeAL 40-E4]

An incredible seven WESTERN KINGBIRDS were found 11/24 at Ft. Morgan along with 1-2 SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHERS. [DeAL 64-B4][BGtA p. 24]

A female BLACK-HEADED GROSBEAK has apparently returned to winter again at a private yard in west Mobile. Call the Culbersons at 251/344-7250 to arrange a visit. [DeAL 62-D3]

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 *November 18, 2002 *ALST0211.18

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

Surf Scoter (3 locations) White-winged Scoter Black Scoter Golden Eagle Red Knot Wilson's Phalarope Franklin's Gull BUFF-BELLIED HUMMINGBIRD Black-headed Grosbeak

================--- Species previously reported --- ================

Western Kingbird (2 new locations)

----------------------------- 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: November 18, 2002 Number: 256/751-4788 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Monday, November 18, 2002.

An adult male BUFF-BELLIED HUMMINGBIRD was recently banded in East Brewton. Call Fred Bassett at 334/244-0227 for status and instructions. [DeAL 57-F10]

A female WHITE-WINGED SCOTER was found 11/15 above Wilson Dam with many coots. The birds were seen from the east visitor's overlook at the south end of the dam. When traveling north on AL 133 this is the last right turn before beginning to cross the dam. On 11/16 the scoter was not relocated, however, three FRANKLIN'S GULLS were seen with many Bonaparte's Gulls from the same spot. [DeAL 17-C7][BGtA p. 213]

Five SURF SCOTERS were seen 11/12 in Guntersville Lake north of the Rotary Cabin on Sunset Drive. [DeAL 25-A10][BGtA p. 260]

Another SURF SCOTER was discovered 11/17 on Walter F. George Lake near the Georgia state line just south of Cottonton in Russell County. From Omaha, Georgia, travel south on GA 39 for around 4.0 miles to Florence Marina SP. The scoter was in the lake just west of this park as seen from the southernmost parking lot. [DeAL 47-H10]

Although I have received no recent updates, earlier this month a female BLACK SCOTER was seen just above Wheeler Dam and three SURF SCOTERS were below the dam adjacent to the fishing access area. [DeAL 17-C10][BGtA p. 207] Combined with the reports above, these sightings make November a very active scoter month indeed!

A WESTERN KINGBIRD was seen 11/16 in southern Baldwin County. To reach the site follow AL 59 south from Foley and turn left (east) on County 8. There is a Paradise Marine Store at this intersection. Travel 0.9 miles to where the pavement ends and the road turns to dirt. Turn right (south) and go 0.4 miles to a dirt road on the left. Turn left (east) and go 0.4 miles. The bird was actively foraging in the field to the left when last seen. [DeAL 64-E3]

A WILSON'S PHALAROPE was found 11/13 in pond #5 at the Mud Lakes Disposal Area on Blakeley Island in Mobile. Please remember that a signed release MUST be sent in prior to visiting this area, a permit MUST be displayed in vehicles parked on the property, and prior notification of your visit MUST be given to State Docks security personnel. Failure to follow these requirements will likely endanger future access for everyone. For details on these requirements call Steve McConnell (256/340-5378) or visit the AOS website at: http://www.bham.net/aos/ [DeAL 62-C4][BGtA p. 43]

Reports from Ft. Morgan in recent days include a WESTERN KINGBIRD 11/12 in the dune area south of the fort, an adult GOLDEN EAGLE 11/13 soaring overhead, and a RED KNOT 11/12 at Mobile Point. [DeAL 64-B4][BGtA p. 24]

A female BLACK-HEADED GROSBEAK has apparently returned to winter again at a private yard in west Mobile. Call the Culbersons at 251/344-7250 to arrange a visit. [DeAL 62-D3]

Thank you.

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RBA

*Alabama *Statewide *November 4, 2002 *ALST0211.04

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

Long-billed Curlew White-winged Dove Western Kingbird Scissor-tailed Flycatcher Le Conte's Sparrow (probable) Lincoln's Sparrow (probable)

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LITTLE GULL

------------------- 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: November 4, 2002 Number: 256/751-4788 Compiler: Steve W. McConnell Email: swmavocet@aol.com

Alabama Rare Bird Report - Monday, November 4, 2002.

The 1st winter LITTLE GULL discovered 10/27 at Fort Morgan has been seen again at least twice since then. The most recent known sighting was mid-morning on 11/2. The bird was again with many terns around 1/4 mile east of Mobile Point near some pilings in the water. A WHITE-WINGED DOVE was found 10/25 at a feeder near the seawall south of the fort. [DeAL 64-B4][BGtA p. 24]

A WESTERN KINGBIRD was seen 11/1 perched next to a SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER at the east end of Dauphin Island. The birds were on the wires in front of the estuarium building. A LONG-BILLED CURLEW was seen nearby on the beach just west of Ft. Gaines and probable LINCOLN'S and LE CONTE'S SPARROWS were in the short grass field near the dead end of the paved road. [DeAL 64-B4][BGtA p. 6]

Thank you.

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