As many have heard, the MISSISSIPPI KITE(s), is/are back at the nest site as in last year; near the intersection of Donato and Mapletown Roads, in the Town of Root (Ames), Montgomery County, NY.
If you are interested in seeing them, you might want to keep in mind that their pattern is similar to that of about this time of the season as in the past. That is, that the adult(s) tend to stay away at parts unknown for very long periods of time. And, when they do show up, they are usually interested in a flying a direct line to the nest and quickly disappear. So, same as in past years, unless you are very lucky, be prepared to wait a very long time before getting a brief glimpse of the bird(s). On the other hand, once the young hatch out, if past patterns hold, the parents will be more active around the nest site and visible more often for extended periods as they often catch dragonflies in the air; a beautiful show in itself. If/when that happens, we will keep the lists updated. Also, keep in mind good neighborly manners. Some residents have asked that their privacy be respected and trespassing will not be tolerated. Donato Road is narrow with little opportunity to pull off to the side with out blocking traffic. Please be courteous and thoughtful and try to keep any disruption to their daily routine to a minimum. We've come a long way with neighbor relations up there. But, not all appreciate the focus of attention the birds have brought to their quiet corner of the world. Smile, wave, and be nice. You may get the same in return. Please also, if you go, report sightings of the kites and any other species observed while there. Use www.ebird.org or the local listserves as vehicles to share and to keep track of the area's bird populations. Rich Guthrie New Baltimore, The Greener County New York [email protected] http://blog.timesunion.com/birding -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/NYSB.html Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
