On Saturday, 5/18 we found a Black Rail in Howard County. This was a first
record for Howard County. It called constantly in the middle of the day for
at least 15 minutes. Unfortunately, when we tried to get another group on
it, it remained silent and was not heard or seen again. Then there was a
rain storm and the rail was never relocated. We tried again Sunday evening
and conditions were very good for listening, but no rails called, so I
assume it has moved on.
Obviously, playback would not be appropriate for this species.
The BLRA was on private property so access is very limited. There are
several No Trespassing signs and on our return visit we were questioned by
the Howard County Police but fortunately we had permission.
I wish it had stayed around longer for more people to have had a chance to
hear it. It was not in a location where a person could look for it on their
own.
Many videos and recordings were taken. Here is a link to a small sample.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/55023563@N08/8805992850/
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Joe Hanfman
Columbia, MD
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