When we were at the Tropical Kingbird site yesterday, standing 50 yards or so south of, and acrosss the street from, the gray house, the woman who lives there came out, waved to us, and invited us to come closer if we wanted. She then came across the street and looked at the bird in our telescope, remarking that it was beautiful. We showed her the range map in a field guide, told her she is a good hostess, and asked if any actions by visiting birders had bothered her. She replied "Not at all", that she was happy to have people come, and happy also that the bird was using her yard. A further friendly chat between Marion and the lady assured us that she does indeed enjoy and welcome birders. We did not talk with other local owners, but people driving up and down the street waved in friendly manners.
It appears that so far all is well. I am sure we all hope it remains that way.
Harvey Mudd
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From: MICHAEL SPEICHER [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Sun 12/31/2006 9:04 PM
To:
Subject: [MDOSPREY] Wondering about the Tropical Kingbird's effect on the adjacent private property/properties
Bill Hubick Wrote:
I was getting nervous about having to leave when
suddenly Dave heard the bird and pointed it out as it
flew over the field across from the gray house....
I've seen mention of this property in several
postings. I haven't been and have no plans to go, but
i was wondering if anyone knows how the occupants of
this property feel about all the recent commotion? I
haven't seen any mention of anyone having talked to
the house occupants, unlike, for example, the instance
of the Black-chinned HB in WVA, although i have to
admit that i haven't read all the postings from
beginning to end.
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYBODY...!!!
Jim Speicher
jugornought-at-yahoo-dot-com
Rockville @work :(
Broad Run_S. FRED Co @home :)
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