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Re: Bicknell's Thrush in Anne Arundel Co.

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Bill Hubick

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Bill Hubick

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Tue, 19 May 2009 18:06:04 -0700

Hi Everyone,

While sitting in the yard at 7:30 this evening--on the phone with Mikey Lutmerding, actually--I heard the Bicknell's Thrush singing again. Again I hurried into the house to get my camera and recorder, but I didn't manage to further document the bird. It sang several times, though, and I was able to view it briefly. With binoculars, I could see a noticeable rufous wash to the primaries and tail. I waited until dark hoping to record its song better, but I didn't hear it sing any more. I have no idea how likely it is that the bird will stick around for another day, but if you would like to try for it, feel free to contact me off-list. 

Although the bird was heard in the late afternoon for two days (not in the morning), I still think that Weinberg Park is the best place to try during the morning and early afternoon. Most of Weinberg Park has a nice shady canopy, and I regularly encounter Catharus thrushes there. I have my best luck with thrushes by checking shady woods in the early morning and late afternoon. 

Have a good one,

Bill 

Bill Hubick
Pasadena, Maryland

http://www.billhubick.com