Date: 10 Dec 1999
From: Laurie Larson
To: NJ Birds Mailing list
Subject: Rufous Hummingbird update
The Rufous Hummingbird is still present, and Karen still welcomes observers; contact (856) 232-8527, or e-mail Karen Taylor, kataylor@jersey.net for directions. Here is the latest report:
> Hi Laurie, Just a little update, He's still here and > looking very well, putting on some weight. > > I want to mention something interesting. This Hummer is > one of a few on the East Coast taking part in a Winter > Bird Sudy, Part of the Hummer/Bird Study group, by Bob > Sargent. Anyone interested in more info on winter hummers > should contact: > > Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the Sargents > at P.O. Box 250, Clay, AL 35048-0250. > > When he leaves he will fall into the many banders down > south to follow his migration. > > I'm also asking visitors to come only weekends now. > > Thanks, Karen Taylor
I haven't heard any news about the Tufted Duck at Point Pleaseant since last weekend but it may still be present.