During a survey for the @nysdecvideos Long Island Colonial Waterbird surveys, 23-24 summer intern Anna W. observed a nesting Least tern (Sternula antillarum) and other Least terns foraging around their territory. 2 eggs were observed from the nest.
From the Field, Video Snippet, Anna White, July 10, 2023
A warm summer breeze sweeps through the John Thatcher Native Garden on Fishers Island, causing the sunflowers (Helianthus) to sway gracefully. In this setting, pollinators such as bees are seen actively engaged in foraging, their delicate movements contributing to the garden’s ecological vibrancy.
From the Field, Video Snippet, Anna White, July 10, 2023
As the evening appears on Fishers Island, so does an American mink (Neovison vison), who navigates the rocky shoreline hunting for his evening meal. After a brief swim, the mink emerges victorious, clutching an eel in its jaws. Satisfied with its catch, the mink retreats to a secluded spot to enjoy its nourishing meal, ensuring a full belly for the night ahead in its coastal habitat.
From the Field, Video Snippet, Anna White, July 16, 2023
As dusk settles over the Long Island Sound near Fishers Island, a family of Common Eiders (Somateria mollissima) drifting peacefully on the calm waves
From the Field, Video Snippet, Anna White, June 18, 2024
A Black-Crowned Night Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax) enjoys the evening as dusk settles after a warm summer day on Fishers Island. Terns playfully fly around him, keeping him company.
From the Field, Video Snippet, Anna White, June 18, 2024
During a survey for the NY DEC Long Island Colonial Waterbird surveys, 23-24 summer intern Anna W. spotted an intense plover brawl on South Beach. It looks like two distinct plover groups are in a serious territorial debate. Based on the fierce fighting, we believe these birds are either prospecting for a nesting location or have recently started a new nest, moving in on a pair that is already established with a nest.
From the Field, Video Snippet, Anna White, June 18, 2024
This Greater Yellow Legs has been returning to the sandy coves alongside Dock beach for several years now.
Its slender and elegant silhouette can be seen wading and actively foraging here.
From the Field, Video Snippet, Justine Kibbe, April 30, 2019
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From the Field, Video Snippet, Justine Kibbe April 17, 2019
Into the Woods*
These particular weeks of Spring, before foliage takes to bud and bloom, be sure to peek into the woods and spy a Barred owl basking in the sunlight…
*West End, Fishers Island
From the Field, Video Snippet, Justine Kibbe, April 16, 2019
This juvenile (1st yr. plumage) Common Eider grabs a bite of aquatic plant growth from under the floating FIDCO dock, Silver eel Cove.
From the Field, Video Snippet, Justine Kibbe, April 11, 2019