Re: Northern Bobwhite at Albany Bulb
Wed, 10 Apr 2002 07:47:21 -0700 (PDT)
From: Peter Rauch
Dustin Alcala wrote:
Don't forget the bird walk that Lillian Fujii and Steve Hayashi will be leading in the area next Sunday. It should be an interesting morning.
A primary emphasis of the Sunday walk will be on the Albany Plateau, a site "planned" to be extensively converted into formal ball playing fields under the aegis of the new Eastshore State Park.
We'll want to understand what it is we'll be losing - what the impacts will be on the plateau as a "natural area" (yes; it's landfill, and seems to the casual observer to be devoid of any redeeming natural-history qualities, but that may just be an illusion - come evaluate it for yourself).
The story being told to the park planners is that kids and teachers don't want or need a large open area where they can learn some sound natural history in a setting which can be experimented with - that only ball fields will suffice. What a sad commentary on both the parents, and on the futures of the kids.
Peter
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Re: Northern Bobwhite at Albany Bulb
Wed, 10 Apr 2002 08:56:09 -0700
From: Lisa Viani
If someone could catch the bird, I bet one of the local wildlife rehabilitation places might take it (i.e. Lindsey Museum in Walnut Creek or Wildcare in San Rafael).
Lisa Viani
P.S. I would be willing to take it to Wildcare (I used to work there) if someone can catch it.
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Re: Northern Bobwhite capture
Wed, 10 Apr 2002 10:09:46 -0700
From: Larry Tunstall
The Northern Bobwhite is considered a migratory game bird. Unless California has a regulation permitting its hunting or capture at this time of year, chasing or catching it would technically be a violation of the Migratory Bird Treaty. I'd suggest consulting a wildlife rehabilitation center or the state authorities before undertaking this project.
Best wishes, Larry
Larry Tunstall
El Cerrito CA
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Re: April 14 birdwalk at Albany Bulb/Plateau
Wed, 10 Apr 2002 11:33:26 -0700 (PDT)
From: Peter Rauch
Sorry for not providing full details about where/when on the April 14 birdwalk... Here they are. Peter
A birding field trip, sponsored by Golden Gate Audubon Society, is open to anyone concerned in the future (lost) uses of the Albany Plateau.
Sunday, April 14, Albany Bulb and Plateau. Meet at 8:30 AM at the end of Buchanan Street (next to the race track) for this half-day trip. The Albany Bulb and Plateau is a part of the Eastshore State Park, currently in its planning stage. This area is one of the precious few remaining undeveloped areas in the East Bay fog belt habitat zone. Breeding birds will be singing and migrants should still be passing through. Heavy rain cancels. All welcome. Leaders: Lillian Fujii and Steve Hayashi 510.236.4167.
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Re: Northern Bobwhite capture
Wed, 10 Apr 2002 12:58:16 -0700
From: Joseph Morlan
Lisa Viani wrote:
Well, we definitely don't want to do that (violate the Migratory Bird Treaty Act). I only made the suggestion because someone said it might be pet bird that got loose.
Actually I don't think the Northern Bobwhite is covered under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act which does not include game-birds. The full list of birds covered under the act is at:
http://www.softbills.com/migratory.htm#II.%20TAXONOMIC%20LISTING
I believe the Northern Bobwhite is classified as a game-bird and is covered under different laws.
Joseph Morlan, Pacifica, CA
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Great Horned Owl
Wed, 10 Apr 2002 20:47:20 -0700
From: Lisa Viani
Today, a Great Horned Owl landed on my neighbor's roof and preened itself for about 10 minutes. I live just at the foot of hills, Richmond/El Cerrito border.
Lisa Viani