Mike McGrory
@mikemcgrory.bsky.social
Cleveland/North Yorks birder. Teesmouth Bird Club.
Visit to Lyndes Shore reserve, Ontario today. Relieved to find the sudden onset tinnitus was in fact 000s of Bullfrogs! Highlight was a Yeĺlow-billed Cuckoo on migration but also enjoyed a visit from a Chipmunk to within a foot. Lovely reserve.
September 30, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Visit to Lyndes Shore reserve, Ontario today. Relieved to find the sudden onset tinnitus was in fact 000s of Bullfrogs! Highlight was a Yeĺlow-billed Cuckoo on migration but also enjoyed a visit from a Chipmunk to within a foot. Lovely reserve.
While visiting family near Musselburgh a walk by the scrapes produced the unexpected surprise of the Marsh Sandpiper, still there after several days. A lifer for me.
September 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM
While visiting family near Musselburgh a walk by the scrapes produced the unexpected surprise of the Marsh Sandpiper, still there after several days. A lifer for me.
Lovely visit to East Chevington yesterday to get close views of the White-rumped Sandpiper which eventually showed at the North end. On the walk up we were treated to the scolding call of a Willow Tit which then emerged from cover to allow us to have a good look at each other.
September 6, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Lovely visit to East Chevington yesterday to get close views of the White-rumped Sandpiper which eventually showed at the North end. On the walk up we were treated to the scolding call of a Willow Tit which then emerged from cover to allow us to have a good look at each other.
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As Trump’s health declines, he seems completely preoccupied with his likelihood of reaching Heaven.
Guess what, Donny? It’s too late for you. On the bright side, you’ll spend eternity with your best friend, Jeffrey Epstein.
Guess what, Donny? It’s too late for you. On the bright side, you’ll spend eternity with your best friend, Jeffrey Epstein.
August 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
As Trump’s health declines, he seems completely preoccupied with his likelihood of reaching Heaven.
Guess what, Donny? It’s too late for you. On the bright side, you’ll spend eternity with your best friend, Jeffrey Epstein.
Guess what, Donny? It’s too late for you. On the bright side, you’ll spend eternity with your best friend, Jeffrey Epstein.
Went on a wee goose chase yesterday to Bowesfield Marsh for the Lesser White-fronted Goose amongst its very many Greylag friends and it certainly was wee in comparison. Thanks to @carolynfarry.bsky.social for locating the sleeping bird within the masses @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social
August 31, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Went on a wee goose chase yesterday to Bowesfield Marsh for the Lesser White-fronted Goose amongst its very many Greylag friends and it certainly was wee in comparison. Thanks to @carolynfarry.bsky.social for locating the sleeping bird within the masses @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social
Spoonbill x 8 just landed on Calor Gas Pool 12.30 @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social
August 23, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Spoonbill x 8 just landed on Calor Gas Pool 12.30 @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social
Beacon Point, Newbiggin yesterday afternoon. No Roseates on view but several Sandwich Terns. Also at least 3 adult and 3 juvenile Med Gulls, several Golden Plover in a mix of plumages plus usual Gulls, Eiders etc.
June 27, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Beacon Point, Newbiggin yesterday afternoon. No Roseates on view but several Sandwich Terns. Also at least 3 adult and 3 juvenile Med Gulls, several Golden Plover in a mix of plumages plus usual Gulls, Eiders etc.
Visited the Long Nanny at Beadnell Bay yesterday. Despite no sign of the American Black Tern it was a joy to sit with a coffee and sandwich to the cacophony of squabbling Arctic Terns feeding the many chicks on show. Well worth the short sandy yomp.
June 27, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Visited the Long Nanny at Beadnell Bay yesterday. Despite no sign of the American Black Tern it was a joy to sit with a coffee and sandwich to the cacophony of squabbling Arctic Terns feeding the many chicks on show. Well worth the short sandy yomp.
Unexpected pleasure this morning to get good views of my first ever Pacific Golden Plover from the Greatham Creek car park screen.
June 16, 2025 at 11:54 AM
Unexpected pleasure this morning to get good views of my first ever Pacific Golden Plover from the Greatham Creek car park screen.
St Aidan's more breezy today than forecast but still managed BN Grebe x 5, Bittern x 2, Marsh Harrier pair, Med Gull and the resident Little Owl. Also one Cetti's seen vs ca 20 heard, so about normal ratio! No sign of Gropper reported earlier.
June 10, 2025 at 9:04 PM
St Aidan's more breezy today than forecast but still managed BN Grebe x 5, Bittern x 2, Marsh Harrier pair, Med Gull and the resident Little Owl. Also one Cetti's seen vs ca 20 heard, so about normal ratio! No sign of Gropper reported earlier.
The Marsh Warbler at Bowesfield mid morning was eventually located well into a reed bed but its amazing mimicry was a delight to listen to during the search. Cracking bird.
June 9, 2025 at 6:11 PM
The Marsh Warbler at Bowesfield mid morning was eventually located well into a reed bed but its amazing mimicry was a delight to listen to during the search. Cracking bird.
After seeing the Glossy Ibis at Bowesfield horse field this morning, visited Saltholme for the Med Gull from Paddys Pool hide. After a few minutes it appeared and revealed its gender when on the receiving end of copulation with its BH Gull partner. @nybirdnews.bsky.social @teesbirds.bsky.social
June 5, 2025 at 12:18 PM
After seeing the Glossy Ibis at Bowesfield horse field this morning, visited Saltholme for the Med Gull from Paddys Pool hide. After a few minutes it appeared and revealed its gender when on the receiving end of copulation with its BH Gull partner. @nybirdnews.bsky.social @teesbirds.bsky.social
Great views of the juvenile WTEagle from the chevrons looking towards Sleddale around 2.00 this afternoon as it carried a rabbit prey, dropped it twice then abandoned it then fended off several local Common Buzzards with its impressive 360° flips.
June 4, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Great views of the juvenile WTEagle from the chevrons looking towards Sleddale around 2.00 this afternoon as it carried a rabbit prey, dropped it twice then abandoned it then fended off several local Common Buzzards with its impressive 360° flips.
Sad sight of a Roe Deer carcass on verge by Navigator gate opp Back Saltholme. Looks like road kill with some broken limbs 19.30hrs @teesbirds.bsky.social
May 22, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Sad sight of a Roe Deer carcass on verge by Navigator gate opp Back Saltholme. Looks like road kill with some broken limbs 19.30hrs @teesbirds.bsky.social
Wykeham Raptor Viewing Point this morning. Great views of Honey Buzzard x 3 including a close up of male HB harried by a Raven near the Viewing Point. Several Crossbills and a few Tree Pipits.
May 21, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Wykeham Raptor Viewing Point this morning. Great views of Honey Buzzard x 3 including a close up of male HB harried by a Raven near the Viewing Point. Several Crossbills and a few Tree Pipits.
Dusk last night ont' North York Moors. Nightjar x 3 at least gave short displays but maturing tree made viewing difficult. Very vocal Cuckoo and Tawny Owl, umpteen singing Willow Warblers but no sight nor sound of Woodcock.
May 21, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Dusk last night ont' North York Moors. Nightjar x 3 at least gave short displays but maturing tree made viewing difficult. Very vocal Cuckoo and Tawny Owl, umpteen singing Willow Warblers but no sight nor sound of Woodcock.
Langdon Beck yesterday. Black Grouse x 17 viewed ftom main road parking area close to the hotel. Spotted Flycatcher in trees across from the front of the hotel at the start of the road to Cow Green Reservoir.
May 18, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Langdon Beck yesterday. Black Grouse x 17 viewed ftom main road parking area close to the hotel. Spotted Flycatcher in trees across from the front of the hotel at the start of the road to Cow Green Reservoir.
River Leven, Hutton Rudby 14.00hrs. Dipper flew strongly downstream from river bend at Sexhow Rd. Unable to relocate on river as far as the church. @teesbirds.bsky.social @northyorksbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social
April 2, 2025 at 3:34 PM
River Leven, Hutton Rudby 14.00hrs. Dipper flew strongly downstream from river bend at Sexhow Rd. Unable to relocate on river as far as the church. @teesbirds.bsky.social @northyorksbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social
A long wait for my first Greenfinch of the year, in the garden this morning, resplendent in the bright sunshine. What a beautiful bird.
March 4, 2025 at 9:20 AM
A long wait for my first Greenfinch of the year, in the garden this morning, resplendent in the bright sunshine. What a beautiful bird.
Sunny morning @nosterfieldnr.bsky.social Green Woodpecker by path at Kiln, GW Egret on Flask and Little Owl on farm machinery viewed from path round fields on way back to Lingham car park. @nybirdnews.bsky.social @teesbirds.bsky.social
February 28, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Sunny morning @nosterfieldnr.bsky.social Green Woodpecker by path at Kiln, GW Egret on Flask and Little Owl on farm machinery viewed from path round fields on way back to Lingham car park. @nybirdnews.bsky.social @teesbirds.bsky.social
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"There is much that Americans disagree on, but all of us expect our government to follow the rule of law, protect due process and treat individuals in a way that we would treat others in our homes and workplaces. ... [W]e remain steadfast in our support for the rule of law." -@abaesq.bsky.social
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February 11, 2025 at 2:45 PM
"There is much that Americans disagree on, but all of us expect our government to follow the rule of law, protect due process and treat individuals in a way that we would treat others in our homes and workplaces. ... [W]e remain steadfast in our support for the rule of law." -@abaesq.bsky.social
Cowbar this morning. Water and Rock Pipits on muck heap, Fulmars and Kittiwakes on the cliffs. Cool and breezy.
February 7, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Cowbar this morning. Water and Rock Pipits on muck heap, Fulmars and Kittiwakes on the cliffs. Cool and breezy.
River Leven, Hutton Rudby 16.00hrs Goosander x5 (1m +4 redheads) from Sexhow Rd moving downstream towards church. Singing Song Thrush 16.30 by churchyard. Moorhen x3.
February 6, 2025 at 5:37 PM
River Leven, Hutton Rudby 16.00hrs Goosander x5 (1m +4 redheads) from Sexhow Rd moving downstream towards church. Singing Song Thrush 16.30 by churchyard. Moorhen x3.
Iceland Gull at Haverton across from tip entrance, distant and to the right 11.30. @teesbirds.bsky.social @teesmouthbirdclub.bsky.social
February 1, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Iceland Gull at Haverton across from tip entrance, distant and to the right 11.30. @teesbirds.bsky.social @teesmouthbirdclub.bsky.social
Drake Smew still on Lingham @nosterfieldnr.bsky.social at 11.00 far side straight over from screen @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social
January 31, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Drake Smew still on Lingham @nosterfieldnr.bsky.social at 11.00 far side straight over from screen @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social