Jamaica Bay Late February

Sherry Felix

First we did a walk with Don Riepe at Jamaica Bay in New York City. There are two immature snow geese. Can you spot them?

After that we drove to Sunset Cove and Floyd Bennett Field.

A group of snow geese feeding on a frozen lake, with tall grass in the background and a few ducks resting nearby.
Snow Geese (Chen caerulescens), Jamaica Bay 2/28/2026
Close-up of dried seed pods attached to a twig, showcasing a mix of brown and black colors against a blurred natural background.
Yucca seed pods, Jamaica Bay 2/28/2026
A view of a city skyline through barren trees and brush, showcasing tall buildings in the background, with a clear blue sky.
Manhattan skyline from Jamaica Bay 2/28/2026
A bare tree stands beside a calm pond, reflecting its branches on the water's surface, set against a clear blue sky and distant fence in a snowy landscape.
Sunset Cove 2/28/2026
A serene water landscape featuring the reflection of wooden poles in calm water, with a distant urban skyline under a clear blue sky.
Sunset Cove 2/28/2026
A grebe swimming on a calm, blue body of water.
Horned Grebe (Podiceps auritus), Floyd Bennett Field 2/28/2026

6 thoughts on “Jamaica Bay Late February”

  1. Pepper 2026-03-22 / 8:22 pm

    Very pretty images

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  2. Anne Lazarus 2026-03-22 / 9:46 am

    Jamaica Bay is lovely this time of the year. Soon the Snow Geese will leave. We were there a few days ago. The Horned Grebe is starting to transition to alternate plumage, such a clear and precise picture you took of it. If you decide to go back, I have a scope. We saw about 40-50 Green-winged Teals, Greater and some Lesser Scaup and other duck species. I saw one A. Oystercatcher, but more shorebirds should soon arrive. Sounds like you had a beautful day. There is a continuing Red-necked Grebe at the boat basin in Floyd Bennet. Let me know. Again I have the scope for good looks.

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    • Sherry Felix 2026-03-23 / 6:40 am

      Thanks Anne. Have a cold today so no outing for me.

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  3. derrickjknight 2026-03-22 / 5:10 am

    An excellent set. One second on our left and the other above your signature, I think

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