Chet Vincent was at Thompson Pond late the afternoon of February 1, 2006, watching the blackbirds come to roost for the night.  Among the hundreds of birds, mostly Red-wings, was one Yellow-headed Blackbird.  Chet was on the causeway when he saw it.  This is the sixth record of Yellow-headed Blackbird for Dutchess County.  The last one reported in the county was seen in 1989.

Chet says the blackbirds aren't at Thompson Pond during the day.  They must spend their days in the surrounding areas.  So check out any blackbird flocks you see in the northern parts of the county.  if you find the Yellow-headed one!