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by nightdriver
January 2nd, 2015, 9:41 am
Forum: Bird Forum
Topic: What was your last lifer?...
Replies: 381
Views: 998682

Re: What was your last lifer?...

I made the drive up to San Francisco and back and saw the continuing Rustic Bunting. Not a bad way to spend 15 hours. ;)

Two ABA lifers in one year.....without splits....I'm on a roll :D

- nightdriver
by nightdriver
January 2nd, 2015, 9:20 am
Forum: Bird Forum
Topic: Bird ID please
Replies: 4
Views: 3936

Re: Bird ID please

With the vermiculation on some of the feathers, I would be surprised if there were some Gadwall in that bird.

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
January 1st, 2015, 5:23 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Cali Chapter Contest/Scorecard-Rules and Links Updated.
Replies: 81
Views: 36436

Re: 2014 Cali Chapter Contest/Scorecard-Rules and Links Upda

Sweet!

Thanks.

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
January 1st, 2015, 10:27 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Everything that happened with NAFHA in 2014
Replies: 6
Views: 2820

Re: Everything that happened with NAFHA in 2014

Nice work Jonathan , and to all those that participated. :beer:

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
January 1st, 2015, 12:38 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Cali Chapter Contest/Scorecard-Rules and Links Updated.
Replies: 81
Views: 36436

Re: 2014 Cali Chapter Contest/Scorecard-Rules and Links Upda

What's the deadline for entering 2014 herps......I am more behind than I thought :(

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
December 19th, 2014, 8:53 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Mono County - Needs Work
Replies: 18
Views: 5871

Re: Mono County - Needs Work

Mono is now up to 411 records. I have some more to put in, but not enough to get to 500. At least 4 new species were added this year, 3 of them amphibs. :thumb: I'll try to do a list update after I get my stuff in. Debbie House has been a big help in adding numbers and species to the list. She beat ...
by nightdriver
December 16th, 2014, 10:49 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: California NAFHA accomplishments in 2014 - complete list!
Replies: 19
Views: 4726

Re: California NAFHA accomplishments in 2014 - looking for i

I believe Fundad led a contingent at the LA Natural History Museum and Nicolas also had his pictures displayed. Not to mention the numerous donations of DOR's to the museum. I'd be remiss in not mentioning my daughters were valuable volunteers at this years LAEEF. Seeing kids with herps gave other k...
by nightdriver
November 18th, 2014, 8:14 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: NAFHA - Hands off Amphibs policy?
Replies: 31
Views: 19143

Re: NAFHA - Hands off Amphibs policy?

Some sort of caution is certainly worth considering. I certainly try not to handle whenever ....possible?? I gave up trying to take fancy naturefake shots years ago.....Unfortunately, I pretty much stopped photoing all together. I typically only photo now for entries into the database. However, we a...
by nightdriver
November 7th, 2014, 9:17 pm
Forum: Bird Forum
Topic: What was your last lifer?...
Replies: 381
Views: 998682

Re: What was your last lifer?...

It's been a while since I got one, but a lifer showed up 20 minutes from my house. Olive-backed Pipit Monday in Yorba Linda, CA.

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
October 23rd, 2014, 8:27 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Nafha shirts
Replies: 8
Views: 2137

Re: Nafha shirts

Can you post a photo of the design?

Nightdriver
by nightdriver
October 1st, 2014, 9:08 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: GPS Errors.. All Records with GPS errors will be excluded.
Replies: 12
Views: 3362

Re: GPS Errors.. All Records with GPS errors will be exclude

Either I don't have any, or I'm not doing it right. Either way, thanks for the reminder that I need to get my records in.

nightdriver

....and feel free to get that gigantic banner any time you want :roll:
by nightdriver
September 3rd, 2014, 10:24 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Cobra on the loose in Thousand Oaks
Replies: 11
Views: 5350

Re: Cobra on the loose in Thousand Oaks

I heard on the radio the encounter with the dog happened Monday, but the story just really broke today. That thing could be blocks away by now. Though it's probably holed up under some house. Interesting how they have determined what species it is. I see a white cobra. .....Cobra ID is not really my...
by nightdriver
July 31st, 2014, 8:50 pm
Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
Topic: Pituophis experts, ID assistance?
Replies: 17
Views: 8959

Re: Pituophis experts, ID assistance?

I would be surprised if this snake came from outside the range of a San Diego based on the "yellow-golden" coloration. I've found snakes nearly identical to this one in coastal LA County. That being said, it wouldn't surprise me if it came from an area where Great Basin or pacific(least fa...
by nightdriver
July 8th, 2014, 10:50 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Entry advice on a Garter
Replies: 4
Views: 1025

Re: Entry advice on a Garter

Looks good for mountain to me, but what do I know :? Mountains tend to be at those higher elevations on the east side.

nightdriver
by nightdriver
June 30th, 2014, 1:24 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: My first Western Groundsnake
Replies: 9
Views: 2561

Re: My first Western Groundsnake

Nice. I also just got my first ever for California(second total) in 40 plus years of herping in the state. I've never been so happy or so sad to find a DOR.

nightdriver
by nightdriver
June 30th, 2014, 1:12 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Unreasonably Long May and June Report
Replies: 10
Views: 2103

Re: Unreasonably Long May and June Report

Great stuff.

As a BIRPER, I really like the feeding frenzy of birds. Very unusual right on the shoreline.

Nightdriver.
by nightdriver
June 19th, 2014, 10:03 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Important info re: the 2014 NAFHA meeting in the SW
Replies: 5
Views: 2268

Re: Important info re: the 2014 NAFHA meeting in AZ

Lot's of great birds. Especially the hummingbirds for all you "BIRPers" out there. One of the top birding destinations in the country. If you want info on birding spots or are after a specific bird target, PM me and I can try to steer you right. And by the way, I've got 8 acres near Portal...
by nightdriver
June 15th, 2014, 8:48 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Reminder
Replies: 9
Views: 2252

Reminder

Hello herpers, Just a reminder, Greg Pauly at the LA Co Natural History Museum can still use your DOR's. They are doing genetic and stomach content studies so stuff from "intergrade zones" and even the common stuff(especially urbanized area snakes) are really useful. They don't even need t...
by nightdriver
April 12th, 2014, 9:43 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Epic Road Trip/Herping Trip; Introduction!
Replies: 12
Views: 2658

Re: Epic Road Trip/Herping Trip; Introduction!

Depending on the weather, you may be out there a little early for nightdriving. That may make it difficult to find long-noses. But then again, you may see dozens of them. The Cima Dome area will probably be your best bet for tortoise and scutes. Any rocky hillside or outcrop could/should have chucks...
by nightdriver
April 7th, 2014, 8:35 pm
Forum: Reading Room
Topic: wanted some old magazine's
Replies: 3
Views: 2892

Re: wanted some old magazine's

Have you tried ebay?
by nightdriver
March 21st, 2014, 9:02 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Stupid Question # 624
Replies: 7
Views: 2966

Re: Stupid Question # 624

Fieldnotes wrote:to Pioneertown, San Bernardino Co. (Stebbins 2003) and Powder Canyon in Los Angeles Co. (Haas et al 2002)

I believe the one I posted a few days ago would be farther North than Powder Canyon, but a little more East. :thumb:

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
March 16th, 2014, 8:37 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: You saw a what?Where?
Replies: 2
Views: 1115

You saw a what?Where?

I took my oldest daughter for a little hike in the hills. They put up these signs everywhere. http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x339/catbird117/c8bf0f27-ada2-4abb-b34b-dc5381341f80_zps16de9e07.jpg [/URL][/img] Someone should call and tell them they have that things the wrong color. :lol: http://i1...
by nightdriver
March 12th, 2014, 7:57 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Educational Materials
Replies: 0
Views: 890

Educational Materials

Though we had a good turnout at the Arboretum, we really didn't have any NAFHA material to hand out. :roll: I'm sure Jeff would appreciate copies of anything that has previously been developed that he could use at future events. The LAEEF event will most likely be there for us for as long as we want...
by nightdriver
March 9th, 2014, 3:14 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Educational Opportunity LA
Replies: 28
Views: 5850

Re: Educational Opportunity LA ...a Success

It was a beautiful day at the Arboretum and I'm glad I brought my EZ-up. Some pics: Our happy herping staff. http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x339/catbird117/DSC00810_zps58d37e1b.jpg http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x339/catbird117/DSC00870_zpsfc0e67de.jpg http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x...
by nightdriver
March 7th, 2014, 9:53 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Educational Opportunity LA
Replies: 28
Views: 5850

Re: Educational Opportunity LA

I'll take some pictures.

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
February 23rd, 2014, 7:55 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Herp-Inspired Music
Replies: 23
Views: 21852

Re: Herp-Inspired Music

There is of course Whitesnake , Kingsnake, and Viper just off the top of my head. And lets us not forget the classic song "Boa Constrictor" as in " I'm being swallowed by a boa constrictor......" One of my favorites as a kid. And at least a couple of "Rattlesnake Shake"...
by nightdriver
February 23rd, 2014, 11:55 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Mono County - Needs Work
Replies: 18
Views: 5871

Re: Mono County - Needs Work

Valley Garters, contrary to many field guides this snake does not occur in Mono or Inyo Counties. The idea that is does, possibly originated from miss identified Thamnophis e. elegans. A reliable source informed me that they have found Banded Gecko, Chucks, Blind Snake, and even Lyre Snakes at spec...
by nightdriver
February 20th, 2014, 9:09 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Mono County - Needs Work
Replies: 18
Views: 5871

Re: Mono County - Needs Work

It wouldn't surprise me at all if zonata were in Mono, and I'd be happy to voucher the first one in the database 8-)

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
February 20th, 2014, 5:18 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Mono County - Needs Work
Replies: 18
Views: 5871

Re: Mono County - Needs Work

OK. Let’s see if this works. I copied Taylor Henry’s post and updated the best I can. Just a little commentary. ;) Not in taxinomic order....Mono now has 243 records, 206 vouchered. “The following records for Mono County may be incorrect: Barred Spiny Lizard (possible taxonomic confusion) Mono Count...
by nightdriver
February 17th, 2014, 8:57 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 2014 California Chapter Events
Replies: 13
Views: 1980

Re: 2014 California Chapter Events

Fundad,

I'll defer to Jeff. Since I don't keeps herps anymore and haven't had the pleasure of representing at an event before, I'm mainly a warm body and eye candy :lol:

I don't think you and I live too far apart, I could probably get them from you if Jeff wants to use them.

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
February 14th, 2014, 9:27 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 1,000 + ALL TIME HERP Records Club (California Chapter)
Replies: 39
Views: 7126

Re: 1,000 + ALL TIME HERP Records Club (California Chapter)

I pledge to ...... what Fundad said. I think all entries that aren't "bad" are good entries. I you get my drift. The 80 millionth fence lizard entry for Los Angeles might not be as useful as the first record of something in Modoc, but if it's accurate, it's still good data. Yes we rock. So...
by nightdriver
February 12th, 2014, 7:26 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 1,000 + ALL TIME HERP Records Club (California Chapter)
Replies: 39
Views: 7126

Re: 1,000 + ALL TIME HERP Records Club (California Chapter)

I for one have started competing with myself............for the most part ;) . I have challenged myself to try to document any herp I see, trying not to duplicate any ...............intentionally....... and better my count each year. My ability to memorize every sagebrush lizard I see is fruitless. ...
by nightdriver
February 6th, 2014, 8:59 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Friend Challenge !
Replies: 9
Views: 2132

Re: Friend Challenge !

I talked my one and only friend into it last year. Now she's my nemisis ;)

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
February 6th, 2014, 8:44 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Educational Opportunity LA
Replies: 28
Views: 5850

Re: Educational Opportunity LA

Same info posted on Fundad's thread on CA Chapter events. "35th Annual Los Angeles Environmental Education Fair (LAEEF) “Finding Our Way To A Greener Earth”, to be held Saturday, March 8th, 2013 from 9am to 3pm at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia." "Join ...
by nightdriver
February 6th, 2014, 8:35 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: 2014 California Chapter Events
Replies: 13
Views: 1980

Re: 2014 California Chapter Events

We doing a kids day this year? LAEEF "35th Annual Los Angeles Environmental Education Fair (LAEEF) “Finding Our Way To A Greener Earth”, to be held Saturday, March 8th, 2013 from 9am to 3pm at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia." "Join us as several thousan...
by nightdriver
February 4th, 2014, 8:44 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Educational Opportunity LA
Replies: 28
Views: 5850

Re: Educational Opportunity LA

I plan on being there. I'll probably bring my daughter as a worker bee. I think the Southwestern Herp Society will be there as well. I hear a number of organizations brought herps last year. I even bought a NAFHA t-shirt to promote the cause. -nightdriver Hopefully, a few of the turtles in the lagoo...
by nightdriver
February 2nd, 2014, 12:23 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Cali Chapter Contest/Scorecard-Rules and Links Updated.
Replies: 81
Views: 36436

Re: 2013 Cali Chapter Contest/Scorecard-Rules and Links Upda

I saw over 200 DOR on a trip up the 5 to San Jose one day. That's why I need a car that can take pictures of the herps without having to slow down.

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
January 29th, 2014, 9:41 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: How many people will download the NAHERP phone app in 2014?
Replies: 13
Views: 2770

Re: How many people will download the NAHERP phone app in 20

It just might be the reason for me to upgrade to a new phone. Well that and the other million cool things I can't do with my hand-me-down that barely even makes calls.... :? Now if I could somehow talk my wife into paying for it.... ;) Has anyone else noticed how phones got smaller, and smaller, and...
by nightdriver
January 29th, 2014, 9:17 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Some recent non-herps for anyone who is interested
Replies: 22
Views: 3763

Re: Some recent non-herps for anyone who is interested

Great pictures as always, but unless it was in Africa or a zoo, the cormorant is a Double-crested.

- nightdriver....bird, herp, repeat as needed :thumb:
by nightdriver
January 28th, 2014, 9:11 pm
Forum: Herpetoculture Forum
Topic: breeding feeder fish
Replies: 19
Views: 7224

Re: breeding feeder fish

I'll throw sailfin molly in as a option. They get to around 3 inches and are prolific enough to have become established as exotics in some areas. A buddy of mine used to keep African cichlids in his koi pond in the summer, where they would breed, then bring them indoors when the weather cooled. - ni...
by nightdriver
January 14th, 2014, 10:42 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Hey Everyone check this link out County by County Records
Replies: 33
Views: 7151

Re: Hey Everyone check this link out County by County Recor

Mono Lutosus 10 The rest of CA 0 8-) Mono is kickin' gluteus :lol: My goals for the year.....again....Mono sidewinder..........Inyo lutosus................ :roll: Maybe I'll just spend all my time recording zebratails until Mono is the Callisaurus capitol of the state ;) Is there a species number (d...
by nightdriver
January 9th, 2014, 10:03 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Which Exotic Species are Really Scary?
Replies: 30
Views: 13860

Re: Which Exotic Species are Really Scary?

I remember hearing of a neonate king cobra being found in everglades. Whether or not it is true I couldn't say. Certainly the potential exists for some really scary stuff to become established or get loose should a hurricane take out the wrong herp breeder. I always tell the firemen I work with to b...
by nightdriver
January 8th, 2014, 10:24 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Best news all year...
Replies: 46
Views: 9398

Re: Best news all year...

Herp party at Jim's.

I'll bring the :beer:

Looks like a cool place. Good luck.

- nightdriver
by nightdriver
January 3rd, 2014, 11:16 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: CA entries so far this year (2014)
Replies: 6
Views: 1298

Re: CA entries so far this year (2014)

I've entered every single herp I've found.....or rather....found me :o

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
December 22nd, 2013, 7:38 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Educational Opportunity LA
Replies: 28
Views: 5850

Re: Educational Opportunity LA

I might be able to do it. There is a chance, though fairly slim, that I might be working it as part of my regular job. I can at least get the info for getting us in.

-nightdriver
by nightdriver
December 19th, 2013, 9:43 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Educational Opportunity LA
Replies: 28
Views: 5850

Educational Opportunity LA

The LA Arboretum is having its 35th Environmental Education Fair(LAEEF) on March 8th. I can get us in (no feat really) if Jeff or ??? is interested participating. and taking some herps. If you've never been, it's aimed at kids mostly and has various exhibitors/organizations related to environmental ...
by nightdriver
December 15th, 2013, 6:49 pm
Forum: Bird Forum
Topic: One of the reasons I don't chase rarities....very often
Replies: 15
Views: 6018

Re: One of the reasons I don't chase rarities....very often

I think the ABA will only review if the State accepts the record. I love to chase. I'll chase a "lifer" ABA bird if it's within a days drive....and I have time. Of course the closer the better. I never look at anything as being a waste if I miss the bird. I look at it as an opportunity to ...
by nightdriver
December 7th, 2013, 10:52 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Today at work...
Replies: 64
Views: 11313

Re: Today at work...

Jim, That's a way cool memory immortalized in song... and it's Ann Wilson that put on a few.......But still the greatest female rock voice of all time ...in my humble opinion. :thumb:

Stevie Nicks, Linda Ronstadt - very hot ........and great singers.

Let's also not forget Pat Benatar 8-)
by nightdriver
November 27th, 2013, 10:26 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Thank You to all those that helped with the SSC range Maps
Replies: 8
Views: 1806

Re: Thank You to all those that helped with the SSC range Ma

I echo the positive comments......echo the positive comments..................echo the positive comments.........................echo the positive comments............ The best thing about these sort of things is that it perpetuates the desire to go out and find new locations for these herps. The de...
by nightdriver
November 13th, 2013, 8:47 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: San Diego Natural History Museum
Replies: 2
Views: 903

San Diego Natural History Museum

Saw this advertised: Family Day: Reptile Round-Up What’s as old as a dinosaur and more diverse than any mammal? Reptiles, of course! Join us this Saturday, November 16 from 11 AM to 3 PM to learn more about the lives of these incredible creatures. Take part in activities, crafts, and face painting, ...