Speaking of ravens, Common Ravens seems to be Regular in Sherburne, Anoka and Chisago. For any reports south of these counties, however, those of us producing the seasonal reports would very much appreciate details for any birds found. Reports in Washington and Wright have been increasing, but until ravens are established there, we'd even like to have details on reports from locations in those counties.
Thanks! Paul Paul Budde Minneapolis, MN pbu...@earthlink.net -----Original Message----- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Pastor Al Schirmacher Sent: Monday, January 17, 2011 1:54 PM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: [mou-net] Raven Distribution Question Many of us are aware of the southern "pockets" of Common Ravens along the south/western edge of Sherburne Refuge (including Ann Lake), and Carlos Avery. Today I heard a Common Raven calling on the south side of Princeton, 12+ miles from their typical areas. I also seem to remember an MOU post about a significant number seen on either the Isanti or Chisago CBC. I'm wondering if we're beginning to see evidence of a more southerly distribution, or if ravens simply cover a wide area in their daily feeding/travels. Thoughts? Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Mille Lacs & Sherburne Counties PS By the way, where did all those "boreal birds" visiting in December go? Can't even find a redpoll, siskin or waxwing in the area this month. ---- Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html ---- Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html