[cobirds] Lewis's Woodpecker, Centenial Cone Park, Jefferson County
Today I deiced to head to a different Jeffco park. Centennial Cone, in Clear Creek Canyon. I parked at the West Trailhead and hiked a part of Elk Ridge Trail. On the way back I found two *Lewis's Woodpeckers. * I found them in a gully area with several cottonwoods, some dead and a few alive. They were activity flycatching. The area is about 300 feet or so from the parking lot, if google maps is right. To get there you will need to park at the West Trailhead, be advised there is multiple trailheads, you want Centennial Cone West Trailhead. From Golden take US 6 through Clear Creek Canyon. At the intersection with HWY 119, Peak to Peak Highway, follow 119 about a quarter mile to Douglas Mountain rd. Take this snakey narrow road to the trailhead, there is a large wooden sign for Jeffco Parks. From the parking lot follow Elk Ridge Trail, don't go down the Travios Trail. Stay on Elk Ridge Trail. The trail at this point is not to difficult, past the woodpecker area it gets steep. They are in the cottonwood gully you will come to, the trail bends to the right then cross on the other side of the gully. They might even have a nest, but I could not verify that. One other important note, Centennial Cone has alternating travel use on weekends. Hiking/horse prohibited on Even-numbered Weekend days and biking prohibited on odd numbered weekend days. There is a $50 fine. Don't let this bird be a $50 woodpecker. Plan accordingly. Good Birding Brian Johnson, Englewood -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/f8d8e5e7-2a10-40b2-a048-ce83a58f67d1n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: JeffCo: Brown Pelican— Chatfield State Park
At 10:20 I saw the Brown Pelican high over the Gravel Pit that the scuba divers train in. It was high and heading south. This was after seeing it high and heading north east, so it could be heading anywhere if it is not at Chatfield still. On Sunday, April 17, 2022 at 8:33:18 AM UTC-6 mlest...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi All, > > The Brown Pelican is now at Chatfield, near South Platte Delta. Walk out > as far as you can from Kingfisher lot. Currently hanging out with small > group of American White Pelicans, but obscured by trees. Herony Overlook > may provide unobscured looks. > > Michael Lester > Littleton > > Sent from my iPhone -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/06ae3ad5-8821-46ca-8919-034938f583cen%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Slaty-backed Gull redound, Larimer
Hi, I will be at Waneka Lake today, so please report any Slaty-backed Gull here as soon as possible. I would jump for it if it is still around. Thanks Brian On Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 4:39:21 PM UTC-6 Nick Komar wrote: > Joe Kipper spotted the gull this afternoon at Horseshoe Lake southwest > corner. Thanks Joe! > > Nick Komar > Fort Collins CO > -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5d70989c-cb16-486c-bc32-4d5abafbd229n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Spotted Sandpiper, Arapahoe County
Today I went for a short walk at Centennial Park, I start at the far east end and survey the Platte River. There I meet Lynda who told me she saw a different looking shorebird. I saw it at the same time, pure white belly, dull brown above and a small faint eye ring. It was bobbing as it feed along the shoreline. I believed it to be a Solitary Sandpiper, but looking things over more I believe it's a Spotted Sandpiper, both are odd this time of year. We saw the bird along the South Platte across from the Englewood Water treatment, downstream of the Union blvd overpass. It was bellow the spillway that is part of the water treatment plant. There is a parking lot next to the far eastern ball field in the park. From there just cross the Platte river trail, the spillway is right there. Happy New year Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/8c4b9b65-c8a1-4e97-ad0b-79e7f2da97cbn%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Aurora Reservoir, Arapahoe County
Today I made the drive all the way out to Aurora Reservoir. I first stopped at the swim beach and had the misfortune to be contending with the sun. The lake was also unfrozen leading to a lot of water to search. The sun glare was so bad I wound up moving over to the east parking lot. I met Jim (did not get a last name) at the fishing dock and two other birds (didn't get their names) before moving over to the east parking lot and Jim followed me over. There we we meet Diann Roberts. Diann got use on tow *Rose's Goose* and a *Snow Goose,* one each. Also present was a white Cackling Goose, likely leucistic, amid the thousands of Cackling Gees. I had not yet found the Red Necked Grebe or any of the loons so I moved back to the swim beach hoping the sun glare was not as bad. I was in luck and it was not so bad. Diann had also moved back to this spot and was able to help me find the two *Common Loons* along with the *Red-necked Grebe* (which was near a Western Grebe) and two *White Winged Scooters*. I never did find the Pacific Loon. The Red-necked Grebe was exiting for me. I had been in south Texas recently where I saw Least Grebes. With the Red-necked Grebe I have now see every North American nesting grebe in on calendar year, a first for me. Thanks Diann for helping me on the grebes. Marry Christmas Good birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/4093ff74-b807-4497-a1ec-eb18a79e2819n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Bushtit Blitz, Denver County
This morning at work, Hampden Branch of the Denver Public Library, as I usually do I was siting in the car in the parking lot listing to the birds and watching them. I usualy arrive a bit early so this is what I do to decompress from a tough commute. Today a a supper flock of Bushtits came flying out of the pine tree into the small chary tree near my car. I counted as they flew by, and kept count. I got 31 Bushtits, I have never seen so many in a flock before. I got 20 some before but not this many. That little line of them, four in a group followed by nothing followed by four more, kept going. They were heading south in a hurry. I usual call a group like this a Bushtit Blitz, mostly because it sound cool, and it really is kinda a blitz. Not an unusual sighing but pretty good when you are not planing on a major birding trip and just sitting in the car. Brian Johnson, Engelewood CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/9c75f9db-ce2b-4c4a-812b-3bc7719f6bd9n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Cherry Creek Neotrop
The bird was present today at noon at the Marina, seen from the dame trail. Sorry for the late response, I can't post on my phone. Good Birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO On Sunday, October 17, 2021 at 10:39:38 AM UTC-6 Doug Faulkner wrote: > Hello all, > > The neotropic cormorant is currently feeding with two double-cresteds off > of Pelican Point. > > Doug Faulkner > Arvada, CO > -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/e463ffa1-302f-41a1-ae74-046e7598f488n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Mississippi Kites in Denver’s Clayton neighborhood
The Kites were present today at around 1pm. I was driving north on MLK BLVD and Columbine when I saw two, one soaring overhead the other at tree top level. Good birding Brian Johnson, Englewood CO On Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 10:07:56 AM UTC-6 pato...@gmail.com wrote: > Not one, not two, but three continuing Mississippi Kites seen Saturday > morning along 33rd Avenue between Columbine and Clayton streets. After some > initial confusion about IDs, those of us there (including Meg Reck, Bez B., > Doug Schoch and others) believe there are two adults and one juvenile. Also > around are at least 10 other species, including a pair of Downy WP, Blue > Jays, Western Wood-Pewee, nuthatches, etc. , making for a nice Saturday > outing to go with the Denver County rarities. > > Good kiting! > > Patrick O’Driscoll > Denver > > -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/c5076480-e577-4cd1-9a36-a35aa6aaead5n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Evening Grosbeaks, Jefferson County
Hi, Sorry for the late post, I meant to get this out last night but I was having a bad headache. Anyways yesterday I hiked Staunton State Park and along the Staunton Ranch Trail, access it from Davis Meadow Parking Lot, I found a flock of about 7 *Evening Grosbeaks,* along the Ranch trail. They were moving around a lot, but I found them in the stretch from the trailhead at the parking lot and the Historic Cabins trail intersection. At that intersection was a *Canada Jay*, which can be found at the park. The Grosbeaks proved cooperative and even were hoping about on the trail. I found them first from their calls. One another note, there is a sign along Staunton Ranch trail letting you know you are in Park County, which helps me divide up my check lists easier. Good birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/e01637fe-6445-4ecf-879c-24035f4365b0n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Blue-winged Warbler, Denver County, Yes
Sometime yesterday someone, I don't know who but thank you, found a Blue-winged Warbler at the same place were the Yellow-crowned Night-heron was. The bird was staying high up in the the trees gleaning with Yellow-rumped Warblers. Me and several others saw it about 9:50 today in light rain. It's a beauty and a lifer for me. To reach this place take Green Valley Ranch Blvd to Himalaya Dr and park on the other side of the street in the neighborhood at 53rd street or around there. There is a public pathway following the creek and a golf course, the golf course is a privet with fines for trespassing so be careful where you walk and respect this property. Just stay on the path and you should be fine. The bird was staying with the old cottonwoods. The night heron was also still there. Hopefully if it sticks around someone will update this thread. Ebird hotspot is First Creek at Green Valley Ranch. Good Birding, Brian Johnson -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5cd9a39a-896d-406a-9027-41577f30444an%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] Re: [wsbn] Brown-capped rosy finch behavior
It's sad but interesting about the finch behavior. I had know about crows doing this, called a crow funeral, but not finches. I have however seen behavior like this in two other birds species. The more recent one also involved a Cooper's Hawk. I had gotten home from work late afternoon to find the American Robins really raising cain, I had not seen them so agitated before. Eventual I found the reason, a Cooper's Hawk with a dead robin. The hawk flew to the neighbor's house and the robins continued to harass it. Eventual the hawk left with it's kill. The other one has stuck with me even more, it seem even more sad to me for some reason . I was driving through downtown Englewood, Hampden Ave and Inca about, and slowing down in the usual traffic I saw a dead female Mallard (hen) in the gutter, apparently struck by a car, the male (drake) was on the sidewalk. The drake was leaning over the curb and nudging the hen's body. I only saw it for around 30 seconds since I was driving through and only got a glance but it remains so vivid to me to this day, and very sad. This one especially seemed to be mourning behavoir. Sometimes sad birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood Co On Sunday, May 2, 2021 at 6:45:10 PM UTC-6 Carol wrote: > I once witnessed a Cooper’s Hawk killing of a juvenile Blue Jay and the > grief of its parent that about broke my heart. > The Cooper fled over my yard and for some reason dropped its prey. The > parent had been chasing and squawking after the Cooper, but stopped and > perched on a tree limb when it saw the fledgling on the ground. The parent > began to call loudly to the bird, but after awhile the tone of the call > changed dramatically and became what I would describe as a slurred, gentle > wailing. It cried over that dead baby for at least 15 minutes and was just > heart-breaking to hear. Finally it flew away quietly and I dried my eyes. > > Carol Blackard > carolblackard.com > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 2, 2021, at 6:33 PM, Shep & Mary Harris wrote: > > > > Glad you all were able to witness this behavior. > It's sad, but how incredibly interesting that they are so very social and > bonded. > I was able to watch this behavior a couple times; once in Southern Africa > with lesser striped swallows doing what looked like trying to revive their > dead comrade and then a black-billed magpie gathering. BTW - do you need > any window treatments to prevent this from happening again? I have tons of > samples. > Thanks for sharing! > Mary > > On Sun, 2 May 2021 at 11:22, Bryan wrote: > >> Hello- >> I've continued to host rosy finches in my yard at 8000 feet in Snowmass >> Village, up to 500 birds at a time of three species. Today, unfortunately, >> two of the Brown-capped rosy-finches crashed into a window and died. What >> followed was sad and remarkable. For about the next hour, up to perhaps >> 200 of the finches gathered in the trees around the two dead finches. They >> would descend and gather immediately around the birds, up to 100 at a time >> and linger next to the dead finches. On occasion one of the finches would >> land on top of one of the dead birds, flapping its wings, reminiscent of >> copulation, or, as my 10-year-old son put it, "doing CPR." This continued >> for about an hour or so. I don't think that any of the attending birds >> were Gray-crowned or Black rosy-finches but I'm not totally sure of that. >> It reminds me of the behavior of mourning elephants that linger around the >> body of a dead relative, as I've seen on nature documentaries. My children >> took a brief video of the experience. >> Bryan Gieszl >> Snowmass Village, CO >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "WSBN" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to wsbn+uns...@googlegroups.com. >> To view this discussion on the web visit >> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/wsbn/BN6PR1301MB21316E26A6B568C84533752BA35C9%40BN6PR1301MB2131.namprd13.prod.outlook.com >> >> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/wsbn/BN6PR1301MB21316E26A6B568C84533752BA35C9%40BN6PR1301MB2131.namprd13.prod.outlook.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> >> . >> > -- > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google > > Groups "Colorado Birds" group. > To post to this group, send email to cob...@googlegroups.com > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en > * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include > bird species and location in the sub
[cobirds] Phenomenal Day along the South Platte River
Walking my patch, running from Bowls Ave to the Northern Wildlife Area just south of Reynodl's Landing Park, along the river I hit an incredible count of birds today, 40 species in a 2 mile walk. Generaly I run a count of 21 birds, with thirty being a rely good day. All spices of Swallow that can be expected here except Cliff, Northern Rough, Violet-green Tree and Barn, were present. Their was four *Buffleheads *still present, they usually leave the river and head for the open lakes around the area by this time. Highlights were *Cinnamon Teal,* always a joy, and a *Wood Duck.* The *Blue-winged Teals* were out in force today also, I counted 13, usually I get four or six. As I walked back to the car I was at 39 and found myself hoping for a Rock Pigeon, not exiting but I hadn't seen it yet that morning and it would put me at 40. Instead of a boring pigeon I got a *Black-crowned Night-Heron,* more exiting then a pigeon (sorry pigeons your still cool-ish). Also I found two *Audubon Yellow-rumped Warblers*, my first warblers of the season. Warblers and singing birds, it's rely starting to sound and look like spring. Good Birding, Brian Johnson -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/1bb1f0c3-709b-4b17-9d3a-6cb88d8fd313n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Changing Common Names of birds; example, Steller’s Jay
This has been an interesting thread. I have had an interest in the names behind the bird names. I know of two books that might be of interest for anyone. *Who's Bird: Common Bird Names and the People they commemorate* by Bob Boelens and Micheal Watkins This book covers the world and includes names up to the time of publishing, 2004, as we know things have changed since then. It is an encyclopedia so the entries are brief. Also goes over extinct bird names if it honors someone. There is also an explanation for how to name birds. One more local in interest *Audubon to Xantus: The Lives of those Commemorated in North American Bird Names* by Barabara Means Published in 1992 so some bird names have changed, Xantus Murelet has since been split and is not longer a name for any bird (but Xantus still has a Hummingbird in Baja California) it has longer entries for the people, it however only covers birds north of the border. Their is an appendix that covers birds that are subspecies and birds that were once considered spices but are now subspecies. This author also has Biographies for Birdwatchers, which covers the Western Paleartic and includes overlap from the other book, such as Alexander Wilson, who was from Scotland. Anyway, I am a librarian so I wanted to offer some books. Both are out of print however but you can get them used or from your library. Good reading, good birding Brian Johnson, Englewood CO On Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 6:57:16 AM UTC-6 mvjo...@gmail.com wrote: > Really entertaining dialogue on naming birds, often named for the least > conspicuous feature. I also love bird names that might be longer than the > actual bird...like Northern Beardless Tyrannulet. (CuriousIs there a > Tyrannult with a beard?...My mind is picturing this!!) Along with Hugh's > disdain for Least (which I agree) would be the boastful and judgement > laddened "Greater"like Greater Yellowlegs. > > John Rawinski > Monte Vista, CO > > On Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 12:30:12 PM UTC-6 rori...@earthlink.net > wrote: > >> >> Peter the Great,Tsar of all of Russia, invited Georg W. Steller, a German >> scientist to come to Russia and help explore and catalogue it’s natural >> history. In 1741 Steller joined the Vitus Bering Expedition in sailing east >> to discover what was out there. After several weeks they bumped into new >> land now known as Alaska. Steller discovered a jay, now known as Steller’s >> Jay. The expedition sailed west exploring the Aleutians. Out of many of >> Steller’s new discoveries was a new eagle, now known as Steller’s Sea Eagle. >> >> Doesn’t the eponymic name Steller’s Jay evoke more romance, interest, and >> wonder than if it was just called, for convenience, say “Mountain” Jay? >> >> Bob Righter >> Denver, CO >> > -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/8182d371-7abe-4373-a81b-09b39f5971d8n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Sad News from Barr Lake, Adams County
I learned last night that the tree that was holding <https://denver.cbslocal.com/2021/04/05/barr-lake-state-park-bald-eagles-eaglets-tree-falls/> the Bald Eagle Nest at Barr Lake fell. The nest was destroyed and the eaglets died. Park Rangers hope to put the basket up in another tree later this summer. Such things happen naturally in nature, but still it's sad. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/be4e1487-8549-4dbe-ba25-39cb4ddbba7bn%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] A few sightings before the freeze on January 30th.
"They call me a 'kingfisher' but all I caught was this tree. My mother-in-law was right, I am going nowhere.' Brian Johnson, Engelwood CO On Friday, February 19, 2021 at 7:18:51 PM UTC-7 slvbl...@gmail.com wrote: > "I'm not a robin, but just sitting here with these things bob, bob, > bobbing along." > > On Fri, Feb 19, 2021 at 1:34 PM Lori Pivonka wrote: > >> Beautiful baubles for a King! >> >> On Feb 19, 2021, at 12:03 PM, 'DuWayne Worthington' via Colorado Birds < >> cob...@googlegroups.com> wrote: >> >> How about" Inspirational decorations for a Kingly abode" >> or "'Interior Designer Trinkets fit for a King" >> *DuWayne Worthington* >> *Science Teaching Faculty* >> >> *Valor Christian High School* >> *Influence through Excellence* >> *3775 Grace Blvd.* >> *Highlands Ranch, CO 80126* >> *303-471-3000 x 3278 <(303)%20471-3000>* >> *www.govalor.com <http://www.govalor.com/>* >> >> >> On Thu, Feb 18, 2021 at 10:09 AM Brian Roy wrote: >> >>> I am happy to announce I contacted the ranger at South Platt Park and he >>> said they were going to take a look to see "us old-guys" can get it >>> (fishing gear) down. >>> >>> On Thu, Feb 18, 2021 at 9:22 AM Brian Roy wrote: >>> >>>> I'm using the bitter cold to get back to editing and rating photos. >>>> Here are a few of my favorites from January 30th. Specifically, I was at >>>> Eaglewatch Lake and the neighboring Blackrock Lake at South Platte Park. >>>> >>>> On the whole, I saw about >>>> - 15 Gadwalls >>>> - 10 Mallards >>>> - 1 Bald Eagle >>>> - 1 Kestrel >>>> - 1 Red-Tailed Hawk >>>> - 1 Great blue heron that almost flew into me, and I didn't get a >>>> picture because I was looking at a blurry image of *said red-tailed >>>> hawk* on my cell phone. It is a sensitive subject still. >>>> - 1 (sad but I suppose necessary) dead beaver. >>>> >>>> And my favorite of the day is the kingfisher amongst fishing gear. Even >>>> though I can't see its eyes, the juxtaposition is incredible. >>>> >>>> >>>> Okay, here is where you contribute to a caption for the kingfisher >>>> photo. Sassier the better. Let's hear it! >>>> >>>> I'll start it up: >>>> - A king amongst pawnfishers >>>> >>>> Brian Roy >>>> TheBeakGeek.com (I'll let you know when the site is officially >>>> launched) >>>> Littleton, Colorado >>>> >>>> -- >>>> -- >>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >>>> To post to this group, send email to cob...@googlegroups.com >>>> For more options, visit this group at >>>> http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en >>>> * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. >>>> Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate >>>> --- >>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>>> an email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. >>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/7ef41dbf-73f3-4f95-8061-3d91db1b79fan%40googlegroups.com >>>> >>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/7ef41dbf-73f3-4f95-8061-3d91db1b79fan%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> >>>> . >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> >>> Brian Roy >>> TheBeakGeek.com <http://thebeakgeek.com/> >>> Littleton, Colorado >>> >>> >>> -- >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >>> To post to this group, send email to cob...@googlegroups.com >>> For more options, visit this group at >>> http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en >>> * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. >>> Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate >>> --- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the G
[cobirds] Mexican Duck, Arapahoe County
After work at the library nearby I went over to Cherry Creek Reservoir to see if the Mexican Duck was still present. It was. A couple from Colorado Springs (if I remember right) were the ones that found it for me and a few others. I didn't get their name but I am quit grateful, the duck was well hidden at the time in the priers in some shadows. This is at the marina on the west side of the park. It was a good afternoon, other then that awful wind, the reservoir was nearly frozen over with only the marina it's self open. And it was chock full of Common Mergansers. At least around 500 of them, I broke the ebird filter with that count. I have seen Common Mergs in rafts before but not so densely packed. It was amazing. Along with them were several Red-breasted Mergansers (broke another filter) and a lone Long-tailed Duck in the middle of that supper raft, along with Bufflheads, Common Goldeneyes (no Barrows that I found), Mallards and a lone Lesser Scaup. Also cool, Hooded Mergansers, so I saw all three mergs in one spot. Always a good achievement. Along with the ducks their were several gulls, Ring-billed, a few Herring, one California and a interesting hybrid. There was also two Bald Eagles that the other birds didn't seem to mind. One odd thing, I saw no Coots, which are usually all over the place. Someone mentioned seeing a few so they are their, just not as numerous. Good birding, good company and good weather (minus the wind). Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/796b2093-1fca-41cf-b497-79c79311980fn%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Frozen River Walk, South Platte River, Arapahoe County
Correction, my photo caption was for another photo that I did not upload (hard to tell from that small preview window), but this photo shows a male and female Bufflehead with a Common Goldeneye female. Brian Johnson Englewood Co On Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 12:10:31 PM UTC-7 Brian Johnson wrote: > > Despite the cold, which I actually enjoy, I went for a walk today in the > -5 degree wealth along the South Platte River, between Bowles and the > Northern Wildlife Area, which is near Reynolds's Landing park. Despite the > cold I wound up with an average bird count, 22 species. Lots and lots of > Cackling geese and mallards. There was 10 Greater Scaups in the usual spot, > which is just upstream of Reynolds's Landing and just outside of the > Northern Wildlife Area's north entrance, the river pools here before a boat > shoot and the Scaups have always loved this area for some reason. Sometimes > they are in the Wildlife Area. > And yes, I know I am crazy. But I was nice and bundled up and stayed warm. > Here is my check list https://ebird.org/checklist/S81422833 > And a photo of the party frozen river, looking up river from the long > bridge. The ducks are two Hooded Mergansers, male and female, and a Common > Goldeneye female.[image: 20210214_090533.jpg] > Good (frozen) birding > Brian Johnson, > Englewood CO > > -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/428ffbe5-edd8-42e9-865d-05a7a2498538n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Great Blue Heron
I have seen Great Blue Herons perched over a frozen pond a few times and at another knee deep in the frozen river along the South Platte River. It's always neat to see. They are surprisingly tough birds. Brian Johnson, Englewood CO On Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 12:02:41 PM UTC-7 Wayne wrote: > Not a super rare bird but on my cool run (not like today) at Cherry Creek > State Park, I did observe a Great Blue Heron in the creek south of the main > park road near where a bridge crosses over the Cherry Creek. It was sort > of protected from the wind there but it surprised me. > > Happy Valentine's Day. > > Wayne Wathen > Highlands Ranch > -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5f3f2171-e293-4751-abce-36aa1dcd0451n%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] Barr Lake State Park Eagles, Eagls everywhere, plues a Rusty Black bird, Adams County
I don't have a photo of the Rough Legged Hawk. It would have made a great photo but my camera battery deiced to randomly die eve thought it was fresh. Not sure what happened. Good Birding Brian Johnson, Englewood On Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 9:36:20 PM UTC-7 jennyan...@gmail.com wrote: > Kathy -- thanks for sending a link to the app. It sounds like that could > be very helpful in IDing raptors and I will check it out. > > On Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 8:48:53 AM UTC-7 grb...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Thanks for the pointer to the app! >> >> Gary Brower >> Unincorporated Arapahoe County >> >> On Feb 10, 2021, at 8:44 AM, KATHY HOLLAND wrote: >> >> Jen, >> >> I just found out about a cool APP last night for ID'ing raptors. It's >> called Raptor ID by HawkWatch International and it's free! Gobs of photos >> and in all color morphs. >> >> Kathy Holland >> Centennial, CO >> >> On 02/09/2021 3:19 PM Jen Toews wrote: >> >> >> I was also at Barr Lake on Monday and had a similar experience. We >> counted 32 eagles at the gazebo alone and saw a ton more on the way there. >> My low estimate on eBird was 40 but we were thinking we probably saw >> between 50 and 55. >> The sun was hitting the mallards' and redheads' heads just right and the >> effect was dramatic: hundreds of metallic green and red heads bobbing in >> the rough waters. The sheer numbers of Northern Pintails and Ring-necked >> Ducks was also a pleasant surprise for me. Despite the windchill and >> feeling uncomfortable much of the time, it ended up being one of my >> favorite days at Barr Lake. >> Would you be able to share a photo of the Rough-legged Hawk? I think that >> might be the unidentified raptor that had us completely stumped despite the >> fact that it gave us really good looks. Gotta work on my raptor ID... >> Congrats on hitting your 1500 mile marker! >> >> On Monday, February 8, 2021 at 5:37:23 PM UTC-7 bunting...@gmail.com >> wrote: >> >> I have been continuing the ebird challenge of a complete checklist a day >> challenge. Today I hit 1500 days. >> So with such a milestone I headed out to Barr Lake today. It was a cold >> day at around 10 with a windchill bellow that, but I was bundled up and >> carrying around 20 ponds of gear (scope, tripod, big camera plus the >> backpack with water and food) so I didn't notice that much except when I as >> the gazebo scopeing the lake, then I did. >> Highlights of course were the Bald Eagles, I got 50 in total, braking >> ebird's filter. That could be an over count, it could be a under cont. They >> were flying around enough to make it hard. One of the best parts of so many >> eagles was they were vocalizing a lot, it was fun to listen to that awesome >> call. >> Along with the eagles there was two hug rafts of Redheads and Ring-billed >> ducks with some Scaups, both Lesser and Greater, along with some >> Canvasbacks. Then there was that hug raft of Mallards near the gazebo along >> with more Northern Pintails, around 120, then I have seen together. There >> was also three American White Pelicans that over wintered. >> After leaving the gazebo I walked further past the 2.5 mile marker and >> crossed over the inflow canal where I found a hug flock of Red-winged >> Blackirds. After picking over that mob, about 120, I found a young Rusty >> Blackbird in the flock. >> Another highlight was a dark morph Rough-legged Hawk. >> Good birding, >> Brian Johnson, >> Englewood CO >> >> >> -- >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >> To post to this group, send email to cob...@googlegroups.com >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en >> * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. >> Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate >> --- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "Colorado Birds" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. >> To view this discussion on the web visit >> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/8ea6d67c-197c-43c1-82cc-d9102ed8a247n%40googlegroups.com >> >> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/8ea6d67c-197c-43c1-82cc-d9102ed8a247n%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=emai
[cobirds] Barr Lake State Park Eagles, Eagls everywhere, plues a Rusty Black bird, Adams County
I have been continuing the ebird challenge of a complete checklist a day challenge. Today I hit 1500 days. So with such a milestone I headed out to Barr Lake today. It was a cold day at around 10 with a windchill bellow that, but I was bundled up and carrying around 20 ponds of gear (scope, tripod, big camera plus the backpack with water and food) so I didn't notice that much except when I as the gazebo scopeing the lake, then I did. Highlights of course were the Bald Eagles, I got 50 in total, braking ebird's filter. That could be an over count, it could be a under cont. They were flying around enough to make it hard. One of the best parts of so many eagles was they were vocalizing a lot, it was fun to listen to that awesome call. Along with the eagles there was two hug rafts of Redheads and Ring-billed ducks with some Scaups, both Lesser and Greater, along with some Canvasbacks. Then there was that hug raft of Mallards near the gazebo along with more Northern Pintails, around 120, then I have seen together. There was also three American White Pelicans that over wintered. After leaving the gazebo I walked further past the 2.5 mile marker and crossed over the inflow canal where I found a hug flock of Red-winged Blackirds. After picking over that mob, about 120, I found a young Rusty Blackbird in the flock. Another highlight was a dark morph Rough-legged Hawk. Good birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/72f427cd-6e29-4111-a776-7d9c6fdd8d7fn%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Jefferson County
The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker that was reported a few days ago (thanks to who found it) continues today. It is along the Bear Creek Greenbelt, ebird hotspot is Kipling to Wadsworth, you can park in the large parking lot just of Estes St, which can be access from Yale (Called the Stone House on Google Maps). The bird is in some pines at the Lakewood City Open Space maintenance area. I am not sure if you can go there so I saw it from across the river. If you walk under Estes underpass (west) their will be a dirt area that over looks the river not far up stream. From their I got a distant look at the bird. Again I am not sure if you can walk around the Lakewood maintenance area which is directly across Estes street. The tree is in the fenced area. The area is good for other birds also, I found 9 Blue Jays in a single tree. I think that is the most I have seen in a single tree together. Good Birding Brian Johnson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/3c092214-8dd9-40cb-9020-cd7adfab0fd5n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, Adams
Hi, I spent most of yesterday, 1-22, at Rocky Mountain Arsenal. I found Lake Ladora to the partly open in the middle and towards the south east. It hosted the usual winter ducks, nothing out of the ordinary. Lake Mary was frozen over as usual. Rode and Gun Club Pond was dry and so was Lower Derby. I walked along the bushy Woods trail but did not find any sparrow flocks. The wildlife drive produced the most, namely at the point where the road follows some large utility polls, around mile marker 7 of the drive. Three Bald Eagle were circling over head, a Prairie Falcon on a pole and Rough Legged Hawk on another pole down a road I can't drive on. Nearby in a Prairie Dog town was a Ferruginous Hawk, hoping for some Prairie Doge lunch. One amazing thing, which might be a record for me, was I did not kick up any Western Meadowlarks, during the course of four hours and time walking some of the trails. Not one, not a sound! Over all, not very productive. If any one wants to visit I would recommend checking out Ladora and taking your time on the Wildlife Drive. Hopefully we get some needed moisture and the ponds/lakes will fill up. Brian Johnson, Englewood -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/a9b1b472-47fd-4d69-a34a-f81eb69916b2n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Golden Crowend Sparrow, Denver
The young Golden Crowned Sparrow continues at Bluff Lake Nature Center in Denver County. It's been their for some time, since late last year I believe, not sure who found it here but thanks for finding. It's with some White-crowned Sparrows on the south side the park, at the point where the trail goes through a cut in the bluff. There is a access road and gate at this point also. Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/6a6b27f7-a247-41cf-9903-58e3f71997e8n%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] Joe Roller Memorial Green Big Year update
Great meeting you along the trail Scott. Best of luck with the Joe Roller Memorial, it's a great cause. Brian Johnson Englewood On Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at 2:20:54 PM UTC-7 Nick Komar wrote: > Great work Scott. Get well soon. > > Nick Komar > Fort Collins > > On Jan 6, 2021, at 12:44 PM, Scott Somershoe wrote: > > > > All, > I finally got the blog updated with my early January adventures. I wanted > to get this done a couple days ago, but it's been a challenging few days to > say the least. I hope you all enjoy the stories. Anyway, I won't post here > every time I update the blog, but will do so monthly or if there's some > great birding adventures to share! > > You can subscribe to the blog to get a notification when I update with a > new post. > https://jrmemorialgreenbigyear.blogspot.com/ > > *THANK YOU again for all the pledges and donations.* I can't wait to be > healthy again (brief details in the blog) and get out on the bike for > more birds! > > See link below to pledge or donate (scroll to the bottom) to this great > cause. I think Joe may scoff a little at this, but I am honored to help > make this happen with you all. This is going to be a GREAT year! I can't > wait for more adventures, good birds, and fun, memorable experiences with > birding friends around the metro (and maybe beyond!). > https://cobirds.org/CFO/Grants/ > > Good birding, > Scott Somershoe > Littleton CO > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Colorado Birds" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAJmtx%2BXhiXjHg4N_f5_teUNndvgOqRo16UC7HXx_JXYyMJncyw%40mail.gmail.com > > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAJmtx%2BXhiXjHg4N_f5_teUNndvgOqRo16UC7HXx_JXYyMJncyw%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> > . > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/73c02d9f-6222-4a34-aad6-6089e1658f85n%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] WWCR
Hi, I was wondering if things have changed with this. Today my JeffCO need alerts have exploded with people going to chase this bird. I was not planing on chasing it out of respect for the owners, as Mark says it's their private home. Or is it OK to visit the park only? I would love to see a White-wing but I don't want to if it's not welcome. Thank you Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at 3:56:07 PM UTC-7 Mark wrote: > COBirders -- Please remember that you NEVER post someone's personal > address without their approval. The first clue is that the homeowner > posted her checklist at the park. There is nothing wrong with looking for > the bird and being successful. You just view the bird and post back at the > park. You need to remember this is someone's home and neighborhood. Joe > Roller was always great about getting info from the homeowner and getting > the rules out to the community. This is just common sense!! > > We have lost several good birding locations because of birders' rude > behavior. There was a great location up in Summit County that had all the > rosies and mountain species. Several birders knew of the location who were > approved by the homeowner. It was an amazing experience to start the new > year! He only asked that we stay in the street, respect his neighbors, and > not post his exact location to social media. Well, someone posted the > exact location and it became a circus! Not only did he shut it down to > birders, but he took all his feeders down. I spoke with him after the > fact, and he said birders were walking into his backyard, parking in the > driveway, and upsetting the neighborhood. He was very sad that his great > backyard experience was taken from him. In another instance, we had access > to an Inca Dove. The homeowners were really sweet and allowed viewing. > They eventually shut it down for their privacy and the health of the bird. > She had Joe post that viewing was over. Birders continued to disrespect > her wishes for days. I asked a birder why she went after the post and she > stated "The street is public property so screw them." Yes, the street may > be public, but you are looking with binoculars into their property! This > type of behavior makes me ashamed of those in our birding community who > conduct themselves in this manner. > > Mark Chavez > Lakewood-Green Mtn > http://jaeger29.smugmug.com/ > > On 12/29/2020 11:34 AM Scott Somershoe wrote: > > > To all White-winged Crossbill chasers, the owner of the house where the > crossbill is present DOES NOT WANT ANY VISITORS. They have a family and do > not want people walking on their street, parking in front of their house, > etc. This has been made very clear. Just passing along info. > > I would recommend people refrain from swamping this small street and > neighborhood per request of the homeowner. > > Scott Somershoe > Littleton CO > > On Tue, Dec 29, 2020 at 11:31 AM Arthur Bezuidenhout < odz...@gmail.com> > wrote: > > I have the bird at 820 Estes St > > Bez Bezuidenhout > Arapahoe County > -- > [0,0] > |)__) > -”-”- > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Colorado Birds" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAJ_b%2BxmoojQXpAsQ5UH5rtavX%2BzoxxB9v0djRLuooa0uNkA88g%40mail.gmail.com > > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAJ_b%2BxmoojQXpAsQ5UH5rtavX%2BzoxxB9v0djRLuooa0uNkA88g%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer>. > > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Colorado Birds" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. > > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAJmtx%2BW27Ms%3DztUtT7NL4%3DVCqe%2BitfXReYqgDL3HW6724_rbJg%40mail.gmail.com > > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAJmtx%2BW27Ms%3DztUtT7NL4%3DVCqe%2BitfXReYqgDL3HW6724_rbJg%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer>. > > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/82c4b415-6644-4b43-b7d6-7bec34e939e4n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Goose vs Eagle, South Platte River, Arapahoe County
Today walking along my patch, the South Platte River from Bowls Ave to the Northern Wildlife area near Reyonold's Landing I got to watch some serious drama unfold. It happened right across from the Denver Seminary, upstream from Hudson Gardens. I was walking back home after a rather good day when I saw a Bald Eagle come flying fast upstream. The eagle was flying no more then probably ten feet above the river. Every duck and goose in the river took flight. Except one rather brave Canada Goose. The goose raised it's wings, puffed up and stood erect in an effort to look bigger as the eagle closed. The eagle made a dive for the goose and the goose then jumped at the eagle snapping with it's bill. The eagle pulled up and away from the goose and continued on it's hunt. The goose went about it's life on the river. Survival of the toughest and bravest in this case. It all happened to fast for me to get photos. Probably in 30 seconds. In addition to this excitement I saw a Northern Shrike near the Wild Life area, my first patch recorded. I also saw female Prairie Falcon perched on a telephone pole (my second record here), in the same area as the goose battle but earlier. There is a Say's Phoebe wintering at Reynold's Landing, there was also on there for the 2018-19 winter. Good and exiting birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/382bc27f-4d06-4982-b5bb-bf6ae09aca8fn%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] Black Brant
The Brant continues today at the ball field with about a whole lot of Cackling Geese. I saw it at 8 this morning and others have reported it to ebird since. I can't post on my phone any more so I can only post when I get home now. Brian Johnson Englewood Co On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 1:37:42 PM UTC-7 dsud...@gmail.com wrote: > Brant still there on the ball field at the north side of Bowles Grove > Park. > > David Suddjian > Littleton CO > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Nov 28, 2020, at 10:04 AM, Cole Sage wrote: > > > > The Brant is present on the baseball field right now. > > Cole Sage, Denver > www.birdsonthewing.com > > On Fri, Nov 27, 2020 at 2:04 PM Diane Roberts wrote: > >> Terrance Wells spotted this guy at Bowles Grove Park @ Bowles & Federal, >> Arapahoe County this afternoon. Continuing with thousands of Cackering >> Geese in the baseball field. Seeing it now. >> >> Diane Roberts >> Highlands Ranch, CO >> -- >> Diane Roberts >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "Colorado Birds" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. >> To view this discussion on the web visit >> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CANDRecG9JBMx7tcYTEGs3Q1mTa-tR%2BqTJDY%3DNicgyOQyt%2B8s9Q%40mail.gmail.com >> >> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CANDRecG9JBMx7tcYTEGs3Q1mTa-tR%2BqTJDY%3DNicgyOQyt%2B8s9Q%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> >> . >> > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Colorado Birds" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. > > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAJQAGtjpfwpDu1xjJZc2YuBGgtwfwb3Ki-bFrn7owuE-36qUpA%40mail.gmail.com > > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAJQAGtjpfwpDu1xjJZc2YuBGgtwfwb3Ki-bFrn7owuE-36qUpA%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> > . > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/9b0bd64f-bc08-4243-8241-a7baa60c2167n%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] Joe Roller sad news
This is sad news. My thoughts got out to his family. I never got to meet Joe. I did however trade a few emails with him. He will be missed. Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Thursday, November 26, 2020 at 6:23:49 PM UTC-7 samat...@gmail.com wrote: > Nathan wrote of Joe reaching out to smooth the wary & engage the > non-birders. We were on a DFO field trip on the eastern prairie. There was > this fantastic hedge row, our group across the street. I don’t think Joe > ever meet a stranger. He sauntered across the road to a country older > couple and posed the question: “Have you ever seen a birder.” As he > schmoozed, they allowed us on their property to bird. Still tickles me to > this day > > Diane Roberts > Highlands Ranch, CO > On Thu, Nov 26, 2020 at 5:03 PM Diana Beatty wrote: > >> I believe the Lilac-Breasted Roller was/is his Profile Photo on Facebook, >> Deborahann. Thanks for sharing. >> >> On Thu, Nov 26, 2020 at 11:53 AM Deborahann S-C >> wrote: >> >>> I didn't have the honor to meet Joe Roller, though I learned a lot from >>> his Cobirds posts. Whenever I saw his name, I was invariably reminded of a >>> colorful bird I saw in Botswana -- the Lilac-Breasted Roller -- and I >>> imagine him flying over the Chobe River now. Soar high, Joe! I will miss >>> you, too. >>> >>> Deborahann Smith-Cleveland >>> North Boulder, Colorado >>> >>> On Thu, Nov 26, 2020 at 11:11 AM 'Andrews Robert' via Colorado Birds < >>> cob...@googlegroups.com> wrote: >>> >>>> Hello all, >>>> >>>> It is indeed sad to hear of Joe Roller’s death. I have known him for >>>> many years, birding together, talking at meetings, and in recent years >>>> mostly communicating by email. Every interaction I have had with him over >>>> the years has been positive and enjoyable. I concur with all of the many >>>> comments that have already been posted about Joe as I have noticed the >>>> same >>>> character traits so many others have mentioned. I will miss him as indeed >>>> the entire Colorado birding community will. >>>> >>>> Bob Andrews >>>> >>>> Yekepa, Liberia, West Africa >>>> >>>> >>>> On Wednesday, November 25, 2020, 03:45:20 PM MST, Larry Modesitt < >>>> larry@gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>> >>>> Cobirders, >>>> >>>> The very sad news is that Joe died last night of cancer just after >>>> midnight. His wife Maryanne said that despite his pain, he was still >>>> cracking jokes with the nurses yesterday morning. “He made me laugh every >>>> single day,” she said. Either one of their boys, Dan and Tom, was always >>>> able to be with him for the past month. >>>> >>>> I was out running with my dog when Joe corralled us decades ago. That’s >>>> how I became one of many people Joe introduced to birding. That led to us >>>> birding together all over Colorado and the world. Joe’s love of teaching >>>> folks about birds, almost always with a humorous insight, continued >>>> through >>>> his illness. He was a valuable contributor to Denver Field Ornithologists, >>>> Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, Colorado Field Ornithologists, and the >>>> medical community. There has never been anyone like Joe Roller, and he >>>> will >>>> be missed greatly. >>>> >>>> We can believe that last night just after midnight, St. Peter laughed >>>> harder than he had all year. >>>> >>>> Larry Modesitt >>>> >>>> Arvada >>>> >>>> -- >>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>>> an email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. >>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/c6ccd713-4342-4f0c-b0a0-3762cd62ef2fn%40googlegroups.com >>>> >>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/c6ccd713-4342-4f0c-b0a0-3762cd62ef2fn%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> >>>> . >>>> >>>> -- >>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >>>> To unsu
[cobirds] Cassin's Finch, Arapahoe County, Scoters also contuie
This morning I went birding along the South Platte Mary Carter Greenway, my patch, and at the Northern Wildlife area I found a female Cassin's Finch with a large mixed group of House Finches, American Tree Sparrows and a Song Sparrow. I have not yet found a Cassin's in this area over the years so it was exiting to discover one. Probably came down from the mountains which are not far for a bird. This was the northern end of the Northern Wildlife area near a small split rail fence with a keep out of area sign, warning of weed control. Northern Wildlife area can be reached by either parking at the Carson Nature Center and walking north or at Reynold's Landing and walking south, you can't drive to it. At the near by South Platte Reservoir the Surf and White Winged Scoters continue also. Good birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/f9e27f33-cb33-4773-b16d-99e29f5bebbcn%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Bohemian Waxwing, Arapahoe County, Yes
The Bohemian Waxwing was continuing at the Hudson Gardens with around 25 Cedar Waxwings. Me and a few others saw them at the north side of the parking lot near the Inn at Hudson Gardens, east of the Welcome Center. They were staying rather loyal to the trees, staying in the canopy of the tress. They would fly out, and eventually come back, tricking use to chasing them to the south end with out success only to come back and find them there again, oh the joys of bird watching. The light was tougher today. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/c0f53078-8e91-43c2-bf4d-36df309aed22n%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] Magnificent Frigatebird in Arapahoe County
Has the bird been spotted since leaving Cherry Creek? Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 12:45:43 PM UTC-7 myrong...@gmail.com wrote: > I see people at the handicapped platform, the Dam, and south of the swim > beach. > > Myron Gerhard > Jefferson county > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Nov 8, 2020, at 12:40 PM, Meg Reck wrote: > > Where in chatfield are birders looking? > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Nov 8, 2020, at 12:32 PM, Myron Gerhard wrote: > > > I’m here and other Birders are arriving also. > > Myron Gerhard > Jefferson county > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Nov 8, 2020, at 12:26 PM, Brandon wrote: > > > Anyone at Chatfield Reservoir yet? > > Brandon Percival > Pueblo West, CO > > On Sun, Nov 8, 2020, 11:47 AM Nathan Pieplow wrote: > >> Bird just left Cherry Creek heading southwest. Check Chatfield. >> >> Nathan Pieplow >> Boulder >> >> On Sun, Nov 8, 2020, 11:22 AM David Bailey wrote: >> >>> Still present. Hovering over south part of reservoir. >>> >>> On Sun, Nov 8, 2020 at 11:03 AM Ken Wat wrote: >>> >>>> Mary and myself were seeing it from Prairie Loop and it was circling >>>> the reservoir. I did not see it dive and have not seen it again in the >>>> past 10 minutes. >>>> >>>> Ken Wat >>>> Aurora >>>> >>>> On Sun, Nov 8, 2020, 10:38 AM David Bailey >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Mary, >>>>> >>>>> In what area of Cherry Creek was the bird? Was it circling the >>>>> reservoir or did it seem to be moving in a particular direction? >>>>> >>>>> David Bailey >>>>> >>>>> Golden >>>>> >>>>> On Sun, Nov 8, 2020 at 10:26 AM Mary Keithler >>>>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Hi all, >>>>>> >>>>>> A magnificent frigatebird is currently flying above CherryCreek State >>>>>> Park. >>>>>> >>>>>> Mary Keithler, Arapahoe county >>>>>> >>>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>>> >>>>>> -- >>>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>>> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >>>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, >>>>>> send an email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. >>>>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/FAF8E25D-73E4-4A50-8383-2B333EECA551%40gmail.com >>>>>> . >>>>>> >>>>> -- >>>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>>>> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >>>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>>>> an email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. >>>>> >>>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>>>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAAyj4V5Z0h0PWhX-q3bb%2BpsFU1J-d1PhHfiH%3DTX2V%3DhGR2ATQA%40mail.gmail.com >>>>> >>>>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAAyj4V5Z0h0PWhX-q3bb%2BpsFU1J-d1PhHfiH%3DTX2V%3DhGR2ATQA%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> >>>>> . >>>>> >>>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Groups "Colorado Birds" group. >>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>> an email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. >>> To view this discussion on the web visit >>> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAAyj4V7tpBqYkSyP2JsJ9ANxmGHySB39zhDe8KibMf4rGnKeHg%40mail.gmail.com >>> >>> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAAyj4V7tpBqYkSyP2JsJ9ANxmGHySB39zhDe8KibMf4rGnKeHg%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> >>> . >>> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "Colorado Birds" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to cobirds+u...@googlegroups.com. >> To view this discussion on the web visit >> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAFhaDV%2B-PCY8MF9Wai58qJgYh5m7rx46VvF4-tr2HNvvpjDS2g%40mail.gmail.c
[cobirds] Red-headed Woodpecker, Jefferson County
There is a juvenile read-headed Woodpecker counting at Harriman Lake today. I was alerted to it's prescience by it's calls. Being a young bird (meaning it's black on the back) it blends in nicely with the tree. I was made aware of the fact it was at the park by another birder (whose name I did not get) and it was reported back in late September, so I am not the finder of this bird. I am just letting people know it's present. I saw it in a front yard tree along the south property line along the fence east of the irrigation ditch, also know as warbler woods. I was heading into those trees being told that is where it was so this bird is moving along the south side of the park. It was seen at 8:30 this morning. Here is a link to my ebird checklist with photos. https://ebird.org/checklist/S75041490 Good Birding Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/81c33505-06a2-4c71-be9b-5f5dcd0e7b7en%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Little & Sabine's Gulls & Red Phalarope Chatfield
The Little Gull was still present at 3:40 pm, on the north side of the reservoir near the area of the spill way seen from the handicap fishing pier. It was a very distance view. I saw the Sabin Gulls but could not locate the Red Phalarope. Brian Johnson Englewood Co On Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 1:24:44 PM UTC-6 Brian Johnson wrote: > Is the Little Gull still present at the park? I'm getting of work soon and > was wondering if it's still there. > Thanks > Brian Johnson > Englewood CO > > On Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 9:24:23 AM UTC-6 Joey Kellner wrote: > >> 3 SAGU, 1 LIGU, 1 REPH all VERY distant views. >> >> Best views continue from the point WEST of the handicap access. >> >> Joey. >> >> Littleton, Colorado >> Joey Kellner >> Littleton, Colorado >> Joey Kellner >> Littleton, Colorado > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/66544511-f5b6-4cab-8068-cb5d1ec77311n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Little & Sabine's Gulls & Red Phalarope Chatfield
Is the Little Gull still present at the park? I'm getting of work soon and was wondering if it's still there. Thanks Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 9:24:23 AM UTC-6 Joey Kellner wrote: > 3 SAGU, 1 LIGU, 1 REPH all VERY distant views. > > Best views continue from the point WEST of the handicap access. > > Joey. > > Littleton, Colorado > Joey Kellner > Littleton, Colorado > Joey Kellner > Littleton, Colorado -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/f8f04ea4-de47-4468-9c69-8c4765de4928n%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Large Flock of Turkey Vulturs, Bear Valley, Denver County
Hi, While coming out of the King Supers at Bear Valley shopping area, Dartmouth and Sheridan, just south of Fort Logan Cemetery, I witnessed a hug kettle of Turkey Vultures circling over the area, 31 in total. I used to work at the library across the street before my promotion moved me to anther branch and I used watched the vultures in the area. There sometimes can been a large group in the late morning, but this is a new record. Before I got twenty as a record. I believe it's popular with them because of Bear Creek valley creates nice thermals. This was at 10:27 am. Vultures don't always have a good rep, unfairly, but I just love to watch them soar. They are so majestic. It must be amazing to soar like that. Good birding Brian Johnson, Englewood, Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/7fa24c24-64bc-4f00-b86b-8f8e00972dc8o%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Recommendations for good migration locations between Denver & La Junta
Hi Jan, Bent's Old Fort National Historical Site is a favorite of mine. It's three dollars to go into the fort but the grounds are free to walk. There is a large marsh, and good cottonwoods. Along the same highway, 194 a side highway to 50, is Las Animas State Fish Hatchery with some ponds near it. One of the big areas is John Martin State Park, not far from La Junnta, Lake Hasty bellow the dam, is a good place there, but anywhere could be good. There is also the Higbee Cemetery. It's small but might have something. It's strait south of La Junta on Highway 109 of County Road 804. That is past County Rd 802, the turn for Vogal Canyon (sighed). So once you pass it get ready to turn right. Good Luck, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO On Saturday, September 5, 2020 at 6:57:56 PM UTC-6 Jan G wrote: > Heading to La Junta next Fri for a few days - any recommendations for good > spots for migrating birds along the way or in the areas near La Junta? > > Thanks! > > Jan Gorski > Douglas County > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/b9f1eee3-ce80-49a8-9cb0-9e146367b09cn%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Cattle Egret, South Platte River, Araphoe County
Well I am going to have to throw some cold water on my discovery. After an email conversation with Scot Somershoe (Thanks Scot for your help) this is likely *Not* a Cattle Egret. I thought for sure with a yellow beak it would be a Cattle, I also thought the neck and posture looked right. However there was a nagging felling in the back of my mind, what is it doing in the pond? It might be a odd Snowy Egret or a young Snowy Egret? I'm not sure what the heck this bird is, except for my favorite term, freak of nature. Kinda like the infamous goose of Belmar that has tricked many of us into thinking it was a Greater White Fronted Goose. Anyway I am attaching a link to my ebird checklist with the photo in question. The freak is under 'white egret sp.' for now. https://ebird.org/checklist/S73035509 Sorry if I got anyone exited. Brian Johnson Englewood, CO On Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 8:12:03 AM UTC-6 modise wrote: > At 7:15 a.m. today, the large group of snowy egrets was in the pond. I > did not have binoculars, but I saw a bird that looked distinctly different > than the snowy egrets. Good potential it's the cattle egret! > > Bryan Arnold > Littleton, Jefferson County > > On Monday, August 31, 2020 at 9:50:05 AM UTC-6 bunting...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Today I found a Cattle Egret with a large group of Snowy Egrets along my >> South Platte River patch. It was in the pond with all the Egrets. It was >> still there at 9:30, I could not however post on my phone for some reason. >> To get there, park at the Little Golf and Tennis Club, which is on the >> corner of Federal and Bowels. 5800 S Federal Blvd, Littleton, CO 80123, >> its the large white dome. Park on the south side, across from Bowels. >> Follow the trail and walk under the bridge (Bowels underpass) and go south >> (upstream) about 200 feet (I am not good at judging distance so maybe >> more.) Its the pond along the dirt trail with the golf course on the other >> side, there is small grove of trees keeping you from seeing it until you >> reach the pond. The bird was closet to the trail, with about 34 Snowy >> Egrets, the most I have seen, and a few Wood Ducks. Hope it's still there. >> Good luck, >> Brian Johnson, >> Englewood CO >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/1e5e1ff7-f812-428f-bd3d-9766a7d0cd0dn%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Cattle Egret, South Platte River, Araphoe County
Today I found a Cattle Egret with a large group of Snowy Egrets along my South Platte River patch. It was in the pond with all the Egrets. It was still there at 9:30, I could not however post on my phone for some reason. To get there, park at the Little Golf and Tennis Club, which is on the corner of Federal and Bowels. 5800 S Federal Blvd, Littleton, CO 80123, its the large white dome. Park on the south side, across from Bowels. Follow the trail and walk under the bridge (Bowels underpass) and go south (upstream) about 200 feet (I am not good at judging distance so maybe more.) Its the pond along the dirt trail with the golf course on the other side, there is small grove of trees keeping you from seeing it until you reach the pond. The bird was closet to the trail, with about 34 Snowy Egrets, the most I have seen, and a few Wood Ducks. Hope it's still there. Good luck, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5536aeb4-3c99-430e-ac66-7e46372d943en%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Broad winged hawk Boulder County
I saw one of the Broad-winged Hawks today at the Sanitas trailhead (Sighned as the Centennial trailhead)at around 7:30. It was flying low in a easterly direction. Shortly afterwords I heard another. Along the trail its self I encountered several Spotted Towhees, including some youngster, which was fun to watch. Good birding Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5a03568f-c829-43cb-bab4-c363f3636ddbo%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: 20 snowy egrets - South Platte River, Arapahoe County
River Point is not far from my area of the Platte River. I have seen as many as five Egrets but not that many. Wow. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/151d10aa-2ece-4180-bf1e-8b0f7bb3719bo%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Colorado Monument Adventurs and Car misadventurs, Mesa County
Hi, I went camping last week, (June 22-26) for my annual birthday camping trip (the first and so far only trip that was not canceled this year). I spent three nights and four days at Colorado Monument in hopes of adding five West Slop birds to my life list, Gambles Quail, Gray Vireo, Scott's Oriole, Lucy's Warbler, along with the the Purple Martins at nearby Vega State Park I haven been trying to get a glimpse of. My first day I did find the a Purple Martin at Vega, right at the point I was giving up and realizing I needed to continue heading over to Colorado Monument. I was at the boat ramp near the aspens and right then a Purple Martin went zipping by my car over the lake. I did not get more then a fleeting glimpse but at least I saw it. I end my day in Colorado Monument, about 95 degrees and 80 at night, especially fun in a tent. Around the beautiful Saddlehorn Campground I found Juniper Titmice that gave good looks and posed for photos, the first time I got such a good look at this bird. The following day, June 23, I spent the morning exploring the monument and spending a good part of the morning at Devils Kitchen, looking for but not find the Gray Vireo but I did find the Black Throated Sparrow at Devils Kitchen, which was new for my Colorado list. I had seen one once before in California's Mojave Desert Preserve. For me the highlight was the different lizard species at Devils Kitchen, including the Long Nosed Leopard Lizard that panicked and ran head first into my boot, then found it's burrow. That afternoon I made the long drive out to Brewster's Ridge right on the Utah line in search of Scott's Oriole. I got a fleeting glimpses of a male as he flew from on juniper to another and gave a brief song. My car started to overheat but I turned the heater on full blast, fun in 100 degree weather, and it got better. I got it back to the campground and let it sit for the rest of the evening to cool off. Walking down to Window Rock overlook near the parking lot I got another fleeting glimpse of a life bird, Gambles Quail as they ran for cover. Fleeting glimpse was starting to become a them for life birds... The next morning I got early and prepared for a long drive down to Gateway Canyon for Lucy's Warbler, confident I could find them with the info from this community. I had no idea what the car gods had in store for me. In ten minutes, still at the monument, my car overhead and broke down. AAA came out but would not give me a ride because of COVID19 so I had to get the ranger to give me a ride back to the campground and then get a LYFT to get the garage, where I spent the rest of the day. In the end my car had to stay and I had to finish with a rental car. (The car is still in Grand Junction getting a water pump). With most of the day shot I still had the evening. During that time I finally got a decent look at Gray Vireo. The next morning I broke camp and prepared to head to Grand Mesa and a welcome cooler condition. On the way I tried again for Lucy's Warbler at Gateway. It was however late since I had to break camp. I got there at around 9 am, wondering if it was already to late in the day. With in minutes however I heard it sinning and calling. I stood near the teepee structure and got several good looks. However I did not approach to close so as not to disturb the birds to get a photo. Happy with that success I drove my rental off to Grand Mesa for much cooler temps and some mountain birds. And whole lot of mosquitoes! (So glad for off) I spent one whole day on the mesa hiking and observing the birds, Olive Sided Pewees, Casssin's Finches and other expected mountain species, along with Clark's Nutcrackers, Steller's Jay and Canada Jays hanging out with me in camp. In all despite the car trouble, and heat, it was a very fun trip and I got to see new West Slop birds and finally saw Colorado Monument. Also thanks to everyone who gave me advise on where to find Lucy's Warbler. I got some great looks and I did not need a four wheel to get there. Good birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/91fa3719-2acf-4467-b6e9-9afe93ab55aco%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Lucy Warbler, Mesa Count questions
Thank you to everyone who has helped mr with the info. I'm heading out tomorrow. Fingers crossed they make an appearance for me. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/f473dfc8-24bd-4526-9b53-89108753aadco%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Lucy Warbler, Mesa Count questions
Hello, I'm going camping this coming week and I have seen reports of Lucy's Warblers At a ebird hot spott called Gateway Cottonwoods. I have not been to Mesa County before and would appreciate some info on how to get there and where to go to hopeful find them. I tried to look this place up on the internet but I could only find a resort. Do I need to stay visit the resort to reach the birds? Thank you Brian Johnson, Good birding -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/bd37c3f0-4b24-4015-8317-786eefd466feo%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Intersting Catbird mimicking, Lower White Ranch trailhed, Jefferson County
Today I stopped at the Lower White Ranch trailhead, also know as the Eastern Trailhead according to the signs along Highway 93, looking for Blue Grosbeak in the area (found) but the most interesting part was when I was walking along the part of the trail where it is rather rocky and twisty past the privet drive that the trail crosses. I had just turned around since it was rather hot when I heard the startling sound of a bike brake squealing. I was startled since I did not see any coming but figuring it was a reckless bicyclist coming too fast and I quickly jumped off the trail into the grass. I turned around...and no one was there. However there was a sinning Gray Catbird just on the opposite side of where I was. I am familiar with these birds mimicking other bird songs and have read of them also being capable of imitating other sounds but this is the first time I have heard one doing this. I know for sure I heard a bike break squeal but there was no one there, but there was that catbird... Interesting encounter and possibly I'm am the butt of a birds prank, but it shows how good those birds are at mimicking. Good Birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/07534615-11b4-4e05-8081-5762d6c19dbbo%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Norhern Cardinal, Arapahoe County
Just to give an update. This is the wildlife area north of Carson Nature Center. It's a ebird hot spott named Northern Wildlife area. Reynolds Landing is the closest park. I tried calling it and pssing but no luck. Its happy apparently on the other side of the river tormenting me. Its appers to be moving around that area. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/472f3d2c-99f1-435d-95ae-6df510cf5db2%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Norhern Cardinal, Arapahoe County
I'm currently listening to a Nothern Cardinal singing in the Northern Wildlife area. This is upstream of Reynolds Landing. The bird is somewhere in the deep foliage across the river from the trail in the North West part of the trail. For the life of me I can't locate it however. Good birding Brian Johnson, Englewood, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/fba81b1d-a764-4923-89fb-1a3338404749%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Chico Basin Ranch Closure Update
Thank you John for the update. I was just wondering about this. I hope everyone at the ranch stays safe and healthy. I'll hope to visit next year. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/6f30c807-c8cf-48d6-bf63-ac7b40c886ae%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] Phoebe Trifecta possible?
This morning I saw all three teals, the ducks with teal in the name, all with in twenty feet of each other along the Souh Platte River. It rather cool after reading this post. I don't think I would have thought about it with reading this post. Good birding Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/43d63f07-6480-419d-8943-c8a3a3e2045c%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Tree Swallow Migration, Arapahoe County
Since I can't go on any trips right now and confide to my local area I have been contenting my self along the South Platte river near where I live. Today I got a nice treat that was a lot of fun to watch. Near the Denver Seminary a large group of Tree Swallows passed me, heading north. This group was followed by another and another. In all I counted around 53. They where not actively foraging like swallows and did veer away from the river, but all flying upstream heading north following the river. I have not witnessed such a movement of Tree Swallows before so this was rather impressive. It lasted for about five minutes before ending. In that group was one Barn Swallow also, the first of the year for me. Spring is coming. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/fa11a6e9-c388-407b-bf07-ea8d266e7ee9%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Eastern Bluebirds, Arapahoe County
Today I was out walking along my patch, the South Platte River Trail from Bowls upstream to Northern Wildlife Area, and on my way back home I saw four birds fly into a tree, I at first thought them Western Bluebirds but quickly realized they were in fact *Eastern Bluebirds*. That was a patch recorded for me, and a completion for all three bluebirds along the South Platte River. They were in front the Denver Seminary, real close to where the Lee Gulch Trail joins the Marry Carter Greenway along the South Platte. They quickly flew east, appropriately, off over the Seminary. It was exiting to see them, and a nice sign of spring on it's way. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/407d6703-e757-4c3b-b4eb-2b18392fb966%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Birds in Winter, a review
Hi, Recently I got done reading, Birds in Winter, surviving the most Challenging Season by Roger F. Pasquier. I wanted to let people here now about it since I found very interesting and thought others might be interested. Thanks David for letting me know I can post this. One thing in the book that relates to Colorado was about House Finch dominance at the feeder. It turns out females are dominant and drive off the males, especially the more red ones which are the most dominant males. Younger males have less red and are left alone by the females. It is postulated that younger males have less red so as to be able to get more food and not be driving off by the females, sort of tricking them. One of many fascinating things in this book. Below is my review I wrote for this book, Brian Johnson, Englewood Colorado, 'Roger F. Pasquier has assembled a vast amount of research across decades in multiple scholarly ornithology magazines to bring us a deeper understanding of birds in winter. And this research shows Mr Pasquier has taken a great amount of time and effort to bring this book to life. When I first got the book I assumed this would be solely about birds literally in winter, such as the chickadees in my yard during the coldest and darkest months of the year. Instead as he argues ‘winter is a global phenomenon’ and looks at birds throughout the world. But he does note that Asia is primarily absent since there is still very little research in this area of the globe. Seabirds are also discussed, going into detail about their seasonal movements in the oceans. Each chapter gives a deeper look at something. How they react to the winter day, how they interact with their own species or other species and how mixed flocks are formed and the hierarchy that is formed. How they are affected by weather patterns is included too, including how that sometimes affects their departures for either their summer or winter grounds. The last two chapters, conservation and climate change, take a look at how these affect birds. The conservation chapter looks at how conserving birds is needed globally, and how forest being cleared in tropical South America affects birds in North America. Climate change looks at birds that have managed to adjust their migration patterns and also birds that have not been able to adjust. One thing that the author has skimmed over in detail is the migration. This he has chosen to do simply because as he states in the beginning of the book this has already been covered in some depth in other books. This allows him to go deeper into other aspects of the birds’ life during the winter. A very good choice that I find helps the book stay focused on the topic and not skim on other details. One other topic the book addresses is the molting of feathers. What season they do this, how often and the complexity of it for some birds, such as ones that molt partially, migrate then finish after arriving in their winter grounds. Mate selection for birds in the winter months also has a good amount devoted to it. Margaret La Farge’s line drawings throughout the book lend a very wonderful touch to the book. Her line drawings are very well done and help bring the text to life. I strongly recommend this book to any one who wants to understand birds more. Someone looking for a light easy read might not want to pick this up. This is a seriously well researched book and not meant for a casual read. I would still recommend it if you want a deeper understanding of how birds get through the winter. A full four stars for me.' -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/609096be-0025-410e-a92e-4840d6f83b82%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Gyrfalcon, Lairimer County
The Gyrfalcon made a very brief appperence this morning at around 7:30. Seen perched on top of the fifth utility pole from the intrsection of Trilby and Taft. Gone with in a minute. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/c277ca60-3877-4902-91c4-71d64d9e9bc8%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Gyrfalcon, yes or no, Larimer County
Hi, I have not had time of until Friday, tomorrow, and I was wondering if that Gyrfalcon is still being seen. If someone could send me a message and let me know if has been seen in the last few days I would appreciate it. Being a sensitive specie I can't use ebird to help me plan. Thanks Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/e382a237-a90e-4145-81ae-f4c5e982f13f%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] A fun time along the Platte river, Arapahoe County
I went to my usual patch along the South Platte River between Bowls and the begging of the Northern Wildlife Area. I found some rather nice and exiting patch first patch records for me. The first excitement was the large flock of *American Pipits *feeding in the river along the many river rocks, moving downstream and back up stream between the south end of Hudson Gardens and Reynodl's Landing Park. There was probably about 30 of them, but exact numbers where hard to come by with them flying all over the place. At the end of the walk I came across the most exciting first patch record, a lone *Sandhill Crane* circling over Cooley lake and gaining altitude quickly. It was by it's self, maybe separated from the main flock, and bugling constantly. I later saw a lot more cranes at Clement Park in Jefferson County, which gave me a more unobstructed view of the hogback. Along with the birds it was nice and cold, my preferred weather. Good Birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/61f00ef6-fd6c-4ca1-84a0-af75d9992b0f%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] 1,000 days of complet checklsit celebration at Barr Lake, Adams County
I started some time ago with ebird’s challenge of a full year of complete bird checklist, and I kept going after that year. Many times, I had to make due with a five-minute yard list before work, other times I would have a great day trip or a long vacation. And there was some day that proved a challenge. But today I hit a rather exiting number, 1,000 days of complete checklist streak on ebird! Seeing this day coming I made plans and thought of my favorite places to go bird watching, and take the day off if needed. In the end I did not need to, fortunately the day fall on my off Friday. I had a month ago settled on going to Barr Lake, always a favorite of mine. I found the bird activity to be rather quite for this place, but I still had a fun day of wandering about and seeing what I could find. I managed to pick out three Clark’s Grebes out of the remaining Western Grebes, and I found a sparrow that might have been a Clay-Collared but I am not sure on that. I have a few photos to go over to see, it’s either a Clay-Collard or a Chipping Sparrow. I also found some White-Crowned Sparrows, a sign of the changing seasons at this low altitude. The biggest excitement I got was watching the resident Bald Eagle nest. There was one adult on the nest, and when it left a Black-billed Magpie landed in the nest to have a look. The eagle shortly returned and bombed the nest, driving out the Magpie, but these birds are rather persistent and returned, only to be driven out again. Despite the low activity it was a fun day and a fun way to celebrate a rather devoted streak. I will keep it going. Good birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/e1427851-c22a-47b2-841f-a21ba3097ee4%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Prothonotary Warbler at Belmar Park, Jefferson County
The Prothonotary Warbler at Belmar park was very active at Belmar Park this morning. Me and a group saw this bird at about 9:30 ish this morning. The warbler was present on the south west side of Kountze Lake. There is a small peninsula going out to the lake with a small pier. The warbler was actively feeding along the shore line, staying generally low in the trees and above the water edge. Good birding Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/ba0284d0-2d50-40d9-bcb6-c8aa05b7f1ad%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: gull
Thanks for sharing, that is very interesting. I never thought of gulls living so long. Brian Johnson, Englewood Co On Monday, September 16, 2019 at 9:47:17 AM UTC-6, Scott wrote: > > Hi Everyone.. > > As many of you know Dr. Ron Ryder passed away a number of years ago. > > Since his passing I have been receiving his band recoveries from the > banding laboratory. > > I just received a band recovery of one of his California Gulls that he > banded on 9/16/1984 in Colorado and it was just found dead on > > 3/5/2019 in Weld County making it a 35 year old bird. According to the > website Wildlife Expectancy, California Gulls are expected to live > for 20-24 years. > > Scott Rashid > > Estes Park > > > --- > This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. > https://www.avast.com/antivirus > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/7490687a-86d2-43ca-be5e-ef4b57feec1c%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Canada Geese and Power Lines at Plate River, Arapahoe County
While walking along my patch along the South Platte River near Hudson Gardens I watched a group of six Canada Geese flying over the river. There is a point there where three power lines cross the river. The majority were flying high enough to go over, but the last two where to low. Rather then hit the line they stopped in mid flight, lowered their lower body and over for about thirty second in the air, they then managed to flaw between the highest wire and the middle one, threading the needle in a rather impressive show or piloting. I have not seen geese fly like this before. Rather interesting to witness. Good Birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/ef085be4-b85f-4932-8fbb-7ff378ffde8c%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Ani
As of 8 it flew downstream. I'm sure it'll be back. It has periods of quite then puts on a show. This bird has no fear of people. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/ba32120e-ea6b-488b-bdba-910d9b07fd07%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: Ani
The Ani continues this morning. I saw first one the east side of the creek, across from the RK plant. However its flying across the creek. Right now its quit and hunkered down in some willows on the west side. Park along Xanthia st. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/167a3a1e-ee5d-481f-85af-d0bc0ae2875b%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Re: South East Colorado and Ruddy Turnston at Las Animas Hatchery, Bent County
Well this is embarrassing. I should have checked my photos more before posting. After a third look the distant photo of my 'turnstone' turns out to be a odd collard Killdeer. I'll just blame the heat as affecting me. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/9ef7794e-b658-42d4-9406-613d54375903%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] South East Colorado and Ruddy Turnston at Las Animas Hatchery, Bent County
For my day off I went out to South East Colorado despite the heat, figuring the mountain roads would be parking lot. I found some great birds and some suprisses. On my way down HWY 50/287 I found my favorite pit stop, Prairie Park in Kit Carson, to be torn up. There is a bathroom there and with so few around this is a nice stop. There was at least port a poties. I was just about to leave when the yank yank call of a *Red Breasted Nuthatch* caught my ear. I found it five minutes latter in some of the small trees along 5th street. I was surprised to find this guy out here on the plains. I counted on down to Lamara and visited the Willow Creek Nature trail but did not find much. John Martin Reservoir had some good birds but nothing to surprising. On my way over to Lake Henry I stopped at Las Animas Fish Hatchery and in the pond across from the visitor parking I found a *Ruddy Turnstone *among three Killdeer, a nice exiting find. The hatchery did not have much else and I made my way over to Lake Henry. At first, I did not find much but as I was watching some Western Sandpipers I noticed a flock of what was likely Baird’s Sandpipers fling over the lake. As I was watching them trying to figure where they would land a Prairie Falcon bombed them, almost catching one and pursing it over the lake for a minute. So despite the heat it was a good day of birding out in the hot southeast prairies. Good Birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/e8a90549-6bb5-44aa-8631-5637a9bfa43e%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Rabbit Ears Pass and North Park Birding
This weekend I went camping on Rabbit Ears Pass and for once I did not get rained out (which has been a problem this year). I had a great time spending time outdoors and watching and find birds along Rabbit Ears Pass and North Park. I camped at a fantastic National Forest Service Campground called Meadows (first come first served, no reservations, just know there is no water). This is just before the West Summit if you are coming from Walden/Kremmling or just after the summit if you are coming from Steamboat Springs and on the Routt County side of the pass. It had a wonderful little trail, located next to sit #14. There was plenty of dead trees and there was one Three-toed Woodpecker here, though I never saw the bird I definitely heard it and only during the mornings. It must be in another part of the forest in the afternoon. There was also both a Swanson’s Thrush and Hermit Thrush singing, giving me a great opportunity to learn the difference between the songs, something I had not been good at before. There was also a few Red Crossbills flying from tree to tree. The trails along the pass were not very good however, they did not have good maintenance so about a quarter of a mile I found the trail to have disappeared. However, Dumont Lake had a great trail. At night I woke up and briefly heard a Northern Saw-Wet Owl calling, and a pack of Coyotes signing also woke me up. Another cool non-bird, Moose could be seen in the meadow, thankfully a long way from my tent. This campground proved to be very birdy and many of the birds I saw along the pass was there. One the way home I went through North Park and stopped at Arapahoe Wildlife Refuge, honestly one of the best birding spots in Colorado, and the Auto Loop is top notch. Eared Grebes breed here, as do Wilson’s Phalaropes, Ring-necked Ducks, Lesser Scaups, Willets, Avocets, and much more. Driving through I found the expected birds, a Willet perched on a sage calling was a neat site. Three was also a Golden Eagle getting nailed by some Red-wing Blackbirds. The nearby Walden Reservoir also was a good stop, where Black Terns, Franklin and California Gulls and American White Pelicans breed. I had however forgot my scope so I could not enjoy this part as much. I also made a stop at the Moose Visitor Center, Stat Forest, Stat Park and watched their wonderful feeders. The flowers were also amazing. One the way back I made a side trip to see if I could find that Painted Bunting at Chatfield Audubon Center, I spent about an hour and a half, got a picture of a catbird and nearly got a heat stroke and never saw that bunging. (Finally caught up to this day). In total I saw/heard 96 birds, primarily at North Park and my campground. Great Birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/936bcc3c-c369-4f2b-b1da-1616b6e6c049%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [cobirds] Painted bunting -- yes (Jeffco)
> The bunting made a appearance briefly at around 11:25 pm today, 7-31, >> behind the bench. >> > Good birding Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/dbff61ed-7013-436f-b3d9-8bcf57b4362a%40googlegroups.com.
[cobirds] Pacific Loon, Arvada Reservoir , Jefferson County, Yes
The Pacific loon continues at the Arvada Reservoir. It's in the western part of the reservoir. I got a look at about 1:20 when a thunderstorm rolled in on me chasing me off. It's rather odd seeing a loon in June. Good birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/b72a83ea-d579-4c1a-a708-6c90f2ab04f9%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge, Jefferson County
Today I got up early in the morning, 5ish and went out to Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge to see what I could find. Turns out the early start was good since the bird activity died down about 8ish. I parked at the north entrance, off of 128. (If you have not been there take State Highway 93 to 128th and go three miles, at the 3 mile sign start looking. There is no sigh, just the NWR wooden sign and one-way access road, its past a bend after the mile marker, also the map maker indicates a bathroom but the porta potty is busted on the side and locked). From I parking lot I hiked to the Lindsay Ranch, hiked that loop and back, about 6 miles. There was nothing out of the ordinary, ebird however flagged my Vesper Sparrow count, they are very locally abundant. The cool bird sighing was the Wilson Snips I saw at Lindsay Ranch, which contains a nice wetland. I could not tell for certain but the snip I saw was sitting on a grassy hummock near a small pond and might have been on a nest. I heard two others nearby. Other non-bird sightings were a herd of 7 Elk cows; Elk calve hear at the Flats. At the parking lot I saw a Loggerhead Shrike on a power line along 128, but it was gone after I spotted it. A rather fun morning excursion, but I would recommend starting early, it gets hotter then blazes out there and the birds settled down once it does. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/d5d73838-3831-41de-9ed4-13723731c47f%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Rose-breasted Grosebeak Wheat Ridge Greenbelt, Jefferson County, where?
Hi, I have been seeing reports about a Rose-breasted Grosebeak at the Wheat Ridge Greenbelt and I went there and parked at Prospect Park and spent a few hours walking around last week but I never found the Grosbeak, but I did find some of the warblers. It's a large area and I might have missed the spot. Could some one be so kind as to point me in the right area? I got another report today so I guess they are still there. I have only see one once so I would like to see it again. Thanks Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/0a5b6ef0-c90b-45c2-bde4-699330e921d9%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Rusty Blackbirds at First Creek @ Denver, Denver County, yes
Yesterday I tried my luck at finding the Rusty Blackbirds that have been at First Creek park near the stable (east of the light rail bridge) and after spending twenty minutes I did get a photo of on bird that turned out to be a Rusty Blackbird. I had my doubts though since I lost the bird after getting two photos, one poor and the other from the back, and after thinking I refund it I found instead a Red-winged Blackbird male that disappointed me. However my photos on ebird have been confirmed. So these birds, while not reported for a few days are still present. They were mainly hidden in the cattails across from the stables. This is my check list link. Sorry for the later post, I wanted to make sure my photos were the right ones. https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S52420194 Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/94100eab-03ce-4264-aabe-08358b7815f6%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Black scoter and Tundra Swan YES
The Black Scoter at South Platte Resivor and the Tundra Swan at Blackrock Lake are still pressent. The six Trumpeter Swans are gone. Brian Johnson Englewood Co. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/b7b75815-c790-409e-b220-fb98bd263635%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: South Platte Resivoir Swans (And Black Scouter) Contue (Arapahoe County)
Just to update, at least on of the swans is a Tundra Swan. Thanks Joe Roller for pointing this out to me. Pretty cool to get to see two species of swans in a single visit. Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Friday, January 4, 2019 at 10:40:30 AM UTC-7, Brian Johnson wrote: > > The six *Trumpeter Swans* (I though it should be seven swans a swimming) > continue at the South East end. There is also a female *Black Scouter* > still present, mostly by her self away from the other ducks. Me and three > other birds were present and got good looks at the swans, they even climbed > on the ice and we got a great view of one with a rare yellow leg coloring > (but photos showed it was still a Trumpeter Swan). Jefferson County Cove > end is frozen over. > Good start to the morning, > Brian Johnson > Englewood CO > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/f3907335-6dce-4153-b176-c19596cdae1a%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] South Platte Resivoir Swans (And Black Scouter) Contue (Arapahoe County)
The six *Trumpeter Swans* (I though it should be seven swans a swimming) continue at the South East end. There is also a female *Black Scouter* still present, mostly by her self away from the other ducks. Me and three other birds were present and got good looks at the swans, they even climbed on the ice and we got a great view of one with a rare yellow leg coloring (but photos showed it was still a Trumpeter Swan). Jefferson County Cove end is frozen over. Good start to the morning, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/56d81650-98db-420c-9bca-b1d6b1cee0fe%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Hungry and cranky Bald Eagle, Arapahoe Platte River
Today while out for a walk along the river I was five minutes from my car and the end of my walk near the Bowls underpass when I saw a Bald Eagle and got quite the show. The eagle, a full grown adult, came flying over the river chasing a Canada Goose. The goose was either knocked out of the air by the eagle or forced out of the air into the river, either way I have not seen this before. The eagle did not follow up it's attack, probably since the goose was now with others in the river, and circled around the river. As it was doing this the eagle spotted the local Red-tailed Hawk and apparently decided the local hawk should not be around and flew in pursuit, successfully chasing of the hawk. The eagle finally calmed down and landed in a tree allowing some so-so photos. Eventually the eagle flew off, giving me quite the show. It's winter and the eagles have returned. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/c2372fdb-dca7-4752-81aa-3addc947a753%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Green Heron, South Platte River, Arapahoe County
Today I was surprised to find a *Green Heron* along my patch of the South Platte River. It the bird did not move I would never have spotted it. I found it across from Hudson Garden stretch, on the opposite bank from the trail and right across from the Red Barn in Hudson Garden, the best land mark I can give. It was hanging out on the rocks along the river bank. I think it is a juvenile bird. Here is my check list with a heavily zoomed in photo, that bird was a ways away. https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S49252648 Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/757a9d02-6d69-469c-9e63-4dd9fbf41fb0%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Speaking of New World Vultures...
I have noticed less Turkey Vultures where I work at Bear Valley, at Hampden Ave and Sheridan. Their used to be upwards of 20 circling overhead above the Bear Creek valley but this year I have only see at most five and only a few days this year. Brian > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/632baf45-ee99-4ba0-90e7-746868499855%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Hummingbird Question
Two of my favorites are at Roxborough Stat Park, right outside the visitor center, which can get Black-chimed Hummingbirds. Another is the hummingbird feeders at Echo Lake Lodge, along side the parking lot near the lake trail-head. In July it's one of my spots I look for Rufus Hummingbirds, which for me has been reliable. Both of with in easy walking distance from the parking lot. Brian Johnson Englewood Co, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5afbc4c9-dffd-4ee3-a4d3-2ff640b4df44%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: White Eyed Viro Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakweood, Jefferson County
Here is my ebird checklist with a photo of the whie-eyed vireo. The above link also has it's photo. https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S45711423 Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/2362f7c5-bb45-41b2-99ea-2280f495e240%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] White Eyed Viro Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakweood, Jefferson County
Today while hiking the majority of the Mt Carbon trail in Bear Creek Lake park I refound the *White-eyed Vireo *that Mark Chavez found back on May 11th. However it's a away from the parking lot and you will need to walk a ways, over two miles total. It was on the other side of the river from the Mt Carbon trail. To get there go to Pelican Point and park at the large dirt lot with the group pavilion, right after the Horse Arena, and take the Red Tail Trail all the way to it's end and follow the Owl trail into a cottonwood forest. The bird is there sing up a storm, which is what drew my attention. Here is a link to INautaurlist with the location, https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/12488738 Also for some reason Google Map has it labeled Fitness Trail but that's not correct. There might be another way from Muskrat Meadows picnic area but I am not sure abut this, you would need to cross the river from this picnic area. I will be adding photos of the bird to ebird this evening. I hope this makes sense. Brian Johnson Englewood Co, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/3910e742-040c-4633-95ac-58524738cad7%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Happy Pi (ed Pigeon) Day, Arapahoe County
Nothing exiting here for a sighting, but after recovering from a brutal migraine this morning I went for a short walk and saw a flock of Rock Pigeons and spotted a very striking Pied individual in the flock. A Pied Rock Pigeon for Pie Day, just perfect a bird nerd. If you want to see the photo of this bird, here is my checklist, https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S43649933 Brain Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/90b2e3c5-117f-4343-a8ce-905b3e9519fa%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Worm-eating shrikes, Crowley & Lincoln Counties; and other matters
It was great birding with you Ted at the Black Hole and John Martin Reservoir. The festival was great fun. Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/d16a7caf-3645-4161-b70b-1966d44c69f8%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Bird Photo ID Help, Grand County
Thanks for the suggestions. Townsend's Solitair is the mystery bird. Thanks every one, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/8659d460-b7d7-4a17-b49b-320b03f40858%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Bird Photo ID Help, Grand County
Years ago in Rocky Mountain National Park I was only just starting to photo birds and looking back at this photo I find I don't know exactly what it is. It was taken along the East Inlet Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand County. Can some one follow this link, https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S25998450 and let me know what you think this bird is? The birds is listed as a flyacher species. Thanks Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/047e06d8-1220-42ce-b167-4dfd78e26d49%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Rocky Mount Arsenal, Adams County
With my day off I went out to roam around Rocky Mountain Arsenal and though I had to work to find them I did find some nice birds. I got a great look at a pair of *Ferruginous hawks* along side of the road. This road is part of the new expansion for the wildlife drive. If you have not seen it it is an extra 7 ish miles of exploring in an area previously unavailable except by tour bus. It is part of the new Bison rang expansion. To reach this new area drive past Lower Derby Lake (which now has a parking lot and a observation deck) and just before the road turns to gravel (the way to Blue Stem Lake) there is a left hand turn. It becomes a one way road after a bit so you must enter here. Since it is part of Bison Range you must stay in your car. At the end is a parking lot for Rattle Snake Hill, and a short loop trail. It's great to have some new options at such a great location. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/510c0361-6cc1-4098-9273-ac8be1a53d93%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Harris's Sparrow still present, First Creek At Denver, Denver County
HI, After roaming around Rocky Mountain Arsenal I went over to check out First Creek to see if the Barn Owls where around (I did not find them) or if that Harris's Sparrow was still around that was reported a while ago (I can't remember when and by whom). I did find the Harris's Sparrow to be around. I found it with a flock of White Crowned Sparrows, a Song Sparrow and some Dark Eyed Juncos (Oregon). They where on the other side of the fence in some dead fall under a tree. This was at the intersection of Buckley Road (which is the trail here if you have not been here before) and the other trail heading east and under Pena BLVD. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/90cb6d9a-7173-469e-bdc8-7b2a1fab5956%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Snowy Owl Jefferson Co.
I have not seen any ebird reports for days on this bird. I think he (at least I believe it is a male) has flown away, which is to bad. Hope he is doing well and gets home eventually, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/e50310ed-6f15-4c00-a312-1083f642e5f1%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Snowy Owl YES
The snowy owl was present again today. Many people saw it at about 4 PM on a house at 99th Pl and Independence DR, which is accessible from 100th AV. This was a little east of the High School the bird was at yesterday. The owl does seem to favor this area. This was a great way to finish of the year. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/1f43c023-ba20-4106-ac24-8b9eed2753e3%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Canvasbacks Kettering Park, Arapahoe County
This evening I counted three *Canvasbacks *at Kettering Park in Littleton. The lake was unfrozen but that is likely not to last long with colder temps in the forecast. There was also a *Marsh Wren* making noise in the reeds to the north west part of the lake, but I did not get a view. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/3db6b72f-b988-45cf-a980-ff13bba83919%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Snowy Owl, Morgan County, NO
I tried again today for the snowy owl in Morgan county and with out success. I tried Morgan County Road Y and 26, which showed up on my ebird alert yesterday. It was reported to ebird on Sunday with photos but still no luck. This owl has been reported in different locations between Fort Morgan and Brush making me think it is ranging around a lot and making it hard to pin down. Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5d5d2482-0b81-4258-894d-a0321a4f04dc%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Snowy Owl, Morgan County, NO
Today I tried my luck with trying to find a snowy owl reported on the Morgan County CBC along CR W as reported yesterday on ebird. However my effort proved futile. I spent a few hours searching and never found it. Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/38cd2cbf-bc1b-44df-804f-7acb82b20911%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Trumpeter Swan, Adams
The Trumpeter Swan at Lower Derby was still present today at 4:20 PM at the far northern end of the lake. Brian Johnson Englewood Coo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/2856f0e7-5be9-4290-a573-7d3d23f85b62%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Four Goose Day at Clement Park, Jefferson County
After striking out with the Parker Brant (the darn bird was reported one hours after I left) I went to try and find the Snow Goose at Clement Park to add to my Jefferson County Life List. I it and two other Snow Geese along with a Greater White Fronted Goose and many, many Canada and Cackling Geese. I found them this time grassing along the east side of the library near some picnic pavilions, the geese here also like the ball fields to the south of the library. It was rather fun to get four goose species not only in the city but in the same spot! I was wishing for a Brant to show, but I never found one. Here is my checklist, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S40668152 Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/3f34c63f-381d-4ebc-96f4-890fa57fc734%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Crows Denver County
OK nothing really exiting to mention here, but I saw an opportunity today for a Halloween post thanks to a crow, gas prices and a candy run for the library I work at. I had to go to the King Soopers across the street at the Bear Valley Shopping Center and I saw a American crow on top of the gas price sign calling and this verse, inspired by Edger Allen Poe's the Raven, came to mind, however I had to change the species from raven to crow. As I walked down the street, weak and weary I did ponder The gas prices I did wonder, Will the prices ever go down? Quoth the Crow "Nevermore." Happy Halloween, Brian Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/4b71371b-69f9-49b0-adbe-08bf6afa8c0b%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Need help with a shore bird ID (Washintong County)
Thanks everyone for your response. I had not considered a Wilson's Phalarop. I was to used to seeing them swimming around rather than wadding. Should have considered them though. Thanks again Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/63d2f203-ff20-4ed5-af39-7cde48eb40d1%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Red Phalarop continues at Chatfield
Wanted to give a update to the Red Phalarope that was found yesterday (I don't know who found it but thank you for finding and reporting it) at Chatfield's Delta is still present. I found it this morning after 10. It was working the shore along the Platte river as it flows into the reservoir. The bird was working it's way out into the reservoir on the Jefferson side of the river, the west bank. There also was a Sanderling nearby. From the Kingfisher lot I walked along the road one the concert trail and followed the many trails in that area to the river and followed it until I ran out of land and soon found the Phalarop after looking over every single Killdeer out there (there's a lot of them out there also). Here is my checklist, soon to have a photo, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S39405340 Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/9643288b-a521-4037-bccc-06af35fe20c2%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Of birds, smoke and a running duck, Jefferson County
With the horrible smoky conditions today I had to scrap my major holiday planes of going on a long hike, I am asthmatic so I have to limit my time outdoors. I decided to head over to the Audubon Society at Chatfiled but found little going on with birds and went over to Harriman Lake. Two exiting finds awaited me. The first was two *clay collard sparrows* in migration. I have seen them before, but they proved to me exiting because they became the 200th bird seen in Jefferson County, completing my goal this year of getting 200 birds on that county check list. After that I went down to the shore to scan the lake and saw a odd duck in the middle of the lake. Looking more closely I could see it was some type of domestic. I got some photos and looked at something else. Turning back the duck was gone. If not for the photos I would assume I was imagining this bird due to a oxygen deprived brain. Looking up on Google for domestic duck types I found this bird. It's called a *Indian Running Duck*. And if you want something fun to watch YouTube Videos of them running are out there. I wish I could have seen that. They also stand upright like a penguin and not like a duck. This is not a ABA listable species since it's only a domestic mallard variety, but still, it was relay cool and proves that listable birds are not always the most exiting thing out there. I don't know where the duck came from or where it went, but it was rather cool to seen. And pretty. Here is my checklist with a photo of said duck if you want to see it, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S38996916 Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/ca2eda9a-2578-47e2-ad06-7168ec78c904%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Chasing Band Tailed Piegons, help needed
I found those elusive birds today. Thank you every one for all the tips I got. I especially want to thank Karl Stecher Jr. who got me in contact with his friend Larry who was very generous enough to invite me to his cabin on West Chicago Creek drive and see the pigeons that hang around his cabin. Also thanks to JoAnn Hackos who also gave me an invite to see the birds that come to her yard. In this case this bird took a community of birders for me to find, I am very grateful to every one. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/80e8b918-ea6f-42c8-bdce-273dec3db8b7%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Chasing Band Tailed Piegons, help needed
Hello, I was wondering if I could get some advise on a bird that has proven a elusive one for me. The Band Tailed Pigeon, it does not seem like this bird should be hard to find but I have been chasing this critter for two years now. I get to the place where it was reported and it's gone. My next day off is Tuesday (I am working a lot right now) next week and I was going up to Silverthorn area for a hike and will try and search for this bird again. So my question is, does any one have suggestions along the 1 70 corridor between Silverthorn and Denver metro area? If there is a good place around Silverthorn/Dillon I can search there too, I am staying open about where in the area I want to hike. Another area that looks promising looking at ebird is Ward. But I am open to suggestions. Thanks Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/fecd039f-5c16-47e6-b094-30a20d29302d%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Lark Bunting, Gilpin County
Today I deiced to explore Gilipn County some more and add to my life checklist. Rather than head over to Golden Gate state park I went exploring and found East Portal Trailhead. While that was an amazing walk what took the prize today was a *LARK BUNTING* between 8 or 9 thousand feet. I was rather surprised at this find and took a picture. This was not found at the trailhead but along the road, Tolland Road, county road 16, west of Rollinsvile. I found it in a meadow past the sign that warned of private property the next mile and a half, so you can't leave your car here. I first noticed a flock of mountain bluebirds and there on the fence was the lark bunting. A female was present but I could not photograph her. But I manged to photo the male, which I know was rare for the location. Here is my checklist for the road, the point I created was the meadow of the road where I saw the birds. Funny thing was I did not plan on creating a checklist here. https://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S38548977 Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/256bc42c-5bec-4874-a309-d6238172b35f%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Yellow Throated Vireo, Barr Lake, Adams County
This morning I found the Yellow throated Vireo at Barr lake that had been reported earlier on eibrd, but I don't think it was posted here, sorry if it was. I found it working the Cottonwoods at the entrance to the Niedarch Nature Trail, just past the Bark Ranger cut out (the one that says no dogs past this point) along the start of the board walk. I saw it at about 9:10 but I could not refined it when I got back from my walk at noon, there was a very load group of school kids present. I also was not able to get a photo. The bird was about midway up the cottonwoods on the right of the trail when I saw it. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/f4c24284-4a88-4c4f-b92e-814f96bede54%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Chico Basin (El Paso and Pueblo County)
Correction, I meant to Mark and not Matt, sorry about that. Typos are more common when you are tired. Sorry again, Brian On Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 7:05:58 PM UTC-6, Brian Johnson wrote: > > Today I made the drive from Englewood to Chico Basin to see what I could > find. I started at the Banding Station when I stopped for the outhouse and > met Dan (I can't remember his last name) and his group. I found a few birds > but only had 17 on my check list (even the banding station was going slow > at that time) and felling disappointed headed down to the HQ to sign in. > Here I met no disappointment.In all I had 43 birds and had the pleasure to > tag along with Art, Matt and David. We found three vireos, Plumbus, > Warbling and Cassin's, all in the same grove! I also found two Swamp > Sparrows skulking around the pond near the ranch house but could not > refined them latter. In addition I saw nine warblers, the high lite being a > Northern Parula, a lifer. > Dan and his group helped me find a female rose-breasted grosbeak, my 300th > Colorado bird and a lifer. Another good highlit was Art Mat and David > helping me get a great view of both a Virginia Rail and a Sora. Most common > birds, Lincolns Sparrow and Western Wood-pewee. Thanks to Dan, Art, Matt, > and David for helping find various birds. It was a great day at Chico. > Here are my checklists > http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36917803 HQ area > http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36917908 Rose pond > http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36903060 Banding area > > Brian Johnson, > Englewood CO > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/46a5138d-a785-433d-817c-cd90f6aa13e4%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Chico Basin (El Paso and Pueblo County)
Today I made the drive from Englewood to Chico Basin to see what I could find. I started at the Banding Station when I stopped for the outhouse and met Dan (I can't remember his last name) and his group. I found a few birds but only had 17 on my check list (even the banding station was going slow at that time) and felling disappointed headed down to the HQ to sign in. Here I met no disappointment.In all I had 43 birds and had the pleasure to tag along with Art, Matt and David. We found three vireos, Plumbus, Warbling and Cassin's, all in the same grove! I also found two Swamp Sparrows skulking around the pond near the ranch house but could not refined them latter. In addition I saw nine warblers, the high lite being a Northern Parula, a lifer. Dan and his group helped me find a female rose-breasted grosbeak, my 300th Colorado bird and a lifer. Another good highlit was Art Mat and David helping me get a great view of both a Virginia Rail and a Sora. Most common birds, Lincolns Sparrow and Western Wood-pewee. Thanks to Dan, Art, Matt, and David for helping find various birds. It was a great day at Chico. Here are my checklists http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36917803 HQ area http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36917908 Rose pond http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36903060 Banding area Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/40c090a0-df6d-40fe-84a4-904e563de74b%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
