[cobirds] Audubon Guide iphone app available for free now
Audubon has made their iphone bird guide app free on the App store. It's pretty impressive and nicely designed. It also incorporates ebird data very nicely. Kids have it so easy these days! :) (No kick-backs given to this chap). Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWMK1tnvBV99YUmqaVsSbfua5f_r8n23%3D7hgnLvURWcLfQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Possible Arctic Tern, Chatfield Douglas, Co.
I didn't see any terns at the sandpit or elsewhere around chatfield between 345-440. Scott Somershoe Littleton CO. On Friday, October 2, 2015, Glenn and Laurie <jun...@comcast.net> wrote: > Here are some pictures of the juvenile plumage, Arctic Tern from > Chatfield. > > http://www.pbase.com/gwalbek/2015_birds > > He has been sitting on the end of the sandspit, taking off to fill up on > gizzard shad and returning to the sandspit. At first glance he could be > overlooked as a Common Tern, but aging the bird helps determine it’s ID. > The white secondaries with white-tipped, secondary coverts should not > appear in any plumage Common Tern. Additionally, Common Tern should show a > dark secondary bar in all plumages except Alternate, which this bird > clearly is not. > > Glenn Walbek > Castle Rock, 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 > <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','cobirds%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com');>. > To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com > <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','cobirds@googlegroups.com');>. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/9F58746063B4468BAA8376955C1D0EF3%40GWdell > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/9F58746063B4468BAA8376955C1D0EF3%40GWdell?utm_medium=email_source=footer> > . > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- 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/CAJmtx%2BXwKeWaeAXxUQrVBp4w0fu8T9Nf9fY1MO4b6YLez3My%3Dw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] psyillid CFO article
Dave Leatherman's excellent CFO journal on hackberry psyillids and birds is archived here: http://cobirds.org/CFO/ColoradoBirds/HungryBird/11.pdf Several brown creepers and RB nuthatches have arrived at Golden Ponds. Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWNBLHxBE7Sqm_0kKu7nHoz9AZZwwTZwy6N2DbJ9A97AFA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Re: Red Phalarope - Chatfield State Park - Jeffco
About 4pm today, I relocated one immature Sabine's gull and the red phalarope from the swim beach at chatfield state park. Pretty sure I had the birds in both Jefferson and Douglas counties, for what that's worth. At the marina spit, usual suspects with 2 common terns. Good birding, Scott Somershoe Littleton CO Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 21, 2015, at 2:51 PM, Ira Sanders <zroadrunne...@gmail.com> wrote: > > An imm Sabine's just joined it in the same view. > > Ira Sanders > Golden > >> On Sep 21, 2015 2:45 PM, "Ira Sanders" <zroadrunne...@gmail.com> wrote: >> Birders, the Red Phalarope is presently visible from the swim beach. >> >> Ira Sanders >> Golden >> > > -- > 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/CABF3siE667b6m4s_Z%2BuLr%2Bhn-6of9W5r91xEA1a6Y7x-VWnuRg%40mail.gmail.com. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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/6D2ADCF1-A113-4E99-B2A3-9FABC3639B78%40gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Sabine's Gull and more at Chatfield State park (Douglas County)
I took my 3 yr old daughter out to the marina spit about 4:15pm. She spotted every pelican and non-Sabines gull out there. I picked out a common tern but no Sabines. The wind was also howling. A bit after 5 we stopped by the swim beach and some happy birders from St Louis just had a Sabines fly by. I looked for a bit longer from a few spots up to the boat ramp by the dam and never saw the elusive Sabines. The point is a Sabines was around late today at chatfield and, on the bright side, I was able to bird with the kiddo, almost fuss free, for a while (sand and rocks and water help immensely!). Good birding, Scott Somershoe Littleton CO Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 18, 2015, at 1:41 PM, Douglas Kibbe <dpki...@msn.com> wrote: > > There was a Sabines gull present north of the marina sand spit this morning. > However it an immature, not the adult bird shown in Tom's photo. > Also present this morning on the sand spit itself were a Forster's tern, > cattle egret and a red phalarope. > > Doug Kibbe > Littleton > > > Date: Fri, 18 Sep 2015 10:24:07 -0700 > > From: cheezwhiz...@gmail.com > > To: cobirds@googlegroups.com > > Subject: [cobirds] Sabine's Gull at Chatfield State park (Douglas County) > > > > Does anyone know if the Sabine is still at Chatfield today? Nice find Tom... > > > > -- > > 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/12b3f424-af9c-4938-ac2a-936aa1ea07a9%40googlegroups.com. > > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- > 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/BLU174-W14D4BAD035E5069B53D54AB6590%40phx.gbl. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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/5C9B2691-FDE2-4474-80B1-6CD60819C07C%40gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Weld-Morgan Co birds, 14 Sept 2015
All, I started out yesterday morning towards Crow Valley Campground, Weld Co. but stopped to watch large numbers of blackbirds come out of a marsh at sunrise at Weld CR60 1/2 where it bends left (North) and turns into CR37. Ribbons of Red-wings were seen before I got to the marsh and then saw ~7-8,000 Yellow-headed all perched up in the reeds, some on road sides, some leaving in groups of 200-300, etc. Lots of red-wings still in the marsh as well and tons starlings. I submitted fairly conservative numbers to eBird, but there were probably 40-50k blackbirds total. I was enjoying the sight and sunrise more than counting. At Crow Valley, lots of turnover with migrants recently reported, but there were plenty of Wilson's Warblers and other birds to look through. I eventually saw a variety of other warblers, with *American Redstart* the best bird. I got a couple photos of a red-shafted and *yellow-shafted flicker* together. I also flushed a *barn owl* from the SW corner of the campground. List for those interested: http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist?subID=S25034677 I then went towards Jackson Lake SP in Morgan Co, but on CR93 I came across a large farm pond/wetland. I had 6 *red-necked phalaropes* floating around, a pair of ferrug loafing on the shore, and large numbers of sparrows in the grass on the shoreline close to the road, mostly Vesper, but also Savannah and a pile of Horned Larks. I then realized there were several *Chestnut-collared Longspurs* in the area as well, calling and flying around. I managed some horrible shots of one longspurs (in link below). A nice variety of waterfowl and some avocets were present. Hundred and hundreds of Vesper Sparrows and some Lark Sparrows on the back roads on the way to Jackson Lake SP, which was mostly a bust. Usual suspects seen on the water. One Forster's and one Black Tern were nice. Townsend's Warbler and a Hairy Woodpecker by the "swim beach" were highlights, for what that's worth. A few photos if interested: http://www.pbase.com/shoeman/colorado_fall_2015 Good birding, Scott Somershoe Littleton CO After almost 6 years of work, the Birds of Tennessee, A New Annotated Checklist is available! Amazon Link: http://www.amazon .com/Birds-Tennessee-New-Annotated-Checklist/dp/1507815751/ -- 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/CAJmtx%2BU4ajRK2fmnd-T-JRUO8q8SJRFxZrgXSG_PF-YZEaiqCQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Elbert Co, 18 Aug
Alec Hopping and I birded around, mostly Elbert Co yesterday, with a little dip into El Paso and short swing into Lincoln. Few highlights: In the Ponderosa pines east of Elizabeth (Elbert) – lots of *Western Bluebirds* (lots of juveniles), a *Calliope Hummer* at a feeder (I missed that one!), *Type 2 Red Crossbills* in a bunch of locations, a *Chipping Sparrow* feeding a cowbird fledgling at Casey Jones Park, and two *Plumbeous Vireos* counter singing off Down West Ride (that’s the road name!). On CR86, at a large pond east of Kiowa and just east of Freeze Rd (it’s an eBird hotspot), we had 8 species of shorebird, with a *Baird’s* being the best bird, plus scattered ducks and some *Double-crested cormorants*. I spotted a Tiger Salamander while zipping down the highway, which was a real highlight for us! Plenty of *Vesper* and *Lark Sparrows*, and scattered *Cassin’s Kingbirds* all over the place to the south. We didn’t see as many *Loggerhead Shrikes* as Dave Suddjian a few days ago, but we saw scattered birds here and there. In El Paso Co., we stopped at Ramah SWA. Plenty of *Lesser Yellowlegs* with a couple *Greater*, several *Solitary* and *Wilson’s Phalaropes*, a continuing *Pectoral*, 12+ *Black Terns*, and a *Peregrine Falcon* that gave the birds fits. It almost nailed an *American Avocet*, but the avocet dove into the lake to avoid being lunch. At the “park” in Ramah, we had 2 *Wilson’s *and a *Yellow* *Warbler*. Back into Elbert, we had a *Burrowing Owl* on CR 201 in a mostly plowed corn field, with scattered tall green stalks remaining. The general area was quite heavily farmed and the habitat was just odd. Maybe it was passing through. Lots of playas with water, but few to no birds. Some areas were likely recently filled by heavy storms. Tons of Lark Buntings all over the place. A *Ferruginous Hawk* was on a light post on I-70 the west edge of Limon (Lincoln Co). We tried to bird Ball Res in Elbert by Agate, but the distance was great, wind howling, and shimmer was rough. We could see ducks out there, but couldn’t tell more than that. We didn’t see much else other than a Great Blue Heron, Calif Gull, and some White-faced Ibis that landed and vanished into the weeds. We had one intergrade N Flicker just north of Ball Rez on CR170. Not a bad day considering we were back in DEN by 2:30! 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+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/CAJmtx%2BWp%3D1Hr2JKah683HJ4zZemei%2BRBTLeBKMzhh1twt_y84w%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Park (and some Jefferson Co), 14 August
Late report, but better late than never. I birded around Park County on 14 August, the day after David Suddjian. I also went up CR56 (Lost Park Rd) into Pike NF. In the prairies, as David noted, there were a lot of Savannah Sparrows and a random *Eurasian Collared-Dove*. I had a *Western Kingbird* at the entrance gate/fence to the NF about a mile from Hwy 285. Lots of *Chipping Sparrows *and *Gray-headed Junco’s* all over the place and scattered *Clark’s Nutcrackers* (which are a bird that doesn’t get old). About 6.7 miles from 285 in an area of open pines and a great scenic view, I heard the distinct call of *Pinyon Jays*. I wasn’t expecting them around here, but eventually saw one flying away. They are quite uncommon in the north part of the county and that was a really lucky lifer! At the same spot I had a small group of warblers and sparrows fly over. I got a pretty decent look at one of the birds and I’m quite certain it was a Townsend’s Warbler, but not 100%. A pair of *Three-toed Woodpeckers* showed nicely along the creek by a road side camp site and there were good numbers of *Violet-green Swallows* up and down the valley (as per high count flags in eBird). Further up the road I finally found a long overdue, terrible nemesis lifer *Gray Jay* thanks to intel from David on where he saw them the day before! I heard two and got nice, but distant, looks at one, but they didn’t linger. It was quite nice, and unexpected, to get two lifer jays on the same road! An *Olive-sided Flycatcher* was perched high on CR39 as I was cutting south towards CR77 from Lost Park Rd. I traveled south on CR77 towards the community of Tarryall and found a nice group of *Brewer’s Blackbirds *and a male* Lazuli Bunting. * I went up CR211 through Pike NF and the Hayman fire. I didn’t really have much time to stop continually, but stopped when I saw birds, which was often enough. One of the greener areas (still in Park Co) had 3 *Williamson’s Sapsuckers*. Back into Jefferson Co now, I stopped at a green draw and a female Broad-tailed Hummer came zipping out of the woods and hovered outside my open window for 15 sec or so, while we assessed each other. Another random flock on a ridge top had at least 3 *Western Tanagers*, a *Lark Sparrow*, among other more common species and a couple miles up the road I had a pair of *Peregrine Falcons* flying around, one with a snack in its talons. Eventually I got to Stony Pass Rd and quickly refound one *Lewis’s Woodpecker* and 3 *Red-headed Woodpeckers*. Thanks to the folks that eBirded from here recently! I had an adult female/imm Northern Harrier circling Hwy 126 south of Buffalo Creek, more specifically at Spring Creek Trail and just south of the large burn here. I guess it was passing through as that bird caught me off guard and it was about to storm! Not a bad day of birding considering a late start and early end! 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+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/CAJmtx%2BUo%3Dmp1O1P3Cxo0w-Tzja7ps%3DFAP3GkzpbrkMqG4KHpcw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Barrow's Goldeneye, Echo Lake, Clear Creek Co.
On the way to Mt Evans this morning (where I finally got lifer Brown-capped Rosy-Finch), a hen Barrow's Goldeneye was on Echo Lake with 6 young ones (one was much larger than the others). This bird had been previous reported (so I was on the look out) and they were right next to the road when we arrived. Not a nemesis bird, but it was an overdue lifer. I was befuddled by the all black bill, which isn't shown in any of my field guides, but this evening I found it mentioned in a Nat Geo reference book. Now I'm convinced of the ID, although the head and bill shape were good for Barrow's. You learn something new every day. Two lifers on the day! I have photos if anyone is interested. Cheers, 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+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/CAJmtx%2BXqx-TB%3DrNsQ94Y8P4OimuAvpi05QNNbqxVtEiGbYJXgw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Dickcissels in fields along Squirrel Creek Rd in El Paso County
All, Although I never got around to writing up a post on a lot of birding I did around eastern CO from July 23-26, I figured I would share some info on Dickcissels that I came across during my journeys. I had a total of 10 Dickcissels along Old Pueblo Rd and the western end of Hanover Rd in El Paso Co on 26 July. I entered these birds into eBird at 4 different personal locations along that 2-3 miles of road. On the same day, I had one singing at Cheraw Lake in Otero Co. (they had been prev reported here this year as well in eBird). I also totaled 18 Dickcissels on Tamarack Ranch SWA in Logan Co on 25 July. All the birds were on the part of the SWA on the east side of CR55 (not the side where the Eastern Wood-pewee is/was). I covered most of the roads passable in a Camry. I also found a bunch of Dickcissels along CR138 just west of Crook near Tamarack Ranch (where I also refound previously reported Upland Sandpipers in a recently mowed field). I guess Dickcissels are more regular/expected in the NE corner of the state? I felt like I was back in the southeast at Tamarack Ranch with N Cardinals, Red-bellied (a few) and Red-headed Woodpeckers (abundant), Bell's Vireo, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Field Sparrows, Eastern Bluebird, Northern Bobwhite, Baltimore Oriole, among other eastern birds, incl the continuing Eastern Wood-pewee. Neat place with tons of habitat to explore. I'll definitely have to get back there again. I also birded around Red Lion SWA, Jumbo Res, and other water bodies. Plenty of nice birds, but nothing earth shattering. I really enjoy seeing Baird's Sandpipers on nearly every wetland/lake shore that I scan! Good birding, Scott Somershoe Littleton, CO On Wed, Aug 5, 2015 at 12:42 AM, SeEttaM . seet...@gmail.com wrote: Yesterday I decided to do some birding east of Colorado Springs after an appointment in town and as I drove on Squirrel Creek Rd I heard a Dickcissel. When I turned around and drove back I found at least 4 and likely 6 Dickcissels were singing actively in sunflower fields on both sides of the road (would seem to indicate they are guarding territory and that females are likely nesting in there). Though I didn't remember reading about Dickcissels along Squirrel Creek Rd in posts here this year, I subsequently found a post recently by Stephen Getty of a singing Dickcissel on Milne Rd about 1 km south of Squirrel Creek Rd in an overgrown lot. The location I saw the Dickcissels yesterday was several miles from Milne Rd. On ebird there was a sighting of 3 Dickcissels much further west at Squirrel Creek Res. The location I had them was east of Williams Creek (there aren't many crossroads out there). I will look thru more online maps to see if I can pin the location down better. I got a couple of pics of one of the Dickcissels that I have uploaded onto my Birds and Nature blog http://birdsandnature.blogspot.com/ along with discussion about the use of sunflower habitat. SeEtta Moss Canon City http://BirdsAndNature.blogspot.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+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/CAAUvckp2iW%2BbjD%3D%3DYZjyJ6sb3Q57Sit-Dp2_XTjh9%3DRtKVokvA%40mail.gmail.com https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAAUvckp2iW%2BbjD%3D%3DYZjyJ6sb3Q57Sit-Dp2_XTjh9%3DRtKVokvA%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=emailutm_source=footer . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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/CAJmtx%2BWi9Ut3HKVMOy_gJ1-nz8DYBCygZOoe5NPb3WTm%2ByZrow%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Little Blue Heron
I checked early this morning for the Little Blue Heron, no luck. After birding with Gary Lefko, I hit the gravel pits on my way back home. As I pulled up on the SW corner of the pond at CR 24 1/2 and 9 3/4 (around 13:30), I saw 4 small, all white birds fly from the SE corner. As I got my binoculars on them, I immediately recognized a juvenile Little Blue Heron, with 3 Snowy Egrets chasing it. The heron had dusky wing tips that were difficult to see as it flew, as well as yellow legs. The 3 egrets had all white wings, black legs and yellow feet. They all flew generally east, presumably to the pond behind the subdivision. After scoping the rest of the pond and the one across the road, and talking to a birder whose name I cannot recall, I drove around to the subdivision and tried to look at the pond. There was no direct access anywhere, and not wanting to draw the ire of the locals for parking and going to their playground, I gave up trying to search for the heron and egrets. -- 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/394cb452-5000-438d-a698-f12212d82dce%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Barn Owls
Just an FYI, For those of you that have been watching the CARRI Barn Owls nest box activities; well don't stop watching yet, it appears that the adult owls are are going to renest. Their are two adult birds inside the box that have mated several times. There is also at least two young that were raised in the box earlier this season. The young birds are banded, yet the adult birds are not. The adults seem to stay at the back of the box were the young remain just under the camera. Last year we had 1 out of 10 Barn Owl boxes active with Barn Owls and we banded 6 owlets and 1 adult female. This year we had 6 nest boxes active and banded 26 nestlings and 1 adult female. If you build it they will come. Watch live at www.carriep.org Scott Rashid Director of CARRI in Estes Park --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.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+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/55A8F37E.2040208%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] ebird - hiding records from output
Folks, When submitting via computer you can hide the output by checking a box on the right menu Hide from eBird Output. This is not a feature for mobile versions. In this case wait to submit your record when you return home. I suggest that birders use this feature when happening upon a nesting sensitive or low population species, or any species and their habitat that could be impacted by repeated visits. Unfortunately eBird does a terrible job of hiding sensitive species from output, leaving it in the hands of users for the most part. Finally, no birder is immune from being cited for take under the MBTA, even with the best of intentions. Do the birds, their habitats, and the folks trying to protect them a favor and let them nest in peace. Thanks Duane for your efforts. Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWPt4XT8zsc_ZnAQPMNZLjwzhuX9a3-RmdRx1OnoZG%3D1Uw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Black Phoebe (and phoebe trifecta), Waterton Canyon, Jeff Co.
All, I headed out this morning on a wild phoebe chase to see if I could refind a Black Phoebe at Waterton Canyon, Jefferson Co. that was posted by someone on the Colorado Bird Photography Facebook page the other day. After some serious wandering around trying to find the spot in the photos, I found an Eastern Phoebe along the river by a water control structure and returned 90 min later and refound the Eastern in the same spot and saw the Black Phoebe across the river! I had a Say's Phoebe on the hike in for the phoebe trifecta on one list! The spot where I found the Black Phoebe is the same place it was found a few days ago, so it might hang around. Directions for the Black Phoebe: from the parking lot for Waterton Canyon, cross Waterton Rd and walk the trail for about 8 min (brisk walk) and at the first split, follow the dirt road off to the left (this takes you towards the rivers edge and the open field is on your left with a low chain link fence). In a couple hundred meters there is a small brown shed and a second shed with water control structures behind tall fencing on the left. Both phoebes were at this spot. I only saw the Black Phoebe across the river perching on low snags about 20m upstream of the small dam, but it was previously photographed on a railing on the near shore. I managed some photos of the Black and Eastern Phoebe that start here: http://www.pbase.com/shoeman/image/160741682 I also included photos in my gallery of what I guess is a hybrid male Indigo-Lazuli Bunting. It was around a couple other male Lazuli's and a gang of females/juveniles. I never saw a wing bar, but the unusually white breast and belly had me wondering (not quite right for a second year male Indigo either). The song was not spot on for Indigo either. The bird was in a wet draw on the right about half way to the phoebe spot. Thanks in advance for any feedback on this one. 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+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/CAJmtx%2BUpfQ1gRRbQpuxBeE3zi783baJ2usGe6CrW_T8%3DLH-bcQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] kestrels
Hi All, Just an FYI, if interested,we have a live American Kestrel camera along with the live Barn Owl cameras that you can watch at .carriep.org Enjoy. Scott Rashid Estes Park --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.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+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/55934471.6000903%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] eagle nest update - Longmont
A new female has paired with the single male Bald Eagle that lost his mate to electrocution leaving him to care for two chicks. The male continues to forage for the young and the new female has been guarding the nest. Story: http://www.dailycamera.com/boulder/ci_28317541/bald-eagle-chicks-get-stepmother-at-nest-near?source=most_viewed Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWOXEuaGMn2kTabutpOOqqXZtfArAcv8COggHYV7%3DXS%3DSw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Fwd: eBird iOS App Now Available
News: Birdlog now exclusively an eBird app for iOS. If you use Bird log already you'll notice a similar format as it was developed by the Bird Log team. Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO -- Forwarded message -- From: eBird eb...@cornell.edu Date: Tue, Jun 16, 2015 at 4:35 PM Subject: eBird iOS App Now Available To: scottesev...@gmail.com eBird iOS App Release June 16, 2015 Dear eBirder, We would like to invite you to download our new eBird iOS app for data entry. The app is free at this link in iTunes: Download the eBird app In 2012, David Bell’s company BirdsInTheHand, LLC, released a mobile app called ‘BirdLog’, on Android and iOS devices. This app revolutionized the way birders recorded information in the field, and was the first and only app to tie directly into your eBird account for data entry. The app became so critical to eBird, that in 2014 the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and David Bell reached an agreement to transfer development and management of the app to the eBird team at Cornell. All current iterations of BirdLog will be sunsetted in the near future, so it is important to make the switch to eBird mobile as soon as possible. Regular users of BirdLog will find that this app works similarly, with a few key improvements. The initial goal was to make a single, free, global data entry app for eBird. Subsequent iterations of the app will focus on reworking the user interface, making the app available in other languages, allowing breeding code entry and in-app checklist editing, and improving data out functionality. We have also begun development work for Android, and eBird mobile should be available on that platform in the coming months. What’s new with eBird mobile? Free—eBird mobile is free. Single global version—eBird mobile is available in a single consolidated version that works anywhere on earth. Expanded languages—Offers species common names in many local languages, in parallel with the eBird web site. Four-letter quick entry—based on common name and scientific name for all taxa globally, as on eBird. Show rarities—Rare species are now indicated on the checklist view, prompting observers to provide more detail. Refined start up screen—The ‘home page’ of the app has been reworked from a usability standpoint, making it clear how to get started entering data. Continuity—App updates don’t cause you to lose existing unsubmitted lists or personal locations and start-up is not delayed by taxonomic updates. Data quality improvements—The app more closely matches functionality of eBird web for protocols, and prompts users to be more precise about location plotting. Trip summary—Improved trip summary functionality makes keeping track of your trip list and day list fast and simple. We look forward to hearing your feedback. Please send comments to ' eb...@cornell.edu', and share your ideas on how we can improve the app. If you like the app, please rate it favorably on the iTunes store. We hope you enjoy the app! Thanks, Team eBird the Cornell Lab of Ornithology -- 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/CAL-OjWN99B58HJus8yNpEXtonq%2BOUHYvGGuEBkF%2BWVS2g%3DafLA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Swainson's Thrush night migration right now
With the cloud deck lifting a bit the air is full of migrating Swainson's Thrushes over Longmont. WHEEP . . . WHEEP -- Scott Severs Longmont Sent from Gmail Mobile -- 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/CAL-OjWN3Luf8wuOrf%2Be-akrGm7-_X%3Dd6J68iATT2%2BJcsSUw3%2Bw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Blue-winged Warbler, Jefferson Co
Thanks Eric. Great recording! That's the song I heard and I'm guessing it is the same individual that returned to the same spot this year. Good info from Rachel on how these birds sing the other song and some wrong songs. There's been quite a bit of work on the genetics of these species and some pure looking birds can have some mixed genes. Regardless, this is a Blue-winged Warbler singing a wonky song. Good learning experience for those not familiar with the complexity of these two species, the gene mixing that occurs and is not uncommon (yet you'd not know it by looking at the birds, unless it was a Brewster's or Lawrence's hybrid), and the weird songs they can sing (pure genetics or not). This song isn't even that weird for some of the songs I've heard Blue-winged sing! Good stuff. Cheers, Scott Somershoe Littleton CO On Mon, May 18, 2015 at 9:28 PM, Eric DeFonso bay.w...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Scott, I'm curious - how does the song you heard compare to this recording: http://www.xeno-canto.org/205952 I made this recording in the exact same area as you were today, just last year around this time. If it sounds like this, it could very well be the same individual. Read the additional notes at the link for more info on the song type and what someone who studies this bird in depth had to say about it. In sum, the bird could certainly be genotypically pure (to the extent that we define such things) and yet sing a song like this. It's really hard to know just from hearing and seeing the bird in the field, apparently! In any case, thanks for commenting on what you heard at the park today. Thanks, Eric On Mon, May 18, 2015 at 3:51 PM, Scott Somershoe ssomers...@gmail.com wrote: I easily relocated the Blue-winged Warbler this afternoon at Welchester Tree Park (Jeff Co) at the previously noted location on the northeast side of the park, however he was singing a mostly Golden-winged Warbler song the entire 15 min I watched him (or was in range of him). He only sang the last 3 notes of the Bee buzz buzz buzz of the Golden-winged Warbler song. Although he is phenotypically a Blue-winged, I'm sure he has some Golden-winged genes in him. The species regularly hybridize where they overlap and I've seen both species sing a spot on song of the other species in Tennessee (where both breed and there is occasional hybridization). I've mostly seen Golden-winged sing a perfect Blue-winged song and have only seen 1 or 2 Blue-winged's sing a Golden-winged song. He's still a Blue-winged, but I doubt he's a pure bird. I need to go back and get a recording of this guy! Cheers, Scott Somershoe Littleton, CO -- Eric DeFonso Boulder, 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/CAJmtx%2BV%2Bwd52%3DX_Ynqi8nH%2B84MzSCQQ94xjhdpqBqYAAJ8bE7g%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Blue-winged Warbler, Jefferson Co
I easily relocated the Blue-winged Warbler this afternoon at Welchester Tree Park (Jeff Co) at the previously noted location on the northeast side of the park, however he was singing a mostly Golden-winged Warbler song the entire 15 min I watched him (or was in range of him). He only sang the last 3 notes of the Bee buzz buzz buzz of the Golden-winged Warbler song. Although he is phenotypically a Blue-winged, I'm sure he has some Golden-winged genes in him. The species regularly hybridize where they overlap and I've seen both species sing a spot on song of the other species in Tennessee (where both breed and there is occasional hybridization). I've mostly seen Golden-winged sing a perfect Blue-winged song and have only seen 1 or 2 Blue-winged's sing a Golden-winged song. He's still a Blue-winged, but I doubt he's a pure bird. I need to go back and get a recording of this guy! Cheers, Scott Somershoe Littleton, CO On Sat, May 16, 2015 at 3:36 PM, Peter Gent g...@ucar.edu wrote: All, Having found no rare warblers in Boulder this morning, Joanie Kleypas and I wandered down to the Welchester Tree Park off 8th Avenue in Jefferson County. Around 9:15 we wended our way to the east end of the park by the creek. There we found a lady looking at the singing male Blue-winged Warbler. It was near the very top of a 10' high young tree, about 50 yards east of the boundary fence and about 20 yards north of the creek. It seemed to like this perch and sang there for a while. Cheers, Peter Gent. Boulder 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/CADEFvCdpezWZL1qw_KKf419uk6EAiv2AHL4pPoHxBHmahciCXQ%40mail.gmail.com https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CADEFvCdpezWZL1qw_KKf419uk6EAiv2AHL4pPoHxBHmahciCXQ%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=emailutm_source=footer . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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/CAJmtx%2BXySiX%2BJK44A3eRWabjHDYwzpEao5hZrsytbKdzgVUsyg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Redpolls may be all one species
A recent genetic study at Cornell University finds little difference between Hoary and Common Redpoll. News at Audubon: One Redpoll to Rule Them All | Audubon https://www.audubon.org/news/one-redpoll-rule-them-all --Scott Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO scottesev...@gmail.com javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','scottesev...@gmail.com'); -- Scott Severs Longmont Sent from Gmail Mobile -- 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/CAL-OjWPyFhiyFkmfjaX0y%2BKaqFGzYkatpYhCh1CzhM7CnZgKGw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Continuing Cattle Egret, Chatfield SP (Jeff Co).
Early this morning I swung through Chatfield SP with the kiddo to see the flooding on her beach and relocated the Cattle Egret that was reported to eBird yesterday (I don't think it was posted here). Anyway, the bird was feeding on the side of the road by the flooded fields west of Kingfisher Bridge (Jefferson Co.). Lots of worms in the road and the blackbirds and starlings were having a worm buffet for breakfast. Plenty of other birds singing this morning, but I couldn't hear much over the chatter from the back seat (and the yellow warblers, a couple least flycatchers, and the ubiquitous House Wrens). The water is supposed to rise a couple more feet (according to the SP web site), which would flood over the road west of kingfisher bridge where the Cattle Egret was hanging out. It wouldn't take much to flood over the road now! 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+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/CAJmtx%2BX%3DmtqNHsFB9A0CKyj_TtpNdZ3gVSJLqiE4QOxk-Jng1w%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Barn Owls
Hi all, We are looking for buildings to place Barn Owl nest boxes on. At the moment we (members of CARRI). The Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute in Estes Park, have placed 10 nest boxes for Barn Owls, with great success. We have 6 of the 10 boxes occupied with families of Barn Owls At this time we would like the boxes to be placed between Longmont and Fort Collins, just so we can have CARRI volunteers check them with out having to travel too far. As this project grows we will, hopefully have nest boxes all over the state. At this time, we have two boxes that need to be placed. You may think that this is a bit late for Barn Owls to nest, but it is not. Last year we had two families raise young starting in June. If you look at the CARRI webiste www.carriep.org/our-research/ and scroll down to the Barn Owl photos, you will see photos of the type of habitat that Barn Owls are using in Northern Colorado. We are also interested in areas that would have WiFi access so we can place live cameras on the nest boxes. If you have questions or think you know of areas where the nest boxes could be placed, e-mail me. Thank You, Scott Rashid Director of CARRI Estes Park --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.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+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/55509BE1.9020305%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Chatfield SP, Curlews continue, swallows galore etc
All, I stopped at Chatfield state park (Douglas co) and relocated the two long-billed curlews Doug Kibbe reported earlier in the prairie dog town by the east entrance in the pouring rain about 4pm. About 315 (in light rain) I birded the swim beach area (Jeff Co) which is pretty much under water. Thousands of swallows with the majority being Violet-green (800+), hundreds of Trees and a smattering of bank, barn and cliff mixed in (many perched in trees over the lake). Couldn't pull out a rough-winged. A pair of American avocets were wading where the beach usually is. I also had at least 46 Lark Sparrows in the parking lot. A couple yellow-headed blackbirds were among the red-wings just north of the beach. A few blue-winged teal flew by about the time I started getting drenched. At the model airplane field (back in Douglas co) I saw one vesper and 9 lark sparrows and a male lark bunting hanging out near the pavilion and out of the pouring rain. Lots of other birds flying around that I couldn't identify thru wet windows. Could be fun birding if we get a bunch of snow, but it'll be rough on the swallows! Great rainy birding! Cheers, 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+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/1E4FD10C-09FC-4262-8640-E90697B752B9%40gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] reminder: eBird Global Big Day begins at midnight MDT 5/9
Just go ebirding tomorrow! Notes from Tony: https://groups.google.com/d/topic/cobirds/mzvXTdPJ6hk/discussion Live results: http://ebird.org/ebird/globalbigday Good birding! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWPgZKk3XC8F5nDGcdk%2BQmt%3DXSac%2BZL-YsxrytPzKD0vQg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] CO Birds, 2-4 May 2015
All, I manged a bit of time out over the last few days, some with and some without my family. A few highlights, some of which may just be not real notable as this is my first spring in CO. One thing that is amazing is that I can't go anywhere and not trip on a House Wren or Spotted Towhee right now! *2 May 2015* South Valley Park, Jefferson Co. I hiked ~3.5 miles with my wife and daughter. 31 - Spotted Towhees and all singing males. I never saw a female. 3 - Blue-gray Gnatcatchers. These western birds mew very differently than easterns! Our yard in Littleton, Jeff Co Finally got a hummingbird at the feeder (female Black-chinned). Leave it to my almost 3 yr old to tell me there was a hummingbird at the feeder and low and behold I look around the side of the house and there was our first hummer at the feeder! She's quite the birder for being almost 3. Broad-tails have been heard for a few days, but I haven't seen one at the feeder yet. *3 May 2015* Chatfield SP, Douglas Co., while cycling Least Flycatcher calling by Kingfisher bridge (with at least 5 House Wrens). One Yellow Warbler on the Jeff Co side near the mouth of Deer Creek. The yellows here really slur their song like an American Redstart (I thought I heard a redstart there Saturday afternoon while cycling and pulling the kiddo, but wasn't completely sure, so I guess it was one of these western yellows). Lark Sparrows singing in both counties. I heard Broad-tails everywhere (guess I wasn't pedaling hard enough!) I also heard and then saw a pair of Brewer's Blackbirds south of Chatfield by the prairie dog town at Waterton rd and N Rampart Range rd. My first Brewer's since we moved here. Not bad for birding while out for a hard bike ride! *4 May 2015* Barr Lake SP, Adams Co, in the early morning rain for an hour by the Nature Center (no white-eyed vireo) 2 singing eastern Warbling Vireos Yellow Warbler - another western bird that sounds more like an Am Redstart to me. Managed to get some nice looks at the bird singing what is a very different song to me. Even the tone seems a little different than eastern yellow's. Weld Co birds: Lower Latham Res Numerous Marsh Wrens and a spontaneously calling Sora. Only found Least sandpipers with the usual Wilson Phals, Avcoets and Black-necked Stilts. Briggsdale area - at least 2 Brewer's Sparrows just south of the elementary school with usual grassland species, incl a couple Grasshopper Sparrows up the road. Murphy's Pasture area of Pawnee NG I took my time cruising down CR96 and had a lot of nice birds. Great looks at a couple McCown's Longspurs displaying. At least 6 Grasshopper Sparrows, and plenty of other sparrows to sort through. Interesting to see White-crowned Sparrows literally 4 miles from a shrub. This was the first time I'd seen Lark Buntings displaying. I could watch and listen to that all day. Checklist (photos incl): http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist?subID=S23224126 Not especially notable, but I saw a N Mockingbird by one of the in-holdings in Pawnee. Took me 2 months to find one in CO and there was about 1 sec of excitement on that bird. Nothing notable at Crow Valley Campground. Morgan Co - Jackson Reservoir My first time there and I definitely need to learn how to bird the area, but didn't have enough time to explore thoroughly. Oodles of Western Grebes (800+) and some Eared Grebes 1 Sanderling popped up on the rocks by the boat launch 1 Forster's tern Nice looks at various plumages of Calif Gulls and some nice breeding plumage Franklin's Gulls (which are really under rated!). I didn't take many photos yesterday, but a few start here: http://www.pbase.com/shoeman/image/159951394 Good birding, Scott Somershoe Littleton CO Jeff 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/CAJmtx%2BVvduJAimrFuaxpQauTWfsaQU00NRX1-3ZZifJ4%2BP0%3DTA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] barn owl
Hi All, For those of you interested in the Barn Owls that we have live on camera, The first egg hatched this morning. Each of the other 7 eggs should hatch in two day intervals from here on out. Feel free to watch live at www.carriep.org Scott Rashid Estes Park --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.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+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/55450E4C.207%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Belmar Park, Jefferson Co. - Ross's Goose
I stopped at Belmar Park, Jefferson Co. briefly this morning and a Ross's Goose flew by in a small flock of Canada Geese. It didn't land at Belmar, but was flying NE and fairly low. I suspect it's in the vicinity, but it looks like there are a lot of lakes in the area! I wonder if this is the same bird that was reported from Chatfield SP the other day. Full list: http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist?subID=S22859150 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+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/CAJmtx%2BWt2jFhgi5kfuj%2BkbBTE8_YtKf_A6_JwAyPnq8OSjbLww%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Fwd: [dino_hawk] Dinosaur Ridge HawkWatch in the Denver Post
Good article on the Dinosaur Ridge Hawkwatch today in the Denver Post. Thanks to Jeff Birek/RMBO and his cadre of volunteers. Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO -- Forwarded message -- From: jeff.bi...@rmbo.org [dino_hawk] dino_h...@yahoogroups.com Date: Mon, Apr 13, 2015 at 8:42 AM Subject: [dino_hawk] Dinosaur Ridge HawkWatch in the Denver Post To: dino_h...@yahoogroups.com Hey all! There is a nice article about the hawkwatch in the Denver Post today. Thanks to Roger Rouch for meeting up with the reporter on the Ridge and to Greg Thomas for the tie to the early days. Great work, guys! HawkWatch birders on Dinosaur Ridge continue to track hawk highway http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_27900854/hawkwatch-birders-dinosaur-ridge-continue-track-hawk-highway [image: image] http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_27900854/hawkwatch-birders-dinosaur-ridge-continue-track-hawk-highway HawkWatch birders on Dinosaur Ridge continue to ... http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_27900854/hawkwatch-birders-dinosaur-ridge-continue-track-hawk-highway As traffic flies by on C-470 below, dozens of hawks hurriedly head north, part of the avian spring migration documented by a string of volunteers arme View on www.denverpost.com http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_27900854/hawkwatch-birders-dinosaur-ridge-continue-track-hawk-highway Preview by Yahoo Jeff Birek -- 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/CAL-OjWPMfbChd_PekeZiYYAi9tc7Zibz32mUuu-OQE_%2BWGRnSA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] finches
Hi all, I have about 150 rosy-finches in the yard, including all three species. Also in the yard about 25 Cassin's Finches and assorted Juncos. Scott Rashid Estes Park --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.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+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/5512E5E7.60305%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Barn Owls
Hi all, Just an FYI, there is a live feed Barn Owl camera on a nest here in Colorado (at an undisclosed location) If you would like to watch the goings on with the pair, Check it out at http://carriep.org/ CARRIEP.org There are two cameras on the nest. One on the inside and the other on the outside. The pair arrived just the other evening. Enjoy, Scott Rashid Director of CARRI The Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute Estes Park --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.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+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/550F6B17.1040903%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] finches
Hi All, As usual, with the snow came the rosy finches. Several hundred are here in the yard on and off as the magpies come and go. All three species are here. as well as about 80 or so Cassin's Finches Scott Rashid Estes Park --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.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+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/54BFCAB4.1030305%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Barrow's Goldeneyes
Greetings On 1/16 two Barrow's Goldeneyes (1f,1m) were present at Watson State Wildlife Area.Watson is near Bellvue, CO. Scott CobbleFt. Collins, 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/2094220971.2515887.1421487015779.JavaMail.yahoo%40jws10681.mail.bf1.yahoo.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] possible Bohemian waxwings, Boulder 1/5
Hi Birders, During a staff meeting, I caught a glimpse of a flyover of 16 or so starling-sized waxwings moving south outside my office (49th Pearl). GISS as well as time of year strongly suggested they were Bohemian Waxwings. Happy New Year! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWNFCArdepyY1fCFM7Yg%2BsRXFTB5j%2BrT4x1ZApyJa%3D1Qmg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] searching for bird walk leader - Loveland
Hi, The High Plains Environmental Center (HPEC) in Loveland is searching for an knowledgeable birder to lead bird walks at Equalizer Lake. You may best know the area as the location where the Brant spent over a month in the fall. The area can be good for birds such as waterfowl and gulls in season. They also are looking for a presenter to give a talk about birds, perhaps early next year. If you are interested in lending your expertise, please contact Kelley Jazdzewski at: kel...@suburbitat.org High Plains Environmental Center http://suburbitat.org 1854 Piney River Dr. Loveland, CO 80538 Thanks, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by_btOY-3Za1yUv3VrChOURa7%3D_GbciHke4%3D5HAvyck9qw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] farewell
Hi, One sighting of minor note to report: a blue morph Snow Goose was in a large flock of Cackling and Canada geese along Rocky Mountain Ave. near Co. Rd. 24 in Loveland yesterday (Dec. 13) afternoon. I have completed my Masters degree at Colorado State University as of this week. I need to do some life stuff back East so I will be driving across the country starting today, making stops along the way for birding and sightseeing and then driving to see my family in Conn. for Christmas. I'll be living in the DC area, a place that I lived for many years. I will do some last minute birding in the Northern Front Range this morning, searching for but probably striking out on seeing a Northern Pygmy-Owl. Through my enjoyment of birding during my brief time here I've gotten to know some of you as well as increasing my life list by quite a bit. Thanks for any help that you have provided me. It was also fun to become reacquainted with birds that I hadn't seen for a long time before I came here. I will miss Colorado and would love to live here again someday if things work out. Good luck with the CBCs. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. soon to be in Gaithersburg, Md. -- 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/CAKO-by--Th5tJJNCD8mFQhjQD_rALJcJOzvMgGbpw7EugyALNw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Coyote Ridge Natural Area, Larimer County (Wed. Dec. 3)
Hi, Late post here. I had an enjoyable visit to Coyote Ridge on Wednesday. The walk from the cabin to the top of the hill was the most birdy. The best bird I had was an apparent Loggerhead Shrike. I first noticed it when a Western Scrub-jay was scolding something in a Ponderosa. I thought the object of scolding was the shrike but it turned out to be a Great Horned Owl. Anyway, when I got close to the shrike it appeared to have a short bill without a prominent hook. It perched atop Mullein and Mountain Mahogany and made forays to the ground where I couldn't see it. I never got a close look at the underparts. I hadn't realized that Loggerheads are supposed to be farther south in Colorado at this time of year until I did some ebird research last night. If I had known it at the time I would have passed it off as a Northern. The location was approx. 1/2 mile past the cabin on the north side of the trail. Other neat birds there included Canyon Wren, a soaring Golden Eagle and a pair of Prairie Falcons perched together on a dead Ponderosa. Happy birding, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by9bt9ScU5zcY035yFpX7TLJyOGBsn17RmsAGLSN3SMT3Q%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Surf Scoter, Colorado River SP, Mesa Co.; Nov. 24
Hi, I did some birding on the Western Slope on Sunday and Monday. On Monday afternoon I found a female Surf Scoter on the south end of Bookcliff Lake. She was associating with 3 Ruddy Ducks. Checking ebird I see that this species has been present here for over 2 weeks. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by_Z-MvsAFeqc-4g6U8eSb1MJGcCh4%3DOLizD9e5YvNDhYA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] conjunction of cold weather, migrating waterbirds, and open water . . .
. . . means that the next few days are perfect to look for recent arrivals on large bodies of water that remain mostly open. Especially as temperatures slightly moderate, and foggy conditions are reduced. A Red-necked Grebe was doing a Nessie impression in the fog at Lagerman Reservoir this morning. The fog and light hampered observations toward the middle but a good variety of regulars was present. Post your reports to eBird and Cobirds as folks get out to see things. Good Birding, Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWOdCLUkdMwMtyN08-BZcNq2NagqmhGNefhnG7t2R6riOA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Carpodacus finch ID chart
It should be noted that House Finch, Cassin's Finch, and Purple Finch were placed in the new world genus Haemorhous in the 2012 AOU supplement. http://blog.aba.org/2012/10/2012genuschanges-1.html Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO On Wed, Nov 12, 2014 at 11:42 AM, Scott E. Severs scottesev...@gmail.com wrote: Here's a nice page on finch ID from Cornell: Note: click on rows and tabs for expanded detail for each feature. http://feederwatch.org/learn/tricky-bird-ids/purple-finch-house-finch-and-cassins-finch/ Bryan's finch looks good for a Purple to my eyes. Nice find! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWNhRPkEZJ%2B3wX_a7VoztbHnLUw3hXoxfPTGRYExsuEkKw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] finches
Hi All, This morning with the cold weather, about 2000 Rosy finches landed in my yard. Mostly brown-caps, but do have a large number of Hepburn's here as well. No Black's though. Scott Rashid Estes Park --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.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+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/54622529.2030704%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] geese on the move 11/11
The low cloud deck and the winter weather are allowing good observation of migrating geese/waterfowl moving southward today. As my office window looks northward many large skeins of geese are moving over Boulder including a flock of about two dozen Snows. Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWOzUo-4JAsNP-TicVA0fOsy%2Br%2BAPFKUQZ6tGhny10YDhg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Eastern Phoebe, Ft. Collins (Larimer Co.)
Hi, I wish I had more time to go birding today but while walking across campus a little before 2pm I heard a familiar chip call. I had my binocs with me and after a search of a minute I saw an Eastern Phoebe perched in some sort of legume tree with yellow compound leaves. Brown above, whitish below, no eye ring, tail wagging, no wing bars, dark bill. I had to leave for class so I couldn't linger. The location is the behind the sw. corner of the Shepardson building on the east side of campus. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by-QpQLN_FMRBjdj5LpEHM1DSvzMwWMBW2LPKZ54iQnR6w%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Juncos, Boulder Co.; Nov. 1
Hi, Late report. After viewing the Magnificent Hummingbird in Boulder Co. on Saturday I swung by Eldorado Mtn. Open Space's Dowdy Draw area. There were a lot of birds at the end of the unsigned dead end road at the Fowler trailhead. Further up, I had a nice mixed flock of Juncos with all 5 subspecies including 2 White-winged. It is fun to see Juncos in Colorado, with so many subspecies possible. This location was the Spring Brook Loop North Trail a little before the intersection with the Goshawk Ridge Trail, just before the bridge and along the concrete chute. It is the same location where the Grace's Warbler was seen back in June. Happy birding, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by_%3DxN8p9KfprtrOJ4PR8nXejweZFDgQ5OYTCz8y2UAmhg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Fwd: Eastern Phoebe, Ft. Collins (Larimer Co.)
Of course, that is the Colorado State University campus (Nov. 3). Scott -- Forwarded message -- From: Scott Baron baron.sc...@gmail.com Date: Mon, Nov 3, 2014 at 2:45 PM Subject: Eastern Phoebe, Ft. Collins (Larimer Co.) To: Colorado Birds cobirds@googlegroups.com Hi, I wish I had more time to go birding today but while walking across campus a little before 2pm I heard a familiar chip call. I had my binocs with me and after a search of a minute I saw an Eastern Phoebe perched in some sort of legume tree with yellow compound leaves. Brown above, whitish below, no eye ring, tail wagging, no wing bars, dark bill. I had to leave for class so I couldn't linger. The location is the behind the sw. corner of the Shepardson building on the east side of campus. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by_sf1heSdL%3DynQHHt9V4K3mDgZukPzR23vGZMejSK3jSA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] upcoming bird walk, Equalizer Lake (Larimer Co.)
Hi, Join the High Plains Environmental Center for a morning of birding around Equalizer Lake in Loveland this Sunday Nov. 2. We will walk approx. 2 miles on sidewalks and on level walking paths to observe gulls, waterfowl, sparrows and other birds. The extensive mudflat at the south end of the reservoir usually attracts many birds. The water bodies themselves should hold many waterbirds as well. Meet at the parking lot at HPEC, which is located at 1854 Piney River Drive in the Centerra neighborhood in Loveland. We will walk to the lake at 8am. This area is easily reached from Rte. 34 exit of I-25. The walk should end around 10:30. Come out and join us for fall migration. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by9Mb7%2B9oqQnk7k1F_QzGht4GPH2CgZHYCTUnPb%3DE2kZkg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] hummer update?
Any updates on the Magnificent Hummingbird in Boulder Co. this morning would be welcome. Thank you, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by8_6x9A%2BUB8J1izCp8b_ZcePkoYUC_o5tDSgPV%2BPfdPYw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Unidentified Hummingbird (Possible Female Magnificent?) / Boulder County
Look at female Blue-throated, It appears to be a bit too gray for a Mag. Scott Rashid Estes PArk On 10/27/2014 11:43 AM, Wayne Wathen wrote: I am no expert on hummingbirds but your call of a Magnificent Hummingbird female looks good to me. Great photos. Wayne Wathen Highlands Ranch Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2014 11:24:59 -0600 Subject: [cobirds] Unidentified Hummingbird (Possible Female Magnificent?) / Boulder County From: adam.j...@gmail.com To: cobirds@googlegroups.com CoBirders, This bird showed up this cold morning. I've had feeders out (for stragglers) but now I've cleaned/refreshed them. This bird is large (at least 50% if not more than the normal broad-tailed hummingbirds). It is skittish, likely female, is green with light grey chest, has white behind the eye, a long/large slightly curved down bill, and (especially when stretched up) a very long neck. I am still attempting to get photos, but I'd love any input: https://www.flickr.com/photos/adam_jack/sets/72157646667036134/ regards Adam Adam Jack Coal Creek Canyon Boulder 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 mailto:cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com mailto:cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CALr37DftnDVSJtzO8VemoP_1WOJW3sxNKE9exK33vFzc0DNyiw%40mail.gmail.com https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CALr37DftnDVSJtzO8VemoP_1WOJW3sxNKE9exK33vFzc0DNyiw%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=emailutm_source=footer. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 mailto:cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com mailto:cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/COL127-W81B2C83E64BCCFACD746DB39E0%40phx.gbl https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/COL127-W81B2C83E64BCCFACD746DB39E0%40phx.gbl?utm_medium=emailutm_source=footer. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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/544F8CAC.90808%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] 'Red' Fox Sparrow, Ft. Collins (Larimer Co.); Oct. 28
Hi, I birded parts of the CSU campus today. On the west side of the arboretum, I got a good but brief look at a 'Red' Fox Sparrow on the ground near the fence line. It was maybe a couple hundred feet north of Lake St. I am familiar with this subspecies from migration and winter in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. This is the time of year that southbound migrants show up there at this latitude. Reddish brown and gray, including red-brown streaks below. I had to leave for a meeting soon afterward but I may have time to search for it again tomorrow. It was presumably part of the junco flock that was there. The arboretum is located in between Lake and Pitkin streets on the southwest part campus. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by-dRXOTB8ZcOhWpx%3DLtyGFXoyEg%3D1C5aA9t%3DXeAiywkGg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] ringed turtle-dove X EUCD hybrids
Yes, I went there. ;) Good article on EUCD expansion and some info on their hybridization with ringed turtle-dove. The turtle-doves are around, as folks throw them out to the wild when they get tired of them as caged birds. Seen 'em in Westminster, Longmont, Louisville. http://wildlifemanagementinstitute.org/index.php?option=com_contentview=articleid=406:we-built-the-habitat-they-came-and-theyre-still-comingcatid=34:ONB%20ArticlesItemid=54 Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWMzpr1djKH_11gd%3DHN9Ek_wyeFEYjOnX40mh5S06Y39%2Bg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Fwd: [cobirds] report of Cape May Warbler in Fort Collins (Larimer)
For anyone who wants to try for the bird, as Gary Lefko mentions, it is Homecoming Weekend at CSU. Activities are scheduled through Saturday. I had the previously reported White-throated Sparrow through Wednesday behind the Natural Resources building but I didn't see or hear the bird on Thursday. I am not on campus today. http://homecoming.colostate.edu/ Scott Baron Loveland, CO -- Forwarded message -- From: The Nunn Guy colorado.bir...@gmail.com Date: Fri, Oct 17, 2014 at 2:30 PM Subject: Re: [cobirds] report of Cape May Warbler in Fort Collins (Larimer) To: cobirds@googlegroups.com Cc: daleather...@msn.com No luck ... only three blocks from my office ... lots of students around and homecoming construction activity underway at Oval. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m On Friday, October 17, 2014 2:28:28 PM UTC-6, Sean Walters wrote: Hello All, After finishing my last class of the day, I walked over to the Oval to see what I could find. I came up empty handed. There were essentially NO birds in the Oval itself at all. Surrounding it, the trees did have a few groups of chickadees and Blue Jays but not much else. I would still suggest to those interested in looking to search in the Oval as something could still hide fairly well in there with all the leaves on the trees. However, searching the surrounding area might at least turn up more birds and keep up ones hopes of finding a good bird. Good birding, Sean Walters Loveland, CO On Oct 17, 2014, at 10:59 AM, DAVID A LEATHERMAN daleat...@msn.com wrote: I received a second-hand report of a Cape May Warbler being seen and heard singing on the Oval at CSU, Fort Collins yesterday 16October. I do not know the person who reported it but do know we had one at Grandview Cemetery last year for about a week centered on 8October. If someone searches for the CSU Oval bird, the whole thing is essentially American Elms, which has been a hot tree for passerines on the eastern plains this autumn. There are also spruce trees, another favorite of Cape Mays, in front of some of the buildings that ring the Oval, and they might be worth a check. Dave Leatherman Fort Collins -- 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 post to this group, send email to cob...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/ msgid/cobirds/SNT148-W737CF832FB1B5B2FB514EBC1A80%40phx.gbl https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/SNT148-W737CF832FB1B5B2FB514EBC1A80%40phx.gbl?utm_medium=emailutm_source=footer . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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/09630da6-ed96-4f39-b57b-23ccbe367894%40googlegroups.com https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/09630da6-ed96-4f39-b57b-23ccbe367894%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=emailutm_source=footer . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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/CAKO-by__rfxSH0ZADY80%3DsOsL9ZiAZTnVLG7p6Tzo2CmCe5now%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Colorado condors countable?
CObirders, The ABA changed their rules for counting reintroduced indigenous birds on 9/27/14. Populations no longer need to be self-sustaining. They only need to have successfully hatched young in the wild. This has caused a lot of discussion on the AZ/NM listserv regarding condors, which are now legal to count. Do I recall correctly that a condor was reported from southwestern CO a few years ago? If so, would those who chased it and saw it be able to count it now? There is an ABA rule that lets a bird observed in the past when it was not considered a valid species to be counted when it becomes a valid species. I guess you'd have to determine if there had been successful hatching of young in AZ before you saw the bird in CO. The in-house discussion of the decision to make the rule change is very interesting, particularly the lone dissenter's statement. It's available here: http://listing.aba.org/rsec-vote-2014-04/ Scott Roederer Estes Park -- 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/DF0C6D49-9EB8-4AA9-84CA-72AD0144B70B%40estesvalley.net. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Larimer County, Oct. 11 12
Good afternoon, Some birds of note this weekend: 5 Turkey Vulture, Equalizer Lake, Oct. 11. Late. 1 ad. Lesser Black-backed Gull, Equalizer Lake, Oct. 11 1 distant Black-necked Stilt, Timnath Reservoir, Oct. 12. Late. 1 distant Snowy Egret, same location and date. Late. Also, Red Crossbill flyby in Centerra neighborhood in Loveland, going west. Heard only. I think there was more than one. Red-breasted Nuthatches also continue in my neighborhood this fall. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by-6PH0UGqVpmiFxC8CoH8pUc0ca2X0dQ30ChvOSMan%3DnQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Fwd: Larimer County, Oct. 11 12
To this report I add: At least 1 White-throated Sparrow on the Colorado State U. campus in Ft. Collins today. I saw one and may have heard at least one more. The White-throat was part of a flock that was in the grove of trees located behind the Natural Resources building. I was talking the other day how I hadn't yet seen a White-throated in Colorado. Red Crossbills continue on campus, also. Scott -- Forwarded message -- From: Scott Baron baron.sc...@gmail.com Date: Sun, Oct 12, 2014 at 12:46 PM Subject: Larimer County, Oct. 11 12 To: Colorado Birds cobirds@googlegroups.com Good afternoon, Some birds of note this weekend: 5 Turkey Vulture, Equalizer Lake, Oct. 11. Late. 1 ad. Lesser Black-backed Gull, Equalizer Lake, Oct. 11 1 distant Black-necked Stilt, Timnath Reservoir, Oct. 12. Late. 1 distant Snowy Egret, same location and date. Late. Also, Red Crossbill flyby in Centerra neighborhood in Loveland, going west. Heard only. I think there was more than one. Red-breasted Nuthatches also continue in my neighborhood this fall. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by-P99gUHaLHewbq2Xx6%2BGvi58tMPtyv7kR%3D%3DAQcp%2BZxpg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] upcoming bird walk, Equalizer Lake (Larimer Co.)
Hi, Join the High Plains Environmental Center for a morning of birding around Equalizer Lake in Loveland this Saturday Oct. 11. We will walk approx. 2 miles on sidewalks and on level walking paths. The reservoir has been drawn down quite a bit and now there is an extensive mudflat at the south end, which usually attracts many birds. Meet at the parking lot at HPEC, which is located at 1854 Piney River Drive in the Centerra neighborhood in Loveland. We will walk to the lake at 8am. This area is easily reached from Rte. 34 exit of I-25. The walk should end around 10:30. Recent visits on Sep. 30, Oct. 3 and Oct. 7 have found a nice variety of species such as Great Egret, Lesser Black-backed Gull (9/30 and 10/3), Bald Eagle, Least Sandpiper and Lesser Goldfinch. We had a Great Horned Owl and a lot of songbird migrants on the last birdwalk on Sep. 20. Come out and join us for fall migration. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by9ZX0g74RTYrPTpUedtB2z-RdU2nwrxQHiimehBHOhGXw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] winter finch forecast 2014/15
While it has an eastern bias, the winter finch forecast for 2014/15 is now available with some carryover to our region. Pittaway also considers three other passerines, one of which is the Red-breasted Nuthatch, also seemingly irrupting this year in eastern Colorado, Nebraska, and Kansas. http://ebird.org/content/ebird/news/wf1415/ Good birding! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWP1vv%3DmWQMqahjG7E%3DH_rh%3D6grCgDGAW10S3iZAFaNLFA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] ebird portals
Hi All, Not to beat a dead horse, but regional portals come more from a research-based approach (rather than a purely birding approach, although that is an important component). Within portals local ornithologists and experts provide site specific information, present regional projects, or encourage proper ebird and research documentation of special status birds being monitored by local agencies or NGOs within the portal's area of interest. Another example portal provides a gathering place for the next generation of birders and ornithologists, the Young Birders Network. CFO's county site is a fantastic resource. But it shouldn't be confused for an ebird portal where local conservation or species specific research can be implemented and fostered by scientists looking to generate regional data. Cobirds has never been a very good conservation venue. It's an excellent RBA and current sightings listserve. Will Colorado or a subset of the state ever have a portal? Unknown, unless Cornell and a local partner (say RMBO) identify the need or interest for one. Alas the amazing variety of ways of participating in birding would be enhanced, not diminished by a regional or state ebird portal. Happy Fall! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWOBHu7KfWqu6ytDjQy3r-jFFStWpsg%3DpBPsuQOWe4yWTA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Sapsucker wells
A nice read from Jeff Mitton on sapsuckers and the other animals that benefit from their wells. http://www.dailycamera.com/science_columnists/ci_26608040/jeff-mitton-sapsuckers-draw-crowd --Scott Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO scottesev...@gmail.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+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/86509A99-1B9A-46A2-928A-BC314645BE7F%40gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Equalizer Lake, Sep. 30
Hi, I paid a brief visit to Equalizer Lake this morning and found that the water has been drawn down, exposing mudflats at the south end of the lake. Birds like to roost here during these conditions. Today's highlights were an immature Plegadis ibis, which appeared out of nowhere, hung out for a while and then flew off to the south a little while later and an adult Lesser Black-backed Gull that was one of five gull species present. I am assuming the ibis was a White-faced based because it's much more likely in Colo. but Glossy can't be totally ruled out, as it showed a grayish face. I was too far away to see the eye color. Oh, and the next birdwalks at Equalizer, sponsored by the High Plains Environmental Center, are scheduled for 8am on Sat. Oct. 11 and Sun. Nov. 2. I'll post reminders later. Bye for now, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by8tfxUz8TzS--Kt1Wkp1oFChDDRc8_WcnXDi6M4983Cog%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] owls
Hi All, Just an FYI... those of you who were watching the CARRI Barn Owl camera. I just wanted to let you know that if you stopped watching, The cameras are now on the outside of the box and the owlets are on the box most evenings. Feel free to watch live at www.CARRIEP.org Scott Rashid Estes Park. -- 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/5429FB9A.8020803%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Upcoming bird walk, Equalizer Lake (Larimer County)
Hello, birders. The High Plains Environmental Center is sponsoring a bird walk on Saturday Sep. 20 at Equalizer Lake in Loveland. We will walk approx. 2 miles on sidewalks and on level walking paths to view grebes, blackbirds, warblers, sparrows and other avian life. Meet at the HPEC, which is located at 1854 Piney River Drive in the Centerra neighborhood in Loveland. We will leave the parking lot at 9am and take a short walk to the lake. This area is easily reached from Rte. 34 exit of I-25. The walk should end around 11:30. The weather forecast is looking to be pleasant for Saturday. Come out and join us for fall migration. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by9Rb%2BDs7ac9ZQvx_%2Bf9ZNXbX8TetAQFCht6%2BqetonA6gg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] 2014 Report -- The State of the Birds Report 2014
If you participated in a BBS, CBC, or eBird, you contributed to this report. stateofthebirds.org/ http://www.npr.org/2014/09/09/345833757/more-than-half-of-u-s-bird-species-threatened-by-climate-change --Scott Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO scottesev...@gmail.com -- Sent from Gmail Mobile -- 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/CAL-OjWP0NW--SxMa-b6GQw0vO4MskQ-0CV-OvXMZUGcY1MTY9A%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Colorado Gap Analysis and Baird's Sparrow
Birders, In addition to the Colorado's terrific Breeding Bird Atlas and eBird, another good source for predicting potential breeding habitats for Colorado birds is the Colorado Gap Analysis Land Cover Maps, created by an analysis of Landsat imagery. While the Gap analysis vertebrate maps are a little too broadly modeled to be useful for breeding birds, the predicted land cover vegetation maps are quite useful, especially the Graminoids (grasses) and Forbs (non-woody plants). This shows up nicely for tall and mid-grass prairies in Elbert and El Paso Counties, matching up nicely with the uplift and resulting higher moisture levels of the Palmer Divide (the natural boundary between the Platte and Arkansas River drainages). Along with a fair amount of ranches in Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) enrollment, these counties have habitat suitable for mid- and tall-grass bird species. In 2008, a small population of Chestnut-collared Longspurs were discovered breeding in mid-grass prairie east of Calhan Highway along Judge Orr Road in El Paso. A Baird's Sparrow was also observed here singing in planted CRP grasses, but was considered migratory as additional visits failed to turn up this individual after it was first observed in mid-May. The continued rainfall pattern will make these areas worth searching next spring. Elbert County will be a good destination too. Finding breeding Baird's Sparrows would be a long shot, but a worthy coup. :) Link to the Gap Analysis: http://ndis1.nrel.colostate.edu/cogap/veggapfrm.html Good Birding! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWOti1xR9XYxO8v9Pnro8RNVe%3Dy1BaenmeaY6e83Lb23-g%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Sprague's Pipit, Longmont, 9/6
Correction - I meant a Cassin's Sparrow. I did not observe a Field Sparrow at Lagerman, but there were dozens of Spizellas present. Scott Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO On Sat, Sep 6, 2014 at 9:34 AM, scottesev...@gmail.com wrote: A calling flyover at Lagerman Reservoir. Other migrants included a Black-bellied Plover, Lark Buntings, a Field Sparrow, and many other expected sparrow migrants. Good day to get out with the cool temps and low cloud deck. Scott Severs Longmont Sent via BlackBerry by ATT -- 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/CAL-OjWOsgcSMSG5kDhBXjC6_gk8soCAeyA8R53PzdywExcbiZw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Broad-winged Hawk, Longmont 8/30
Near Golden Ponds today was a calling Broady along St. Vrain Creek. Other migrants included MacGillivray's and Wilson's Warbler, Western Tanager, and Red-breasted Nuthatches. Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWPaQXG0dYarPW%2BJcLKtJvXgq_R2rPAaTQRN45-KS-ac9w%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Fwd: [NATURE-NET] Scott Weidensaul today at Ramaley!
Chance to hear a great speaker today! Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO -- Forwarded message -- From: 'Steve Jones' curle...@comcast.net [NATURE-NET] nature-net-nore...@yahoogroups.com Date: Sun, Aug 24, 2014 at 7:56 AM Subject: [NATURE-NET] Scott Weidensaul today at Ramaley! To: nature-...@yahoogroups.com The Ghost with Trembling Wings, with Scott Weidensaul University of Colorado Ramaley Auditorium, Sunday, August 24, 2 p.m. Presented by Boulder County Nature Association Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear world-renowned nature writer and migratory bird researcher Scott Weidensaul talk about the quest to find reportedly extinct or nearly extinct species around the globe, including the Ivory-billed Woodpecker and Bachman's Warbler. Scott is an extremely engaging speaker, and his talks are full of stories and anecdotes that reveal all that is wondrous in the natural world. Scott's first major book,* Living on the Wind,* was a semi-finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. *At the core of Weidensaul's book are fundamental questions about who we are, the state of our planet, and the faltering health of our ecosystems... *The Ghost with Trembling Wings is as much about people as the animals they search for. __._,_.___ -- Posted by: Steve Jones curle...@comcast.net -- Visit Your Group https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/NATURE-NET/info;_ylc=X3oDMTJlMjVsb3I5BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzE2NDQ2OTMEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDY0MTc3BHNlYwN2dGwEc2xrA3ZnaHAEc3RpbWUDMTQwODg4ODU5Nw-- - New Members https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/NATURE-NET/members/all;_ylc=X3oDMTJmZTkxN2JmBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzE2NDQ2OTMEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDY0MTc3BHNlYwN2dGwEc2xrA3ZtYnJzBHN0aW1lAzE0MDg4ODg1OTc- 11 [image: Yahoo! Groups] https://groups.yahoo.com/neo;_ylc=X3oDMTJka2ppZTFuBF9TAzk3NDc2NTkwBGdycElkAzE2NDQ2OTMEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDY0MTc3BHNlYwNmdHIEc2xrA2dmcARzdGltZQMxNDA4ODg4NTk3 • Privacy https://info.yahoo.com/privacy/us/yahoo/groups/details.html • Unsubscribe nature-net-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com?subject=Unsubscribe • Terms of Use https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/ __,_._,___ -- 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/CAL-OjWNMBJmE%2BHaACYydOntx5tjNXXaRcS6mPEqdFi2Tqydm7g%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] YMCA of the Rockies
Hi All, As some of you know a number of volunteers and I have been operating a banding station at the YMCA of the Rockies south of Estes Park for some time now, actually it has been 16 years. As a collective group we have captured and banded 88 different species at the site including hawks, owls, hummingbirds and even Band-tailed Pigeons. As of today we have trapped and banded 9971 birds. I am happy to say my next Monday or Wednesday (we trap every Monday, Wednesday and Friday) we will break the 10,000 mark for birds banded. If anyone would like to see what we have captured over the years, you can see the numbers at www.CARRIEP.org. Look under research, then YMCA Bird Banding Furthermore, The Barn Owls that CARRI has been monitoring are close to fledging. That can also be seen at www.CARRIEP.org Best, Scott Rashid -- 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/53EEC9C1.2080301%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Eastern Wood-Pewee, Logan Co. 8/6
A singing Eastern Wood-Pewee was just north of Site 1 in west Tamarac Ranch in the late afternoon. Also numerous Red-headed Woodpecker fledglings getting into tussles with Eastern Kingbirds. Two singing Bell's Vireos. And (sigh . . .) my first Autumn Meadowhawk of the year. Scott Severs Longmont -- Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWNQLG7%2BL7oG_9fbn7RZOdTi3CpVPd2mi6uYyxcZTjEi3g%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Boulder County, July 30
Hi, The rain cancelled my work today so on the way home I took the opportunity to check out Gunbarrel Farm (open space) where Ted Floyd found a CASSIN'S KINGBIRD in June and where they were found in 2013. I easily located all three kingbird species during a short drive and short walk. Two Cassin's and maybe five Westerns flocked together, perching on thistles, fences and telephone wires. I also saw an Eastern Kingbird - 3 kingbird day in Boulder County! The Cassin's were silent but the darker gray upperparts contrasted with the lighter gray of the Westerns. The Cassin's did not show a white tail band, perhaps because of wear. One dark kingbird had white outer tail feathers as in Western so I don't know what is going on there. The location where I observed the Cassin's was the south side of Lookout Road, 1/4 to 1/3 mile east of the intersection of 79th St. A pulloff at a gate is on this side of the road. Also, has anyone had Red Crossbills in areas outside the mountains recently? I think I heard them as flyovers a few times this Monday and Tuesday in the city of Boulder. Bye, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by963mzmJ4DiW9Y%2B6A9rseTc4kyHQseJn0tXF2JDvbP%2BVQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Am. Redstart Red-eyed Vireo, Boulder, 7/12
Hi Folks, These previously reported birds are still present near the S. Mesa Trailhead along S. Boulder Creek. Both detected first by song this AM, plus many other summer residents. Good birding! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWNpgcBqqiHm_k%2Bpu%3DPeRTpBBYtvmQ_Fd7-bzM-pTb6fSg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] another Calliope - Longmont
Adult male in SW Longmont this morning working Salvia darcyi - a magnetic hummingbird plant! http://plantselect.org/2009/08/vermilion-bluffs-mexican-sagered-hot-for-hummers/ Good birding! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWO7RrEKZptJhEFbBuRqm%3D%3DXFqZK6ddAH-YkAy9KZ5SroQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Equalizer Lake bird walk, Sunday June 29
Hello, birders. The High Plains Environmental Center is sponsoring a bird walk on Sunday June 29 at Equalizer Lake in Loveland. We will walk approx. 2 miles on sidewalks and on level walking paths to view grebes, pelicans, warblers, flycatchers and other avian life. Meet at the HPEC, which is located at 1854 Piney River Drive in the Centerra neighborhood in Loveland. We will leave the parking lot at 8am and take a short walk to the lake. This area is easily reached from Rte. 34 and I-25. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by_pRDjhbYSazr575-Ld6FhXbAuKv_fgMrShkTSevKk1RA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] White-eyed Vireo at Crow Valley Campground, Pawnee NG, Weld Co.; May 26
Hello, birders. Crow Valley is quite birdy today but it is lacking in many migrants. I obtained a brief but good view of a WHITE-EYED VIREO after it flew into a juniper. The bird disappeared soon afterward. The location is the NW part of the campground in the bushy juniper at the group picnic area which is signed as the Steward J. Adams Education Site. The stream is running very high. I attempted to cross it but it is at least knee deep and the bottom is slick. A variety of wetland birds continue to utilize the flooded stream along the Trail of the Mourning Dove. Enjoy your Memorial Day, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by_fAGX-kH1khD8%2BjJ0Fbp9vRNjC_Ujwi%2Bqaenb3owRpLA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] No. Waterthrush, Blackpoll Warbler, Golden Ponds, Longmont, 5/17
A male Northern Waterthrush singing its laser cannon song, and a male Blackpoll Warbler foraging with Yellow-rumped Warblers were in the cottonwood grove south of the St. Vrain Creek and trail and east of the Lykins Gulch terminus. Also Gray Catbird, Bullock's Oriole, Yellow Warbler, singing Dusky Flycatchers, and many more. Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWNd%2BMwdOydtWAY8BsKg9rHQzVCxxJz-KogDyDahKDMeVw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Gray-cheeked Thrush at Kingfisher Point Natural Area, Larimer Co.; May 14
Hello, birders. I did not refind the Cassin's Kingbird that Nick Komar reported from Kingfisher Point N.A. in Ft. Collins a few days ago but I did find 1or 2 Gray-cheeked Thrushes there this morning. They were located in the northeast corner of the property in the treeline along the Cache la Poudre River. The area is a few hundred feet from the parking lot. The bird that I saw well was a dull gray-brown thrush, spotted below, with cold grayish cheeks and a tail that was the same color as the rest of the upperparts. I did not see the other bird well because a branch was in the way, however, the bird did not show a buffy eye ring. I could not see the cheek. Neither bird vocalized. Happy birding, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by8foCWZbu%2BszuKUqCokLkX32zwoH67hnh1uWNFA0vUHqw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] orange Summer Tanager, Lamar Community College, 5.11.2014
I have asked a few folks about the gender of this very interesting orange Summer Tanager at LLC. Did others see this individual on Sunday? It has characteristics consistent with an red morph eastern female. https://picasaweb.google.com/104152828725695920528/SummerTanagerLamarCommunityCollege5112014?noredirect=1 --Scott Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO scottesev...@gmail.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+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/F9F5FC20-5F37-4872-9220-238AF836ECFB%40gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] fallout conditions today
Although I'm stuck at home getting ready to leave for a long work trip, in my brief walk with the dog just now the trees were active with birds (thrush sp. Spizella sp. Western Kingbird, Yellow Warbler) in about a tenth of a mile. So pull on the galoshes and the rain gear and go check out migration today and tomorrow! Riparian areas and the mouths of foothills canyons could be very interesting. What are you seeing? Good Birding and Happy Mother's Day! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWOeUaDjwPrxq_QGM2Oa82CbMwdeeyTHPbdaWuYd-MJM7w%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Barn Owls
Hi all, Through my foundation CARRI we have placed several Barn Owl nest boxes. One of the boxes has a live camera on it and also happens to have a pair of Barn Owls in the box. If you would like to watch the goings on please feel free to do so at the foundation website www.CARRIEP.org. Scott Rashid Director of the Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Foundation (CARRI). P.S. Members of the foundation will also be monitoring a Northern Pygmy-Owl nest and at least 2 Northern Goshawk nests this season. -- 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/536E27BA.2040604%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Article on Northern Harriers
Thoughtful article by Steve Jones and Carol Cushman. Northern Harriers are at the brink of becoming an extirpated breeder in Boulder County, even with so much open space. http://www.dailycamera.com/get-out/ci_25670660/northern-harriers-make-last-stand-at-boulder-reservoir.htm Best, Scott Severs Longmont -- Sent from Gmail Mobile -- 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/CAL-OjWNzd8mC4hfNot%3DADQd0Bh4g1DbvyohCAK2HW01_XbOH8g%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Crow Valley Campground, Pawnee NG; Weld Co., May 3
In addition to the Painted Redstart, below are birds of note that I found today. All waterbirds were seen in/near the stream. Thank you, Cathy Sheeter, for finding and reporting the Redstart. And thank you to other birders who helped locate the Redstart today. Can. Goose, 1 pair Mallard, 4 Blue-winged Teal, 3 (2m, 1f) Solitary Sand., 2 Wilson's Snipe, 1 Red-naped Sapsucker, 1f (I didn't see this bird well at all, it flew as others pointed it out to me). Dusky Flycatcher?, 1 (This empid. didn't sing but it called wit several times. I did not see the bill or the primary projection very well. Too early for Willow?) Blue Jay, at least 6 but prob. many more; I assume they were migrants House Wren, 2 Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, 3 Swainson's Thrush, 1 Hermit Thrush, 2 Brown Thrasher, 1 Orange-crowned Warbler, 2 PINE WARBLER, 1. Viewed in a deciduous tree in NW part of campground. Flew toward a nearby tree then disappeared. First reported by Cathy Sheeter on May 1. Yellow-rumped Warbler, 11+. A few each of Audubon's, Myrtle and unID'd. Townsend's Warbler, 1 female feeding at NW part of campground. Chipping Sparrow, approx. 40 in three flocks Lazuli Bunting, 1m Take care, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by-_U_3Z1H7QVVujWT_nNwAUkx5B8UgwgFeFSvNdaCKceQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Hepatic Tanager snapshots from LLC 4.30
A few snapshots, look closely for the tooth that this species shows on the upper bill. Confirmed after I left by Dave Leatherman/. http://tinyurl.com/l2c7sza Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWMS_ZRz2aQtaLhDPci3qKobsuX38RB3gZDokrto%2BibWoQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Late report: Great Crested Flycatcher, Baca 4/24
Sorry, a family matter delayed reporting a Great Crested Flycatcher on Thursday 4/24 at Burchfield WMA east of Walsh (see county birding website). Other migrants included o-c warblers, many b-g gnatcatchers, hermit thrush. Please take care not to distrub a great horned owl nest with a young owlet in the center of the wooded grove SW of the parking area. Good birding, Scott Severs Longmont -- Sent from Gmail Mobile -- 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/CAL-OjWP6L5jcX7fUdxGcnoNKnDUUDWoiDnY57EtCEHDq9h%2BARQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Equalizer Lake, Larimer Co.; April 19
Hello, I found a late American Tree Sparrow in a mixed sparrow flock adjacent to Equalizer Lake today. Decent looks at the bird as it perched low and fed on the ground. In recent visits to Equalizer Lake/Houts Reservoir I've been seeing a Lesser Black-backed Gull. The other bird(s) was an adult but today's bird or birds (there may have been two) appeared to be a second cycle. Gadwall have replaced most of the ducks. Western and Clark's Grebe are back in full force. Say's Phoebes have been present in the area over the past week. Happy birding and Happy Easter. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by80J5dH662bXp581c%3DHDLaNweP6afeOBWNFL-nYfw7iNQ%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Additional warbler tips download
Princeton University Press has added one additional tip sheet on aging and sexing warblers. http://blog.press.princeton.edu/2013/10/04/kick-your-warbler-id-skills-up-a-notch-with-this-free-tip-sheet-on-aging-and-sexing/ Enjoy, Scott On Wednesday, April 9, 2014, Scott E. Severs scottesev...@gmail.com wrote: In prep for the spring arrival of the wood warblers, the quick guides from the monumental Warbler Guide can be downloaded as a zip file. PDFs: http://blog.press.princeton.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/QuickFinderSet.zip JPGs: http://blog.press.princeton.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/QuickFinderJPGs.zip Laminate Away! Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO -- Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWOPdtCfwOqewN10fn_EXE4cJHpvbooEe55WkpTB%2BgsjpA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Warbler Guide quick finder guides - free download
In prep for the spring arrival of the wood warblers, the quick guides from the monumental Warbler Guide can be downloaded as a zip file. PDFs: http://blog.press.princeton.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/QuickFinderSet.zip JPGs: http://blog.press.princeton.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/QuickFinderJPGs.zip Laminate Away! Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWPm5iAVzFT3H%3DEDhXWNHOM_Pdv8ObFr9cLbDi1fJncLLw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] nature almanac radio spots
Recent nice features from nature bards Steve Jones and Carol Cushman, and produced by KGNU. Feb. - Ravens, March - Wood Ducks. http://bcna.org/mp3/Nature-A-2014-02-February-Intersection-Ravens.mp3 http://bcna.org/mp3/NatureA2014-03March-WoodDuck.mp3 Thanks to Boulder County Nature Association for hosting the archive. Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWNhsoy2ryOnz3j8DXV-iYK72VqGpzbTCqoGA-gcUq8avA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] RFI: Greater Sage-Grouse
Hi, I plan on searching for Greater Sage-Grouse at the Delaney Buttes lek in Jackson Co. this weekend, maybe tomorrow. I am finding two different sets of directions online, apparently to two different sites. Can anyone provide me with directions to the current site? My email is baron.scott at gmail dot com. Thanks, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by9UKVDO4ueiV79xJjfv8fhLpvEzc9u0L%3DndecZoEACyvw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Re: Fort Collins Turkey Vulture roost (Larimer)
Similar tree removal has occurred at the traditional roosts in Boulder and Longmont. The vultures were quite adaptable - moving to other trees in the area of the original roost, or a block or two away. Continuous use of the spruce trees by the birds gives the trees a characteristic bare branch look where the needles have all been worn away. As for the vulture effigy, it's just a matter of time before spring winds send it to Kansas :). In most cases very few of these deterrents have any lasting power as the birds adapt and recognize that they pose no threat, e.g. fake owls, and raptor playbacks. Scott Severs Longmont On Tuesday, April 1, 2014 1:58:25 AM UTC-6, Dave Leatherman wrote: As many of you know, there is a historical Turkey Vulture roost in Fort Collins (Larimer) on Mountain Avenue at the nw part of its intersection with Washington. -- 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/f6e36be9-6553-4257-ae0f-326373c387d6%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] A review of gull pages: Sibley 2nd ed.
Lariphile Amar Ayyash offers this review of the gull plates etc. in the 2nd ed. Sibley guide. http://www.anythinglarus.com/2014/03/review-of-sibleys-2nd-edition-gull.html Enjoy, Scott E. Severs Longmont, 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/CAL-OjWPCS75pY_cFiYs4Lma6L1dAK%3DUywWLTF_W%3DAcbRVa_rSw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] finches
With the snow comes the finches. As soon as I filled my feeders, the rosy finches arrived. There are several Brown-capped Rosy Finches, Cassin's Finches and Pine Siskins at my feeders. Scott Rashid Estes Park -- 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/532D984F.9010206%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] RFI: Bohemian Waxwing
Hi, Interesting to read Tom Litteral's post this morning. Does anyone know of a somewhat reliable location for Bohemian Waxwing within an hour or two drive of Loveland/Ft. Collins? Ebird has no sightings from the area this winter and I haven't seen sightings posted to the listserv this winter. It seems that this species hasn't irrupted this far south in numbers. Would love to try to see them before the season is over. If you have info to share feel free to reply to me directly at baron dot scott at gmail dot com. Thanks, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by-0cgBBny49qm1hV5v671GCqaEOhrC9f9hzV%3DotBaQFcg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Timnath Reservoir, Larimer Co.; March 10
Hi, I birded Timnath Reservoir late this afternoon from the south side, the west side and the east side. There were at least 15 species of waterfowl present, including hundreds of Cackling geese. I was looking into the sun from the east shore so I probably missed some species. Highlights: 1 Snow Goose (white morph) on west shore 2 Barrow's Goldeneye (1m, 1f), easily seen from parking lot of the open space (south shore) 5 Double-crested Cormorants swimming close together near the east shore Specific locations: south shore (Timnath Public Open Space off of County Rd. 40), distant view of west shore from road (South County Rd. 3E near the old, narrow bridge) and the east shore (new subdivision at intersection of Majestic View Dr. and Thunderview Dr.) Take care, Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by8UR5qZD7DEt81eF%3DCYU6FUdAkdzv9zZ4Pt_t5XZoX9Xw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] finches
I have about 2000 Rosy Fnches in the yard as I am writting this. The flock is mostly Brown-caps with a few Gray-crowns and Blacks Scott Rashid Estes Park -- 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/531A21C3.8050401%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Sibley book signings Colorado
With the near imminent release of version 2.0 of his guide, looks like David Sibley will be visiting Denver and Boulder in April. Get your pack mules ready - book has 55 more pages, 600 new illustrations and 111 rarer species! THURSDAY APRIL 3 DENVER, CO 7:30PM Tattered Cover Bookstore 2526 E Colfax Ave Denver, CO 80206 FRIDAY APRIL 4 BOULDER, CO 7:30PM Boulder Book Store 1107 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302 (I have no financial gain in this notice, just a fan of great wildlife illustration, and field guides.) Good birding, Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO Boulder County Bird Trax: http://tinyurl.com/l98ahv4 -- 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/CAL-OjWMZb99eQjiUX_DqthrqcS1DdPis3DT1w%3DgUikwt95x9nw%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] finches
With the snow came the finches, I have about 500 Rosy Finches and about 100 Evening Grosbeaks in the yard this morning. Along with the rosy's and the grosbeaks are Cassin's finches and about a gazzillion Pine Siskins. Your welcome to come and see the birds, I will be gone most of the day so look from the street s my wife will be home, but isn't feeling well Scott Rashid 715 Sanborn Estes Park -- 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/5311F7B4.602%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Boyd Lake SP, Loveland (Larimer Co.); Feb. 26
Hi, I paid my first visit to Boyd Lake SP this afternoon. There weren't many songbirds but I did find a first winter Harris' Sparrow in a flock of House Sparrows and a first winter White-crowned Sparrow. The flock with the Harris' was located a little northwest of the marina. From the contact station, drive 0.1 to the intersection, then turn left (north) and drive 0.5 mile. The road bends 90 degrees to the right here at the power lines. The bike path crosses the road here, too. Park in the nearby lot. The birds were near the barbed wire fence on the little rise. The lake is half frozen. Waterfowl included hundreds of Can. and Cack. Geese, and a flock of over 400 Redhead was on the northwest side of the lake. A decent variety of raptors were present as well. Scott Baron Loveland, Colo. -- 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/CAKO-by9BXz%3DYcfyAgF6tMfP%2BVD%2BXPQccr4KnewwpveMm18vPVA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Chuker
Looking at Mark Minner-Lee's photos of the Chuker makes me think it is a escaped bird. In my opinion the feathers of that bird are way too disheveled to be a wild bird. As we all know, winter birds need their feathers to be as perfect as possible to keep them warm and dry throughout the cold winter. Just a thought, Scott Rashid -- 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/530B830C.5060409%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] DIA owl loop, Adams/Denver counties; Feb. 21
Hi, I observed one male Brown-headed Cowbird in a flock of female Red-winged Blackbirds to the northwest of Denver Int'l Airport yesterday. Decent raptor diversity including a group of 5 Rough-legged Hawks which I enjoyed watching for several minutes. I doubt it was actual play but they sure looked like they were enjoying themselves as they soared in the high winds. Sometimes they interacted with each other. Have a great weekend, Scott Baron Loveland, 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 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/CAKO-by8%2BeOGbe%3DwvtW6hfXn5neNnkCB%2BpMFZdV7vag6xP9xfWA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] pygmy-owls
At 4:45pm a male Northern Pygmy-Owl was heard calling east of our house in Estes Park. He is right on time, as male Northern Pygmy-Owls begin vocalizing on territory about the middle of February. Depending where the female is, you will begin hearing her call as well. However, some females stay away from the nest until just a few weeks prior to egg laying. The female often begins incubating about the middle to end of April. Scott Rashid Estes Park -- 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/53015FF7.4040702%40frii.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Juncos and Science « ABA Blog
A nice review for the science minded of the biology of juncos and links to the new free downloadable film. http://blog.aba.org/2014/01/juncos-and-science.html The film can be viewed at the website http://juncoproject.org --Scott Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO scottesev...@gmail.com javascript:; -- Scott E. Severs Longmont, CO Boulder County Bird Trax: http://tinyurl.com/l98ahv4 -- 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/CAL-OjWMcENDwi-%2BcDod7Ourc9cTY%3D%2B9vvRWyL6gPGccsK1TMPg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
