[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2017-01-05 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, 2 Rosy-Finches just showed up. 1 Brown-capped and 1 Gray-crowned. They are in the back yard. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO "My mind is a raging torrent flooded with rivulets of thought cascading into a waterfall of creative alternatives." -- You received this message because you are

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - YES

2016-02-02 Thread Ira Sanders
​Birders,​ About 40 or 50 Rosy's are here. There are at least 2 Brown-capped and maybe 1 Black. It's been pretty quiet otherwise. Parking is limited due to the snow but the street has been plowed. Please park in front of my drive way. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - YES

2016-02-02 Thread Tom Behnfield
Several Birders were treated to great views of all 4 varieties of Rosy Finch around 3:30 this afternoon, Gray-crowned (Gray-crowned,) Gray-crowned (Hepburn's,) Brown Capped and Black were all on the platform feeders behind Ira & Tammy's house. Thanks Ira & Tammy for welcoming us over & over.

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2016-01-19 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, There are Rosy-Finches here this morning. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2016-01-09 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, A flock of >20 Rosy's just showed up. I'll post if I see anything besides GCRF. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2016-01-08 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders About 30 Rosy's just showed up in the backyard. There are at least 2 Brown-capped but I haven't seen any Blacks. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2016-01-07 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders 4 Rosy-Finches have shown up. Ira Sanders -- 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-12-23 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, 3 Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches (2 Hepburn's) are present under the feeders in the front yard this morning. If you don't see them in the front yard, they may be on the back patio. I haven't seen the Redpoll yet but it's still early. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-12-17 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, A few Rosy-Finches showed up this morning. I saw only Gray-crowned and Hepburn's. They have been mostly in the backyard and I've been unable to shovel the south side path so if you come, wear boots and be careful. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-12-17 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, A larger flock of Rosy's has arrived with the snow. There are 1 or 2 Black with the many Gray-crowned/Hepburns. They are coming to the back patio. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To

Re: [cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-12-17 Thread Scott Somershoe
Amongst the hordes of gray-crowned, about 250, a friend and I found one black rosy finch. I spotted a common redpoll in with the house finches. We both got nice looks at the redpoll before an adult female sharpie chased everything off, and then the magpies chased the sharpie off. Another great

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-12-16 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, Rosy-Finches, all 3 species, are present in my yard. They are alternating between the back and front yards. If someone wants directions, please email privately. My guess is they will come and go during the day. The street is plowed but space is limited. zroadrunne...@gmail.com -- Ira

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-12-15 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders There are some Rosy-Finches here today. The roads are very bad. Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-12-01 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, At present there are about 12 Rosy-Finches on the back patio. There is also a WT Sparrow hanging around. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-11-30 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, a few rosy-finches are hanging around the house. 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Just 1

2015-03-14 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - No

2015-03-12 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, So far this morning I don't see any Rosy-Finches here but the rub is that I've been gone for a week and Tammy doesn't put the feeders out or spread seed because of the elk when I'm gone when she is at work so there hasn't been any seed for a while. If they do arrive I will post it. I'm

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-03-07 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, the feeders are out and there is one Rosy Finch. Ira Sanders -- 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Only a couple

2015-03-05 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, I've seen only a couple of Rosy's this am. There is a Sharp-shinned Hawk sitting on the north side of the house and a mule deer eating their seed. I really doubt there will be many today with all the sunshine. On a sad note, I believe that one of the fluffy Rosy's met it's end yesterday

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-03-04 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, There are Rosy-Finches here today. There are now 3 who are fluffy and don't fly away from me. I almost poured seed on one of then and 2 were fighting at my feet. I just about picked up one. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-03-03 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, There are at present, about 40 Rosy-Finches at the house. They were so fixed on food this morning that they stayed on the fire pit feeding while I was still spreading seed on the patio. It is starting to snow so that may account for the behavior. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes, just a few

2015-03-02 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, With the sunny weather the number of Rosy's have dropped significantly. This morning there is only about a dozen birds. The numbers will probably go up tomorrow with snow coming. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-03-01 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-02-27 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, Some Rosy's just showed up and after a Sharp-shinned Hawk vacated their tree. That's the 5th raptor species I have seen in that tree this year. 2 Falcons, 2 Accipiters and 1 Buteo. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-02-26 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, Rosy-Finches are here this morning and there is 100+ of them. You need boots to get around the south side of the house to see the backyard. There isn't a lot of room to park on the street because of the snow but you can park in front of my driveway. Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-02-26 Thread Jennifer Hallam
Hi Ira! Thank you for the updates on the on your Rosy Finches. I gotta get to there and see them soon. I know you've posted your address before but I'm having trouble finding it. Can you post it again or send me an email with it? Thank you again! Jennifer ghin...@gmail.com Ken Caryl, CO P.S.

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Haven't seen any today

2015-02-25 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-02-24 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, there are more than 150 Rosy-Finches here this morning. Ira Sanders -- 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-02-23 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, there are about 100 Rosy-Finches here this morning. I hate elk. Who has a gun? Ira Sanders -- 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - yes

2015-02-22 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Just a few

2015-02-21 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden

2015-02-20 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, About a dozen Rosy's showed up after it clouded up this afternoon. A few are still hanged around. I imagine there will be more when it is snowing tomorrow. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group.

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - No

2015-02-20 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes, just a few

2015-02-19 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Gone

2015-02-18 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, I think this will be a real hit or miss day for the Rosy's. With the lousy weather predicted for Saturday, that will probably be a better day to see them. Haven't seen the Merlin yet today. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden- Jeffco. YES

2015-02-18 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Have Returned

2015-02-17 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, The Merlin must have left the building as the Rosy's have returned. Here is another shot of the Merlin. http://zroadrunner.smugmug.com/Birds/Just-Birds/Birds/31564726_z5MCLK#!i=3883628407k=NfrcDjj -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-02-16 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, there are lots of rosy finches here today. There is also lots of snow. Ira Sanders -- 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-02-15 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders There have been a few rosy-finches hanging around this morning. Ira Sanders -- 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-02-12 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, there are some rosy-finches here today. Ira Sanders -- 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-02-11 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, There are about 6 Rosy's here right now but I don't know how long they will stay. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-02-08 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, The Rosy's are at the house today. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-02-06 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, About a dozen Rosy's just showed up in the backyard. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes and a detour

2015-02-05 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, The Rosy's are here this morning. I should tell you that there is road construction at the intersection of Kimball and Heritage Road which is where you normally come into my neighborhood. For now, you need to get to Heritage Road off of Colfax (Bus 40) and turn north on Heritage there.

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-02-04 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, I did see about 20 Rosy's in the tree in the backyard this a.m. but I don't see them now. I'll update if I see them. Thank you to whoever left the seed on the wood arch in the front yard. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-01-29 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, There are about 25 Rosy's here. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-01-25 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, the Rosy-Finches are present this morning. Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-01-24 Thread Ira Sanders
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[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-01-23 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, There are about 20 rosy's in the tree in the backyard right now. I'm putting up the feeders in front as the sun just hits the tops of the foothills. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden

2015-01-22 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, The Rosy-Finches are here this morning. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-21 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders The Rosy-Finches are at the house this morning. Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden

2015-01-20 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, The Rosy-Finches were here for a brief time this morning but disappeared shortly after I put out seed to replace what the elk ate, which was most everything that was on the ground. At the moment, one of my thistle feeders is missing. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Not yet

2015-01-19 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, I have not yet seen the Rosy-Finches this morning but there isn't much around at all so there may be an accipiter hanging around. I'd like to take this opportunity to thank those who have dropped off seed or offered to contribute to the seed fund. The seed and the offers are appreciated.

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-18 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, There are Rosy-Finches at the house this morning. About 15 to 20. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-17 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, A small group of Rosy-Finches is present at the feeders. The wind is really howling here. Ira Sanders Golden, 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco - Yes

2015-01-15 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, With all that, a handful of Rosies just showed up. If you see any elk, feel free to shoot them or at least chase them off. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-15 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, The elk have once again, for the 2nd day in a row, destroyed the feeders I have out in front of the house. I will not be putting out the feeders unless I'm home for the foreseeable future. I will put seed out in the backyard on the patio. You are welcome to walk around the south side

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-15 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, With all that, a handful of Rosies just showed up. If you see any elk, feel free to shoot them. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden

2015-01-15 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders I didn't see any Rosy-Finches this a.m. as I left the house. I'll be back shortly and do an update. Ira Sanders -- 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

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Don't know

2015-01-14 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, I've been in New Mexico for the last week and when I got home this afternoon the elk had dismantled the feeding stations so I don't have any idea if the finches were here today. I will check tomorrow and post yea or nay. them -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-11 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, Tammy tells me there are 50 Rosy - finch ' at our house right now. Ira Sanders -- 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-07 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, With the snow came the Rosy-Finches. There are about 50 and at the moment they are in the backyard. You can walk around the south side of the house to get there but please be careful. It can be slippery. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-06 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders The Rosy-Finches just showed. No idea how long they will be here. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-05 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, The Rosy-Finches are here this morning. If you don't see them in front, walk around the south side of the house and look in back. Sign the liability waiver at the gate. JUST KIDDING. PLEASE be careful and don't slip. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-04 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders The Rosy-Finches are here in some numbers this morning. Probably 50. -- Ira Sanders Golden, 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] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-03 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, I just put out the feeders and there is about 1/2 dz finches here this morning. I'll update when I can. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-02 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, The Rosy-Finches are here this morning. Feeders are our. Keep your eyes open for our local Bobcat. I saw fresh tracks in the snow. The sun is just hitting the top of the foothills here. -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2015-01-01 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders To my surprise, Rosy-Finches are still here this morning. With the sunshine I thought they would go back to the hills. Happy New Year -- Ira Sanders Golden, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jefferson County

2014-12-31 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, there is still a small flock of Rosy-Finches hanging around the house both in front and in back. Ira Sanders Golden Colorado 303-278-7172 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches - Golden - Jeffco

2014-12-29 Thread Ira Sanders
Birders, At present, I have about 1/2 dz Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches in my yard, mostly on the back patio but I saw 1 in the hanging tray in the front yard . So far, only Gray-crowned. I'm hoping for a Brown-capped. That would be a new yard bird. Also present are Cassin's Finches. I haven't seen

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches + Golden-crowned Sparrow - Red Rocks - Jeffco

2012-03-02 Thread mike
Good Morning, Threw some seed out early on this frosty morning (16 degrees at the Red Rocks Trading Post). Flock of 25-30 Rosy-Finches about 6:45 A.M. with the same general mix - mostly Gray-crowned with some Hepburn's, 4-5 Black, and only one Brown-capped Rosy-Finch. The Golden-crowned

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches, Golden-crowned Sparrow. Red Rocks,Jefferson County

2012-02-24 Thread Art Hudak
Hello, I was at Red Rocks this morning from 7:30-9:30 AM. The Golden-crowned made three visits during this time, and 52 Rosy-Finch presented twice, early on I also spotted a Henwood. An extra special treat was A Great Horned Owl that flew through on the West side of the trading post and down

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches + Golden-crowned Sparrow - Red Rocks -Jeffco

2012-02-22 Thread mike
Good morning, Between 6:45 and 7:00 A.M. the Golden-crowned Sparrow showed at the feeders behind the Red Rocks Trading Post followed by a small flock (approx. 30+ birds) of Rosy-Finches. All 3 species were represented - I saw one Brown-capped, 4 Black, some Gray-cheeked or Hepburn's, with

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches + Golden-crowned Sparrow - Red Rocks - Jeffco

2012-02-21 Thread mike
Good Morning All, Between 7:00 and 7:15 this morning all the rarities appeared at the feeders behind the Red Rocks Trading Post. The Golden-crowned Sparrow put in an appearance about 7:05 A.M. followed shortly thereafter by a mixed flock of about 40 Rosy-Finches. Most were Gray-crowned

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches Golden-crowned Sparrow - Red Rocks - Jeffco

2012-02-15 Thread mike
Good morning All, After returning from a trip out of town, I visited the Red Rocks feeders behind the Trading Post this morning. I was joined by Alex Cruz, Jr. and his father. There was a small flock of 15 -20 Rosy- Finches early around 7 - 7:15. Included in the group were mostly Gray-

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches Golden-crowned Sparrow - Red Rocks - Jeffco

2012-02-10 Thread mike
Good Morning All, When I arrived at the feeders behind the Red Rocks Trading Post this morning a couple of minutes past seven, the flock of about 50 Rosy- Finches were already present on the cliffs to the south. I spread some seed out on the rock wall and they came in and fed for a few

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches + Golden-crowned Sparrow - Red Rocks - Jeffco

2012-02-05 Thread mike
Good morning birders, When I arrived at the Red Rocks feeders about 7:30 a.m., the large flock of Rosy-Finches was already there. Again all 3 species plus the Hepburn's sub-species were represented. Also saw a male Cassin's Finch and some Pine Siskins in addition to the regular fare.

[cobirds] Rosy-Finches Golden-crowned Sparrow - Red Rocks - Jeffco

2012-02-04 Thread mike
Early this morning Michael Kiessig and I shoveled walks and prepared feeding areas at the area behind the Red Rocks Trading Post in anticipation of the Rosy-Finches. The Golden-crowned Sparrow made his appearance early and visited the feeders several times. Lots of birds to watch