[cobirds] Beginning Birding for Kids, Denver County

2016-08-15 Thread Brian Johnson
for kids and how to observe them and what to look for. So if you have kids, grandkids or know someone who does the program starts at 6 PM Thursday, 8-18. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Re: White Dove Along the river (Arapahoe County)

2016-08-17 Thread Brian Johnson
Thanks for the help from every one. I believe now this was not at all a white dove but a leucistic Rock Pigeon, I was mistaken when I said it had a black wing tip, that turned out to be the tail. Thanks again, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Re: Brant, White Fronted Goose, Nice Birders and Something Else

2017-01-30 Thread Brian Johnson
What you have there is a hybrid. Its likely a Ross crossed with either a small Canada morph or a Cackling Goose, I lean towards the latter with the shorter neck but I could be wrong on that part. Cool bird. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Interesting Crow behavior along the river today, Arapahoe County

2017-02-17 Thread Brian Johnson
this. Corvids are know for their intelligence so it was quite a treat to get to watch this in person. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

Re: [cobirds] Interesting Crow behavior along the river today, Arapahoe County

2017-02-17 Thread Brian Johnson
That's interesting that the crows where doing this with bread and potato chips. So maybe they like to soak them also. I would love to see some crows soaking it in beer and salsa also, that would be a sight! Haha. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Western Gull, Still Present, Washinton County

2016-09-02 Thread Brian Johnson
part http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S31380916 Prewitt Logan part http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S31380972 Brush Stat Wildlife Area Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubs

[cobirds] Re: No Buff-breasted Sandpiper at Byers Playa

2016-09-06 Thread Brian Johnson
for the confusion. It was seen by me *yesterday* at 6:10 in the morning, just before sunrise. Brian Johnson Englewood CO > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from i

[cobirds] Jaeger, Chatfield, Douglas County

2016-09-07 Thread Brian Johnson
Parasitic. And at first I thought I did have a jaeger, turns out my first thought was right. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails fro

[cobirds] Re: Jaeger, Chatfield, Douglas County

2016-09-07 Thread Brian Johnson
It would help if I included a link for the photos, sorry rather giddy right now, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S31467141 Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at 9:08:54 PM UTC-6, Brian Johnson wrote: > > Sorry for the late notice on this, I had no ide

[cobirds] Prewit Reservoir, Washinton and Logan County, Question

2016-09-01 Thread Brian Johnson
out, it is a large area after all and I would hate to miss something. I am interested in the shorebirds and finding that Western Gull if it is still around tomorrow, is there a particular spot/s I should be checking or just all along the road and below the dam. Thanks Brian Johnson

[cobirds] Re: White-rumped Sandpiper, Adams County

2016-08-31 Thread Brian Johnson
the confusion. As the recent post about miss identified birds goes, I to have do so also, more recent then Audubon, at least I have something in common with famous bird watchers. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado

[cobirds] Re: No Little Gull at Chatfield but some intersting behavior to watch, Douglas County

2016-09-08 Thread Brian Johnson
Please see the new post, Jaeger, Chatfield, for an update on this. It turns out this was a jaeger, Thanks Tony for correcting me on this. A very happy correction, Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Re: Parasitic Jaeger- Cherry Creek SP

2016-09-17 Thread Brian Johnson
s December and I was hoping to see my first Jaeger there in California, I have now seen my first in land locked Colorado! Amazing. Truly the joys of birding, you just don't know what will show up. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[cobirds] Re: Parasitic Jaeger- only one previous record from Cherry Creek SP.or Arapahoe County.

2016-09-16 Thread Brian Johnson
/checklist/S31467141 Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Friday, September 16, 2016 at 8:44:48 AM UTC-6, Joe Roller wrote: > > Many thanks for Glenn Walbek for finding and photographing this > mega-rarity! > Parasitic Jaeger (aka Arctic Skua) is rare in CO, and there is only one > previous r

[cobirds] No Little Gull at Chatfield but some intersting behavior to watch, Douglas County

2016-09-07 Thread Brian Johnson
the Herring Gull just behind the Ring-bill in purist, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S31467141 Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[cobirds] White-rumped Sandpiper, Adams County

2016-08-26 Thread Brian Johnson
at Barr Lake, but I have few bad days here. http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S31263319 Neidrach Trail with the peeps, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S31263382 Banding Station Area Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Wilson's Snipe, Arapahoe County

2016-10-24 Thread Brian Johnson
are among the best I have ever had of these elusive birds. This area is just before Hudson Gardens (or past if you are going upstream). Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubs

[cobirds] Re: Merrlin (Prairie), Arapahoe County

2016-11-14 Thread Brian Johnson
The Merlin was not found today. It must have moved one. Here is my check list from yesterday with a photo of this lovely bird if any one is interested. http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S32550405 Brian Johnson Englewood Co On Sunday, November 13, 2016 at 10:14:09 AM UTC-7, Brian Johnson

[cobirds] Merrlin (Prairie), Arapahoe County

2016-11-13 Thread Brian Johnson
to the golf course by the pond, this is the tress I found the Merlin at. Once I get more time I will upload my photos and create my check list for ebird. Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubs

[cobirds] Mount Falcon Mystery Passerin. Help Wanted, Jefferson County

2016-11-11 Thread Brian Johnson
/S32424910 Thanks Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this g

[cobirds] Re: Mount Falcon Mystery Passerin. Help Wanted, Jefferson County

2016-11-11 Thread Brian Johnson
for helping me out, great community here, love this site. Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobird

[cobirds] Good Views of Common Loon at South Platte Park, Eaglewatch Lake, Arapahoe County

2016-11-01 Thread Brian Johnson
your eyes piled. If it is still present I would say it's worth a look, great photography opportunity also. I think it is a juvenile, but I might be wrong. Ask if you need more info, Here is a link to my ebird check list from this part http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S32328281. Brian Johnson

[cobirds] Red-tailes and Magpie war along the river, South Platt River Arapahoe County

2016-12-17 Thread Brian Johnson
checklist from ebird for the two areas I birded if you are interested, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S33058241 South Platte River http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S33058398 Northern Wildlife Area Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Re: Goose Hybrid

2016-12-28 Thread Brian Johnson
Hey Robert, nice photos. I think you are right with snow x Canada hybrid. It looks close to some hybrids I used to see along the South Platte River in Littleton. Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 2:53:10 PM UTC-7, Robert Raker wrote: > > Was wondering what

[cobirds] Ravens Vs Magpies at North Table Mountain, Jefferson County

2017-04-11 Thread Brian Johnson
Yesterday I went for a walk up North Table Mountain, I had not been there before and got to add a Merlin toy my Jefferson County List along with a Horned lark, which in fact scampered out onto the trail in front of me, rather cooperative bird really. The most interesting thing however was when

[cobirds] Re: Chasing Band Tailed Piegons, help needed

2017-08-15 Thread Brian Johnson
cabin. Also thanks to JoAnn Hackos who also gave me an invite to see the birds that come to her yard. In this case this bird took a community of birders for me to find, I am very grateful to every one. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Chasing Band Tailed Piegons, help needed

2017-08-10 Thread Brian Johnson
place around Silverthorn/Dillon I can search there too, I am staying open about where in the area I want to hike. Another area that looks promising looking at ebird is Ward. But I am open to suggestions. Thanks Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Lark Bunting, Gilpin County

2017-08-08 Thread Brian Johnson
saw the birds. Funny thing was I did not plan on creating a checklist here. https://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S38548977 Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Canon City Warblers (Fremont County and a bit of Poueblo County)

2017-05-10 Thread Brian Johnson
/checklist/S30708503 Canon City River walk http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36682454 Temple Canyon Park http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36684231 Lake Pueblo North Shore http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36684831 Lake Pueblo South Shore Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received

[cobirds] Yellow Throated Vireo, Barr Lake, Adams County

2017-05-22 Thread Brian Johnson
of the trail when I saw it. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[cobirds] Chico Basin (El Paso and Pueblo County)

2017-05-16 Thread Brian Johnson
/S36917803 HQ area http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36917908 Rose pond http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S36903060 Banding area Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from

[cobirds] Re: Chico Basin (El Paso and Pueblo County)

2017-05-16 Thread Brian Johnson
Correction, I meant to Mark and not Matt, sorry about that. Typos are more common when you are tired. Sorry again, Brian On Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 7:05:58 PM UTC-6, Brian Johnson wrote: > > Today I made the drive from Englewood to Chico Basin to see what I could > find.

[cobirds] Red Phalarop continues at Chatfield

2017-09-26 Thread Brian Johnson
of land and soon found the Phalarop after looking over every single Killdeer out there (there's a lot of them out there also). Here is my checklist, soon to have a photo, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S39405340 Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Of birds, smoke and a running duck, Jefferson County

2017-09-04 Thread Brian Johnson
checklist with a photo of said duck if you want to see it, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S38996916 Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

[cobirds] Re: Need help with a shore bird ID (Washintong County)

2017-10-19 Thread Brian Johnson
Thanks everyone for your response. I had not considered a Wilson's Phalarop. I was to used to seeing them swimming around rather than wadding. Should have considered them though. Thanks again Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Four Goose Day at Clement Park, Jefferson County

2017-11-22 Thread Brian Johnson
, but I never found one. Here is my checklist, http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S40668152 Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails fro

[cobirds] Re: Trumpeter Swan, Adams

2017-12-13 Thread Brian Johnson
The Trumpeter Swan at Lower Derby was still present today at 4:20 PM at the far northern end of the lake. Brian Johnson Englewood Coo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

[cobirds] Re: Snowy Owl, Morgan County, NO

2017-12-19 Thread Brian Johnson
Morgan and Brush making me think it is ranging around a lot and making it hard to pin down. Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, sen

[cobirds] Snowy Owl, Morgan County, NO

2017-12-16 Thread Brian Johnson
Today I tried my luck with trying to find a snowy owl reported on the Morgan County CBC along CR W as reported yesterday on ebird. However my effort proved futile. I spent a few hours searching and never found it. Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Crows Denver County

2017-10-31 Thread Brian Johnson
OK nothing really exiting to mention here, but I saw an opportunity today for a Halloween post thanks to a crow, gas prices and a candy run for the library I work at. I had to go to the King Soopers across the street at the Bear Valley Shopping Center and I saw a American crow on top of the gas

[cobirds] White Eyed Viro Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakweood, Jefferson County

2018-05-15 Thread Brian Johnson
would need to cross the river from this picnic area. I will be adding photos of the bird to ebird this evening. I hope this makes sense. Brian Johnson Englewood Co, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from

[cobirds] Re: Hummingbird Question

2018-05-21 Thread Brian Johnson
, which for me has been reliable. Both of with in easy walking distance from the parking lot. Brian Johnson Englewood Co, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails fro

[cobirds] Re: White Eyed Viro Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakweood, Jefferson County

2018-05-15 Thread Brian Johnson
Here is my ebird checklist with a photo of the whie-eyed vireo. The above link also has it's photo. https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S45711423 Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To u

[cobirds] Re: Snowy Owl YES

2017-12-29 Thread Brian Johnson
of the year. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

[cobirds] Re: Snowy Owl Jefferson Co.

2018-01-05 Thread Brian Johnson
I have not seen any ebird reports for days on this bird. I think he (at least I believe it is a male) has flown away, which is to bad. Hope he is doing well and gets home eventually, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Harris's Sparrow still present, First Creek At Denver, Denver County

2018-01-30 Thread Brian Johnson
) and the other trail heading east and under Pena BLVD. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@google

[cobirds] Rocky Mount Arsenal, Adams County

2018-01-30 Thread Brian Johnson
location. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email

[cobirds] Bird Photo ID Help, Grand County

2018-02-04 Thread Brian Johnson
/checklist/S25998450 and let me know what you think this bird is? The birds is listed as a flyacher species. Thanks Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[cobirds] Re: Bird Photo ID Help, Grand County

2018-02-04 Thread Brian Johnson
Thanks for the suggestions. Townsend's Solitair is the mystery bird. Thanks every one, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, sen

[cobirds] Re: Worm-eating shrikes, Crowley & Lincoln Counties; and other matters

2018-02-14 Thread Brian Johnson
It was great birding with you Ted at the Black Hole and John Martin Reservoir. The festival was great fun. Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

[cobirds] Canvasbacks Kettering Park, Arapahoe County

2017-12-20 Thread Brian Johnson
This evening I counted three *Canvasbacks *at Kettering Park in Littleton. The lake was unfrozen but that is likely not to last long with colder temps in the forecast. There was also a *Marsh Wren* making noise in the reeds to the north west part of the lake, but I did not get a view. Brian

[cobirds] Re: Speaking of New World Vultures...

2018-07-12 Thread Brian Johnson
I have noticed less Turkey Vultures where I work at Bear Valley, at Hampden Ave and Sheridan. Their used to be upwards of 20 circling overhead above the Bear Creek valley but this year I have only see at most five and only a few days this year. Brian > -- You received this message because

[cobirds] Happy Pi (ed Pigeon) Day, Arapahoe County

2018-03-14 Thread Brian Johnson
Nothing exiting here for a sighting, but after recovering from a brutal migraine this morning I went for a short walk and saw a flock of Rock Pigeons and spotted a very striking Pied individual in the flock. A Pied Rock Pigeon for Pie Day, just perfect a bird nerd. If you want to see the photo

[cobirds] Green Heron, South Platte River, Arapahoe County

2018-10-17 Thread Brian Johnson
mark I can give. It was hanging out on the rocks along the river bank. I think it is a juvenile bird. Here is my check list with a heavily zoomed in photo, that bird was a ways away. https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S49252648 Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Hungry and cranky Bald Eagle, Arapahoe Platte River

2018-11-13 Thread Brian Johnson
and apparently decided the local hawk should not be around and flew in pursuit, successfully chasing of the hawk. The eagle finally calmed down and landed in a tree allowing some so-so photos. Eventually the eagle flew off, giving me quite the show. It's winter and the eagles have returned. Brian

[cobirds] Black scoter and Tundra Swan YES

2019-01-06 Thread Brian Johnson
The Black Scoter at South Platte Resivor and the Tundra Swan at Blackrock Lake are still pressent. The six Trumpeter Swans are gone. Brian Johnson Englewood Co. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from

[cobirds] South Platte Resivoir Swans (And Black Scouter) Contue (Arapahoe County)

2019-01-04 Thread Brian Johnson
on the ice and we got a great view of one with a rare yellow leg coloring (but photos showed it was still a Trumpeter Swan). Jefferson County Cove end is frozen over. Good start to the morning, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Re: South Platte Resivoir Swans (And Black Scouter) Contue (Arapahoe County)

2019-01-04 Thread Brian Johnson
Just to update, at least on of the swans is a Tundra Swan. Thanks Joe Roller for pointing this out to me. Pretty cool to get to see two species of swans in a single visit. Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Friday, January 4, 2019 at 10:40:30 AM UTC-7, Brian Johnson wrote: > > The six *Tru

[cobirds] Rusty Blackbirds at First Creek @ Denver, Denver County, yes

2019-02-06 Thread Brian Johnson
hidden in the cattails across from the stables. This is my check list link. Sorry for the later post, I wanted to make sure my photos were the right ones. https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S52420194 Brian Johnson, Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge, Jefferson County

2019-05-15 Thread Brian Johnson
128, but it was gone after I spotted it. A rather fun morning excursion, but I would recommend starting early, it gets hotter then blazes out there and the birds settled down once it does. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Pacific Loon, Arvada Reservoir , Jefferson County, Yes

2019-06-04 Thread Brian Johnson
The Pacific loon continues at the Arvada Reservoir. It's in the western part of the reservoir. I got a look at about 1:20 when a thunderstorm rolled in on me chasing me off. It's rather odd seeing a loon in June. Good birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because

[cobirds] Rose-breasted Grosebeak Wheat Ridge Greenbelt, Jefferson County, where?

2019-05-14 Thread Brian Johnson
the spot. Could some one be so kind as to point me in the right area? I got another report today so I guess they are still there. I have only see one once so I would like to see it again. Thanks Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] South East Colorado and Ruddy Turnston at Las Animas Hatchery, Bent County

2019-09-02 Thread Brian Johnson
was watching them trying to figure where they would land a Prairie Falcon bombed them, almost catching one and pursing it over the lake for a minute. So despite the heat it was a good day of birding out in the hot southeast prairies. Good Birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received

[cobirds] Re: South East Colorado and Ruddy Turnston at Las Animas Hatchery, Bent County

2019-09-02 Thread Brian Johnson
Well this is embarrassing. I should have checked my photos more before posting. After a third look the distant photo of my 'turnstone' turns out to be a odd collard Killdeer. I'll just blame the heat as affecting me. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Re: gull

2019-09-16 Thread Brian Johnson
Thanks for sharing, that is very interesting. I never thought of gulls living so long. Brian Johnson, Englewood Co On Monday, September 16, 2019 at 9:47:17 AM UTC-6, Scott wrote: > > Hi Everyone.. > > As many of you know Dr. Ron Ryder passed away a number of years ago. > > S

[cobirds] Canada Geese and Power Lines at Plate River, Arapahoe County

2019-09-16 Thread Brian Johnson
interesting to witness. Good Birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[cobirds] Re: Ani

2019-09-09 Thread Brian Johnson
The Ani continues this morning. I saw first one the east side of the creek, across from the RK plant. However its flying across the creek. Right now its quit and hunkered down in some willows on the west side. Park along Xanthia st. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message

[cobirds] Re: Ani

2019-09-09 Thread Brian Johnson
As of 8 it flew downstream. I'm sure it'll be back. It has periods of quite then puts on a show. This bird has no fear of people. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from

[cobirds] Rabbit Ears Pass and North Park Birding

2019-07-31 Thread Brian Johnson
caught up to this day). In total I saw/heard 96 birds, primarily at North Park and my campground. Great Birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [cobirds] Painted bunting -- yes (Jeffco)

2019-07-31 Thread Brian Johnson
> The bunting made a appearance briefly at around 11:25 pm today, 7-31, >> behind the bench. >> > Good birding Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from t

[cobirds] Prothonotary Warbler at Belmar Park, Jefferson County

2019-09-19 Thread Brian Johnson
was actively feeding along the shore line, staying generally low in the trees and above the water edge. Good birding Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[cobirds] 1,000 days of complet checklsit celebration at Barr Lake, Adams County

2019-09-27 Thread Brian Johnson
and returned, only to be driven out again. Despite the low activity it was a fun day and a fun way to celebrate a rather devoted streak. I will keep it going. Good birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Gyrfalcon, yes or no, Larimer County

2019-11-21 Thread Brian Johnson
Hi, I have not had time of until Friday, tomorrow, and I was wondering if that Gyrfalcon is still being seen. If someone could send me a message and let me know if has been seen in the last few days I would appreciate it. Being a sensitive specie I can't use ebird to help me plan. Thanks Brian

[cobirds] A fun time along the Platte river, Arapahoe County

2019-10-28 Thread Brian Johnson
with the birds it was nice and cold, my preferred weather. Good Birding, Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobird

[cobirds] Gyrfalcon, Lairimer County

2020-02-17 Thread Brian Johnson
The Gyrfalcon made a very brief appperence this morning at around 7:30. Seen perched on top of the fifth utility pole from the intrsection of Trilby and Taft. Gone with in a minute. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [cobirds] Phoebe Trifecta possible?

2020-04-13 Thread Brian Johnson
This morning I saw all three teals, the ducks with teal in the name, all with in twenty feet of each other along the Souh Platte River. It rather cool after reading this post. I don't think I would have thought about it with reading this post. Good birding Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You

[cobirds] Tree Swallow Migration, Arapahoe County

2020-04-04 Thread Brian Johnson
impressive. It lasted for about five minutes before ending. In that group was one Barn Swallow also, the first of the year for me. Spring is coming. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubs

[cobirds] Chico Basin Ranch Closure Update

2020-05-01 Thread Brian Johnson
Thank you John for the update. I was just wondering about this. I hope everyone at the ranch stays safe and healthy. I'll hope to visit next year. Brian Johnson Englewood Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To u

[cobirds] Norhern Cardinal, Arapahoe County

2020-05-10 Thread Brian Johnson
Brian Johnson, Englewood, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the

[cobirds] Norhern Cardinal, Arapahoe County

2020-05-10 Thread Brian Johnson
Just to give an update. This is the wildlife area north of Carson Nature Center. It's a ebird hot spott named Northern Wildlife area. Reynolds Landing is the closest park. I tried calling it and pssing but no luck. Its happy apparently on the other side of the river tormenting me. Its appers to

[cobirds] Eastern Bluebirds, Arapahoe County

2020-03-21 Thread Brian Johnson
. It was exiting to see them, and a nice sign of spring on it's way. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobird

[cobirds] Birds in Winter, a review

2020-03-21 Thread Brian Johnson
have less red so as to be able to get more food and not be driving off by the females, sort of tricking them. One of many fascinating things in this book. Below is my review I wrote for this book, Brian Johnson, Englewood Colorado, 'Roger F. Pasquier has assembled a vast amount of research across

[cobirds] Re: Recommendations for good migration locations between Denver & La Junta

2020-09-05 Thread Brian Johnson
. That is past County Rd 802, the turn for Vogal Canyon (sighed). So once you pass it get ready to turn right. Good Luck, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO On Saturday, September 5, 2020 at 6:57:56 PM UTC-6 Jan G wrote: > Heading to La Junta next Fri for a few days - any recommendations for good >

[cobirds] Large Flock of Turkey Vulturs, Bear Valley, Denver County

2020-09-06 Thread Brian Johnson
always have a good rep, unfairly, but I just love to watch them soar. They are so majestic. It must be amazing to soar like that. Good birding Brian Johnson, Englewood, Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubs

[cobirds] Re: Cattle Egret, South Platte River, Araphoe County

2020-09-01 Thread Brian Johnson
into thinking it was a Greater White Fronted Goose. Anyway I am attaching a link to my ebird checklist with the photo in question. The freak is under 'white egret sp.' for now. https://ebird.org/checklist/S73035509 Sorry if I got anyone exited. Brian Johnson Englewood, CO On Tuesday, September 1

[cobirds] Re: Little & Sabine's Gulls & Red Phalarope Chatfield

2020-09-12 Thread Brian Johnson
The Little Gull was still present at 3:40 pm, on the north side of the reservoir near the area of the spill way seen from the handicap fishing pier. It was a very distance view. I saw the Sabin Gulls but could not locate the Red Phalarope. Brian Johnson Englewood Co On Saturday, September 12

[cobirds] Re: Little & Sabine's Gulls & Red Phalarope Chatfield

2020-09-12 Thread Brian Johnson
Is the Little Gull still present at the park? I'm getting of work soon and was wondering if it's still there. Thanks Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 9:24:23 AM UTC-6 Joey Kellner wrote: > 3 SAGU, 1 LIGU, 1 REPH all VERY distant views. > > Best views cont

[cobirds] Cattle Egret, South Platte River, Araphoe County

2020-08-31 Thread Brian Johnson
, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web vi

[cobirds] Red-headed Woodpecker, Jefferson County

2020-10-18 Thread Brian Johnson
trees being told that is where it was so this bird is moving along the south side of the park. It was seen at 8:30 this morning. Here is a link to my ebird checklist with photos. https://ebird.org/checklist/S75041490 Good Birding Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because

[cobirds] Broad winged hawk Boulder County

2020-08-02 Thread Brian Johnson
was fun to watch. Good birding Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[cobirds] Colorado Monument Adventurs and Car misadventurs, Mesa County

2020-07-03 Thread Brian Johnson
and finally saw Colorado Monument. Also thanks to everyone who gave me advise on where to find Lucy's Warbler. I got some great looks and I did not need a four wheel to get there. Good birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Re: 20 snowy egrets - South Platte River, Arapahoe County

2020-07-15 Thread Brian Johnson
River Point is not far from my area of the Platte River. I have seen as many as five Egrets but not that many. Wow. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Lucy Warbler, Mesa Count questions

2020-06-19 Thread Brian Johnson
on the internet but I could only find a resort. Do I need to stay visit the resort to reach the birds? Thank you Brian Johnson, Good birding -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[cobirds] Re: Lucy Warbler, Mesa Count questions

2020-06-21 Thread Brian Johnson
Thank you to everyone who has helped mr with the info. I'm heading out tomorrow. Fingers crossed they make an appearance for me. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from

[cobirds] Intersting Catbird mimicking, Lower White Ranch trailhed, Jefferson County

2020-06-04 Thread Brian Johnson
heard one doing this. I know for sure I heard a bike break squeal but there was no one there, but there was that catbird... Interesting encounter and possibly I'm am the butt of a birds prank, but it shows how good those birds are at mimicking. Good Birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood, CO -- You

Re: [cobirds] Joe Roller sad news

2020-11-26 Thread Brian Johnson
This is sad news. My thoughts got out to his family. I never got to meet Joe. I did however trade a few emails with him. He will be missed. Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Thursday, November 26, 2020 at 6:23:49 PM UTC-7 samat...@gmail.com wrote: > Nathan wrote of Joe reaching out to smo

[cobirds] Cassin's Finch, Arapahoe County, Scoters also contuie

2020-11-23 Thread Brian Johnson
parking at the Carson Nature Center and walking north or at Reynold's Landing and walking south, you can't drive to it. At the near by South Platte Reservoir the Surf and White Winged Scoters continue also. Good birding, Brian Johnson, Englewood CO -- You received this message because you

Re: [cobirds] Black Brant

2020-11-29 Thread Brian Johnson
The Brant continues today at the ball field with about a whole lot of Cackling Geese. I saw it at 8 this morning and others have reported it to ebird since. I can't post on my phone any more so I can only post when I get home now. Brian Johnson Englewood Co On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 1

[cobirds] Bohemian Waxwing, Arapahoe County, Yes

2020-11-09 Thread Brian Johnson
of the tress. They would fly out, and eventually come back, tricking use to chasing them to the south end with out success only to come back and find them there again, oh the joys of bird watching. The light was tougher today. Brian Johnson Englewood CO -- You received this message because you

Re: [cobirds] Magnificent Frigatebird in Arapahoe County

2020-11-08 Thread Brian Johnson
Has the bird been spotted since leaving Cherry Creek? Brian Johnson Englewood CO On Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 12:45:43 PM UTC-7 myrong...@gmail.com wrote: > I see people at the handicapped platform, the Dam, and south of the swim > beach. > > Myron Gerhard > Jefferson county &

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