Re: [cobirds] Re: Crow Valley camping, Weld County

2020-05-22 Thread Joe Roller
The information I have received is this: Crow Valley Campground is closed to all human activity until at least May 31 (per USFS district office). Joe Roller, Denver On Fri, May 22, 2020 at 9:10 PM Dave Cameron wrote: > You may have found the loop-hole, there. I"ve heard that places

Re: [cobirds] Centennial SWA. Weld County

2020-05-23 Thread Joe Roller
with a similar name, "Centennial SWA" is on the north side of Blue Mesa Reservoir, in Gunnison County. Neither is an ebird hotspot, but they soon will be. Joe Roller, Denver On Sat, May 23, 2020 at 4:52 PM Charles Hundertmark wrote: > Each State Wildlife Area is managed under specif

Re: [cobirds] Re: Centennial SWA. Weld County

2020-05-24 Thread Joe Roller
rs. It's often much easier to proactively impact these policies before they are put into place instead of trying to react to and undo a new policy that we find problematic. * Maybe someone could explain to me why I shouldn't be bitter. I am writing as an individual birder, NOT as a member o

[cobirds] Rest in Peace, COLORADO RARE BIRD ALERT!

2020-05-26 Thread Joe Roller
ist is sent to eBird. (cfobirds.org) On behalf of the current team of RBA compilers, thank you for allowing us to share the joy of discovery through the decades . . . and good birding! Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Co

Re: [cobirds] Re: Rest in Peace, COLORADO RARE BIRD ALERT! And a suggestion/request!

2020-06-02 Thread Joe Roller
swamped at times and are only human. Joe Roller, Denver On Tue, Jun 2, 2020 at 5:14 PM John Rawinski wrote: > Hi Norm: > > I am trying to learn eBird. It seems to me that on rare species, there is > a delay until someone doing quality control, gives it approval. It happened > to m

Re: [cobirds] Amazing bird song at Waneka Lake, Boulder County; do you know what it is?

2020-06-16 Thread Joe Roller
My guess is Red-winged Blackbird. I have an image of that sonogram next to a photo of the bird. Joe Roller, Denver On Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 1:51 PM Sebastian Patti wrote: > Really interesting . . . as I wrote to Ted earlier a familiar bird singing > a totally UNFAMILIAR song . . . I

Re: [cobirds] Re: Amazing bird song at Waneka Lake, Boulder County; do you know what it is?

2020-06-16 Thread Joe Roller
Thomas is referring to the most excellent field guide to bird sounds, "Field Guide to Bird Sounds of Eastern North America" by local favorite, Nathan Pieplow. Page 468. Joe Roller On Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 5:01 PM Thomas Heinrich wrote: > On the other hand, the spectrogram of this

Re: [cobirds] Re: Lucy Warbler, Mesa Count questions

2020-06-20 Thread Joe Roller
TO find the site, go to the hotspot map on eBird and enter "Gateway Cottonwoods". Chances of seeing Lucy's here are low this late in the year. PLease respect these birds, which are nesting in this County for the first time. Please do NOT play a tape, or do anything to disrupt them. A better place

[cobirds] Re: Scissor-tailed Flycatcher at Cherry Creek SP (Arapahoe). Tell the story! Describe the bird!

2020-06-20 Thread Joe Roller
I do recall "the old days", when a rarity was actually described by the observer. IMHO even the "name of the bird" and a photo is not enough. Why not share more, get beyond naming the bird - "tick" - and into the realm of description, habitat, behavior, age and sex class

Re: [cobirds] Idaho Springs

2020-06-27 Thread Joe Roller
ou'll find habitat and birds not easy at lower altitudes. 3 toed woodpecker, rare WW Crossbill and it may take a while to search for and find WT Ptarmigan at the pass. Good luck. Let me know what you checked and saw please. Joe Roller, Denver On Sat, Jun 27, 2020 at 5:45 AM Doug wrote: >

Re: [cobirds] Jeffco Whimbrel, M. Godwit etc.

2020-07-10 Thread Joe Roller
Although it's hard to be sure, my guess is that those juicy shorebirds were moving SOUTH, having failed at nesting up north somehow. I presume they were adults, but let us know if they were younger, please. Joe Roller, Denver "Time flies like the wind. Fruit flies like bananas".

Re: [cobirds] Re: ID Challenge: Which Eagle?

2020-07-15 Thread Joe Roller
Gary, All you asked for was the *species* of eagle, so I'd say the large bill is "all Bald Eagle" and never mind the plumage. Joe Roller, Denver On Wed, Jul 15, 2020 at 9:59 AM Michael T wrote: > Hatch year recently fledged Bald Eagle. Fairly uniform dark coloration. A > s

Re: [cobirds] Semipalmated Plover at Clear Creek and Lowell Blvd. Adams County question

2020-07-17 Thread Joe Roller
A bicolored bill would rule out Killdeer of any age. Strong clues about the Clear Creek plovers are time of year, habitat, and proximity of adult (mom and dad) Killdeer. Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Jul 16, 2020 at 8:58 PM Caleb A wrote: > Hi Joe! > I actually have a question about thi

Re: [cobirds] Durango, end of month?

2020-07-18 Thread Joe Roller
#x27;t appear on the list. You can also check the eBird hotspot map and zoom in and find the hotspots with the highest use, indicated by the color of the teardrop maker. Joe Roller, Denver Volunteer eBird hotspot reviewer for CO and WY On Sat, Jul 18, 2020 at 6:14 AM Gary Brower wrote: > Go

Re: [cobirds] NWR WY & MT

2020-07-20 Thread Joe Roller
ut what birds can be found there in different seasons. Joe Roller, Denver On Mon, Jul 20, 2020 at 11:40 AM Lisa Carp wrote: > Hi All- > > We just returned from 2 weeks on the road birding in WY, MT, S & N Dakota. > I thought I'd share some info on the NWR's where we stoppe

Re: [cobirds] Id help please, Larimer county

2020-07-22 Thread Joe Roller
Juvenile House Sparrows. Joe Roller, Denver On Wed, Jul 22, 2020 at 7:08 PM 'ronbco' via Colorado Birds < cobirds@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Today in my backyard against the foothills west of Berthoud. In a modest > sized locust tree. A group of about 5 sparrow-sized bird

Re: [cobirds] Lesser or common nighthawks?

2020-07-25 Thread Joe Roller
NIghthawks. Those photos are actually good at sorting out the two species. Joe Roller, Denver On Fri, Jul 24, 2020 at 5:41 PM Marcia Wade - Lafayette, Boulder County < marciaew...@gmail.com> wrote: > I observed a flock of what I believe to be lesser nighthawks July 23rd at > about 9

[cobirds] stakeout hotspot for Mexican Whip-poor-will (Fremont)

2020-08-07 Thread Joe Roller
ird HELP center: https://support.ebird.org/en/support/solutions/articles/48000850891-choosing-and-managing-locations-in-ebird#anchorMergeLocation Go to: eBird Hotspot FAQs and scroll down to "How do I merge a personal location with an existing Hotspot?" Joe Roller, Denver Volunteer eBird

Re: [cobirds] Barr Lake "below dam" is no longer

2020-08-13 Thread Joe Roller
Birders will be making fewer trips below the Barr Lake Dam, obviously. BUT Checklists collected at that eBird hotspot will be useful in documenting changes in the avifauna, before and after the habitat destruction. So don't give up on it; get down there when you can! Joe Roller, Denver O

[cobirds] Red-breasted Nuthatch foraging in a used Robin nest

2020-08-14 Thread Joe Roller
used nest like dermestid beetles, other flies, bird lice, etc." There seems to be no end to the topic, "what birds eat". Joe Roller, Denver * a behavior they share with phlebotomists -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Bir

Re: [cobirds] Proposed New Ebird Hotspot in Alamosa

2020-08-20 Thread Joe Roller
or a hotspot, (HELP section)* *before you suggest a new one. And keep in mind that there are about 3,000 hotspots just in Colorado,* *so most of the places you might think of, have ALREADY been set up!* *Thanks, * *Joe Roller, Denver* *Volunteer eBird hotspot reviewer for CO and WY* On Thu, Au

[cobirds] Parasitic Jaeger continues at Chatfield SP (Jeffco and Douglas)

2020-08-22 Thread Joe Roller
At about 9:10 today, Glenn Walbek phoned me with this update and asked me to post it on CObirds. I am not aware of any details. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

Re: [cobirds] Re: help with bird ID at Big Thompson Ponds SWA

2020-09-05 Thread Joe Roller
decided that chasing rare birds was often a thrill - but this time - not so much. Joe Roller, Denver On Sat, Sep 5, 2020 at 3:23 PM Caleb A wrote: > Hi Bev > Yep, I second Joe K. European Starlings have a fairly impressive range of > plumages, especially in juveniles and molts. > >

Re: [cobirds] Ruddy Turnstone at Blanca Wetlands

2020-09-14 Thread Joe Roller
On eBird, go to the hotspot map and enter Blanca Wetlands NWR and a map shows up. Joe Roller, Denver On Mon, Sep 14, 2020 at 5:43 AM Cinnamon Bergeron < cinnamonberge...@gmail.com> wrote: > Anyone, > > Where exactly is the Blanca Wetlands? I’d like to go. > > Cinnamon Ber

Re: [cobirds] Just a question

2020-09-14 Thread Joe Roller
The puzzle was in the SUNDAY, Sept 13, New York Times, not todays. The "cross clue" is "dangerous fly" and the 4th letter of that fly is the last letter of the bird's name. What do you think the fly's name is? Joe Roller, Denver On Mon, Sep 14, 2020 at 5:13 PM Lisa

Re: [cobirds] Just a question

2020-09-14 Thread Joe Roller
Yes! Joe Roller On Mon, Sep 14, 2020 at 5:40 PM Sebastian Patti wrote: > tsetse > > sebastianpa...@hotmail.com > Sebastian T. Patti > 770 S. Grand Avenue > Unit 3088 > Los Angeles, CA 90017 > CELL: 773/304-7488 > > -- > *From:* cobir

Re: [cobirds] Hawk i.d. Storm Mountain, Larimer Cty

2020-09-16 Thread Joe Roller
maybe because I seem stuck in the past - Marsh Hawk, anyone? Joe Roller, Denver On Tue, Sep 15, 2020 at 7:55 PM Dave Hyde wrote: > Thank you all for your suggestions. I accept the pale Red-tail, possible > Krider’s hawk (even though looking at the photo I thought there’s no way > th

Re: [cobirds] Re: ID?

2020-09-26 Thread Joe Roller
Appears to be a Hermit Thrush, based on dark markings on chest and lack of buff on face. Joe Roller, Denver On Sat, Sep 26, 2020 at 11:44 AM Steven Rash wrote: > Appears to be a Swainson's Thrush, which belongs to the same family as > Robins here in America do. The other one of the

Re: [cobirds] Re: Yellow-throated Vireo, Denver

2020-09-26 Thread Joe Roller
ger at 303 370-8319 Joe Roller, Denver assisting Charon On Sat, Sep 26, 2020 at 12:32 PM Steven Rash wrote: > Bob, > > That's a bummer. If you have a moment, please consider submitting a report > here: > https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/southwest-avian-mortality-projec

[cobirds] Forwarded from David Ely: Sedge Wren Broomfield Co

2020-10-17 Thread Joe Roller
-- Forwarded message - From: David Ely Date: Sat, Oct 17, 2020, 9:32 AM Subject: Sedge Wren Broomfield To: Colorado Birds Matt Hofeditz and I are currently seeing a sedge wren at Country Vista Park in Broomfield. Located east of Sheridan and 123rd. The wren is on north side of

Re: [cobirds] Purple Finch - Broomfield

2020-10-27 Thread Joe Roller
Lack of dark streaks on undertail coverts favors PUFI, i recall. Joe Roller Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 27, 2020, at 7:50 AM, Nicholas Komar wrote: > > Chris, > > Separating Cassin’s Finch females from Purple Finch female can be very > tricky. I think the streaked thr

[cobirds] Do yourself a favor! Browse the HELP section of eBird!

2020-10-29 Thread Joe Roller
It’s worth it! Friendly tip from Joe Roller Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegrou

Re: [cobirds] Burrowing Owls and security guards, Adams county

2017-04-01 Thread Joe Roller
xious, invasive bivalves." Be wary though out this day in early April, and the rest of month too. Joe Roller, Denver On Sat, Apr 1, 2017 at 8:41 AM, Susan Rosine wrote: > There is an area where signs are posted No Stopping or Parking (something > like that), but I've always pulled

Re: [cobirds] CFO convention

2017-04-05 Thread Joe Roller
ime having to take reservations for rooms, so your patience on that front is appreciated. We have a nice slate of trips, leaders, presenters, and keynote speaker lined up, and are expecting another great convention. Joe Roller, Denver On Wed, Apr 5, 2017 at 11:35 AM, Jo wrote: > How do we sign u

[cobirds] Report of a male Vermillion Flycatcher in Aurora (Arapahoe County) last Saturday.

2017-04-05 Thread Joe Roller
ble from public property. The bird could be seen from the open space along the *Tollgate Creek canal near the intersection of Iliff and Rifle St*. It was an adult male. I uploaded photos to bird." Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[cobirds] Re: Report of a male Vermillion Flycatcher in Aurora (Arapahoe County) last Saturday.

2017-04-05 Thread Joe Roller
e bird can be seen from public property, consider trying to see it from there, as I do not know what Mr. Guzick's definition of "a few people" is. Joe Roller, Denver On Wed, Apr 5, 2017 at 5:53 PM, Joe Roller wrote: > I got this message today from Tony Gurzick, who gave permissi

[cobirds] CORRECTION on contact phone number for Verm Fly.

2017-04-05 Thread Joe Roller
>From Tony. "Didn't type my number correctly at all. That's what I get for typing and walking at the same time. My number is 970-799-0052 <(970)%20799-0052>" Joe Roller -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado

Re: [cobirds] Regarding Roadrunner, Weld County

2017-04-06 Thread Joe Roller
i agree, but have no control over what the reviewer decides.let me know joe On Wed, Apr 5, 2017 at 11:05 PM, Susan Rosine wrote: > I just finished writing up a detailed description and submitted it to > eBird. Whether they accept it or not, I don't know what other bird it could > possibly be. I

Re: [cobirds] Crested Caracara in Northern Colorado?

2017-04-15 Thread Joe Roller
This will be the 3rd CO record, if accepted by the Colorado Birds record committee. There was 4th one at a fish hatchery north of Salida, but apparently it was not documented well enough to be accepted. Joe Roller, Denver On Sat, Apr 15, 2017 at 11:15 AM, wrote: > The original post is sha

Re: [cobirds] Rufous Hummingbird, Coal Creek Canyon, Boulder, CO

2017-04-20 Thread Joe Roller
w. After all, "birds fly." and some just can't wait for summer. Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Apr 20, 2017 at 5:21 PM, Adam Jack wrote: > Interesting day. I get home to a distinctive sound in the yard, but I am > unable to believe it (since I don't expect Rufous until July.

[cobirds] BROWN PELICAN at Corn Lake in Mesa County found by Susan Longest

2017-04-26 Thread Joe Roller
Road crosses the Colorado River. Just passing along info on this rarity from WSBN. Joe Roller, Denver -- You 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

Re: [cobirds] Snowstorm fallout at Chatfield 4/30 (Jefferson/Douglas) and mystery sparrow

2017-05-01 Thread Joe Roller
would love to see the photos, Bob, but tried the link and did not find them there. Joe On Mon, May 1, 2017 at 11:34 AM, W. Robert Shade III wrote: > My friend Greg and I sneaked in two hours cruising Chatfield State Park > yesterday afternoon. Many birds were on wet grass and on snow free > road

Re: [cobirds] Central plains today- Piping Plover (Lincoln)

2017-05-04 Thread Joe Roller
rdtop (94), jog east to rejoin 287. Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, May 4, 2017 at 8:14 PM, Nick Moore wrote: > Today I did a wrap around a few plains counties; Kit Carson, Cheyenne and > Lincoln. > > Starting at Flagler SWA I found land birds to be lacking in general. The > most common

[cobirds] Cautionary note on spring "Sprague's Pipits?" in CO

2017-05-27 Thread Joe Roller
s.org/CFO/ColoradoBirds/InTheScope/28.pdf Sprague's Pipits are unheard of in spring in CO; they're hard enough to find in the fall. By contrast juvy Horned Larks abound on the Pawnee this week. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

[cobirds] Yellow-billed Loon - inland records in summer.

2017-06-28 Thread Joe Roller
on." Those reports support the observations that although most YBLO's are far north and west of CO in summer, they have occurred and "in a rare way" are to be expected. I have seen Yellow-billed Loon in seven counties, but not Dolores (so far). Joe Roller, Denver -- You

Re: [cobirds] Magnificent Hummingbird Gilpin

2017-07-26 Thread Joe Roller
facts and needs to state: "I am serious for a change." Joe Roller, Denver On Tue, Jul 25, 2017 at 9:33 PM, snowy.owlets wrote: > All, > > Back when it was Rivoli's Hummingbird the first time, people would > sometimes call it Ravioli's Hummingbird, but I would be

Re: [cobirds] Re: Shorebird Hotspot in Weld

2017-08-15 Thread Joe Roller
Cindy, Those ponds are named "Adams and Bunkers Reservoirs" and they are easy to find on the eBird hotspot map as: "Pawnee National Grassland--Adams and Bunker Reservoirs" It would be swell to swell the number of checklists attached to those birdy places. Joe Roller, Denv

[cobirds] Two LITTLE GULLS at Pueblo Reservoir (Pueblo County)

2017-08-16 Thread Joe Roller
Bill Kaempfer phoned me to forward a report from a WFO trip leader who was scouting Pueblo Reservoir and had just observed two LITTLE GULLS at the south marina there. What other rarities might be found during the WFO Convention? The mind boggles! Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message

[cobirds] CRESTED CARACARA at First Creek Den Open Space, now

2017-08-25 Thread Joe Roller
avenue and go west about a quarter of a mile to the parking area on north side of 56th. Sign for First Creek Den One Space there. It is also easy to find on the eBird hotspot map. Walk north on the path and watch for birders watching the raptor. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because

Re: [cobirds] Re: Pacific (?!) Golden-Plover - Larimer

2017-09-07 Thread Joe Roller
Thanks for the photos, John. Relatively thick bill suggests Black-bellied Plover. Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Sep 7, 2017 at 7:05 AM, Susan Wise wrote: > I enjoy the multiple posts and general alarm! > > Luke Pheneger and I were texting a couple weeks ago that this would be the

Re: [cobirds] Butterflies. (and birds). Douglas

2017-09-18 Thread Joe Roller
There are articles about the Painted Ladies from Nebraska this week too. Some would call this a dispersal instead of a migration. In either case some folks on my block are opening their eyes to "nature," and that's a good thing. Joe Roller, Denver On Mon, Sep 18, 2017 at 5:19 P

[cobirds] Colorado Rare Bird Report for Monday October 2, 2017

2017-10-02 Thread Joe Roller
Compiler: Joe Roller e-mail: RBA AT cobirds.org Date: October 2, 2017 This is the Rare Bird Alert for Monday, October 2, sponsored by Denver Field Ornithologists and the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. Highlight species include: (* indicates new information on

[cobirds] Colorado Rare Bird Alert for Tuesday, October 3.

2017-10-03 Thread Joe Roller
that passes through most of the important habitats found in the park over a distance of about 3 miles. Trails could be slippery or muddy. Bring water and snacks; lunch is optional. Beginning birders are welcome. *Register online or contact leader.* *5 people have registered for this trip. There is n

[cobirds] Forwarded from West Slope Birding Network: TROPICAL KINGBIRD CONFIRMED IN MONTROSE COUNTY

2017-10-03 Thread Joe Roller
PICAL KINGBIRD. The bird was seen again today. It likes the area a mile and a half west of Nucla, just south of the intersection of CC road and 2700 road. This is one half mile south of the Sewer Ponds. They will send an update tomorrow AM, October 4." Joe Roller, Denver -- You received th

[cobirds] Colorado Rare Bird Alert for Wednesday, October 4, 2017

2017-10-04 Thread Joe Roller
he Trip* This is a half day of walking that passes through most of the important habitats found in the park over a distance of about 3 miles. Trails could be slippery or muddy. Bring water and snacks; lunch is optional. Beginning birders are welcome. *Register online or contact leader.* *5 p

[cobirds] Colorado Rare Bird Alert for Thursday, October 5

2017-10-05 Thread Joe Roller
ng that passes through most of the important habitats found in the park over a distance of about 3 miles. Trails could be slippery or muddy. Bring water and snacks; lunch is optional. Beginning birders are welcome. *Register online or contact leader.* *5 people have registered for this trip. The

[cobirds] Colorado Rare Bird Alert for Friday, October 6, 2017

2017-10-06 Thread Joe Roller
of the important habitats found in the park over a distance of about 3 miles. Trails could be slippery or muddy. Bring water and snacks; lunch is optional. Beginning birders are welcome. *Register online or contact leader.* *6 people have registered for this trip. There is no maximum.* *For more in

[cobirds] Colorado Rare Bird Alert for Saturday, October 7, 2017

2017-10-07 Thread Joe Roller
ct leader.* *6 people have registered for this trip. There is no maximum.* *For more information on the field trips go to* dfobirds.org. Good birding! Joe Roller Denver, CO jroll...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&qu

[cobirds] Colorado Rare Bird Alert for Sunday, October 8, 2017.

2017-10-08 Thread Joe Roller
nd in the park over a distance of about 3 miles. Trails could be slippery or muddy. Bring water and snacks; lunch is optional. Beginning birders are welcome. *Register online or contact leader.* *12 people have registered for this trip. There is no maximum.* *For more information on the fiel

[cobirds] Eastern Bluebirds at Washington Park, Denver County

2017-10-31 Thread Joe Roller
Ring-necked Ducks (13), Cackling Geese, and a lone Cormorant. There was a lone Spotted Sandpiper, half of the flock of two last week. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Amateur's response to your questions about stray birds.

2017-11-18 Thread Joe Roller
William, I am an amateur but experienced birder, and I can mention a few factors that seem to correlate with spatial patterns of stray birds. Finding out of range birds is one of the many joys of birding. Most of these are observations, not careful scientific studies. 1) Young migratory birds (ha

[cobirds] EUROPEAN GOLDFINCH reported from Boulder on Dec 2 & 3

2017-12-04 Thread Joe Roller
the widest circulation possible. Thanks, Joe Roller, Denver -- You 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

[cobirds] CAVEAT on Eur Goldfinch - it is probably an escaped cage bird.

2017-12-04 Thread Joe Roller
This species is handsome - a goldfinch with a red face - "the embarrassed goldfinch"? Therefore fun to see, but beware that it would probably not pass muster by the CBRC as a "countable bird." Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Birders welcome to view Nederland thrasher

2017-12-07 Thread Joe Roller
not seen. Thanks - Dave Hyde Joe Roller, Denver -- You 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 t

Re: [cobirds] Red breastfed sapsucker

2017-12-23 Thread Joe Roller
Sapsucker shutterbugs. (Say it three times, fast). John Drummond asked me to post that he learned that a photography permit from the Broadmoor is NOT needed. Joe Roller, Denver On Sat, Dec 23, 2017 at 1:20 PM, kickback wrote: > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ryiqt1X4F-Y/Wj

[cobirds] SNOWY OWL being seen right now. On roof of Wayne Carle Middle School

2017-12-27 Thread Joe Roller
cking access aling the top of the dam." Wayne Carle Middle School Please update or correct this information. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving ema

Re: [cobirds] Re: Tønnessen's next?

2017-12-28 Thread Joe Roller
r is slowly breeding higher up the Arkansas River and has reached the middle of Kansas by now. Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Dec 28, 2017 at 4:52 PM, 'VicZ24' via Colorado Birds < cobirds@googlegroups.com> wrote: > If he finds a Rufous-backed Buzzard (or as is presently being called &g

[cobirds] White-winged Scoter continues today at South Platte Park

2018-01-10 Thread Joe Roller
The adult male WW Scoter in alternate plumage was seen by several observers from 8:30 thru 9:15. It was best seen from the east end of the dam in line with a red buoy, diving for about a minute. The Yellow-billed Loon was also present. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you

Re: [cobirds] Coors Ponds security (Jefferson) No RNGR or LTDU

2018-01-11 Thread Joe Roller
The deep background on the care with which Coors guards its property is that a few decades ago, the family suffered a horrible child kidnapping and murder. Plus a Coors family member lives right on the lakeshore. I can see why they are sensitive. Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Jan 11, 2018 at 8:04

[cobirds] Snowy Owl at Stanley Lake not seen in early afternoon.

2018-01-11 Thread Joe Roller
Sunny, but quite windy and cool. Searched from each end of the dam, but no luck. Lots of places it could hang out. Any sightings through the weekend, please share on COBirds, in addition to eBird, thanks, Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [cobirds] Re: Coors Ponds security (Jefferson) No RNGR or LTDU

2018-01-12 Thread Joe Roller
good neighbors and understand and comply with their guidelines. Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Jan 11, 2018 at 9:15 PM, Kyle Medina wrote: > > Here is photo of the land parcel that Steven Rash was referring too. I use > this app for hunting which gives landownership around the sta

[cobirds] Good news about birding access at Coors Ponds!

2018-01-18 Thread Joe Roller
irds about uncommon species. Joe Roller, Denver ** Coors Ponds * *Jefferson, US-CO* *75 SPECIES* *160 checklists* -- You 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

Re: [cobirds] Two Buttes Res (Baca) on 25Jan2018

2018-01-25 Thread Joe Roller
Dave, You piqued my curiosity, so I searched eBird and found no Colorado records of Long-billed Curlew for any year during December, January or March. Likewise, "Bob and Bob" have no records between early November and late March. What a fiind! Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Jan 25, 2018

Re: [cobirds] Long-tailed Duck, McKay Road Ponds, Adams County

2018-01-28 Thread Joe Roller
en NW and park on the shoulder just north of the South Platte River bridge. There is a nice variety of waterfowl here. The duck was diving and best seen when above water. Joe Roller, Denver On Sat, Jan 27, 2018 at 11:41 AM, Adam Vesely wrote: > Hi all, there is a Long-tailed Duck in the sou

[cobirds] Mountain Bluebirds at Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR and a newly opened Auto Tour route.

2018-02-02 Thread Joe Roller
quot; I usually need to get up to the Pawnee Grasslands to get that same feeling. Joe Roller, Denver PS IF you go, please compile a separate checklist for the new eBird hotspot, "Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--East Auto Tour." -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

Re: [cobirds] Hybrid ducks mystery

2018-02-07 Thread Joe Roller
bley field guide and some others, there is a drawing of similar birds in the "domestic duck" section. Keep on birding'! Joe Roller, Denver To paraphrase an old saw - "Its a wise duckling who knows who his father is." On Wed, Feb 7, 2018 at 8:23 AM, Karen Strong wrote: &g

Re: [cobirds] Who was Harris of Harris’s Hawk fame?

2018-02-09 Thread Joe Roller
;. All along the birds did not seem to care what name they carried, as they carried on. Joe Roller, Denver On Fri, Feb 9, 2018 at 10:34 AM, Robert Righter wrote: > Ed Harris of course! Harris was a friend of J.J. Audubon during the early > 1800s. Audubon valued close friendships and ofte

[cobirds] A day in the field with Chris Wood, DFO Field Trip to Larimer County

2018-02-18 Thread Joe Roller
ipling). The show starts at 7, so be there earlier to find a place to park, enter through the north security door and schmooze a bit with the friendly crowd there. Thanks, Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" g

[cobirds] How to report harassment of owls at Cherry Creek SP, Arapahoe County.

2018-03-01 Thread Joe Roller
f the day's phone number is 303 524-5794. Thanks, Joe Roller, Denver -- You 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...@googleg

Re: [cobirds] Canada goose, Monte Vista, Alamosa county

2018-03-11 Thread Joe Roller
a Goose side of the family.. Sharp eyes, Deb, to spot that one amongst the other geese! Thanks. Joe Roller, Denver On Sun, Mar 11, 2018 at 1:29 PM, 'Deborah Carstensen' via Colorado Birds < cobirds@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I would like some input on this goose at the Montevis

[cobirds] Immature Harris's Sparrow continues at First Creek--DEN Open Space

2018-03-23 Thread Joe Roller
flew over to Adams County (marsh just west of Buckley Road). Today it was not hanging out with its junco pals. Seen with Karen Drozda. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

Re: [cobirds] Tunnel Drive Hotspot - Canon City - Fremont County

2018-03-25 Thread Joe Roller
Rufous-crowned Sparrows breed? Joe Roller, Denver On Sun, Mar 25, 2018 at 12:59 PM, Mark Amershek wrote: > Has anyone ran into any problems birding in the area west of the new > parking lot. I have noticed in the past that when they upgraded the > parking area and toilet facilities the

[cobirds] Snowy Egret at Washington Park, Denver County

2018-04-01 Thread Joe Roller
they nested in past years. Joe Roller, Denver -- You 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

Re: [cobirds] House Sparrows - Boulder & metro area

2018-04-09 Thread Joe Roller
;t do what I used to do and put "x" in the number box for those charming Weavers, put a number. Joe Roller, Denver On Mon, Apr 9, 2018 at 11:48 AM, 'Hugh Kingery' via Colorado Birds < cobirds@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Denver Audubon just received a call from a woman in

[cobirds] CALIFORNIA QUAIL seen today by Vic Zerbi, Moffat County

2018-04-10 Thread Joe Roller
Colorado Bird Records Committee, it will be a first Colorado record for this species. FYI, that Visitor Center is 325 miles from Denver, an approximately 5 and a half hour drive. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

Re: [cobirds] Re: Pawnee Grasslands 10April2018 (Weld)

2018-04-11 Thread Joe Roller
Yes, we'll put an end to it. Beyond ridiculous. Joe On Wed, Apr 11, 2018 at 4:48 PM, 'Norm Lewis' via Colorado Birds < cobirds@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Perhaps someone could fix us up with the appropriate contact information > for the authorities there, and the birding community could start mak

Re: [cobirds] ANNA’S HUMMINGBIRD/Larimer

2018-04-12 Thread Joe Roller
views of the female Anna's Hummingbird, perched at the feeder, at the top of an aspen, with time for oohs, aahs, and photos. We also heard her vocalize in flight. THANKS! What a fun bird to add to the DFO Big Year 2018 list during a DFO field trip! Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Apr 12, 2018 a

Re: [cobirds] What CBC data can tell us about House Sparrows in Colorado Springs

2018-04-13 Thread Joe Roller
on, but it is intriguing to examine the data anyway. > > Here's hoping our CBC participation continues that trend. :) > > Thanks, > Diana Beatty > > > > On Fri, Apr 13, 2018 at 1:54 PM, Douglas Eddy wrote: > >> Hi again, >> >> After beginning some

Re: [cobirds] Purple headed Mallard

2018-04-19 Thread Joe Roller
uch less common than other prevalent color variant, the "white-headed" birder. Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Apr 19, 2018 at 10:26 AM, 'Hugh Kingery' via Colorado Birds < cobirds@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Can anyone enlighten me and the observers about a male Mallar

[cobirds] Swainson's Thrush at Barr Lake, Adams County

2018-04-21 Thread Joe Roller
above features and lack of reddish tones in the "non-dipping" tail. Loads of swallows, a Yellow Warbler, many other migrants seen by others. Joe Roller, Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe

[cobirds] RFI: Seeking update on California Quail near Dinosaur this weekend.

2018-04-22 Thread Joe Roller
I dont see any eBird reports of that quail for yesterday, so the last sighting was by Tom Litteral on Friday AM. I'd be grateful if anyone let's me know if they tried and did or DID NOT see it. Either post to CObirds or contact me directly. Thanks very much, Joe Roller, Denver -- Yo

Re: [cobirds] Re: ??? Possible Snowy Owl near Golden Ponds in Longmont

2018-04-26 Thread Joe Roller
eBird shows that there have been no records of Snowy Owl anywhere near Colorado since early April this year. Could happen, but I'm skeptical. Sharon, do you have any way of finding out whether the recently released owl was young or adult, male or female? Joe Roller, Denver On Thu, Apr 26,

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