[cobirds] Yard List, Bent County CO

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[cobirds] Cinnamon Teal in Bent County

Birders, I'm not quite ready to declare that winter is over in SE Colorado, but I saw a male Cinnamon Teal near the junction of the Arkansas and Purgatoire Rivers in Bent County today. This is my first January sighting of this species in SE Colorado. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County

[cobirds] Thick-billed Longspurs in Bent County, Co

it impossible for me to reach Adobe Creek Reservoir. I don't think it's possible to combine the Longspur pond with Adobe Creek reservoir without a major detour. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir CBC results

ed Cowbird present in good numbers. Six Rusty Blackbirds at a feedlot provided a new count high. Some year, maybe the stars will align, and land, water and mountain birds will all show up in the same year. We'll keep trying. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent Counnty, CO -- -- You received th

[cobirds] Thick-billed Longspurs in Bent County, CO

, thanks to a recent wet winter and summer. It should be possible to see (and photograph) the longspurs well, if one is patient and waits for their short visits when they come in to drink. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Kiowa County, CO, November 18, 2023

), there was a very late Pectoral Sandpiper. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this gro

[cobirds] Wildfire near Van's Grove, John Martin SWA, Bent County CO

to be closed for a while. On a brighter note, I found a male Northern Parula this afternoon in the tall juniper tree just north of the playground at Lake Hasty Campground. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] American White Pelicans return to John Martin Reservoir (Bent County) in SE Colorado

week of January. Numbers of some waterfowl are also picking up, with increases in the numbers of Northern Pintail, American Wigeon, Canvasback, Redhead and Green-winged Teal. Of course, we're bracing for our next winter storm warning, beginning tomorrow night. Duane Nelson Las Animas

[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir CBC results

Common Mergansers, 3,000 Common Goldeneyes (no Barrow's this year) and thousands of Mallards present. I'm sure I missed a couple of birds, but I hope I captured the spirit of the count. Thanks to the many expert birders that helped this year. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO

[cobirds] Pygmy Nuthatch at Hasty CG, Bent County

; 50 yards to the east. Hasty Campground had more migrant birds today than in all of the multiple trips I've taken this fall migration season there combined. Best were: Blue-headed Vireo, Ovenbird and Hammond's Flycatcher. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message b

Re: [cobirds] SULPHUR-bellied FLYCATCHER, Chico basin 9/10

this bird. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO From: "Peter Burke" To: "cobirds" Sent: Saturday, September 10, 2022 10:17:04 AM Subject: [cobirds] SULPHUR-bellied FLYCATCHER, Chico basin 9/10 A Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher was seen well and photographed in a field

[cobirds] Bent County landbirds, 5/5/22

standing ones. For this reason, I don't think the chances of re-finding this bird are very good. It was loosely associating with a female Wilson's Warbler. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado

[cobirds] Wood Thrush at Van's Grove, Bent County, CO 5/4/22

was a singing White-throated Sparrow. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this gro

[cobirds] Bent County birds, 5/2/2022

, this time a female. There are numerous closures due to fires, but I saw my third Northern Parula of the day on the east side of Bent County Road 16 just east of the closed Ft. Lyon Wildlife Easement. Respectfully, Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message

[cobirds] Cape May Warbler at Hasty Campground, Bent County

Birders, An adult Cape May Warbler was seen this morning at Hasty Campground below the dam at John Martin Reservoir. It was seen east of the south side parking lot, just northwest of the three dumpsters. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because

[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir CBC results

Siskins were present, as was a Lesser Goldfinch. Good luck to other CBC participants and compilers as the CBC season progresses. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To

[cobirds] A couple of Lake Hasty (Bent County) birds

Woodpeckers and Wild Turkeys are a no-show so far this winter there. There are still American White Pelicans and Double-crested Cormorants present, seen from the dam, but large numbers of waterfowl have yet to appear. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message

[cobirds] Long-tailed Duck and Least Sandpipers at Lake Hasty, Bent County, CO

or ponds where water is not yet frozen. While Killdeer and Greater Yellowlegs are almost always encountered on John Martin Reservoir CBCs, Least Sandpiper would be new to the count. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Ruby-throated Hummingbird GONE?

it through dusk. I will update cobirds only if I see it again. I'm really glad I posted this bird, and that seeing it delighted so many people. I look forward to sharing my next rare bird with the birding community. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message

[cobirds] Ruby-throated Hummingbird in Bent County update

Birders, The immature male Ruby-throated Hummingbird appeared before 7 a.m. in my yard in Las Animas (Bent County), marking its fourth consecutive day here. As with every other day, I don't know when it will tank up and depart. Birders are welcome.. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County

[cobirds] Ruby-throated Hummingbird in Bent County update

Birders, The immature Ruby-throated Hummingbird visiting my feeders in Las Animas was present through dusk today. Birders are welcome. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" grou

[cobirds] Ruby-throated Hummingbird in Bent County

Birders, The immature male Ruby-throated Hummingbird first found at my feeders in Las Animas on October 7th is still here this morning. I have no idea how long it will stay before migrating, but birders are welcome to look. View from the lawn chairs near the feeders. Duane Nelson Las

[cobirds] He's Back! (Ruby-throated Hummingbird in Las Animas, that is)

, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird was waiting. I presume it will be here through the afternoon, and possibly tomorrow morning. Birders are welcome to look for it. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colora

[cobirds] Ruby-throated Hummingbird GONE?

Birders, I'd love to host birders for the Ruby-throated Hummingbird that showed up this morning at my feeders in Las Animas (Bent County, CO) , but I haven't seen it in almost two hours, and I fear it may have departed. I won't post again unless it returns. Duane Nelson Las Animas, CO

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird GONE?

. I won't update again unless the bird returns. Thanks, everyone! Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For mo

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update

a few feet of the feeders, and I'm quite sure it will be here at dawn. I will update cobirds if the bird returns tomorrow morning. Visitors are welcome. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update

warning due to the passage of a strong cold front. So far, the wind isn't strong enough to tip and empty the feeders, and winds are predicted to ease after 10 a.m. The hummingbird seems oblivious to the swaying branches and perches. Duane Nelson Las Animas, CO -- -- You received this message

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update

, I know there will be a first person to miss it. In the event the bird leaves during the day, I will post as soon  the bird potentially departs. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Las Animas (Bent County) update

Birders, The immature male Costa's Hummingbird in my yard in Las Animas has already appeared today. This is the seventh day it has been here. Birders are welcome to visit. I have not left my yard since last Sunday in order to accommodate visitors, and am starting to feel the need to resume

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Las Animas, Bent County update

park along the side of my circular driveway instead of on East 6th Street. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For mo

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update

this indicates it is stocking up on calories before departing for points unknown. I will update cobirds tomorrow morning if the bird is still here. Birders are still welcome. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Las Animas, Bent County CO update

Birders, The immature male Costa's Hummingbird visiting my feeders in Las Animas just put in it's first appearance of the morning, the fifth day he has been here. Visitors are welcome. I prefer if people park in my circular driveway rather than on rather busy 6th Street. Duane Nelson Las

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird update

are welcome. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird update

you are coming. Duane Nelson Las Animas CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?h

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird update

Birders, The immature male Costa's Hummingbird visiting my feeders in Las Animas, Bent County, is still present this afternoon. Photographers with much more talent than me have posted spectacular pictures to ebird. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Las Animas update

, and it is not actively feeding or chasing the few Black-chinned Hummingbirds that remain. As with all migratory birds, I can't guarantee how long it will stick around. Duane Nelson 342 E. 6th St. Las Animas, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update

Birders, The immature male Costa's Hummingbird in my yard in Las Animas (Bent County) CO is still present and providing good looks to observers as of 1 p.m. today. Birders are welcome. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County

, but it returned to my feeders for regular visits in the late afternoon and early evening. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@google

[cobirds] Fire at Van's Grove, Bent County CO

, although the prairie on all sides, and Gageby Marsh did. It remains to be seen how bad the damage is, but, for now, it looks pretty bad. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" grou

[cobirds] Tree Swallow in Bent County

of the state, spring is here! Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this gro

[cobirds] Purple Finch in Bent County

if you're interested in more information about seeing the Purple Finch. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com For mo

[cobirds] Remembering Joe Roller

supporters. I made lifelong friends and connections with a lot of really great people. And I owe it all to Joe Roller. Rest in peace, my friend. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO // -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Long-tailed Duck in Bent County, CO

ducks. A pleasant surprise was a very cooperative female Long-tailed Duck on Lake Hasty. It was in the northwest corner of the south lake, close to shore. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado

[cobirds] American Golden-Plovers and Dunlin in Bent County

, and scan the north end of the lake. A scope will be helpful. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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

[cobirds] Red Phalarope in Bent County

of the outlet canal. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Black-throated Green Warbler in Bent County

a banner year for Townsend's Warblers in this part of the state, and the Black-throated Green Warbler was in the same flock as a female Townsend's Warbler. Seeing both of these similar species within a couple of feet of each other in the same binocular field was a first for me. Duane Nelson Las

[cobirds] Pinyon Jays in Bent County

farther to the south and west. Be on the lookout for this very rare visitor. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County 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] Canyon Towhee in Las Animas, and more

or anything I consider worthy of posting to cobirds. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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

Re: [cobirds] Russian olive removal

. A Piratic Flycatcher was present at Ft. Sumner, New Mexico in September of 2003. It was confined to Russian-Olives. I saw that bird on September 16th (ironically, today is the anniversary of that sighting) with Brian Gibbons. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO On 9/15/2020 10:33 AM

Re: [cobirds] FYI: 2020-21 Christmas Bird Counts/Audubon

I have been wondering about this for the past several months. I initiated the John Martin Reservoir CBC, and will comply with the National Audubon Society recommendations. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO On 9/8/2020 3:19 PM, 'The "Nunn Guy"' via Colorado Birds wrote:

Re: [cobirds] Bob Spencer

together. We carpooled together to DFO meetings, picking up Ruth Wheeler and Freda Krolik on our way once a month. We spoke of the hybrid birder he named "Jack Holt". Great times and great memories. I can give Bob no greater tribute than saying he was like a second father to me. Duane

[cobirds] Hooded Warbler in Bent County, CO

. Stay safe! Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Black Phoebe in Bent County

Say's Phoebe, Canyon Towhee, Rufous-crowned Sparrow, Bewick's Wren, and migrant Chipping and Brewer's Sparrows. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from

[cobirds] Canyon Wren in Bent County

should shut off ourselves to the possibility of exciting bird sightings. Get out there (but not too far!) Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Sandhill Cranes migrating at night

for soaring. Perhaps the strong southerly winds provide a clue to their nocturnal migration. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Withers Canyon, Comanche National Grasslands, Otero County

area in Oklahoma. Some other canyon country birds were seen, some missed, before we climbed up steep slopes and cliff breaks as we returned to my car. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] American White Pelicans at John Martin Reservoir

of consideration as the first harbinger of spring, at least in this part of the state. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Long-tailed Duck at John Martin Reservoir

of the reservoir near the dam. Best viewing is from the south pullout of the dam. I offer this information mostly to help people drawn to Lamar for the Snow Goose Festival. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado

[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir, Bent County

4 miles west of the dam on the north side of the reservoir. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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

[cobirds] Bent County, January 17, 2020

in previous weeks. Respectfully, Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] John Martin Reservoir flash freezes

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[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir, Bent County, CO

Colorado, with birds seen on both the John Martin Reservoir and Rocky Ford CBC's. Today's Lesser Goldfinches were a couple of miles from where they were found on the CBC, indicating that they may actually be far more widespread this winter. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received

[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir CBC results

ly omitted. We do our compilation at the dinner following the count, and the hard data is no longer in my hands. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Dunlin in Bent County

, and was later seen by Stan Oswald. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Lost contact info about seeing Gray Vireo in SE Colorado

me... Yes, I will help you in finding this potential life bird. No, I do not want to be compensated for my effort. Just let me know how to contact you. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Gray Vireo in Bent County

. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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

Re: [cobirds] Tamarack

, including old growth ones that formerly harbored wintering Long-eared Owls. So far, the uplands have been spared of tree removal. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO Greetings Russian Olive removal, ironically to preserve riparian habitat, is on another part of ranch. There is electric

[cobirds] Late migrants in Bent County

Tennessee Warblers (one a singing male), and a silent female American Redstart. Also present was a female Rose-breasted Grosbeak. Norma Verhoeff arrived in time to see the latter birds. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Black-and-White Warbler and Hooded Warbler in Bent County

Northern Waterthrushes. Unlike Mark, I saw no Yellow-throated Warblers. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Lesser Nighthawk, Bent County CO

the grove. Good luck to those chasing it. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Broad-tailed Hummingbird in Bent County

detour. I would appreciate knowing in advance so I can give directions to people that I don't know. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[cobirds] A couple of uncommon birds, Bent County, CO

-and-white Warbler in tall cottonwoods just east of the bridge. There were lots of Yellow-rumped Warblers (Myrtle, Audubon's and intergrades) and a few Orange-crowned Warblers here today. Respectfully, Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Ruddy Turnstone in Bent County

of the point just beyond a field fence put up in 2017 for predator control, and does not mark a closure. Two unprotected Piping Plovers were on the mainland adjacent to Gravel Island, the large island just west of Plover Point. Please give them space and approach on foot. Duane Nelson Las Animas

[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir CBC results

the confluence of the Arkansas and Purgatoire Rivers. Without feeders, they feast on abundant Russian Olive fruits and drink regularly from a fallen Russian Olive tree partly submerged in the Arkansas Rivers. I hope other count compilers will post their results to cobirds. Sincerely, Duane

[cobirds] CBC registrations

some of us are doing multiple CBCs on consecutive days, and may be unavailable or unresponsive after counts begin on December 14th. Respectfully, Duane Nelson John Martin Reservoir CBC co-compiler -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado

[cobirds] Buff-breasted Sandpipers at John Martin Reservoir

was calling local birders, and finding Norma Verhoeff was able to come out to see the birds (a lifer for her). I would be shocked if her pictures aren't an an order of magnitude better than mine. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [cobirds] White Ibis?

To the best of my knowledge, the Bent County White Ibis has not been seen as of 2:30 today. That doesn't necessarily mean it's not around, as many people have not seen it on their first attempt, and no one knows where it spends time when it's not on the mudflat. Sincerely, Duane Nelson, Las

Re: [cobirds] White Ibis yes

second adult White Ibis in Bent County. The first was in the 1990s, at the exact same spot. That bird was north of Road JJ at the Gageby Marsh, close enough that binoculars weren't necessary. Duane Nelson Las Animas, CO On 8/29/2018 12:17 PM, Gary Faust - Lisa Edwards wrote: All, The Whit Ibis

[cobirds] Least Bittern in Bent County

protect nesting shorebirds. Sincerely, Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County 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...@

[cobirds] Bent County, 5/20/18

worth checking if you are in the area. Sincerely, Duane Nelson Las Animas, 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] Piping Plovers at John Martin Reservoir

, Lake Hasty can be good. The swim beach may have shorebirds and waterbirds, and hundreds of foraging swallows. Duane Nelson Las Animas, 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] John Martin Reservoir, Bent County

ican White Pelicans and two Double-crested Cormorants, missed on the CBC. The best viewpoint is Overlook Point on the north side of the Reservoir. Sincerely, Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorad

[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir CBC results

Birders, Fourteen participants in seven parties conducted the John Martin Reservoir CBC on December 14th. This was perhaps the most perplexing count ever: a warm fall and no frozen water resulted in huge amounts of reservoir habitat with no birds to count. Between three parties observing the

[cobirds] Ovenbird at Tempel Grove, Bent County

it is full to capacity with campers, as are all sites at Overlook Campground on the north side of John Martin Reservoir. Water levels there are so high that there are no migrant shorebirds. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[cobirds] Landbirds in Bent County

Martin Reservoir) - Yellow-breasted Chat, Wilson's Warbler, Orchard Oriole, Yellow-billed Cuckoo. Hasty Campground - American Redstart, Baltimore Oriole, Willow Flycatcher, Yellow-billed Cuckoo. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Hooded and Magnolia Warblers at Tempel Grove, Bent County

. Two other birders showed up five minutes after it was found, and it never revealed itself again. The Magnolia Warbler was just west of County Road 35. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Black-throated Sparrow in Bent County

can be found here, although almost always in low numbers, requiring significant birder effort. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Bent County birds 4/12

you the birds. Oh, and if I see birders entering or lingering at closure boundaries, I have a whole bunch of state and federal law enforcement workers on speed dial, and they won't hesitate to take it from there. Sincerely,, Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received

[cobirds] Baltimore Oriole at Hasty CG, Bent County

most of SE Colorado's migrant Yellow-rumped Warblers, along with a few other species. After sorting through hundreds of Yellow-rumps, I finally found a couple of Lazuli Buntings, and a brilliant male Baltimore Oriole this afternoon. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received

[cobirds] Worm-eating Warbler at Tempel Grove (Bent County) update

of warning about the weather: The National Weather Service predicts 6 - 12 inches of snow between this evening and early Sunday morning, when the storm finally departs. I have doubts that the early Piping Plover nest at John Martin Reservoir can survive a storm of this magnitude. Duane Nelson Las

[cobirds] Worm-eating Warbler, Tempel Grove, Bent County

, we had a third White-throated Sparrow among the big flock of White-crowned Sparrows. Finally, we saw a Gray Catbird in the undergrowth south of the memorial benches. Dave's ears did not let him down. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent Co., CO -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Bent County birds

snowstorm of December 17th, south of Road JJ via Road 17.25. Happy New Year! Duane Nelson, Las Animas, Bent County, 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] Purple Sandpiper viewing ethics

in my neck of the woods. Respectfully, Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, 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...@googl

[cobirds] John Martin Reservoir CBC results

(a Colorado CBC record), and 150 Common Grackles. We estimated 80,000 Red-winged Blackbirds. I'd like to personally thank everyone that made time and contributed so much. This was a total team effort. Please forgive me for possibly sounding tired. I am. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO

[cobirds] Long-tailed Duck in Bent County

attract nesting Ospreys. Also present on Lake Hasty are double-digit American White Pelicans and a nice assortment of ducks. At least five Greater Yellowlegs are hanging around the stilling basin below the dam with Killdeer. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County CO -- You received this message

[cobirds] Little Gull at Adobe Creek Reservoir, Bent and Kiowa Counties

around a lot. There are multiple juvenile Sabine's Gulls in the same part of the lake today. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County 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] Williamson's Sapsucker in Bent County

of Colorado, and I think this is a Bent County first. This is outside of the locked fence surrounding the main buildings, and birder access would be OK, even on weekends. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Col

[cobirds] Ruby-throated Hummingbird - NO

. This is just south of the Arkansas River, just past the Hasty Bridge. Our project should be complete by noon. Let me know if you need more details. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Ruby-throated Hummingbird 9/16 YES

Birders, The adult male Ruby-throated Hummingbird that has been visiting my feeder in Las Animas, Bent County CO just made an appearance. Birders are welcome to look, provided they notify me in advance. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County CO -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Ruby-throated Hummingbird in Bent County update

Birders, The adult male Ruby-throated Hummingbird is present again this morning at my feeder in Las Animas (Bent County). Birders are welcome, but need to contact me before visiting. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

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