This morning we were able to confirm that which we have suspected all summer long...that we have had breeding Yellow-billed Cuckoos in our yard. They are no longer calling...so it was just plain lucky that the juvenile lit in the open this morning. Told from adults by weaker tail patterning and slightly shorter tail, bill is now yellow, as is orbital ring of eye, however it lacks bolder black around the eye. Do not know how often they have been confirmed as breeding here...or how common they are to this area of the state. Would appreciate feedback on this. The bird was is a lifer for us and we have greatly enjoyed watching them.
Polly Wren and Paul Neldner La Veta Huerfano County Sent from my iPad -- 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. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en.
