I went out this morning and was able to find the blue grosbeaks. There were some other birders there and I'm happy to report that everyone was able to enjoy them while also not disturbing them with our presence. I observed some favored perching spots and after the others left I repositioned myself for some photos and my patience was rewarded!
http://www.pbase.com/gymell/image/136043792 http://www.pbase.com/gymell/image/136043780 Thanks for sharing the sighting and also for reminding people to respect the birds. > On Sunday the birding Gods were with me. I observed a male and female Blue > Grosbeak on 140th st in Dakota County. I have been reluctant to post this pair because they may very well be a breeding pair which would be a rarity. The birds have been very active and should be easily seen. I would > ask that you DO NOT USE TAPES , as they are not necessary and more importantly be very disturbing to the pair. I hope I have not errored in posting this. I would like others to enjoy these birds without interfering > with a possible successful breeding attempt. > Directions are at junction of Highway 52 & county road 42 go east about one block ; north on Conley ave to 140th st.se ; turn right go to the county garbage dump on north side of the road where there are a group of Cedar trees .The birds have been in this area. ( it's about 1.7 miles from > the turn on Conley to the cedar trees. > Again, LETS NOT DISTURB THIS PAIR OF BLUE GROSBEAKS ! > Jim Otto > ---- > Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html -- Liz Stanley Bloomington, MN [email protected] Backyard weather and feedercam: http://www.overlookcircle.org/ Photo gallery: http://www.pbase.com/gymell/liz_favorites Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/lizmstanley ---- Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
