[cobirds] Colorado Rare Bird Alert for Friday, February 28, 2014
Compiler: Mary Driscoll Date: February 28, 2014 email: rba AT cfobirds.org phone: 303-659-8750 This is the Colorado Rare Bird Alert for Friday February 28, 2014 sponsored by the Denver Field Ornithologists and the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory. If you are phoning in a message, you can skip the recording by pressing the star key (*) on your phone at any time. Please leave your name, phone number, detailed directions including county, and dates for each sighting. It would be helpful if you would spell your last name. Highlight species include (* indicates new information on this species in this report). BRANT (Douglas) TRUMPETER SWAN (Morgan) TUNDRA SWAN (Boulder) Long-tailed Duck (Denver*) Barrow's Goldeneye (Jefferson) MEW GULL (Arapahoe, Pueblo) Lesser Black-backed Gull (Arapahoe, Denver*, Larimer, Pueblo, Weld) Thayer's Gull (Arapahoe, Denver*,Pueblo) ICELAND GULL (Weld) GLAUCOUS-WINGED GULL (Arapahoe) Glaucous Gull (Arapahoe, Pueblo) White-winged Dove (Jefferson*) Western Screech Owl (Delta) Northern Pygmy-Owl (Jefferson*, Larimer) Red-bellied Woodpecker (Prowers) VARIED THRUSH (Huerfano) Swamp Sparrow (El Paso) Harris's Sparrow (Boulder, Huerfano, Larimer*) Lapland Longspur (Adams, Weld*) Northern Cardinal (Prowers) Rusty Blackbird (Douglas) Rosy-Finch (Boulder) ADAMS COUNTY: --Dowell reports the following gulls at Aurora Reservoir on February 26: MEW GULL, (ad)., Lesser Black-backed Gulls, (2 ad. 1 3rd. yr.), Thayer's Gull, (2 juv., 1 or 2 ad.), GLAUCOUS-WINGED GULL, (2nd. winter), Glaucous Gull, (1 ad., 2 immature). --Lapland Longspurs were reported by Breitsch on the DIA Owl Loop which starts .5 mile east of Tower Rd on 96th Ave. On February 3, he found them on Trussville Rd between 114th and 120th Aves. On February 7, Walbek reports a flock of 75 Longspurs near 128th and Pohawton Rd. ARAPAHOE COUNTY: --On February 22, Mlodinow reports a 1st yr. GLAUCOUS-WINGED GULL, 3 Glaucous Gulls, 2 Lesser Black-backed Gulls, 6 Thayer's Gulls, and a 1st yr. Thiceland Gull (that is, a bird in between Iceland and Thayer's Gull. BOULDER COUNTY: --On February 1, Wilberding reported a TUNDRA SWAN at Cottonwood Marsh, the swan was seen again on February 23 by Breitsch, at Cottonwood Marsh. --On February 15, Piombino reports the return of Harris's Sparrows to her yard. On 2/16, Dunning reports seeing one Harris's Sparrow at Piombino's. Birders are welcome to visit, she lives near the little hamlet of Hygiene. Call her for directions at 303-776-1939. Park at the end of her driveway, tapes not necessary. --On February 8, at Fawn Brook Inn in Allenspark, Hill reports a flock of several hundred Rosy-Finches at the feeders. 95% Brown-capped, with at least one adult Black, and at least a couple Gray-crowned. DENVER COUNTY: --On February 27, T. Jones reports seeing the following gulls on Marston Reservoir: Two, ad. Lesser Black-backed Gulls were on the ice. One was a very dark backed[almost black] colored bird. The other ad. Lesser Black-backed Gull had more of the typical dark gray colored back. A first cycle Thayer's Gull was also present. DELTA COUNTY: --On February 25, Beason reports a Western Screech-Owl in a cavity near Escalante SWA yesterday. DENVER COUNTY: --Vickery reports seeing a Long-tailed Duck on the South Platte on February 27, around noon. It was across the river from the aquarium, with a group of Gadwalls and Mallards. DOUGLAS COUNTY: -- Stachowiak reports seeing the BRANT, on February 15, at the southeast corner of Redstone Park located in Highlands Ranch. Access the parking lot located on the west side of S Foothills Canyon Blvd approximately 2/10's of a mile south of W Town Center Drive. Look straight ahead as you enter the parking lot or to the left towards the houses on the edge of the park. I have located the bird in this area in the past as well. The Brant was seen by Kellner on February 23, at the playground pond at Redstone Park. --On February 22, Kellner reports up to 20 male, and female Rusty Blackbirds see at Chatfield Reservoir State Park. The birds were singing in a cottonwood tree along Plum Creek between the Plum Creek picnic area parking lot and the reservoir. The birds were present for about 20 minutes singing up a storm and then flew towards the reservoir and out of sight. EL PASO COUNTY: --On February 16, Percival reports seeing a Swamp Sparrow at Fountain Creek Regional Park. HUERFANO COUNTY: --A VARIED THRUSH has been visiting a private yard in La Veta. The owners welcome visitors but the bird is best seen from inside the home. If you would like to try to see the bird please contact Polly Neldner at pollywren AT gmail.com and she will help you make arrangements to see the bird. On February 14, Nelder reports the VARIED THRUSH continues in La Veta. JEFFERSON COUNTY: --On February 18, Hackos reports seeing a Barrow's Goldeneye at Chatfield Reservoir over the weekend. It was in the open water near
[cobirds] Bushnell Binocs on Amazon
Hello all; Amazon has Busnell Legend 10x42 binoculars on a one-day sale today: http://www.amazon.com/gp/goldbox/ref=pe_36900_113020850_dotd_h_learn Both of my kids are birders, so I am always looking for deals on binoculars. I thought someone in this group might like this deal also. Good birding, Tracy Pheneger Longmont, 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 to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CANgP8sbHe40-%2BHK53HMmgrxH%2B5ZF96KZUnVR4PhgdjJymfyEGA%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Barrow's Goldeneye Continues at Chatfield SP, Jefferson Co.
The previously reported drake Barrow's Goldeneye continues next to the NW boat launch at Chatfield Reservoir. Doug Kibbe Littleton -- 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 to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/BLU174-W24BA9D6BD69195F1C2F3BBB6820%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Eastern Screech Owl/Fort Collins
Three times a charm--finally got to see the cooperative bird. In Spring Canyon Park in Fort Collins. Photos: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/photo Video: *http://coloradobirder.ning.com/video/eastern-screech-owl* Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com/ Mobile: http://coloradobirder.ning.com/m -- 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 to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/00b7395c-2838-4314-91a1-b06d1bb222ca%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Green Valley Ranch Rec Pond - Denver
The Greater White-fronted Goose is still swimming happily amid the white-cheeked geese. Nothing else out of the ordinary. There were a pair of Bald Eagles dancing together above the pond, but they were too high up and moving away, so I lost them. John Breitsch Denver, Colorado http://www.flickr.com/photos/breitschbirding/ -- 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 to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/1b90195b-3bb5-4b0e-91da-055c334bd0b4%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Boulder Rusty Backbirds
I'm currently looking at three Rusty Blackbirds at Walden ponds in a marshy area north of a trail at the most southwest lake in sawhill ponds. The pond has osprey platforms. Also in the area dipper, cinnamon teal, and a nice comparison of eastern and montane white-breasted nuthatch. A great day so far. Note the RUBL are currently invisible in some reeds. Nick Moore Boulder 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...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5C2639C0-C3ED-4EBB-8C91-9D61A7A2D788%40gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] March 1, DFO 88th and the Platte Trip Cancellation.
Due to the freezing drizzle forecast for our 88th and the Platte birding trip, Cheryl Teuton and I thought it wise as a precautionary measure to cancel the trip. Good Birding to all. Dan Brooke -- 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 to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/001201cf34d5%248fac35e0%24af04a1a0%24%40earthlink.net. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Aiken Audubon Bluebird Field Trip Cancelled, El Paso County
All, Due to weather and an almost total absence of birds on our scouting trip, we are regretfully cancelling the Aiken Audubon Bluebird Field Trip scheduled for this Sunday, March 2nd. We will try to schedule another spring trip to Turkey Creek Ranch. If you have any questions, please let me know. Mel Goff Colorado Springs -- 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 to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/2135212764.2538235.1393639455728.JavaMail.root%40comcast.net. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Boulder Bird Club Trip for 3/1--Still on!
The Boulder Bird Club trip for Saturday, March 1st is still on (as of now). We meet at 8:00 a.m. at the Boulder County Justice Center Parking lot at 6th and Canyon in Boulder (SE corner). If conditions are not conducive to venturing up to Ward and Allenspark, we will bird in Boulder and perhaps up to Lyons. If conditions are really bad, I will repost at 7:00 a.m. to let you know that discretion is the better part of valor. Bill Kaempfer Boulder -- 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 to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/F90B1155A81D474890D22EEFFFA7CAE51A4FCBD472%40EXC4.ad.colorado.edu. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Winter Wren, El Paso County
The Winter Wren is still at Fountain Creek, where it has been seen before (across from Mile Marker 18 and the concrete gazebo), west of the path. Good birding, Cecile Lee Elbert, 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 to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/SNT145-DS49E3F3D67A66E7B20B6D25A28D0%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
