[cobirds] Northern Shrike
On 11/23 in Del Norte, we have a Northern Shrike perched atop a tall spruce tree that was attracting White-Winged Crossbills about 10 days ago. Virginia Simmons. Rio Grande County -- 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/CAMd8%3DjD_vNK6ELo2ZfjVxvsv%2BKWA8f3xT6tS81-BFfHWtzNWog%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] White-winged Crossbills
A small flock of White-winged Crossbills was seen in town of Del Norte on Nov. 9, in tops of two tall spruce trees. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte, Rio Grande 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 group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/CAMd8%3DjDyJPPpn8oE5U9YVGhfrd2mS%3DnhoiZd1iUd4ag6a-6WUg%40mail.gmail.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Tribute to Ron Ryder
Ron Ryder was so knowledgeable and always a gentleman who helped me ENJOY birding. As an amateur birder with many questions , I could count on him to give me clear, reliable “yes” or “no” answers. Virginia Simmons. Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS137BBD921905453FF9456294180%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Mute Swans attacking
For a change of pace, read the news about a Mute Swan that is attacking and destroying model boats in England, where model boat clubs take their expensive hobby as seriously as model train clubs take theirs in this country. I’m not sure whether this swan is owned by QE2, , as some are, but they are a protected species. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS202C871929D9CFF5BBEB3B94090%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Digest for cobirds@googlegroups.com - 13 updates in 9 topics
Very nice images from the San Luis Valley! Thank you, and Happy Easter. Virginia Simmons From: cobirds@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, March 26, 2016 2:40 AM To: Digest recipients Subject: [cobirds] Digest for cobirds@googlegroups.com - 13 updates in 9 topics cobirds@googlegroups.com Google Groups Topic digest View all topics a.. Possible Boat-tailed Grackle - female, Aurora, Arapahoe County - 1 Update b.. Monte Vista pics, southern Colorado - 4 Updates c.. Dinosaur Ridge (25 Mar 2016) 15 Raptors - 1 Update d.. DFO Monday March 28 - 1 Update e.. Great-tailed Grackles (Weld Co) - 1 Update f.. Arapahoe Cty Varied Thrush - 2 Updates g.. Crom Lake [Pierce, Weld] - 1 Update h.. Eurasian Wigeon continues at Pastorious - 1 Update i.. Colorado Rare Bird Alert, 25 March 2016 - 1 Update Possible Boat-tailed Grackle - female, Aurora, Arapahoe County Connie Kogler : Mar 23 06:09PM -0600 Funny Glenn! Well consensus seems to be Great-tailed. Still a new yard bird. It just looked weird to me.. Thanks! Connie Kogler AslansOwn.com Back to top Monte Vista pics, southern Colorado Tom Wilberding : Mar 25 03:16PM -0700 Hello birders, Here is a slideshow with music, of Monte Vista birds last week. http://goo.gl/pOlqjG (I inserted a 20 second video amid the photos.) Good birding and happy Easter! Tom Wilberding Littleton, CO Wayne Wathen : Mar 25 04:56PM -0600 Very nice Tom. Thanks for sharing. Wayne WathenHighlands Ranch, CO Date: Fri, 25 Mar 2016 15:16:39 -0700 From: twilberd...@comcast.net To: cobirds@googlegroups.com Subject: [cobirds] Monte Vista pics, southern Colorado Hello birders, Here is a slideshow with music, of Monte Vista birds last week. http://goo.gl/pOlqjG (I inserted a 20 second video amid the photos.) Good birding and happy Easter! Tom Wilberding Littleton, 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/13c46da0-34de-4592-8e33-60b994bcd5f6%40googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. Linda Paulsen : Mar 25 09:53PM -0600 Lovely as usual! Linda Paulsen Lamar CO Larry : Mar 25 09:54PM -0600 Yes, I wish I’d been there—again. Near Tom and his camera. Larry Modesitt Greenwood Village Back to top Dinosaur Ridge (25 Mar 2016) 15 Raptors repo...@hawkcount.org: Mar 25 06:17PM -0800 Dinosaur Ridge Colorado, USA Daily Raptor Counts: Mar 25, 2016 --- Species Day's Count Month Total Season Total -- --- -- -- Black Vulture 0 0 0 Turkey Vulture 2 4 4 Osprey 0 0 0 Bald Eagle 1 9 9 Northern Harrier 0 2 2 Sharp-shinned Hawk 0 4 4 Cooper's Hawk 0 2 2 Northern Goshawk 0 0 0 Red-shouldered Hawk 0 0 0 Broad-winged Hawk 0 0 0 Red-tailed Hawk 10 150 150 Rough-legged Hawk 0 0 0 Swainson's Hawk 0 0 0 Ferruginous Hawk 0 2 2 Golden Eagle 0 1 1 American Kestrel 1 10 10 Merlin 0 0 0 Peregrine Falcon 0 1 1 Prairie Falcon 0 3 3 Mississippi Kite 0 0 0 Unknown Accipiter 0 3 3 Unknown Buteo 1 11 11 Unknown Falcon 0 4 4 Unknown Eagle 0 0 0 Unknown Raptor 0 2 2 Total: 15 208 208 -- Observation start time: 09:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 5 hours Official Counter: Dave Hill Observers: Debbie James Visitors: Only ONE hiker ventured along the path below the HawkWatch site, today. Weather: Temperature: 45-48 deg. F.; Wind: Variable in direction from NW, NE and E from 1-16 mph; Sky: Began at 40% clouds ending at 100% clouds as a snowstorm moved upon the HawkWatch site Raptor Observations: Turkey Vulture 2 Both were migrants Bald Eagle 1 White Belly - Migrant Red-tailed Hawk 16 10 migrants, 6 local bids Buteo sp. 1 Migrant American Kestrel 2 1 migrant (male) Non-raptor Observations: Northern Flic
[cobirds] Monte Vista NWR
This morning, March 5, besides Sandhill Cranes at full tilt, the refuge had about two dozen separate species of ducks and geese, including Snow Goose – all being our expected species, nothing rare. Isolated early birds included one each of snipe (seen on south side of auto tour route), meadowlark, bluebird, and killdeer. The Crane Festival is next weekend (March 11-13) so come on down. Virginia Simmons -- 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/BAY177-DS16AB60122594A8875327B294BF0%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Question about gull
Opinions are being requested about a gull I saw in January in the San Luis Valley. This gull showed up in a farmyard, about 4 miles south of the Monte Vista Wildlife Refuge. I watched it closely for several minutes with and without bino until I finally left, as it strolled around, pecking at whatever it might. Ground had patches of snow and clear, dry areas. All physical features – size, bill, eye, feet, tail - were like a Bonaparte’s Gull EXCEPT that it had no dark patch on cheek. No one else observed this bird, not even the resident birders on the farm who were away. It had never been reported in winter in the San Luis Valley in the past, not even by the 2 Bobs or Rawinski. Any good suggestions??? Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS12BD741A5895F66D1708AD94B80%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Rosy-Finches and gull???
Hundreds of Brown-crested and Black Rosy-Finches are visiting a farm south of Monte Vista NWR in Rio Grande County. I also spotted Gray-crowned in the crowd. Of interest on Jan. 24 ground at the same farm was a gull, tentatively being identified as a Bonaparte’s Gull, which would be highly unusual in this season. There may be more info coming later from better authorities about this gull. Also saw Northern Goshawk over farmland south of the refuge and a Sharpie on wire. The first cranes of the season should be showing up in the San Luis Valley in about a week if true to usual schedule. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS153143329A482633E59CCA94C70%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [cobirds] Digest for cobirds@googlegroups.com - 9 updates in 6 topics
Has any effort been made to plant replacements of trees with other species, prior to removal of Russian Olives at Two Buttes (or elsewhere where birds use them)? Virginia Simmons, Del Norte From: cobirds@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday, December 04, 2015 1:36 AM To: Digest recipients Subject: [cobirds] Digest for cobirds@googlegroups.com - 9 updates in 6 topics cobirds@googlegroups.com Google Groups Topic digest View all topics a.. Grant application to remove most of the Russian Olive trees in the Black Hole at Two Buttes in Baca County - 2 Updates b.. Previous winter time White-throated Swifts in Colorado - 3 Updates c.. Dunlins/Glaucous Gull--Larimer and Weld counties - 1 Update d.. Pueblo birds 12/3 (White-throated Swifts continue) - 1 Update e.. Black Phoebe - Mesa County - 1 Update f.. Colorado Rare Bird Alert, 3 December 2015 - 1 Update Grant application to remove most of the Russian Olive trees in the Black Hole at Two Buttes in Baca County "SeEttaM ." : Dec 03 10:59PM -0700 I am asking for feedback about a grant application to remove most of the Russian Olive trees and all of the more sparse Tamarisk in the wildlife area east of the Two Buttes Dam in Baca County including the Black Hole area that is much coveted by birders. I am in a position as a member of the executive committee of the Arkansas Basin Roundtable (we do water planning for the Arkansas Basin) to give feedback about this grant proposal and any potential deleterious impacts it may have on birds and other native species. I expect that the timing of the vegetation removal is critical so please provide what time period you believe should be off-limits and why and especially any documentation to back up the need to not allow vegetation disturbance. I am copying the grant proposal below. I need the feedback by Sunday night so I have time to prepare for a meeting in which this will be discussed next Wednesday. Thanks in advance. SeEtta Moss Canon City http://BirdsAndNature.blogspot.com <<"Estimated Completion Date: June 30, 2018 Brief description of project: The Two Buttes Dam and Wildlife Area is listed on the State Register of Historic Places. It is Colorado Parks & Wildlife property, with the Two Buttes Wildlife Area extending between cliffs below the dam. Russian olive has taken over the understory of the wildlife area below the dam. For this project and timeline, the goal of this project is to suppress the infestation of Russian olive to 10% - 20% of the understory from the current estimate of 30% to 40% of the existing understory with some dense pockets. Some tamarisk is present, which we will eradicate. A bare-dirt area above the Black Hole is eroding into the Black Hole. Colorado Parks & Wildlife is currently using this area as part of a canal restoration project. They intend to grade this area when they are done. Native shrubs, and grasses will need to be planted near the top of the cliffs to prevent further erosion into the Black Hole. Management Goals This project seeks to improve water quality and quantity, improve wildlife habitat, and enhance recreational opportunity in the Two Buttes Reservoir and Wildlife Area through: (1) The eradication of tamarisk and suppression Russian olive from the 30 acres of wildlife area east of the Two Buttes Dam; (2) The introduction of different native species to the riparian ecosystem; (3) The suppression of erosion into the Black Hole; (4) The eradication of other List B and List C noxious weed species west of Two Buttes Dam. Management Objectives Suppress Russian olive understory from the current estimated 30% - 40% to 10% - 20% of understory area by June 2018. Eradicate tamarisk from wildlife area downstream from the dam to private land by June 2017. Reintroduce native willow cover in and around the Black Hole to help prevent tamarisk reestablishment by June 2018. Plant grass, and native shrubs above the west cliffs to suppress erosion into the Black Hole. These erosion controls are to be completed by June 2018. Eradicate common mullein and other List B and List C weeds as agreed upon by CPW around Two Buttes Reservoir. Integrated Pest Management Biological Planting grass and native shrubs above the west cliffs will help prevent invasive weed seeds from washing down into the Black Hole. Planting willows where tamarisk currently resides will prevent the high-light environment which allowed tamarisk to establish itself. Mechanical A tractor with “jaws” will pull out small- to medium-sized Russian olive trees and mature tamari
[cobirds] pipit v. Horned Lark
In 2014 in open grassland near the floor of the San Luis Valley, below the San Juan Mtns., I mis-identified a “Sprague’s Pipit.” An experienced birder pointed out to me that American Pipits were just starting down from high country at about that time, and I wisely yielded. Virginia Simmons -- 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/BAY177-DS259B0D0A8A7CB494D4948C0%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Brown Thrasher, Rio Grande County
Brown Thrasher with conspicuous rufous tail and back flew across road about half way between Del Norte Cemetery and south edge of Del Norte town on San Francisco Creek Road, 6/12 in late morning, weedy vegetation. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS1114D28B82BFEB5B06916D94BB0%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Hepatic Tanager, Rio Grande County
Male Hepatic Tanager was feeding for a few minutes this morning (6/4) at a nectar feeder on my deck. This feeder is stationary, mounted on a post, unlike my other hummingbird feeders. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS1922C75833BB7A0EE3458894B30%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Excuse me!
Please make that a Belted Kingfisher. Virginia -- 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/BAY177-DS14A2E8DA94D974E5A7B2DF94CD0%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Plumbeous Vireo, Rio Grande County
Plumbeous Vireo was picking insects from branches in elm tree today (5/24) at my place. Other sightings not far away were Dusky Flycatcher along RG 15 Rd., and Am. White Pelican and Bridled Kingfisher on RG 18 Rd. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS404F0D686847E6D5FFE1794CD0%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] imm. Western Tanager, Rio Grande County
Imm. male Western Tanager visited my place at Del Norte this afternoon (May 15) but couldn’t figure out how to get seed with so many finches and siskins around. Also had either more B-t Warblers or several repeat repeats of the first one. Virginia Simmons -- 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/BAY177-DS3E0386EE2FF423D31DE0794C60%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Black-and-white Warbler, Rio Grande County
B&W Warbler at Home Lake near Monte Vista on May 11. Had first hummingbird (Broadtailed female) this year at my feeder in Del Norte today, May 15, Virginia Simmons -- 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/BAY177-DS19B5E48868C41FFCC140A594C70%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] melanistic doves? Rio Grande County
2 black doves were flying around my house in Del Norte yesterday. More information about these and the ones in Pueblo County will be appreciated. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS1030CF2C81CB942E03C09694E10%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Brant, Rio Grande County
On April 2 with high-powered scope the Brant was seen south of the Monte Vista NWR, west side of Hwy 15; also 4 Snow Geese. No White-fronted Geese were seen and fewer Sandhill Cranes, perhaps because strong winds have kicked up. Merlin was across the road from MVNWR office. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS354992C34D02A7C21EBF494F10%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Willets, Rio Grande County
2 Willets on March 14 flew up, on west side of Colorado 15 south of the Monte Vista NWR office. Sandhill Cranes are putting on a great show on a sunny day in the San Luis Valley. Also enjoyed Jason Beason’s Black Swift presentation at the Crane Festival. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS30EC20379EF0A3E41B62594040%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Lark Sparrows, Rio Grande County
After enjoying Monte Vista NWR’s Sandhill Cranes today (300-400), I saw a very early flock of Lark Sparrows that are pushing the envelope this early, west of Colo. 15 on farm road RG 2.9 that goes to Rock Creek. Gorgeous warm day.Watch out for one mud hole on that road. Much later in the spring of 2014, we had an extraordinary number of Lark Sparrows in Rio Grande County. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/BAY177-DS214817CF8E5403A244BAED94270%40phx.gbl. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Summer Tanager, Rio Grande County
Summer Tanager was seen twice at my home in Del Norte on May 30. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/365899776.164295.1401554080751.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Y-b Chat, Rio Grande County
Today, 5/27, saw Yellow-breasted Chat on tour route of Monte Vista NWR and Eastern Kingbird a few yard east of pullout on RG Rd. 8 S. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1457168675.124666.1401231138040.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, Rio Grande County
Today, 5/23. Scissor-tailed Flycatcher in open dry area on RG County Rd. 15. Lots of Western Wood Pewees and some Dusky Flycatchers NW of Del Norte. White Pelicans still on RG 18. The mad rush of Hermit Thrushes is mostly ended. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1181681745.91781.1400878841819.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Mew Gulls, Rio Grande County
At Home Lake in late morning (5/20) Mew Gulls were mixed with Ring-billed Gulls on water. Also White-rumped Sandpiper, Cassin's Kingbird, and Double-crested Cormorants. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1840459678.55629.1400616938086.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] American Bittern, Alamosa County
Either 2 American Bitterns or one twice, south of Alamosa. In one yard near Monte Vista - Rose-breasted, Black-headed, and Evening Grosbeaks, Bullock's Oriole, and a ton of misc. birds. In Conejos County, Black Terns and a Forster's Tern. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte. -- 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/549249308.21799.1400290007797.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] 2 Black Phoebes, Rio Grande County
Today, 5/13, I saw 2 Black Phoebes on RG Rd. 18, west of Del Norte. Bug-eaters everywhere were having a feast in Del Norte near the river, on RG 17 (Hanna Lane), and RG 18 - especially on RG 17 where there were literally dozens of Hermit Thrushes. Also flycatchers and other bug eaters in good numbers - Western Wood Pewee, Willow, Hammond's, Cordilleran Flycatchers, Ruby-th Kingbird, etc. All of us in Colorado will long remember the Big Fallout of May 2014. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte. -- 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/1756898689.864622.1400026190950.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Correction
The date for the Bay-breasted and Townsend's Warblers at Home Lake should have been 5/12, not 5/11. Virginia Simmons -- 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/907534781.853292.1399948585810.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Bay-breasted & Townsend's Warblers, Rio Grande County
Bay-breasted Warbler (female) and Townsend's Warbler (male) at Home Lake on May 11 during inclement weather. Monte Vista Refuge had Northern Mockingbird, large numbers of White-throated Swifts, and 3 Willets. Y-r Warblers are still numerous in the San Luis Valley. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1470193265.851929.1399940921501.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Peregrine & Red-br Merganse, Rio Grande County
5/8/14 in eastern Rio Grande County. a Peregrine Falcon near RG road 3E. Red-breasted Merganser at Home Lake. Plus 2 Purple Martins, Osprey, 2 Spotted Sandpipers. Lazuli Bunting at feeder nearby. Common Nighthawk west of Monte Vista. San Luis Valley is alive with birds and yummy bugs. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1383665860.814937.1399589501435.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Rio Grande County
5/6/14 at Del Norte Cemetery: Spotted Towhee Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher Black-and-white Warbler Yellow-rumped Warblers numerous for past week Plus a few common species. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/344058825.774930.139932215.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] SLV birds
Many species to see in western San Luis Valley area in past couple of days: Gray Flycatcher and Pine Grosbeak (female) northwest of South Fork and flock of Cedar Waxwings adjacent to golf course. Lark Sparrow (also Chipping and Vesper) and large flock of Yellow-rumped Warblers at Del Norte Cemetery. Large number of Turkey Vultures over town and Cliff Swallows within town of DN one windy day.Another large flock of Yellow-rumped Warblers west of town. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/919507250.736759.1398975973802.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] warbler and willets, Saguache County
Today (4/15) an Orange-crowned Warbler was in large tree at SWA pulloff on U.S. 285 (south of Saguache town) when I drove up to see the Great Egrets that others have reported.. I have seen Or-cr Warblers in past years in the large trees at this pulloff. From there a few miles southwest through chico, I found 2 Willets on roof of small abandoned about 100 feet from Rio Grande Canal, in area between County Roads M and L (I think, but am not positive about location). Willets are uncommon in San Luis Valley, but not rare. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/697188464.568725.1397602728018.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Weekend in San Luis Valley
Birds to see in SLV this weekend: Blue-winged Teal on north side of Alamosa NWR; Am. Tree Sparrow at Alamosa Ranch (near golf course), also Am White Pelican cruising around lake; tons of Yellow-th Blackbirds at Alam & MV NWRs and at Home Lake; tons of Ruddy Ducks at Home Lake; a few Greater and Lesser Yellowlegs at Home Lake; lots of Ring-necked Ducks at MV NWR. Etc., etc. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/553879257.539685.1397399878681.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Hermit Thrush, Rio Grande County
Today, March 21, I saw a Hermit Thrush in Beaver Creek area, about 5 miles south of South Fork at el. 9,000', conifers and open meadow area. Spring really is here! Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1519988289.299816.1395442009733.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Upland Sandpipers, Rio Grande County
Pair of Upland Sandpipers today (3/13) on rail fence at Monte Vista NWR, west side of Hwy. 15. No, these were not Yellowlegs. Also, Canvasbacks on tour route and Gre at Blue Heron overhead, plus misc. geese, waterfowl, and cranes at refuge. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/308256914.211063.1394748154414.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Common Redpoll, Rio Grande County
This afternoon (3/9) a Common Redpoll (adult male) was hanging around with a mi xed flock of mostly House Sparrows and a few House Finches, behind the Homelake Cemetery at Monte Vista . It perched in upper branches of a Lombardy Poplar tree. This was a rare species for us in the San Luis Valley. Also saw my first American Avocet of the season on Home Lake today. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1016776273.162290.1394408096244.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[cobirds] Sandhill Cranes
Sandhill Cranes are arriving in the San Luis Valley, although there still is quite a bit of snow on open fields, but we are enjoying a tropical heat wave at last. My first sighting was a small flock of cranes on the wing SW of Alamosa on 2/12. Today water is being put into ponds at Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge, and quite a few cranes are reported (500+) there. Monte Vista Crane Festival is March 7-10, so come on down. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1902243928.1786059.1392330217930.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Tundra Swan, San Luis Valley
Rio Grande County. Local birders are still reporting Tundra Swan at Rio Grande bridge on 3W Road, northwest of Monte Vista. With more open water in river now, there also are Common Golden-eyes. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1748085735.1575373.1390834727632.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Short-eared owl
Short-eared owl was seen on 1/21 in scruffy backyard on west edge of Del Norte. Virginia Simmons, Rio Grande County -- 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/1998886583.1535037.1390498970871.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] tundra swan, San Luis Valley
Jan. 11, I saw a tundra swan from bridge across Rio Grande, NW of Monte Vista on 3 West Road. Most of river is frozen over, but swan was standing on dry ground next to water, easily seen from bridge. Virginia Simmons, Rio Grande County -- 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/59480638.1400870.1389483714166.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Hoping this the way to post sightings
Harris's Sparrow, Cedar Waxwing, and Northern Shrike, in the past few days in brushy area at Del Norte on First Street near town park. Also Bald and Golden Eagles in ranch area miles west of town. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/136619061.1318875.1388933074695.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Bluejay, Rio Grande County
A bluejay was in my yard in Del Norte this morning. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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/1265205704.942182.1370020830046.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] e-mail change of address
Please change me e-mail address to receive reports, effective immediately. Old e-mail address: vsimmon...@q.com. New e-mail address: simmons19...@hotmail.com. Thank you. Virginia Simmons -- 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/198866013.918266.1369874346418.JavaMail.root%40md21.quartz.synacor.com?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Home Lake, Rio Grande County
Yesterday (April 12) Home Lake had an influx of about 3 dozen Cinnamon Teal. Also the lake had about 2 dozen American Avocets, 2 dozen Common Mergansers, a dozen Lesser Scaups and 2 Lesser Yellowlegs. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] SLV American Bittern and White Pelican
In Rio Grande County, March 25 - American Bittern was on east side of MVNWR auto tour road tour road toward SE end in wet shallow area about 4 p.m. today. Normal waterfowl slowly increasing. Raptors increasing and had an influx of Mtn. Bluebirds today. In Alamosa Country, March 25 - American White Bittern at lake across from golf course about 1 p.m. today. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Harris's Sparrow/Rio Grande County
On Feb. 21, a Harris's Sparrow was in the turnoff at MVNWR on Rio Grande Country Rd. 8E. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Mineral County, below Wolf Creek Pass
This AM (10/8) the most interesting mountain bird was a dark morph Red-tailed Hawk at Shaw Lake, above Big Meadows Res. I would appreciate someone's telling me, please, relative to the red-tails down in the San Luis Valley. Lakes had only some very common stuff and very little of it. At higher el., a Pine Grosbeak. At lower el., a Cooper's Hawk, Fox Sparrow, plenty of juncos (Slate-colored), Gray Jay, etc.. Just a nice day to enjoy the last patches of aspen color. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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 https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Ash-throated Flycatcher, Rio Grande County
Ash-throated Flycatcher at Del Norte Cemetery yesterday (9/13). This is an uncommon but not rare species in the San Luis Valley. My own records show 1 previous sighting in Rio Grande County, 2 in Conejos County, 1 in Costilla County, and 1 in Saguache County, but none in Alamosa or Mineral Counties. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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 https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] San Luis Valley
A Brown Thrasher was reported last week south of Alamosa .. Last summer a Phainopepla was seen at a feeder south of Alamosa. Last week's Ruddy Turnstone makes two - the other being the one I reported to CoBirds at Home Lake last spring. Alas, the bashful birders of the San Luis Valley do not always report unusual sightings to CoBirds. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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 https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Short-eared Owl, Rio Grande County
This AM (July 28) there was a Short-eared Owl in the weedy area on west side of Colorado 15, between the two MVNWR pullouts. Not rare, but infrequently seen. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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 https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Lesser Goldfinch, Rio Grande County
A Lesser Goldfinch, black-backed variety, flitted through my yard in Del Norte,briefly today. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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 https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[cobirds] Scarlet Tanager, Alamosa County
5/23 list - Alamosa NWR.What was a Scarlet Tanager doing there Flying over grassland in straight direction, N-S, steady deliberate wingbeat, no flitting or swooping, c. 25' feet over ground, red head and body, black wing. Mallard Cinnamon Teal Swainson's Hawk Western Grebe Am. Coot WILSON'S SNIPE Black-billed Magpie Common Raven Violet-green Swallow Marsh Wren Western Bluebird Am. Robin Sage Thrasher SCARLET TANAGER Brewer's Sparrow Song Sparrow Red-winged Blackbird Yellow-headed Blackbird Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Willet Costilla County
5/23 List from Smith Lake and area:: Western Grebes Snow Geese - 2 Canada Geese Black-crowned Night Heron -1 below bridge Mallard Common Goldeneye - 2 Cooper's Hawk Virginia Rail - 2 @ sewage lagoon Am. Coot WILLET - 1 below bridge Lesser Yellowlegs- 1 Ring-billed Gulls Forster's Tern Hummingbird - zip - not id-ed ACORN WOODPECKER NOT FOUND Black-billed Magpie Common Raven PURPLE MARTIN- 2 Violet-green Swallow Am. Robin Warblers - 0 TANAGER NOT FOUND Yellow-headed Blackbird Red-winged Blackbird Town of Blanca - normal yard birds -- 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.
[cobirds] Home Lake,Franklin's Gulls
On Monday, there were about 100 or more Franklin Gulls at Home Lake, some on the water but more in the air, pursuing a hatch of insects (too tiny to see). No shorebirds or wading birds. Western Grebes in greatly reduced numbers. 3 Common Mergansers in adjacent canal. Plenty of Am. Coots, of course. No Bald Eagle nearby. What a difference a day makes! Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] 2/28 Misc. Monte Vista NWR
At the MVNWR, misc. species in relatively light numbers - e.g., 8 Avocets and 5 Phalaropes, 2 Marsh Wrens, a Great-tailed Grackle, etc. I failed to mention 4 Franklin's Gulls a Home Lake this morning.. A half dozen Turkey Vultures were scattered widely over the Monte Vista area. Virginia Simmons Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Red Knot
Home Lake - east of Monte Vista - on April 28: 1 Snowy Egret 1 Red Knot in adult nonbreeding plumage 16 Long-billed Dowitchers 1 Clark's Grebe, plus numerous Western Grebe 1 Bald Eagle still on west side of county road Etc.as expected -- 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.
[cobirds] Turkey Vulture, SLV
First Turkey Vulture that I have seen this season, east of Del Norte, noon, 4/10. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Nonbirding question
When birdwatching in rural areas in Colorado in Colorado, have you observed a decline in numbers of Jackrabbits in the past 15-20 years? If so, do you have any explanation, anecdotal or scientific, such as predators, disease, climate, human activity, habitat change? Thank you. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Home Lake, Monte Vista
After the NWR this morning (3/23), I went around Home Lake, east of Monte Vista. Best bird was Greater Yellowlegs. Here is my list from Home Lake, which finally is100% free of ice: Canada Goose Gadwall Mallard Northern Shoveler Green-winged Teal Lesser Scaup Common Merganser Ruddy Duck Pied-billed Grebe Bald Eagle - west side of highway American Coot Killdeer Greater Yellowlegs - 1 - first of the season Ring-billed Gull Black-billed Magpie Common Raven American Robin House Sparrow - ho hum Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] MVNWR, Snow Goose
This morning (3/23) at the Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge there was 1 Snow Goose at SW corner of the refuge, far back to the west in a large group of Canada Geese. What follows is my complete list this AM at MVNWR: Snow Goose - 1 Cackling Goose - a few Canada Goose Gadwall Mallard Northern Shoveler Northern Pintail Green-winged Teal Redhead Ring-necked Duck Great Scaup Bufflehead Ruddy Duck Pied-billed Grebe American Coot Sandhill Crane - 1,000+??? at SW corner, and many aloft Black-billed Magpie Common Raven Common Crow MARSH WREN - my first of the season Red-winged Blackbird. -- 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.
[cobirds] Franklin's Gulls,, Rio Grande County
On 2/25, there were about 15 Franklin's Gulls at the frozen-over river at bridge on Rd 4N. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Monte Vista Crane Festival
The Monte Vista Crane Festival is March 9-12. For info and registrations:see cranefest.com or phone 719-852-3552. I saw 12 Sandhill Cranes last week, NE of MV Refuge. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Ferruginous Haw, Rio Grande County
A Ferruginous Hawk was on a utility pole beside US 160, about 5 miles east of Del Norte, late afternoon today (Jan. 28). Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Horned Grebe, Monte Vista
Today, Nov. 17, there was a Horned Grebe at Home Lake. We seldom see them in the San Luis Valley. Other grebe tidbits: there was one Pied-billed Grebe, but Eared, Western, and Clark's have departed. Otherwise at Home Lake: Am. Wigeons, No. Shovelers, Lesser Scaups, Buffleheads, Mallards, many Can. Geese, and, of course, Am. Coots. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] bobolink, Conejos County;pine grosbeak, Rio Grande County
Today, 9/29, a Bobolink was flying low with 6 Mountain Bluebirds, on dry grassland on lower Cat Creek in Conejos County - quite a surprise. At about 9,500 el., there was a Pine Grosbeak in Rio Grande County. Several Gray Jays at about 10,000 -10,5000 el. in Conejos County and 4 Clark's Nutcrackers in the short Cak Creek canyon, also in Conejos County. This junket began at Del Norte and went over the top via Summitville and down Alamosa Canyon. Fantastic foliage!! Virginia Simmon, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Evening Grosbeaks, Saguache County
Today, 9/21, in the lower elevation of Carnero Canyon, west of Devils Gate, a flock of approx. 15-20 Evening Grosbeaks was in a weedy meadow, then flew up into evergreen trees where they remained, flitting through the trees. At the entrance to Carnero Canyon, there were 2 Pinyon Jays and another single over in Penitente Canyon in pinyon-juniper habitat, but I suspect there probably were more in the contiguous area. Otherwise, very quiet, with a handful of Mtn. Bluebirds. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Turkey Vultures
The Turkey Vultures that normally roost at the nursing home in Del Norte in large numbers must be getting ready to head south. By mid-afternoon they are congregating in the trees there. Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] Bravo, CoBirds
Many thanks to everyone, especially Glenn, and all others who have shared such informative replies about the Western Gull, and with GREAT PHOTOS besides. I had seen the species in Baja California in winter, where it belonged, but Chatfield Reservoir? Virginia Simmons Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] Western Gull question
With only Sibley and no sighting here, some discussion might be helpful for me and for others, too. E.g., why is the Chatfield bird not a Lesser Black-backed? Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] Rio Grande County
A very quick drive this morning from Del Norte to Home Lake at Monte Vista and through the MVNWR yielded about 50-60 easy species. Most were common, but there were a couple of goodies, which I will name. Between Del Norte and Monte Vista: A jumbo-sized first-year Golden Eagle. Home Lake: 6 Am. White Pelicans at Home Lake, after a large flock there last week. 6 Clark's Grebes, which have been less common than Westerns here recently. About 6 Yellow-rumped Warblers, which seem slow to show up. Monte Vista Refuge: A Wilsons' Snipe, after seeing one just a week ago at Alamosa. Heard but did not see American Bittern. Marsh Wrens are in. Eared Grebes, ditto. Still a large number of Green-winged Teal lingering at Refuge. A Lesser Yellowlegs. Lots of Sage Thrashers. Etc., etc. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Wilsons' Sniipe, Alamosa County
Today on North River Road between Colorado 17 and State Street, at north end of Alamosa Ranch, a Wilson's Snipe performed its erratic flight - the first time I have seen one flying above ground. (You call that flying!!??) It was approx 10-12 feet above ground, zigging, zagging,jerking up and down. Then it flew across the road, south to north, in front of my car and disappeared in the field. Quite a treat. Since I was driving, I didn't hear any sound from it or see it again after it landed. Numerous beautiful Swainson's Hawks can be seen here now. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- 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.
[cobirds] Osprey and pelicans in SLV
Early afternoon today at Home Lake (Monte Vista) an Osprey, in tall tree N of lake, was eviscerating what appeared to have once been an Am. Coot. Later in afternoon, the Osprey was gone but there was a Greater Yellowlegs. At Alamosa at the "Ranch" pond across from golf course, there were 6 Am. White Pelicans. Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] Fw: [wsbn] Horned Grebes, SLV
-- Forwarded Message -- From: "Virginia Simmons" To: cobi...@goolegroups.com, w...@yahoogroups.com Subject: [wsbn] Horned Grebes, SLV Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:03:12 GMT Horned Grebe is in my personal records for Costilla County and Rio Grande County. Birders who are unable to spend much time in the San Luis Valley might enjoy taking a look at John Rawinski's guide, which has reliable info about the SLV. About Mexican Duck, I felt pretty sure that I saw one at the Monte Vista NWR a few years ago - unverified of course. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wsbn/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wsbn/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: wsbn-dig...@yahoogroups.com wsbn-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: wsbn-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ -- 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.
[cobirds] Greater Yellowlegs,, Monte Vista
A pair of Greater Yellowlegs was at Home Lake today (3/25). Also a couple of Common Mergansers, Lesser Scaups, Buffleheads, Ruddy Ducks, and Cinnamon Teals, with larger numbers of Redheads, many American Wigeons, some Canada Geese, and of course lots of Mallards and Coot, the usuals. Am seeing Eurasian Collared-Doves, American Kestrels, etc., here and there. So, spring is springing. Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] Home Lake,, Monte Vista
Had a nice chance to compare relative sizes of Mallards and Cackling Geese today at Home Lake. Lake is ice free and has a modest number of common waterfowl Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] SLV cranes coming in
Yesterday there were about 500 cranes in southwest portion of MV Refuge (near corner of Colorado 15 and RG County Rd. 8S), some being far back to the west, others closer to parking. Other species as expected along CO 15. One Northern Harrier on County Rd. 8S, already yet. Farther east in Alamosa County there was one Prairie Falcon. Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] Northern Goshowk, Rio Grande County
Today, January 19 around 1 PM, a Northern Goshawk (1st year plumage) flew across US 160 just east of Del Norte, flying low, north to south. In a previous year I also saw one a mile or two farther east, also in winter. I am guessing that they hang out in the bosque along the Rio Grande in winter. Virginia Simmons -- 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.
[cobirds] hummingbird
An agitated Broad-tailed Hummingbird was flitting around my building yesterday. Must have missed the train south. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobi...@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.
[cobirds] Vultures
Count of Turkey Vultures at Del Norte - 35 at 7 pm on Saturday, and 38 at am on Sunday. Also a Belted Kingfisher at Home Lake. Virginia Simmons -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobi...@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.
[cobirds] Cranes and vultures, San Luis Valley
On Sunday(9/5), 3 Sandhill Cranes were reported flying near Mosca, CO. On Monday (9/6), I counted 16 Turkey Vultures at roost at 6:30 p.m. at Del Norte. Virginia Simmons -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobi...@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.
[cobirds] Vultures at Del Norte
At 6 pm on Sept. 3, I counted 14 Turkey Vultures in their treetop roost at the nursing home across from Jack's Market. If anyone is keeping migration records for Turkey Vultures, I will continue to report every couple of days, also next spring. RSVP. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobi...@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.
[cobirds] Osprey,,Rio Grande County
Osprey on utility pole along CO HWY 112 on 8/24/10, at about 8:30 AM. Not my first in the San Luis Valley, but first in Rio Grande County. A really elegant one. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobi...@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.
[cobirds] San Luis Valley & correction
Extremely windy for past few days, but have these San Luis Valley sightings to report. Saturday , 5/22 - Prairie Falcon near Sanford; Gray-blue Gnatcatcher and Chestnut-sided at Aspen Glade Campground in Conejos Canyon along with a few common species; Pine Grosbeak on Cumbres Pass Monday, 5/24 - Pair of Cassin's Finches at my feeder in Del Norte Correction - MY MISTAKE - the Black-bellied Plover reported at San Luis Lake on Friday was in breeding plumage, NOT nesting. ADDENDUM - the Red-necked Phalarope reported on South River Road on Saturday AM soon blew away with all the other hundreds of Wilson's Phalaropes down there. Where do they go? Hunkering in tall grass out of the wind? Virginia Simmons -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobi...@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.
[cobirds] Red-necked Phalarope
Sunday AM, Tom McConnell has reported a Red-necked Phalarope on South River Road, Alamosa County, on west side of road a couple hundred yards south of gate at Rio Vega Ranch. Also nesting Black-bellied Plover at head of San Luis Lake on Saturday PM. Virginia Simmons -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email to cobi...@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.
[cobirds] Blue -gray Gnatcatchers,, Del Norte
At noon today (May 10) 2 Blue-gray Gnatcatchers (male & female) were in my yard in Del Norte, picking up spilled seed from the ground. Virginia Simmons -- 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?hl=en?hl=en
[cobirds] Tundra Swan
A Tundra Swan has been reported at Monte Vista NWR. Virginia Simmons -- 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?hl=en?hl=en To unsubscribe, reply using "remove me" as the subject.
[cobirds] Bonaparte's Gulls, Home Lake
April 2, 2010 2 Bonaparte's Gulls along with 60 Ring-billed Gulls, plus 24 Gadwalls at Home Lake on east side of Monte Vista. Open water is mostly in a ring around the edge of the lake. Early this AM there were about 200 Sandhill Cranes in fields along US 160 east of Monte Vista, but were gone in late AM. Virginia Simmons -- 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?hl=en?hl=en To unsubscribe, reply using "remove me" as the subject.
[cobirds] Monte Vista NWR
Here is a mid-afternoon report for today (3/11) at MVNWR, a quiet time of day for viewing. A concentration of cranes was west of Colorado 15, back behind the work buildings. Auto tour route has more open water now with many of the birds hunkering a ways off from road, so a strong scope will help you. Plenty of Canada Geese and 1 Snow Goose with them. Quite a few Northern Pintail, small numbers of Redhead and Ring-billed Duck, a few Cinnamon Teal and American Coots. 1 porcupine in tree along Road 3 E - maybe the same one that was over by Colorado 15 in the past two weeks? Snow showers have melted off quickly, leaving mud instead. Leave your sandals at home. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds". 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?hl=en Visit the CFO Website at: www.cfo-link.org
[cobirds] Turkey Vultures
2 Turkey Vultures soaring near Del Norte today - the 1st of the season. Mobs of cranes at MVNWR, especially at pulloff on County Road 8 South. Virginia Simmons -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds". 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?hl=en Visit the CFO Website at: www.cfo-link.org
[cobirds] Monte Vista area
Home Lake is still snow/ice covered, but the canal on the north side has open water. Today (March 4) there were 50-60 Common Mergansers and a Great Blue Heron in canal, and an imm. Bald Eagle and a Merlin on north side of canal The SWA on the north side is now close (breeding season). County Rd 3 has some raptors - Rough-Legged and Red-tailed and Bald Eagle, but did not see any owls. A big concentration of Sandhill Cranes is west of County Rd. 3, off Rd. 7. Despite warmer weather, there still isn't much open water on the refuge but lots of Can. Geese and Mallards have moved in, but just a couple of No. Shovelers so far. Could not spot any Cackling or Snow Geese. Here and there, a few Robins, Mourning and Eur.-Collared Doves, and plenty of Starlings, of course. Virginia Simmons -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds". 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?hl=en Visit the CFO Website at: www.cfo-link.org
[cobirds] Monte Vista NWR
This morning (2/26) I took a spin around the Monte Vista NWR and found many Sandhill Cranes present, despite the fact that fields in that area and the rest of the San Luis Valley are still covered with snow. My guestimation for cranes at the NWR today was 2,000 or more, plus several hundred on the wing. (Bear in mind that my counting skills are not the greatest.) Not much open water, but Northern Pintails have already found what little there is. Also on NWR were the usual Canada Geese and Mallards, a Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, small herd of elk, and a porcupine. NWR tour road and pull-outs are in excellent shape, as are main roads, but I advise staying on those. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds". 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?hl=en Visit the CFO Website at: www.cfo-link.org
[cobirds] Northern goshawk, Del Norte
Early this afternoon, a Northern Goshawk (1st year, brown, speckled) flew low across U.S. 160, headed toward riparian area about 1 miles east of Del Norte. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds". 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?hl=en Visit the CFO Website at: www.cfo-link.org
[cobirds] Crane Festival
The annual Monte Vista Crane Festival is scheduled for March 12-14. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds". 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?hl=en Visit the CFO Website at: www.cfo-link.org
[cobirds] Northern Pygmy-Owl. Saguache County
Today (1/27) at about 11:15 a.m., a Northern Pygmy-Owl was in crotch of a young cottonwood, on north side of Colo. Hwy 112, a couple of miles east of County Line Rd. (Alamosa/Rio Grande County). It was not there on my return trip at about 1:30 p.m. Also along CO Hwy 112, I saw 3 Bald Eagles just north of Del Norte with 2 remaining on my return trip. Also 1 Cooper's Hawk and 1 Rough-legged Hawk between Center and Hooper. Fields are snowy and cold in the San Luis Valley. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds". 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?hl=en Visit the CFO Website at: www.cfo-link.org
[cobirds] American Bittern
Jenny Nehring, an experienced birder from Monte Vista, has reported an American Bittern at the Rio Grande State Wildlife Area on Dec. 26. This SWA is north of the canal at Home Lake. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- Colorado Field Ornithologists: http://www.cfo-link.org/ Colorado County Birding: http://www.coloradocountybirding.com/ 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.as/group/cobirds?hl=en
[cobirds] Bald Eagle, etc., Home Lake
At Home Lake, east of Monte Vista, a Bald Eagle (my first sighting for this season) made a pass over the hundreds of geese and ducks that were on the water, resulting in nothing but a brief lift off. Unusual numbers of Buffllehead (100-200), Northern Shoveler.,American Wigeon, etc. , and geese. I have been watching for scoters for a few weeks, in hopes of a repeat of White-winged Scoters, as there was a pair a couple of years in succession at Home Lake in November, but no luck so far in 2009. Lots of Sandhill Cranes remain on MVNWR. The auto tour road is now open with its new improvements. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte -- Colorado Field Ornithologists: http://www.cfo-link.org/ Colorado County Birding: http://www.coloradocountybirding.com/ 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.as/group/cobirds?hl=en
[cobirds] Chico Basin feature
Sunday Pueblo Chieftain today has a feature on Chico Basin, including RMBO banding, Nature Conservancy program ,etc. Virginia Simmons --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Colorado Field Ornithologists: http://www.cfo-link.org/ Colorado County Birding: http://www.coloradocountybirding.com/ 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.as/group/cobirds?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[cobirds] Rio Grande County novelties
At Rio Grande SWA (north of Home Lake) this AM (9/16), at least a dozen female Western Tanagers were feasting on insects in a clump of shrubs and trees and even on the dirt lane. In trees on south edge of Home Lake, two Warbling Vireos. On Home Lake, Western Grebes had some surprisingly young offspring with them - not babies, but much too young for migration, it seemed to me. Also at the lake, a Greater Yellowlegs, a few Am. Wigeons, Pied-billed and Eared Grebes, and, of course, Am. Coots. A Double-crested Cormorant overhead. First snow on mtns. last weekend, on west side of San Luis Valley. Have not heard about or seen Sandhill Cranes yet. Don't bother to phone the NWR office for info, as you will only get a recorded answer for staff and info.like last spring's crane festival!! Virginia Simmons, Del Norte --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Colorado Field Ornithologists: http://www.cfo-link.org/ Colorado County Birding: http://www.coloradocountybirding.com/ 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.as/group/cobirds?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[cobirds] Williamson' Sapsucker
Williamson's Sapsuckers are on the move through towns in Rio Grande County from the mountains. About a week ago one was reported in Monte Vista, where the keen observer had never seen one before, and yesterday another was at my place in Del Norte. About a year ago in late summer, I also had one at my place. Virginia Simmons --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Colorado Field Ornithologists: http://www.cfo-link.org/ Colorado County Birding: http://www.coloradocountybirding.com/ 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.as/group/cobirds?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[cobirds] Monte Vista Refuge news
The auto tour route on the Monte Vista NWR is closed for repairs for the remainder of 2009. Ponds along the route have been empty for a few weeks, so viewing waterfowl and shorebirds had ended anyway. Virginia Simmons, Del Norte --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Colorado County Birding: http://www.coloradocountybirding.com/ 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.as/group/cobirds?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
