[cobirds] Barrow's Goldeneye, Echo Lake, Clear Creek Co.

2015-08-08 Thread Scott Somershoe 
On the way to Mt Evans this morning (where I finally got lifer Brown-capped
Rosy-Finch), a hen Barrow's Goldeneye was on Echo Lake with 6 young ones
(one was much larger than the others).  This bird had been previous
reported (so I was on the look out) and they were right next to the road
when we arrived.  Not a nemesis bird, but it was an overdue lifer.  I was
befuddled by the all black bill, which isn't shown in any of my field
guides, but this evening I found it mentioned in a Nat Geo reference book.
Now I'm convinced of the ID, although the head and bill shape were good for
Barrow's.  You learn something new every day.  Two lifers on the day!

I have photos if anyone is interested.

Cheers,
Scott Somershoe
Littleton CO

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[cobirds] Barrow's Goldeneye @ Echo Lake

2012-08-05 Thread Elaine Coley 




On Aug. 2 there were 4 ducklings with the Mama Goldendye at Echo Lake in the morning.  Just posting this for those who've discussed how many ducklings were there.
Elaine Coley, Loveland (and Jim Thompson) were up there with spouses -- what an awesome drive up to the Mt. Evans summit.
 


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