[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update
Birders, Five parties observed the Costa's Hummingbird in my Las Animas yard today from early morning through 3:30 p.m. This morning, it sat in plain sight in the cold, cloudy, windy weather most of the time, possibly slowing down it's metabolism to stay warm. Around noon, bugs began to appear, and the hummingbird began to hunt them. As it warmed into the low 70s, it disappeared for over and hour, and I thought it may have departed. I can't say I was unhappy at the prospect that the bird might have departed and corrected it's wayward ways. Currently, the bird is roosting within a few feet of the feeders, and I'm quite sure it will be here at dawn. I will update cobirds if the bird returns tomorrow morning. Visitors are welcome. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- 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 * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/99332cd8-ea49-1f49-efda-2b1d70696364%40centurytel.net.
[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update
Birders, The immature male Costa's hummingbird visiting my feeders in Las Animas, Bent County, CO has returned this morning for the eighth consecutive day. Birders are welcome to look for it, although my lawn chairs may not be upright when you arrive. We are currently under a high wind warning due to the passage of a strong cold front. So far, the wind isn't strong enough to tip and empty the feeders, and winds are predicted to ease after 10 a.m. The hummingbird seems oblivious to the swaying branches and perches. Duane Nelson Las Animas, CO -- -- 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 * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/11d8d6e9-96e5-01cf-1efc-bbb0962f0b3f%40centurytel.net.
[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update
Birders, The immature male Costa's Hummingbird in my yard in Las Animas, Bent County CO has been present and easily seen from just before sunrise through at least 6:20 p.m today. I will post tomorrow morning if it returns. Birders are still welcome. Since hummingbirds migrate during the day, I know there will be a first person to miss it. In the event the bird leaves during the day, I will post as soon the bird potentially departs. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County CO -- -- 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 * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/405c88a3-08ea-3800-4ced-661ab73c463d%40centurytel.net.
[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update
Birders, The immature male Costa's Hummingbird in my yard in Las Animas since 9/10 is still present this afternoon. It's behavior today has been different. It has spent a lot of time flycatching high in trees, sometimes being out of sight for longer periods of time. I'm not sure whether this indicates it is stocking up on calories before departing for points unknown. I will update cobirds tomorrow morning if the bird is still here. Birders are still welcome. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- 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 * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/9bad93f9-e89f-6454-652f-6060e0d41829%40centurytel.net.
[cobirds] Costa's Hummingbird in Bent County update
Birders, The immature male Costa's Hummingbird in my yard in Las Animas (Bent County) CO is still present and providing good looks to observers as of 1 p.m. today. Birders are welcome. Duane Nelson Las Animas, Bent County, CO -- -- 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 * All posts should be signed with the poster's full name and city. Include bird species and location in the subject line when appropriate * Join Colorado Field Ornithologists https://cobirds.org/CFO/Membership/ --- 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/4870af5c-cd90-ba55-397a-3c41888eea55%40centurytel.net.
