[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow and Yellow-headed Blackbird in Two Harbors
The Eurasian Tree Sparrow that was originally reported by Sharon Lind on Friday and then seen again by Bruce Munson on Saturday is still present as of 8:00 A.M this morning in Two Harbors. Someone has been spreading seed in the first space of a parking lot at the corner of 6th Street and South Avenue and that is where the bird was sited. The YHBB was seen at the same location this morning. I will post a photo of the immature male / female (not sure which but believe it's the former due to the presence of a white wing patch) later today. I plan to stay a bit longer to try to get a photo of the Tree Sparrow as well. There was also a clay-colored sparrow present at the same feeding area. Lon BaumgardtAitkin County Sent from Frontier Yahoo Mail for iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html During the pandemic, the MOU encourages you to stay safe, practice social distancing, and continue to bird responsibly.
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow (Fillmore Co.)
Yesterday Todd Mitchell photographed two Eurasian Tree Sparrows in Fillmore County. To my knowledge, the birds were seen in someone’s yard but it’s adjacent to a public park (location used on eBird), so birders can look there. eBird list below: Eurasian Tree Sparrow (Passer montanus) (2) - Reported Apr 08, 2020 17:48 by Todd Mitchell - Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest, Rushford Village US-MN 43.83078, -91.76884, Fillmore, Minnesota - Map: http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&t=p&z=13&q=43.830781,-91.768835&ll=43.830781,-91.768835 - Checklist: https://ebird.org/checklist/S66840539 - Media: 9 Photos - Comments: "Pics. Life bird for me." Good birding! Alyssa DeRubeis Montreal, QC Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow
(Posted by Chet A. Meyers via moumn.org) Continuing bird still present 2:30 p.m. Saturday January 25th. Chet Meyers Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow, Duluth MN
The Eurasian Tree Sparrow found last week by Jim Lind continues at 311 East First street, Duluth. Viewable from alley behind address. Also the bird has been seen just east a few houses at a small garden park area at 4th ave east and 1st st. Reported today by Ben Yokel . Best Don Kienholz Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow in Duluth
Found mid-day yesterday by Jim Lind in the garden area of the Essentia clinic at the SE corner of 4th Ave East & 1st Street; it was then relocated later in the day in the alley between 3rd & 4th Avenues E and between 1st & 2nd Streets. I then saw it this morning, May 9, between 9:30 and 10:00 at both sites. It didn’t seem to be associating with any other sparrows although there were both White-throateds and House Sparrows nearby. Kim R Eckert http://www.mbwbirds.com Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow in Two Harbors, Lake County
This afternoon I found a Eurasian Tree Sparrow in downtown Two Harbors. I originally saw it at about 3 pm with a flock of House Sparrows at 2nd Avenue and Waterfront Drive, in the cedar hedgerow next to the parking lot of the NAPA auto parts store. I relocated it about 45 minutes later in the backyard of 512 4th Ave, but it then flew back south towards 2nd Ave. Bruce Munson and Alex Lamoreaux relocated it at last light at about 4:30 pm in the tall cedars in front of the post office at 1st Avenue and Waterfront Drive. Another spot that might be worth checking is the ground feeder at Waterfront Drive and South Avenue, between the Do North Pizzaria and black locomotive train. House Sparrows often feed there and roost in the blue spruces around the parking lot. Jim Lind Two Harbors Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow - Polk County
I currently have a Eurasian Tree Sparrow in my backyard in East Grand Forks, Polk County. Sandy Aubol Polk County
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow---Dakota County RETURNS
(Posted by Andrew D. Smith via moumn.org) Received an email from the homeowner and host of the Eurasian Tree Sparrow, that the bird returned yesterday morning after being absent for several days. There are other people feeding birds in the area, and it may simply be moving around more. Location remains the same at the corner of 197th St. E and Orr Ave. in Ravenna Township, southeast of Hastings. Drew Smith Eagan, Dakota County Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow--- Dakota County UPDATE
(Posted by Andrew D. Smith via moumn.org) I received an email from the homeowner today stating that they have NOT seen the Eurasian Tree Sparrow in the last couple days. They will continue to watch to see if the bird returns, and will notify me if it does. I will of course post to the group if the bird returns. They were very pleased to host this bird and very happy that there were so many visitors that were able to see it. Drew Smith Eagan, Dakota County Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow
The Eurasian Tree Sparrow is still hanging out at the house south of Hastings. Still with a large flock of House Sparrows and still preferring the blue feeder. No birds when we first arrived but they showed up in a big flock at about 10:30 Thanks for notes encouraging another look and thanks for the original post.. -rick Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow, Dakota County
The Eurasian Tree Sparrow continues to be seen near the intersection of Orr Ave and 197th street (15620 197th Street East, Hastings). Viewed from the street this morning with 2 other birders. Strongly favored the blue feeder as reported previously. - Justin Watts, Hennepin County Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
Re: [mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow - Dakota County
Hey all- This bird was present between about 1:30 and 2:00 this afternoon, but as others have mentioned is definitely not present continuously. Jesse Ellis Saint Paul, MN On Thu, Jan 1, 2015 at 10:43 AM, Pete Makousky wrote: > Eurasian Tree Sparrow still present in Dakota County this morning at > 9:10am. > > Many thanks to Andrew Smith for first spotting the bird and also to the > CBC; > partially to credit for this find. > > I would also like to thank the many other MOU birders who posted excellent > information. > > And also appreciate the kindness of the owner and neighbors for allowing > the > invasion of more vehicles than usual. > > Location easy to find. Bird is favoring the blue tube feeder so positioning > on that view is your best bet. > > When the bird showed up this morning I was right next to Bob Janssen. It > was > a joy to meet him (Bob was another lifer for me). > > > > Pete Makousky > > Anoka, MN > > > > Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net > Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html > -- Jesse Ellis, Ph. D. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow - Dakota County
Eurasian Tree Sparrow still present in Dakota County this morning at 9:10am. Many thanks to Andrew Smith for first spotting the bird and also to the CBC; partially to credit for this find. I would also like to thank the many other MOU birders who posted excellent information. And also appreciate the kindness of the owner and neighbors for allowing the invasion of more vehicles than usual. Location easy to find. Bird is favoring the blue tube feeder so positioning on that view is your best bet. When the bird showed up this morning I was right next to Bob Janssen. It was a joy to meet him (Bob was another lifer for me). Pete Makousky Anoka, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow: Dakota County
The Eurasian Tree Sparrow found by Andrew Smith was still present this morning. For those who want to use GPS when looking for this bird, the address is 15620 197th St. E. This is the gray house on the corner of 197th and Orr Ave. However, to get a good view of the feeders it's best to turn the corner onto Orr and then drive a little south of the house. This bird also likes to roost in a large juniper at the corner of the house to the left of the feeders. Of course, it's harder to find it in the juniper than when it comes to the feeders. Douglas Mayo Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow, Dakota County
The Eurasian Tree Sparrow allowed a couple of looks this morning between 11:15 an 11:30. In spite of the large number of House Sparrows and the flurry of activity from Blue Jay action, the bird was was not terribly hard to pick out when presenting its profile. The extensive white on the cheek, and its black splotch, caught the eye, registering the bird as "different". The first appearance was fleeting. with the bird perching on the outside of the broad conifer next to and south of, the feeders on the southeast side of the house. The bird quickly retreated out of sight around and into the tree, but soon grabbed a spot on one of the tank feeders. It perched long enough to feed for a bit, and also to give a look at its narrow white collar. The crown was clearly russet brown rather than gray. Thank you, to all who posted; this was a life bird for me. Linda Whyte Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow/Dakota Co.
Hi All— Yesterday, Gerald Hoekstra and I saw the Eurasian Tree Sparrow being reported near Hastings in Dakota Co. We both were able to take photographs, which are on my blog this morning: http://dantallmansbirdblog.blogspot.com Conditions were not ideal for photography. I find digital photography difficult in extreme frigid weather—temperatures were -5 degrees, not counting the wind chill. Blue Jays bullied the House Sparrows and the Eurasian Tree Sparrow away from the feeders, so the birds only spent a few seconds at the feeders at any one time. As per the wishes of the home owners, we took photos from the street, so closeup shots were not possible. Nevertheless, Eurasian Tree Sparrow was a lifer for Gerry and new for my North American list. dan -- Dan or Erika Tallman Northfield, Minnesota daner...@gmail.com http://dantallmansbirdblog.blogspot.com " the best shod travel with wet feet...Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes ”—H. D. Thoreau Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow still present, Dakota Cty.
(Posted by Linda Sparling via moumn.org) Monday, December 29 at about 1:00 the sparrow was seen by three observers at the feeders of the previously given location. The house is at the corner of 197th and Orr. It's advised to move around on the road to get good views of the platform feeders. The best views for us were a little south of the house, from where we were able to see two platforms and several tube feeders. Linda Sparling Hennepin County Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow
Still visiting same feeders in Dakota. Seen by many though requires patience. Paul Paul Budde pbu...@earthlink.net
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow--- Dakota County
(Posted by Andrew D. Smith via moumn.org) Sorry, I forgot to sign my post! Sending through the admin here, I forget I don't have a registered signature. Drew Smith Eagan, Dakota County Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow--- Dakota County
(Posted by Andrew D. Smith via moumn.org) Out participating in the Hastings-Etter CBC yesterday, I discovered an Eurasian Tree Sparrow in Ravenna Twp. It was coming to a feeder, and although the homeowners like feeding and enjoy birds, they had been unaware of this birds' presence. Whether it has been present for some time, or came in with yesterday's heavy weather is unknown. This morning, this observation was corroborated by Bob Dunlap, Chris and John Hockema, and Tom Tustison. This is a very frustrating bird. All views have been very brief, typically less than 10 seconds, and the bird can go into cover for extended periods. Much patience is required. Mornings appear to be the best time to watch, as yesterday afternoon there were very few birds coming in. Also, it associates with a large group of House Sparrows (50+), and can be difficult to pick out during a feeding frenzy. We found a scope was very helpful in getting a good look. The homeowners have graciously allowed for visitors. BUT, please know this means you can view their feeders from the street ONLY. Do not go into their yard or any of the adjacent properties for any reasons. This little neighborhood seems to be made up of folks that value their privacy. Across the street a neighbor has a message tacked to an antique wagon: "We don't call 911". Any observers should be respectful of the other local homeowner's properties at all times. Directions: From Hastings, head south on 316, and turn right on 190th St. Take an almost immediate left on Orlando Ave. Follow Orlando 3/4 of a mile to 197th St. E, and turn left. Go about a block, and the road turns right and becomes Orr Ave. (Sorry, I did not note a house number.) The feeders will be on your right, at the gray house, and are pretty obvious. The sparrow can appear at any of the 3 feeding stations, or on the ground. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow update
Today around 3:00 Steve Gardner and I saw the Eurasian Tree Sparrow for about 5 seconds in the fallen tree leaning against the bridge that Doug Kieser described. We waited for over an hour before we saw it, and we didn't see it again in the next half hour. We also found a Red-headed Woodpecker on MN 67 around mile marker 2. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow - Yellow Medicine County 6/7/2014
Hi, Late this afternoon Scott Meyer and I found a Eurasian Tree Sparrow in western Yellow Medicine County. It was at the bridge over Florida Creek on 140th Street, just north of 250th Ave, about two miles west of county 15 and 3 miles north of MN 68; the same location as the Say's Phoebe from a few years ago. It was first seen on the bridge railing as we approached from the south, the chestnut cap was immediately obvious, and Scott called out "Eurasian Tree Sparrow!". Over the next hour or so we saw the bird many tmes, but generally for just a few seconds before it would disappear into the leaves or under the bridge. It was usually accompanied by two male House Sparrows, providing good opportunities for comparison, the bird was noticeably smaller than the House Sparrows, with a reddish brown crown, white cheek patch with a black spot, and white collar. Photographs were obtained but won't be available until late tomorrow. The Eurasian Tree Sparrow did not stray far from the bridge for the entire time we were present, and was observed to to fly under the bridge several times. Doug Kieser Scott Meyer Hennepin County Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow update: it's gone
Hi folks, The Crookston Eurasian Tree Sparrow was last seen on Tuesday, April 22nd. Although I didn't have a great deal of free time to pursue the bird Wednesday through Friday, normally the bird was quite easy to see when if it was present. The juncos it arrived with have all left, so I'm guessing the bird has moved on. If I see the bird again, I'll post another update. ~Vanessa Lane Crookston, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow Crookston, MN update
Present this morning at feeder, and in trees as posted earlier. Just flushed and flew over roof Regards Don Kienholz Sent from my iPhone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow - Polk County
Shelley Steva and I found the bird late this morning at the University of Minnesota Crookston campus in the location posted by Vanessa Lane. Email me or Vanessa for further directions if you plan to come. Vanessa: vl...@crk.umn.edu Jeanie Jeanie Joppru Pennington County, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] EURASIAN TREE SPARROW, Passer montanus, Polk County, 4/15/14
I was fortunate enough to spot and photograph an adult EURASIAN TREE SPARROW at the bird feeders on the University of Minnesota Crookston campus this afternoon. John Loegering and Sandy Aubol were able to come and take photographs as well. The bird was foraging with dark-eyed juncos, a fox sparrow, and house sparrows. The bird was noticeably more petite in overall size and bill size than adjacent house sparrows, with a back patterning more in line with what I would expect with a chipping sparrow. Rufous cap and black cheek dots immediately set the bird apart from other sparrows. The bird was close enough to identify naked-eye. NOTE: If you intend to look for this bird, please be aware that campus is closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for a holiday weekend. Campus will be open tomorrow from 8AM to 5PM, and normal scheduling will resume on Monday, 4/21/14. The bird is viewable without entering the buildings, however, please email me (vl...@crk.umn.edu) if you intend to visit so I can give you additional instructions. Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/29551014@N07/13882690715/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/29551014@N07/13882753713/ Happy birding! ~Vanessa Lane Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow Update
From: Richard Phillips Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2010 2:06 PM Subject: Eurasian Tree Sparrow Update Dave, I can't figure out how to do an update on the ETS, so I'll just let you know that I have not seen it for the last two days. After this snow storm with all the heavy bird feeding activity, I figure that if it was still here I would have seen it but no luck. Could you post an update to let everyone know that the bird has departed for warmer regions. Thanks, Richard Phillips Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow
The Eurasian Tree Sparrow reported from Diamond Lake in Kandiyohi county WAS seen on 25 Nov, at about 9:30. Randy Frederickson Willmar Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow
Some have requested more information about the sparrows. They appeared at around 2:30 yesterday, and I think it was the first day they've been seen. For now the family is okay with people parking in the first part of their driveway, and so far today, the Eurasian Tree Sparrows have not been seen. Andrew Beerman Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
[mou-net] Eurasian Tree Sparrow, south of Rochester
Yesterday, while visiting a family at their farm, I observed the birds that were coming to their feeders and saw a Harris' sparrow, White-throated sparrow, White-crowned sparrow, and at least two male Eurasian Tree Sparrows, with the clearly brown cap rather than gray and the distinctive dark cheek patch. They were eating from the ground right under the feeders. Directions: Go west on Hwy 30 from Stewartville to Oslo. Turn south and go 7 miles. Farm is on right side of the road number 29611. Andrew Beerman Winona Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
