[cobirds] Red-throated Loon, Adams County

2023-11-02 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi all, There's currently a Red-throated Loon at Ken Mitchell Park/Reservoir in Brighton (Adams County). Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To post to this group, send email

[cobirds] Re: No eiders in Grand County, 11/20

2022-11-20 Thread Adam Vesely
, no Eiders. Oh well, it's always worth the effort! Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Sunday, November 20, 2022 at 6:58:02 PM UTC-7 Nathan Pieplow wrote: > Hi all, > > I spent the day checking all the open water in and around Grand County > that I could find, in case the King Eiders went

[cobirds] Black Scoter, Adams County

2022-11-06 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi all, There is a Black Scoter at "Cell No. 3 (Willow Bay)" in Brighton, Adams County. Bird was in this general area and actively feeding: 39.961731, -104.848517 Adam Vesely Thornton -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colora

[cobirds] Re: White Ibis - Boulder County

2022-05-30 Thread Adam Vesely
A White Ibis was also seen and photographed at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (Adams County) yesterday morning, 5/29, but didn't seem to hang around long. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Monday, May 30, 2022 at 6:43:38 AM UTC-6 sarahs...@gmail.com wrote: > White Ibis at Golden Ponds in Longmont, Boul

[cobirds] Tennessee Warbler, Barr Lake, Adams County

2022-04-24 Thread Adam Vesely
Max and Lainie Miller reported and photographed a Tennessee Warbler yesterday at Barr Lake (Adams County). Several of us saw the bird high in the trees at the main picnic area next to the Nature Center parking lot this morning. Appreciate the birder who gave us a head's-up! Adam Vesely

[cobirds] Re: Adams County EURASIAN WIGEON

2022-03-31 Thread Adam Vesely
Bird was present around 8:30 this morning, 3/31. Great find, Susan! Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 2:56:49 PM UTC-6 u5b2...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm looking at a Eurasian Wigeon RIGHT NOW, Brighton, CO near Prairie Town > Center. More info in a moment! > Sus

[cobirds] Re: Trumpeter swans

2022-01-04 Thread Adam Vesely
For non-locals, where specifically is this? Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 11:34:07 AM UTC-7 david.l...@gmail.com wrote: > There were three trumpeter swans at Pella Crossing on the west side of > 75th in the first (private) pond mixed in with a bazillion ca

[cobirds] Black-legged Kittiwake, Adams County

2021-12-12 Thread Adam Vesely
late joining the Cherry Creek/Chatfield Kittiwake party, but always a great bird nevertheless! Great find, Chris! https://ebird.org/checklist/S98821971 Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" grou

[cobirds] Re: From Canon City Daily Record newspaper

2021-09-25 Thread Adam Vesely
Wow--sounds like a tremendous team effort! Thank you to Bob, Tim, and Dan for rescuing this bird. And most importantly, kudos to SeEtta for recognizing the dire situation this bird was in and taking the initiative to do something about it. Great job all! Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Saturday

[cobirds] Re: Common Loon, Rocky Mt. Arsenal, Adams county

2021-08-11 Thread Adam Vesely
Trail boardwalk. Adam Vesely Thornton On Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 11:14:36 AM UTC-6 johnsonc...@gmail.com wrote: > On Lake Ladore today at 8:30 am was a Common Loon. Also on Lake Derby were > about 8 Wilson's Phalarope, but bring a scope because they are on the north > bank w

[cobirds] Re: Yellow Grosbeak viewing Tuesday

2021-05-31 Thread Adam Vesely
Carolyn Spidle posted photos from today at ~1:30 that show what appears to be blood around the Yellow Grosbeak's right leg. Can anyone confirm this is an injury? Thanks. https://ebird.org/checklist/S89369694 Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Monday, May 31, 2021 at 2:15:44 PM UTC-6 Brandon wrote

[cobirds] Re: ID of Clark’s vs Western at Sterns Lake (Boulder County)

2021-04-11 Thread Adam Vesely
Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Sunday, April 11, 2021 at 11:20:26 AM UTC-6 Mark Minner-lee wrote: > If anyone has been out to see the Western and possible Clark’s Grebes at > Stern’s Lake (Boulder County) I’d love some thoughts on how you determined > a Clark’s ID. Additional commen

Re: [cobirds] Weld County Foray

2021-02-04 Thread Adam Vesely
Let's keep these posts focused on birds, not secession efforts, please. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 4:51:27 PM UTC-7 cinnamon...@gmail.com wrote: > Dan, > > This morning, as I was watching the news, they were talking about Weld > County becomi

[cobirds] White-winged Scoter, Adams County

2020-12-18 Thread Adam Vesely
in the neighborhood near this corner of the reservoir. Adam Vesely Thornton, 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...@google

[cobirds] Probable Yellow-billed Loon, Adams County

2020-11-05 Thread Adam Vesely
nice size comparisons. A checklist with camera and digiscope photos can be found here: https://ebird.org/checklist/S75884143 Sincerely, Adam Vesely Thornton, CO (Adams Co.) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubsc

[cobirds] Red-necked Grebe, Adams County

2020-10-28 Thread Adam Vesely
Reservoir. Adam Vesely Thornton, 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 view this discussion on

[cobirds] Barr Lake American Golden-Plovers

2020-10-03 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi everyone, we're looking at 3 American Golden-Plovers at Barr Lake (Adams Co.). Birds are roughly in the western, central portion of the lake and requires a bit of a walk to look over some sand banks. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Barr Lake Philadelphia Vireo

2020-09-05 Thread Adam Vesely
I just refound the Philadelphia Vireo at the Barr Lake Nature Center (Adams County). Several of us on it. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[cobirds] Barr Lake "below dam" is no longer

2020-08-12 Thread Adam Vesely
pesky trees were simply sucking up too much irrigation water. Ironically, this area is only about 1/4 mile east of the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies house. Take that, birds. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Col

[cobirds] Re: Rest in Peace, COLORADO RARE BIRD ALERT! And a suggestion/request!

2020-05-31 Thread Adam Vesely
. Very easy to navigate. Data is updated very quickly and may be another option for those not wanting hourly/daily e-mail alerts. http://birdingthecloud.com/ebirdApi/ebirdUnitedStatesWithDropdown.html Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 11:37:44 AM UTC-6, birdernorm

[cobirds] Northern Parula, Boulder Co

2020-05-25 Thread Adam Vesely
Where is this location, specifically? Thanks, Adam Vesely Thornton, 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...@google

[cobirds] Hooded Warbler, Barr Lake, Adams County

2020-04-30 Thread Adam Vesely
warblers popping up in Adams County! Adam Vesely Thornton, 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.co

[cobirds] Glaucous Gull, Ken Mitchell Reservoir, Brighton, Adams County

2020-02-15 Thread Adam Vesely
the pier as the majority of the rez is still frozen. Glaucous Gull reports on eBird have been sparse this year between Longmont and Aurora Reservoir so wanted to pass this observation along. Thanks, Adam Vesely Thornton, Adams Co. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Long-tailed Duck, Adams County

2019-12-16 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi everyone, there is a Long-tailed Duck in the reservoir just north of 88th Avenue, between the South Platte River and Monaco St., Adams County. Viewed from the International Hearing Dog location. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Long-tailed Ducks, South Platte Reservoir, Arapahoe

2019-12-01 Thread Adam Vesely
Currently looking at two gorgeous Long-tailed Ducks, South Platte Reservoir. Arapahoe County side. Black Scoter also present. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Accessing the lake bed at Barr Lake

2019-10-18 Thread Adam Vesely
! Adam Vesely Thornton, 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 view this discussion on the web vi

[cobirds] Re: News from Barr Lake Adams Co 10/2

2019-10-03 Thread Adam Vesely
confirmed with several of the Park Rangers and this is also depicted on the park maps. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 11:47:41 AM UTC-6, Robert Righter wrote: > > Because one can walk out on the sand towards the water's edge, makes it > very easy for close v

[cobirds] Re: Ani still here

2019-09-09 Thread Adam Vesely
for this species in the "wild?" Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Monday, September 9, 2019 at 8:09:03 AM UTC-6, Alison Kondler wrote: > > Got great views of the Ani just now. Could this be an escaped bird? It > flew up to many of us as if waiting for a hand out. At one point five

[cobirds] Mew Gull, Adams County

2019-03-23 Thread Adam Vesely
The Mew Gull is present at Sprat Platte fishing pond, Adams County, as of 4:41. Adam Vesely Thornton, 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, sen

[cobirds] Neotropic Cormorant and good gulls - McKay Rd., Thornton

2019-03-23 Thread Adam Vesely
Riley and Heather Morris and I are viewing the Neotropic Cormorant in the small pond east of the Elaine Valente parking lot. Good size comparison with a Double-crested. Red-throated Loon also present. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [cobirds] Red-throated Loon still around (Adams)

2019-03-20 Thread Adam Vesely
Still present at 1:10. Easily viewable from several pulloffs off of 104th. Now in eastern 1/3 of reservoir. Frequently diving. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Black-legged Kittiwake, Ken Mitchell Park, Brighton, Adams Co.

2018-12-02 Thread Adam Vesely
pit a short 5 minute walk north of the pier (scope required) where Riley and Heather Morris and I saw it roosting with a bunch of gulls. Sincerely, Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To u

[cobirds] Re: Ode to Laura Steadman

2018-10-21 Thread Adam Vesely
diminishing daylight, the bird was still active, bouncing from branch-to-branch, and we managed a salvo of photos before this long-tailed beauty headed south/southwest. An epic chase I won't soon forget! Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 7:48:03 PM UTC-6, William Kaempfer

[cobirds] Long-tailed Duck, McKay Road Ponds, Adams County

2018-01-27 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi all, there is a Long-tailed Duck in the southern-most reservoir between the South Platte River and 104th Avenue, directly east of McKay Road (Thornton, Adams County). Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado

[cobirds] Rusty Blackbirds, Pueblo State Park

2018-01-18 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi all, currently 2 Rusty Blackbirds working the shoreline of the stream just north of the Cottonwood Picnic area parking lot. Snowy Owl also present on the marina tires, and Prairie Warbler still present just below dam. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Harris's Hawk Ft Collins Larimer Co

2017-12-30 Thread Adam Vesely
The Hawk just flew in from the north, currently in its favorite tree just south of the recycling center. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[cobirds] Re: Denver — Harris’s Sparrow

2017-11-02 Thread Adam Vesely
I had an additional Harris's Sparrow this afternoon at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (Adams County), just a few miles north of John's sighting. The bird was along the Prairie Switchback Trail, just north of Lake Mary. Alongside several American Tree Sparrows and a Song Sparrow. Adam Vesely Thornton

[cobirds] Adams County Surf Scoters

2017-10-28 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi all, There are currently 3 Surf Scoters in the McKay Road Ponds, southeast of the intersection of McKay Road and 104th Ave., Thornton. They are in the reservoir just north of the water treatment plant. Adam Vesely Thornton, Adams Co. -- You received this message because you

[cobirds] Adult Sabine's Gull, Adams County Fairgrounds

2017-09-18 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi all, There is currently an adult Sabine's Gull at the Adams County fairgrounds lakes (Mann-Nyholt), north of Henderson Road. Full dark gray hood. Amongst about 125 Cal and Ring-billed gulls. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Common Tern at Aurora Reservoir, Arapahoe Co.

2017-08-13 Thread Adam Vesely
interesting birds I noted were 6 Baird's Sandpipers foraging at the shoreline of the scuba beach in the far north/northeast corner. Thanks! Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubs

[cobirds] Re: White Ibis, Lowell Ponds, Adams Co.

2017-06-19 Thread Adam Vesely
run over. Hope this helps, and good luck. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Monday, June 19, 2017 at 9:26:07 AM UTC-6, Adam Vesely wrote: > > Following up on Zach Schiff's report yesterday, a White Ibis is still > present in the Lowell Ponds area (Adams Co.) as of 9:20 AM. These are the

[cobirds] White Ibis, Lowell Ponds, Adams Co.

2017-06-19 Thread Adam Vesely
Following up on Zach Schiff's report yesterday, a White Ibis is still present in the Lowell Ponds area (Adams Co.) as of 9:20 AM. These are the ponds north of I-76. I counted at least 18 Snowy Egrets also. Adam Vesely Thornton -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[cobirds] Crow Valley Campground, Weld Co., 5/7/2017

2017-05-08 Thread Adam Vesely
to see Crow Valley picking up. Adam Vesely Thornton, 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.co

[cobirds] Re: Harris's Sparrow, Westerly Creek, Denver County

2017-03-09 Thread Adam Vesely
<https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yTV8hlJL6Ik/WMIuvYYterI/DMs/9SPSVXILSwI8rx0VpMlZUSxucp8e06WEgCLcB/s1600/237-2.JPG> Here's a photo of the gorgeous Harris's Sparrow of Westerly Creek (Denver Co.), around 5:30 PM, 3/9/2017. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this m

[cobirds] White-throated Sparrow - Jeffco - Golden

2017-03-05 Thread Adam Vesely
Seen for about 10 minutes (0845) at the Sanders' front porch feeder. Adam Vesely Thornton, 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

[cobirds] Re: Dunlin- McLellen Reservoir in Douglas Cnty

2017-01-25 Thread Adam Vesely
Dunlin is still present at 11:00 AM in same general area as Gregg described yesterday. With a few killdeer. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

Re: [cobirds] Re: Chestnut sided warbler

2016-11-25 Thread Adam Vesely
Joel and Dale Adams, Renee and Jesse Casias, and I had good looks at the warbler in the same area around 9:30 this morning. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Grasshopper Sparrow on Highline Canal

2016-10-14 Thread Adam Vesely
Karen, the picture you posted on eBird definitely looks like a White-throated Sparrow. Beautiful sparrow! Adam Vesely -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails fro

[cobirds] Pomarine Jaeger - Chatfield State Park - Jefferson County

2016-10-13 Thread Adam Vesely
Mark Chavez and I observed the Jaeger in several spots this morning. Still present. Seems to like the area between the fishing pier by the marina and by the north boat ramp area. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Col

[cobirds] Elk Thistle Drive feeders "closed" (Summit County)

2016-04-19 Thread Adam Vesely
been having problems with people coming on to their property, issues with tour buses, and even argumentative foreigners. It appears they've had enough, and that birders are no longer welcome. All FYI in case any of you think about stopping by. Sincerely, Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received

[cobirds] Yellow-throated Warbler, Larimer Co.

2016-02-28 Thread Adam Vesely
I'm a little late to the 2016 Yellow-throated Warbler party, but this stunning bird made a 5 minute appearance this morning around 8:30 at the Mountain Avenue location in Fort Collins. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Greater White-fronted Goose, Thornton (Adams Co.)

2016-02-10 Thread Adam Vesely
. Adam Vesely Thornton, 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

[cobirds] Re: Trumpeter?

2016-01-02 Thread Adam Vesely
They weren't there yesterday when I was there around 1:30. I don't think they were seen at all yesterday. The reservoir is big (I'd recommend a scope), but it would be pretty obvious if they were there, especially since a good portion of the reservoir is frozen. There is a trail that skirts

[cobirds] Re: Pair of Falcons? near Eastlake at 126th and Lafayatte

2015-11-23 Thread Adam Vesely
Eric, I haven't seen these, but this is only a few blocks away from where I live and I can head over there when I'm back in town on Thursday and look. Seems unlikely that it would be two Peregrines. Have you ruled out American Kestrels? Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Monday, November 23

[cobirds] Sandhill Cranes Barr Lake, Adams Co.

2015-10-18 Thread Adam Vesely
Huge flocks of Sandhill Cranes currently leaving Barr Lake, departing to the southeast. Quite a sight! Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[cobirds] Black-bellied Plover, Colorado Springs

2015-05-10 Thread Adam Vesely
. A White-faced Ibis was also present. Adam Vesely Thornton, 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

[cobirds] White-eyed Vireo, Barr Lake SP

2015-05-02 Thread Adam Vesely
Hi all, I got good looks at a White-eyed Vireo at Barr Lake (Adams Co.) around 9:30 today. It was about 150 yards north of the foot bridge across from the visitor's center. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Colorado Birds

Re: [cobirds] Re: Continuing Dunlin Seen from McKay and the Platte (Adams)

2015-03-09 Thread Adam Vesely
The Dunlin was spotted this morning (3/9) at around 7:45. It was on the rocky, north side of the South Platte, about 200 yards downstream from the McKay bridge. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO avesel...@gmail.com On Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 8:13:20 PM UTC-7, Tom Behnfield wrote: Debbie I saw

[cobirds] Re: warblers at Barr Lake (Adams Co.), Aug 20

2014-08-21 Thread Adam Vesely
I stopped by this morning and also got great views of a Townsend's Warbler a little further down the path from the banding area that David described earlier. Adam Vesely Thornton, CO On Wednesday, August 20, 2014 8:50:09 PM UTC-6, David Dowell wrote: This evening in the bird-banding area

[cobirds] Re: Only male Scissor-tailed Flycatcher So of Florence this morning

2014-08-05 Thread Adam Vesely
I was in the area today (August 4th, around 11 AM) for about an hour, and saw only the single male. He appeared for about 15 minutes before heading west. Adam On Sunday, August 3, 2014 12:07:03 AM UTC-6, SeEtta wrote: I observed the area South of Florence where the pair of Scissor-tailed