[cobirds] Sandhill Cranes

I camped at Jumbo Reservoir, Logan County. Super smooth lake, lovely night. Loved hearing, in the dark, Canada Geese, Great Horned Owls & staggered groups of Sandhill Cranes. Diane Roberts Douglas County Sent from my iPhone -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[cobirds] Insect question

. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/5CCB2156-3990-4717-9B1F-53932E564736%40gmail.com. Thanks, Diane Roberts Douglas County Sent from my iPhone -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds

[cobirds] DFO Field Trips

Hello All, Denver field Ornithologist has numerous field trips, available near and far. Check them out and see if you’d like to join the fun. https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/CreatePDF.aspx Best Regards, Diane Roberts DFO Field Trip Leader Highlands Ranch -- Diane Roberts -- -- You

[cobirds] Eared Grebes nesting at Walden & Araphoe NWR

Hello All, Interesting, I observed EAGR on nests & young on their backs 2 weeks ago.Now they appear to be are all adult. Another lake they are building & on nests. Wondered why such timing contrast. I doubt they are having nests twice. Appreciate information! Diane Roberts Highlan

Re: [cobirds] Limpkin vagrancy and Hepatic Tanager population

There was a FB posting of: Seen yesterday 6/24/23 at Horicon Marsh , WS Limpkin. Fall out of sorts? Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch On Mon, Jun 26, 2023 at 5:44 PM Diana Beatty wrote: > In a WhatsApp local list, Tyler Stuart asked about causes of apparent > recent Limpkin vagrancy further

[cobirds] Cherry Creek State Park, Arapahoe County

in time that the area is closed, nature & birds are better off for it. Birders are being patient inspire of incoming migrants. Diane Roberts Douglas County -- Diane Roberts -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group.

Re: [cobirds] Lucy’s Warbler Arapahoe County

All,Where is the best place to park at this Arapahoe County hotspot?Thanks.Diane RobertsDouglas CountySent from my iPhoneOn Apr 17, 2023, at 8:58 AM, Jared Del Rosso wrote:The Lucy's Wabler continues at Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve. The bird was (mostly) along the same line of shrubs as where C

Re: [cobirds] Slaty-backed Gull potential Aurora Reservoir, Arapahoe County

Cobirders, After expert reviews, consensus is Lesser Black-black Gull vs any potential. Good birding, Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 8, 2022, at 7:04 PM, Buzz Schaumberg wrote: > >  Love it! > > > Sent from the all new Aol app for iOS

[cobirds] Slaty-backed Gull potential

Cobirds, Tina & I are looking at coal black backed Gull with pink legs, which eleminates a Lesser Black-backed Gull. The head is blocky, opened wings string of pearls, & nape streaking, red gonydeal spot at the swim beach at Aurora Reservoir, Arapahoe County. Diane Roberts Highlan

[cobirds] Jefferson, CO

numbers, from my experience, substantially lower. She, also, commented on many fewer hummingbirds these last 2 years. Side note: The cafe in Jefferson has tasty food made on the grill and made to order burritos. Super friendly ladies working there. Good birding y’all! Diane Roberts Highlands

Re: [cobirds] Reuter-Hess

Hi Gary & Cobirds, Rueter-Hess has portions open to the public now for hiking. There is, also, paddle boarding. Tim Ryan works with Parker Water, takes out scheduled birding trips & DFO is resuming trips there post-pandemic. Below is a link for more information. Hope this helps,

[cobirds] Tucker Gulch closure

Hello, I stopped by Tucker Gulch, Golden, CO. There was a “crime scene” tape across the path. I inquired the reason & was told there were bears in the area & they are “trespassing”. They don’t want anyone, man or beast harmed, so hoping they move out of the area on their own. Diane

Re: [cobirds] Courtesy to a landowner

He is a really great guy at Stewart’s Pond, who leases the property. I have spoken to him a few times in a friendly conversation. I know others have as well. He allows birders to go into the cattle area, warning mother cows are protective of the calves. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO

[cobirds] Cherry Creek State Park, Arapahoe County

Hello, We are seeing 7 White-faced Ibis, 5 Lesser Yellowlegs, 9 American Avocet, 1 Caspian Tern & a Curlew I haven’t seen since on Ebird Slerts. Good Birding, Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO Sent from my iPhone -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

Re: [cobirds] Chico Basin

Thanks so much Kip & Diana for responses! Diane Roberts Littleton, CO On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 3:55 PM Kip Miller wrote: > Message from the ranch copied below: > > We will be opening to day visitors starting *March 15*. The fees will > remain the same ($15 per person), and check-

[cobirds] Chico Basin

Hello, I am wondering what type of access is allowed, if any, at Chico Basin Ranch, El Paso/Pueblo Counties this year. Thanks, Diane Roberts Littleton, CO -- Diane Roberts -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To po

[cobirds] winter wren Arapahoe County Cherry Creek State Park

Hola, East side of Park. Just observed continuing Winter Wren off Shop Creek Trail to bridge, waterfall & north to 2nd log jam. I parked at 12 Mile & walked south along road to creek trails. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO Sent from my iPhone -- Diane Roberts -- You received this

Re: [cobirds] Chatfield Horse Stables Off Limits

inherent liability with horses and horseback riding so the owner does not want to incur any additional issues or liability. This should be birders respecting no means no. It is simple really. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO On Mon, Jan 18, 2021 at 3:10 PM Cinnamon Bergeron < cinnamonbe

[cobirds] injured Pelicans at Lake Pueblo

Hello, I don’t know if there is any assistance or curb suffering as this Pelican seems low on weight & only able to fly short distances. Photo demonstrates only black underwing. The other Pelican has an injured leg/foot but gets can fly around far better. For what it’s worth. Diane Rob

[cobirds] Black Brant

Terrance Wells spotted this guy at Bowles Grove Park @ Bowles & Federal, Arapahoe County this afternoon. Continuing with thousands of Cackering Geese in the baseball field. Seeing it now. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- Diane Roberts -- You received this message because you are subscr

Re: [cobirds] Joe Roller sad news

and posed the question: “Have you ever seen a birder.” As he schmoozed, they allowed us on their property to bird. Still tickles me to this day 💕 Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO On Thu, Nov 26, 2020 at 5:03 PM Diana Beatty wrote: > I believe the Lilac-Breasted Roller was/is his Profile P

Re: [cobirds] Joe Roller sad news

Joe loved his birding stories and remembered a great deal of Colorado County firsts. His devotion to his wife, Maryanne, was heartwarming. I will miss his help & love of birding. RIP Joe. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO On Wed, Nov 25, 2020 at 3:52 PM linda hodges wrote: > How heartb

Re: [cobirds] "Classic" Google groups is no more

ander are lost; the > old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost. > > > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Colorado Birds" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and sto

[cobirds] Caspian Terns, Lagerman Reservoir, Boulder

Hello, Please excuse my prior posting. It was my roadside, cell phone, excited, rushed, no reading glasses attempt to share this handsome pair! I hope I can still count them! Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- Diane Roberts -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[cobirds] Caspian Terns

Hello, Wanted to share seeing 2 Caspian Termans at Lagerman Reservoir in Boulder County just now. Huge turns with lipstick red bills. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubs

Re: [cobirds] Re: Red-headed Woodpecker still @ Heron Pond (Denver Co)

Joe Roller thank you for managing the bird alerts & volunteers, hotspots, ease to access locations, and stakeouts. I know it takes your time and has helped me along with many others! Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[cobirds]

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[cobirds] Cherry Creek State Park, Arapahoe County, CO

https://ebird.org/checklist/S67772223 Cheers, Today Joey Negreann & I observed 46 Willet, 1 Greater Yellowlegs, 2 Whimbrel On the swim beach. Later in the day, besides all the other birds, Joey found the Red-necked Grebe. Good Spring Time! Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You rece

[cobirds] Arapahoe County Long-billed Curlew

I knew Cherry Creek State Park in Arapahoe County had some birding jewel today in the cold & snow. I stopped to view 9 sheltering behind some Sage brush around noon today near the Lake Loop. https://ebird.org/checklist/S67319587 Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this mes

[cobirds] Carolina Wren

over and spoke about it. Homeowners said the easement is private property, even tho there was nothing posted. They said the fella with the gate at the end of the easement owns the space. I told them I would spread the word & sorry to disturb. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You recei

[cobirds] Pacific Wren

Several birders were looking for the Wren after the morning EBird report at Bear Creek Lake Park creek off the Whitetail Picnic Area, Nothing as of 1:31pm. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Gyrfalcon in Larimer County

Here are some photos in the link from around 8:30am today near on Trilby Road south of Larimer County Landfill. Such a treat to see! Thanks to Robert Beauchamp reporting yesterday! https://ebird.org/checklist/S61200910 Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message

[cobirds] Gryfalcon, Larimer County

Trilby Road at 8:30am Elaine Wagner & Diane Roberts watched the Gryfalcon perched on a power pole before it flew towards the landfill, Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To un

[cobirds] Aurora Reservoir, Arapahoe County

over, Snow Goose, Snow Goose x Canada Goose, 7 Greater White-fronted Geese, hundreds of geese & thousands of gulls! https://ebird.org/checklist/S61077950 Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Bir

[cobirds] Swans

3 swans are at Aurora Reservoir now, Arapahoe County. Trouble with getting link to list now, but FYI. Possible tundra. Will follow up when out of the field. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds&q

[cobirds] Surf Scoters

https://ebird.org/checklist/S60892151 I believe to be looking at 5 Surf Scoters at Cherry Creek State Park now. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] RCSP @ Jean K. Tool SWA, Morgan County, CO

t of area. 1 recent at Neenoshe Reservoir area by David Tonnessen on 9/22/2019. https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S59692346 Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [cobirds] Cobirds

The lack of streaking took me another way. Always great to go through the gull ID paces. Thanks Christian for your input & thanks for sharing Glenn’s observations Steve! Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 19, 2019, at 11:24 AM, Steven Rash wrote: > > Ran into Glenn Walbeck on my attempt to get mo

Re: [cobirds] Cobirds

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Re: [cobirds] Cobirds

Cherry Creek State Park Steve Rash & Tim Johnson reported this gull type yesterday.. This morning at 9:47 we are looking at a very large, dark mantled, pale iris & yellow legged gull with field marks fitting this gull. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] Painted Bunting

Has not been observed thus far this morning at Audubon Center. Last seen last night. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, 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 fro

[cobirds] Marston

By the way, I was observing from the fence line next to the street with my scope. Couple blocks away from the “no trespassing” zone but Denver PD still engaged me in conversation. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[cobirds] West end of Marston Reservoir, Denver County

h my checklist lol. Seems Denver Police are monitoring the Denver neighborhood in the middle of Jefferson County. FYI. Diane Roberts Highlands Ranch, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this

[cobirds] Black Scoters

I just posted on the Facebook page so I thought I would add here for others. Brandon reported seeing 22 Black Scoters last weekend on Pueblo Reservoir. We went to the northwest portion of the lake today & there were 14 Black Scoters. Such a treat. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, CO -- You rece

[cobirds] Red-breasted Mergansers & Red-necked Grebe

I am at Welton Reservoir @ 16401 hiway 72 in Arvada looking at 3 of the mergansers & 2 of the Grebe now at 1:52. The water is open. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, Co -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe f

[cobirds] 1:45 Rocky Mtn Lake

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker refound east of tennis courts. Diane Roberts Lone atree, 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 cobird

[cobirds] Winter Wren @ Morrison Park @ 12:04 today

Previously spotted by Michael Lester west bridge before Denver Mtn Parks. Diane Roberts Lone Tree -- 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] Long-tailed Ducks

Happy Thanksgiving! 2 Long-tailed Ducks continue at Cherry Creek State Park. Observed from the Dixon Grove area. In addition, Common Loon & Lesser Black-backed Gull observed today 12:30. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

[cobirds] Golden Crowned Sparrow

Just viewed at 12:15 in between dog walkers. Nathan has the most helpful info on Cobirds today. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

[cobirds] Tundra Swwn

I just spotted a Tundra Swan at Platte Canyon Reservoir off Watertown Rd at 2pm today. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, 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 i

Re: [cobirds] retire from RBA

Thank you & much appreciation Joyce for your daily diligence reporting in Cobirds. A daily read for sure! Diane Roberts Lone Tree, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[cobirds] Fork-tailed Flycatcher

Continuing around the Prince Lake & open lot referenced by Tom B earlier today. Kestrals were intermittently chasing.’Last seen noon at Prince Lake 2 in fenceline. Disne Roberts Lone Tree -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To

[cobirds] Rocky Mountain Arsenal Loon

9:11am today we are & watching a Common Loon on Lake Ladora. Black thick bill, large loon & white cheek patch & flatish head & white throat leading into breast. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[cobirds] Prothonotary Warbler

8am today is still in the willows west of North boat ramp at Chatfield State Park. Karen Drozda lead a DFO trip getting a “lifer” for people in the group. Mixed flock with Yellow-rumped Warblers. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[cobirds] Caspian Terns

Closer inspection has 1 Forester’s (orange bill & smaller in size) & 1 Caspian’s Tern (large Red Bull & larger in size) Diane Roberts Lone Tree, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe fr

[cobirds] Caspian Terns

2 Caspian Terns on Chatfield Sandspit now. Looking for Jaegers. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, 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 cobird

[cobirds] Bar CCC & Parker Regional in Douglas County

4 Snowy Egrets were at BarCCC Park this morning. Parker Regional is showing mudflats this morning so Black-necked Stilt, Lesser Yellow Legs & Solitary Sandpiper are here at 10:38 a.m. Cheers! Diane Roberts Lone Tree -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[cobirds] White faced Ibis

Pelican Point at Cherry Creek State Park. I observed 15 White-faced ibis on the other side of willows near the Pelicans. Diane Roberts Lone Tree, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[cobirds] Brant

Right now in a flock at Broadway & Sterne in Arapahoe County at Little”s Creek Park west of pond eating. Diane Roberts, Lone Tree,CO. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[cobirds] Yellow-billed Loon

Monday 2/26 I spotted the Yellow-billed Loon on the Douglas County side of Chatfield Reservoir. Most likely the South Platte Park Reservoir Loon. Chatfield was frozen, at that time, on all but the viewing from the marina spit and marina area. Diane Roberts, Lone Tree, CO -- You received