This morning I observed two adult Eastern Phoebes on the south side
of Pelican Point in Bear Creek Lake Park (BCLP). I had good looks at
the two birds(there may have been a 3rd), before they flew further to
the south of the lake.
I was able to observe their tail-wagging behavior as they perched on
various limbs. I did not see any yellow on the belly, and the primary
projection appeared on the long side to me. This is only the 2nd
Eastern Phoebe sighting for me in BCLP in the past 5 years or so.
In addition to the large numbers of Western Wood-Pewee, I also found
one adult Olive-sided Flycatcher in the trees along the lake. Other
migrants seen in the last two mornings include:
large numbers of swallows, mostly Barn and VG, but a few Tree and
Northern Rough-winged.
good numbers of House Wrens and Blue-gray Gnatcatchers.
a few Wilson's and Yellow Warblers each day.
a good representation of sparrows - Chipping, Clay-colored (1),
Brewer's, Vesper, Lark, Song, and possibly one Lincoln's???
Probably the best strategy is to drive to Pelican Point and then walk
the trails next to the lake in and around Pelican Point. Also the
brush between the Fitness Station #1 and the NE corner of the parking
lot is usually good for sparrows & other migrants as well.
Mike Henwood
Morrison
Jefferson County
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