Documentation of
Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch
2018-091
Observer Information
Reporter:
Shawn Mason
2530 14th Ave,
Greeley,
CO 80631
E-mail:
shawn.mason1@comcast.net
Other Observers:
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch
First Date/Time:
1/1/2018 12:34:00 PM
Last Date/Time:
1/1/2018 12:58:00 PM
Duration (total time in view):
30 minutes
County:
Weld
Specific Location:
CR 124 and CR 67
Number:
45
Age:
Adult
Sex:
Multiple Birds - Mixed
Plumage:
Transitional
Habitat
Short grass prairie
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
Nikon 200-500mm telephoto lens
Distance:
20 yards
Light:
Overcast
Description of the Bird
The first two birds I spotted were mixed in with Horned Larks at the intersection of CR124 and CR67. They were feeding on the road with the larks and flying around. The next larger group of Grey-crowned Rosy Finches that I spoted were approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mile further west on CR124 from CR67. There were approximately 45-50 GC-RF's feeding on the road, ditches and then flying up to the powerlines as well as fencing. Similar to horned larks the approach was about 20 yards of more before they would take flight.
Similar Species Discussion
I checked the bunting list and did not see any of the birds I witnessed. I continued to search through Sibley's Birds West (March 2016 ed) and found the birds I had seen. I also checked with my brother-in-law who is an ornithologist for confirmation.
Resources Used
I used Sibley Birds West (March 2016 ed) to ID the bird.
Previous Experience
This is the first time I have seen Grey-crowned Rosy Finches and it is a personal life lister.
Notes
Notes made AFTER observation
Date Documentation Submitted
1/2/2018 12:26:00 PM
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