Documentation of
Black Phoebe
2021-008
Observer Information
Reporter:
Donna Stumpp
Other Observers:
Peter Stumpp
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Black Phoebe
First Date/Time:
6/21/2021 1:20:00 PM
Last Date/Time:
6/21/2021 1:35:00 PM
Duration (total time in view):
15 minutes
County:
Rio Grande
Specific Location:
Del Norte
Number:
1
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Unknown
Plumage:
Breeding
Habitat
On a low perch, a fallen branch maybe 18" above the river. The branch had fallen so it was right at the water's edge, and less than 50' from a bridge.
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
Canon 5D Mark iii with Tamron 150-600 lens
Distance:
150' or so
Light:
Sunny.
Description of the Bird
My husband, Peter Stumpp, was with me and noticed the interesting behavior of the bird. He starting birding in January 2021 and had not seen a Black Phoebe before so I did the ID. The ID was based on the black head and vest with white below, flycatcher behavior and shape.
The bird repeatedly left the low perch to catch bugs and then return to the perch. We saw this 3-4 times over a period of 10-15 minutes before continuing our walk. No calls were heard.
Similar Species Discussion
Eastern Phoebe was eliminated because this bird had a completely black head and throat.
Resources Used
I have seen a Black Phoebe in Pueblo a couple of times before, so I used this experience and the Sibley app on my iPhone to confirm the ID.
Previous Experience
I have seen a Black Phoebe twice in Pueblo before. The black head and throat with black vest is distinctive.
Notes
Review of photos
Additional Information
Date Documentation Submitted
6/26/2021 5:31:00 PM
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