Documentation of
Hepatic Tanager
2012-224
Observer Information
Reporter:
Polly Neldner
Other Observers:
Paul Neldner; As far as we know...we are the first to observe the female. The CFO group from two days prior saw only the male.
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Hepatic Tanager
First Date/Time:
5/20/2012
Last Date/Time:
Duration (total time in view):
2O minutes
County:
Las Animas
Specific Location:
N 37 deg. 09 ' 32"410', W 104 deg. 36' 10"W. 8/10s of a mile west of mile marker 65, St. Hwy 12
Number:
1
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Female
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Habitat
Pinyon Juniper with some Ponderosa pine
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
swarovski 8.5X42 Binoculars and 500 MM telephoto lens
Distance:
50-100 ft.
Light:
very good light, slight overcast
Description of the Bird
Grayish ariculars, stout blackish bill with gray base. Bright throat and forehead, grayish flanks
Behaviors: Was chasing and following male of same species
Call: None heard
Plumage: Adult
Similar Species Discussion
Male of same species was seen in the same tree at the same time.
Resources Used
Sibley's Guide to Birds of North America
Previous Experience
None with female
Notes
Notes made DURING observation
Additional Information
Date Documentation Submitted
5/20/2012 8:44:00 PM
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