Documentation of
Northern Flicker
2013-297
Observer Information
Reporter:
Casey Donovan
Other Observers:
none; Yes
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Northern Flicker
First Date/Time:
2/9/2013
Last Date/Time:
Duration (total time in view):
15 min
County:
Arapahoe
Specific Location:
Eagle Crest high school trails.
Number:
1
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Female
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Habitat
Suburban homes near many trails and streams
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
none, left before i could grab binocs
Distance:
50 ft
Light:
heavy cloud cover
Description of the Bird
Black triangle on chest, spotted wings. Bright red or orange under wings. Long slender beak. No mustache or mask. 10 to 12 in. long.
Behaviors: Solitary in dead tree top. Sat quite for a while, then flew to field across the way and onto the ground out of site.
Call: ki ki ki ki
Plumage: Black triangle on chest, spotted wings
Similar Species Discussion
field guide
Resources Used
colorado bird field guide
Previous Experience
some experience, seen males closer.
Notes
Notes made AFTER observation
Additional Information
Materials Available
No files uploaded.
Date Documentation Submitted
2/10/2013 7:30:00 PM