Documentation of
Palm Warbler
2013-304
Observer Information
Reporter:
Dawn Rush
Other Observers:
My Husband Patrick 719-244-0626; I Dawn Rush at 719-235-1746 is the original finder, myself and husband Patrick identified the bird/species
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Palm Warbler
First Date/Time:
5/7/2013
Last Date/Time:
5/7/2013
Duration (total time in view):
20 minutes
County:
El Paso
Specific Location:
HWY 24 and Constitution
Number:
1
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Male
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Habitat
Open Plains - In my backyard that has Crabapple tree, Aspen trees, Maple tree, White fir tree, Cottonwood tree (immature), current bush, honeysuckle vine, minimal water availability, and lots of bird feeders
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
Monarch Binoculars and Canon Camera
Distance:
20 feet
Light:
Partly cloudy
Description of the Bird
5.5", Rufous Crown with a white spot between and above the eyes, yellow throat, yellow at base of tail, dark eye line with a yellow streak above the eye line. I have photos taken 5-7-2013.
Behaviors: Bobbing up and down of the tail, flitting from branch to branch with moments of rest, also flying to the ground foraging. I have video taken 5-7-2013
Call: zzizzizzizzizzizzizzizzi
Plumage: Adult Breeding
Similar Species Discussion
I new it was a warbler as soon as I got my glass on it based on the bill, size, and colors. the only similar species that may (not) come into play could be a sparrow. There is no way that this could be a sparrow.
Resources Used
Sibley's
Previous Experience
Intermediate to Advanced
Notes
Notes made AFTER observation
Additional Information
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Date Documentation Submitted
5/7/2013 5:11:00 PM