Documentation of
Blue Grosbeak
2013-307
Observer Information
Reporter:
J Marsh
E-mail:
Other Observers:
Ron Marsh
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Blue Grosbeak
First Date/Time:
6/5/2013
Last Date/Time:
6/5/2013
Duration (total time in view):
45 sec.
County:
Chaffee
Specific Location:
12885 C.R. 195
Number:
1
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Male
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Habitat
Pinyon tree, near river
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
400 zoom camera lens
Distance:
25 feet
Light:
partly sunny
Description of the Bird
I am very familiar with the Blue Grosbeak, because I am yearly in the spring migration path at South Padre Island, TX. This bird was eyeing my seed feeder on 6/5/13 at my home 7 miles NW of Salida, CO on the Arkansas River. Seen one time and only one bird. I have a photo that was taken thru an old double-paned window. Let me know if you would like to have it.
Behavior: Eyeing a seed feeder
Call: Not heard
Plumage: Spring
Similar Species Discussion
Not an indigo bunting; we generally observe many Black-headed Grosbeaks here
Resources Used
Am familiar with Blue Grosbeak from spring migration in South Padre Island, TX annually (March-May). If you would like a photo taken through an old double-paned window, please request.
Previous Experience
South Padre Island, TX
Notes
Notes made AFTER observation
Materials Available
No files uploaded.
Date Documentation Submitted
7/8/2013 8:19:00 PM