Documentation of
Blue Grosbeak
2007-143
Observer Information
Reporter:
Donna Donna
E-mail:
Other Observers:
none; yes
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Blue Grosbeak
First Date/Time:
5/16/2007
Last Date/Time:
Duration (total time in view):
5 minutes
County:
Broomfield
Specific Location:
Lac Amora trail by Josh's pond on Broomfield open space.
Number:
1
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Male
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Habitat
Rolling prairie with shortgrass, yucca, prairiedogs...
Description of the Bird
medium size songbird. Dark Blue with a black eye patch that fell down a little towards the cheek. Grey or dull yellow beak.Striking brown patch on the wing.
Behaviors: Sitting on a dried yucca flower signing like crazy with the surrounding meadowlarks.
Call: Singing like crazy
Plumage: not known
Similar Species Discussion
Eliminated Indigo Bunting because the shape of head was different. Also differed was the distinct eye patch and striking brown wing patch that seems unique to the Grosbeak.
Resources Used
I used a Peterson Field guide and a few Bird ID websites found by googling 'Blue Grosbeak'
Previous Experience
I have never seen a bird like this here, which is why I have done so much investigating into the matter.
Notes
Notes made AFTER observation
Materials Available
No files uploaded.
Date Documentation Submitted
11/6/2007 10:06:00 AM