Documentation of Snow Bunting
2026-013

Observer Information

Reporter:  Joe Kipper  4203 Mesaview Ct.,   Fort Collins, CO  80526
E-mail:  joe.kipper28@gmail.com
Other Observers:  Rory Kramer and Erick Ramirez were with me.

Species, Date, Time and Location Information

Species:  Snow Bunting
First Date/Time:  2/22/2026 7:40:00 AM
Last Date/Time:  2/22/2026 9:00:00 AM
Duration (total time in view):  1 hr 20 mins
County:  Jackson
Specific Location:  Sitting on the post here: 40.693914,-106.152285
Number:  1
Age:  Unknown
Sex:  Male
Plumage:  Non-breeding

Description of the Bird

Small white bird with yellow bill, some rusty wash on the wings and face, grayish streaks on the scapulars. Bird was initially flushed off the road with a Horned Lark but responded to playback by cirlcing our heads and singing. Landed on the post where we photographed it for over an hour. Bird sang its phrases multiple times.

Similar Species Discussion

With a Horned Lark for comparison. Extensive white on the wings and pure white belly with no streaks on the flanks eliminates Lapland Longspur.

Notes

Notes made DURING observation

Materials Available

Photographer: , Joe Kipper

Photos |

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Date Documentation Submitted

4/22/2026 3:00:00 AM
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