Documentation of
Vermilion Flycatcher
2025-001
Observer Information
Reporter:
Sheila Webber
2515 Sunbury Ln,
Fort Collins,
CO 80524
E-mail:
13sheilaw@gmail.com
Other Observers:
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Vermilion Flycatcher
First Date/Time:
4/2/2025 11:40:00 AM
Last Date/Time:
4/2/2025 11:50:00 AM
Duration (total time in view):
10 min
County:
Boulder
Specific Location:
Lyons
Number:
1
Age:
Adult
Sex:
Male
Plumage:
Breeding
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
Binoculars
Distance:
Light:
Sunny morning
Description of the Bird
This beautiful bright red male bird had a black mask extending from the bill through the eye to blend in with the black back, wings and tail. The bird was seen flycatching and also plucked a caterpillar from the ground, banging it against the fence several times and then consuming it. This was the only vermilion flycatcher seen, and we didn't hear him vocalize.
Similar Species Discussion
There was no mistaking this male vermilion flycatcher with another species.
Previous Experience
I have seen a vermilion flycatcher one other time, at the Rawhide Energy Plant in 2022.
Date Documentation Submitted
4/16/2025 3:31:00 PM
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