Documentation of
Black Scoter
2013-312
Observer Information
Reporter:
Polly Wren Neldner
PO Box 358,
La Veta,
CO 81055
E-mail:
pollywren@gmail.com
Other Observers:
First observed by Mark Peterson. Also seen by my husband, Paul
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Black Scoter
First Date/Time:
10/26/2013 11:36:00 AM
Last Date/Time:
10/26/2013 12:10:00 PM
Duration (total time in view):
34 minutes
County:
Huerfano
Specific Location:
Lathrop State Park
Number:
1
Age:
Immature
Sex:
Unknown
Plumage:
Non-breeding
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
Kowa Spotting Scope, binoculars 1000mm lens
Distance:
1/4 mile
Light:
Good bright day...some heat distortion
Description of the Bird
Overall gray with dark cap and pale cheeks and thin bill. Tail erect. Do not think the bird was dark enough to be adult female.
Similar Species Discussion
Eliminate from other scoters due to shorter thinner bill. Lack of vertical white patch that and dark eye eliminated Surf Scoter. Lack of white lores and white secondaries eliminated White-winged Scoter.
Previous Experience
Both my husband and myself have seen Surf and White-winged Scoters. I have seen Black Scoter, male and female before.
Notes
Notes made DURING observation
Date Documentation Submitted
10/26/2013 4:01:00 PM
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