Documentation of
Alder Flycatcher
2015-150
Observer Information
Reporter:
David Dowell
3721 Staghorn Dr,
Longmont,
CO 80503
E-mail:
dave1wx@gmail.com
Other Observers:
Bill Kaempfer
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Alder Flycatcher
First Date/Time:
5/25/2015 10:20:00 AM
Last Date/Time:
5/25/2015 10:25:00 AM
Duration (total time in view):
5 minutes
County:
Sedgwick
Specific Location:
Julesburg
Number:
1
Age:
Adult
Sex:
Unknown
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Habitat
lake with surrounding woodlands
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
binoculars, camera
Distance:
80 feet
Light:
full sun
Description of the Bird
We observed the empidonax flycatcher at DePoorter Lake near Julesburg. As we walked down the fenceline, the bird moved along ahead of us and perched repeatedly on the fence. Some of the characteristics we observed were olive-colored back; grayish face; narrow, complete eyering; thick, longish bill; and longish primary extension. The bird called "peep" twice, reminiscent of a single Olive-sided Flycatcher call note (as described by Sibley).
Similar Species Discussion
Alder, Willow, and Acadian Flycatchers are empids with large bills and long primaries. The bird was identified as Alder by the "peep" call.
Resources Used
Sibley Guide to Birds
xeno-canto.org
Previous Experience
Experience observing empids since 2012. Experience with Alder Flycatcher starting in May 2015, when several were observed.
Notes
Notes made DURING observation
Date Documentation Submitted
11/27/2016 9:15:00 PM
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