Documentation of
Pygmy Nuthatch
2008-156
Observer Information
Reporter:
Gregg Goodrich
Other Observers:
Glenn Walbek, Larry Modesitt; no
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Pygmy Nuthatch
First Date/Time:
2/2/2008
Last Date/Time:
Duration (total time in view):
15 minutes
County:
Kit Carson
Specific Location:
Cemetary on north side of town.
Number:
5
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Unknown
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Habitat
In a pine tree.
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
Canon EOS 30D camera and Lieca binos.
Distance:
15 feet
Light:
Perfect clear sky and little wind.
Description of the Bird
Small bird with straight needle bill with white belly and gray top with black eyeline. No question of ID. Got some pictures which are attached.
Behaviors: Running in a small pack with quick jerky movements. Climbing all over the pine tree with there feet. Able to hand upside down with their good grip.
Call: The high clear short and rapid pip of the flock was heard.
Plumage: N/A
Similar Species Discussion
Much smaller than a WBNU and no dark top.
Resources Used
Sibley's
Previous Experience
Seen this bird in the mountains many times, but not on the plains.
Notes
Notes made DURING observation
Additional Information
Date Documentation Submitted
2/3/2008 8:42:00 AM
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