Field Notes

Mountain Goat

Do You Have an Eye for Eagles?

Bald Eagle

Although they can be seen year round, your best opportunity for viewing Bald Eagles in Colorado occurs from October to March when as many as 1200 birds spend the winter here.

American White Pelican

American White Pelican

People unacquainted with birding might be surprised to see pelicans in the arid and semi arid Western states. The most familiar Brown Pelican of the Gulf Coast dives for its food in salt water and most often comes to mind when pelicans are mentioned. But the American White Pelican is quite different and a wonderful surprise on the reservoirs and lakes of Colorado.

Which Warbler Was That?

Yellow Warbler

Many beginning and even intermediate birders think that identifying warblers should be left to the experts. Don’t let yourself be intimidated by these lively little visitors. Identifying warblers need not be a daunting task.