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Observation date: 6/6/10
Number of species: 2
Swainson's Thrush - Catharus ustulatus 1
Spotted Towhee - Pipilo maculatus 1
After entering Colorado, we pulled off the road at a scenic turnoff so we could take some photos and take in the scenery. Not 100 feet from our car I spotted a single Spotted Towhee perched atop a small, scrubby tree. He sat and sang; giving me the oppurtunity to grab my binoculars and confirm his identification. While I was watching the towhee I could hear the ethreal sound of a Swainson's Thrush eminating from the forest to our east. Even if only 2 birds showed up, I was appreciative of the Colorado welcoming committee.
-Photos courtesy of Shelli.
-SPQ 6/16/2010
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