Storm Approaches

[John Rawinski]

Last night, an estimated 200,000 birds migrated over Alamosa. But in spite of that number, the local habitats were scarce on birds. Perhaps many flew onward. But at least one intriguing one stayed. A male Baltimore Oriole was at Home Lake this afternoon. From a quick look at data, there are less than 10 records, more or less. 

Next 2 days promise a wintry/wet mix and so we'll see what drops in. 

John Rawinski

Monte Vista, CO

[John Rawinski]

For 24 hours, it has rained steadily. Home Lake had a bit of a fallout yesterday and there were scads of Yellow-rumped Warblers in and among the trees. The Baltimore Oriole was still present for photo opportunities. Swallows in great numbers fed along the waters edge scouring for insects.  Definitely chilly out there as we were just above the freezing point and snows stayed in the mountains a bit higher up. Getting my coffee and headed out to see what is going on today Wed. 

John Rawinski

Monte Vista, CO