Chatfield Banding Station, Bird Conservancy of the Rockies 5-13-26

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Meredith McBurney

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May 13, 2026, 7:34:55 PM (13 hours ago) May 13

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Continued to catch more of our breeding birds, with Yellow Warblers taking the lead (10 new, 2 returns). One lovely first of season, a Western Tanager. Now waiting for the other "big and beautifuls" (Orioles, Waxwings, Grosbeaks.......) Very warm weather led to the early closing of some nets, but had a decent day with 32 new and 4 returns:

Black-capped Chickadee 1
Northern House Wren 4
Ruby-crowned Kinglet 1
Swainson's Thrush 2
Gray Catbird 2 new, 1 banded 2025
Yellow Warbler 10 new, 2 banded 2025
MacGillivray's Warbler 2
Wilson's Warbler 2
Yellow-breasted Chat 5 new, 1 banded 2025
Western Tanager 1 FOS
Spotted Towhee 2

We are banding Tuesday through Sunday (closed Mondays) through May 31, weather permitting. There are opportunities for the public to visit on weekends and early mornings most weekdays. Reservations are required and can be made through the Denver Audubon website. (Many/most sessions are already sold out, so sign up now if you are interested!)