Chico Basin Ranch Banding Report, June 3, 2026-Bird Conservancy of the Rockies

[Chicobander]

Since it is the tail end of bird migration, I am not expecting any numbers. There has been some migrants still coming through. Northern Parula was singing when putting the nets up today. A Magnolia and Prothonotary Warbler were observed and photographed by birders at Headquarters little pond this morning. The nets are still catching Swainson's Thrushes. What will tomorrow look like? Hopefully, we can reach double digits.

7 New Banded Birds

Western Kingbird- 1

Swainson's Thrush- 2

Orchard Oriole- 1

Bullock's Oriole- 1

Blue Grosbeak- 1

American Robin- 1

4 Breeding Bird Recaptures

Bullock's Oriole- 3

Blue Grosbeak- 1

The banding station will be open tomorrow through Saturday from sunrise until @ 11AM.

Remember if wanting to visit the ranch, please register on the Aiken Audubon website. www.aikenaudubon.com

Have a good day,

Julie Shieldcastle

Bander, Chico Basin Ranch

Bird Conservancy of the Rockies