Chico Basin Ranch Banding Report- May 2, 2024

[Chicobander]

A cold front came through the ranch late yesterday evening. This morning was not favorable winds for a northerly migration. We captured 5 species of 6 individuals. First of the year were Dusky Flycatcher, Hermit Thrush, and Black-and-white Warbler. 

5 New Birds Banded

Dusky Flycatcher- 1

Black-and-white Warbler -1

Hermit Thrush -1

Gambel's White-crowned Sparrow- 1

Brown Thrasher -1

1 Return

Brown Thrasher banded as an adult at Chico Basin Ranch on 9/5/2023

Remember Chico Basin is open to a limited number of people each day during this month. Please go to the Aiken Audubon Website to register for a morning to visit. There is a registration fee. 

Have a good day and hope to see you when you come to visit the Ranch.

Julie Shieldcastle, Bander

Chico Basin Ranch

Bird Conservancy of the Rockies