Chico Basin Ranch Banding Station Report-Bird Conservancy of the Rockies-September 17, 2026

[Chicobander]

What a difference a day makes! The banding olive grove was quiet today, unless you count the Red-winged Blackbirds around. Three recaptures today all increased weight by over .4 grams! That is a good amount since yesterday's banding. 

13 New Birds Banded

Wilson's Warbler- 4

Orange-crowned Warbler- 1

Hammond's Flycatcher- 1

Western Flycatcher- 1

Red-breasted Nuthatch- 1

Lincoln's Sparrow- 1

Blue Grosbeak- 1

Hermit Thrush- 1

Gray Catbird- 1

Brown Thrasher- 1

3 Recaptures

Dusky Flycatcher

Wilson's Warbler

Hermit Thrush

The banding station will be open tomorrow through Saturday at sunrise until @ 11:45AM.

If interested in visiting the ranch, please register online at www.aikenaudubon.com

Enjoy the Day!

Julie Shieldcastle, Bander

Chico Basin Ranch

Bird Conservancy of the Rockies