Yesterday I reported seeing an Eastern Wood-Pewee for the second time after
what would be considered past the normal late date to see one (Nov. 16 was the
fist time). Today I went back, the bird was still there and I got pictures
(because of the one is all I could attach). I can send more to individuals
wanting them though the quality is not great.
I first ran them by Chris Sloan (he saw 4 pics) to make sure my ID was not
crazy. His answer back was " Wow. That's a hell of a record. It's definitely a
pewee. Honestly, it's so out of season, I am not sure you can rule out Western
Wood-Pewee".
When I posted last month Scott Somershoe said the record late date for
Tennessee was Nov. 20. Someone on tn-bird reported seeing one in Kingsport on
Dec. 7 this year. Now, is it an Eastern Wood-Pewee or an Western Wood-Pewee? If
anyone wants to try and see it tomorrow I am willing to go with you between
12:30 and 3:00 PM. I really feel like it will be here for awhile. The golf
course is closed during the winter.
David Stone
Ooltewah, Tn.
Hamilton Co.
423-413-7033
Attachment:
011.JPG
Description: JPEG image
