[wisb] Re: ALERT: Possible INCA DOVE at Concordia University?
- From: Chris West <little_blue_birdie@xxxxxxx>
- To: "ryanbrady10@xxxxxxxxxxx" <ryanbrady10@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:56:59 -0500
Interesting report. With the tropical kingbird in Duluth and Ash-throated
flycatchers showing up on the east coast, it might be a good idea to keep a
lookout for southwestern species.
--Chris W, Richland County
Sent from my iPod
On Oct 28, 2011, at 16:35, Ryan Brady <ryanbrady10@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> As WSO Records Chair, I received the following submission today (partially
> edited). I know nothing more at this time but will post an update if I hear
> more from the observer. Thought someone would like to check on it in the
> meantime. Species: Inca Dove (Columbina inca)
> Observation Date: 10/28/2011
> Location: Concordia University Wisconsin Campus between the Concordia Center
> for Environmental Stewardship and Lake michigan
> Description: The bird was spotted on the ground and on a small shrub about 30
> ft away. It had rufous primaries, a black bill, with white outer tail
> feathers on a long tail. The body feathers were dark edged creating a scaly
> pattern. The bird was fairly plump and a little smaller than a Mourning Dove.
>
> Species eliminated: Common Ground Dove: This bird had a black bill, long
> tail, and the outer tail feathers were white. There were no brownish spots on
> the coverts.
> Vocalizations: none
>
> Ryan Brady
> Washburn, Bayfield County, WI
> http://www.pbase.com/rbrady
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