10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

I mean you have two year gulls, three year gulls and even gulls that take four years to mature, and the plumage of all these species changes as they mature. The four most common gull species seen at Kutras Lake are Ring-billed, Herring, first-year Glaucous-winged, and California; less common are Western, Thayer’s, and Mew gulls.

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California Sacramento Breeding Turtles 160

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AUGUST 9, 2018

This past March I helped a Girl Scout troupe build and install 15 Bluebird nest boxes on the Sacramento River Trail. The Carr Fire jumped the Sacramento River within a few days after it began, at the very location we had installed the nestboxes. Here’s a photo of the troupe and myself after the install.

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Wildlife Sacramento Shelters Science 102

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DECEMBER 21, 2011

Every autumn, tens of thousands of Snow Geese arrive in California’s Sacramento Valley following their long journey from the Canadian Arctic (click on photos for full sized images). The Ross’s Goose is the smallest variety of the white geese that breed in North America.

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Geese South Dakota Sacramento Arkansas 152

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

The male of the species will rattle off up to 200 songs, his repertoire size varying geographically, with the western males having considerably larger repertoires than eastern males 1. It is obvious to me that the male Marsh Wrens at Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge are getting ready for the females to visit their breeding territories.

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Sacramento North America Wildlife Defenders Of Wildlife 161

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 29, 2014

The video above showing the pair bonding and precopulatory behavior of the Northern Shoveler ( Anas clypeata ) was shot from the photography bind at Colusa National Wildlife Refuge , one of the refuges of the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex in Northern California. state and territory, infusing nearly $1.74

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Sacramento Defenders Of Wildlife Ducks Wildlife Rehabilitation 168

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

The name Peregrine means “wanderer,” and northern-nesting Peregrines are among North America’s long-distance migratory species, some moving 25,000 kilometers every year. With the help of a captive breeding program, the Peregrine bounced back, and in 1999, they were removed from the Endangered Species List. Don’t miss it!

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Falcons Wildlife Sacramento Endangered Species 132

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AUGUST 13, 2014

The Results of the 2014 Tricolored Blackbird Statewide Survey confirm that this species is in rapid decline. ” The report continues: “Following the breeding season, most tricolors are found in the Sacramento Valley where they aggregate with red-winged and other blackbird species and feed, often in large flocks, on ripening rice.

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Blackbirds California 2014 2013 185

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OCTOBER 23, 2013

The fence surrounding the facility is bordered by a dense mixed forest of pine and deciduous trees giving several sparrow and finch species a good location to hang out and observe the birders. I snapped these photos on my first birding trip to the newly reopened facility beginning with a White-crowned Sparrow ( Zonotrichia atricapilla ).

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Sacramento Sparrows Sanctuary Geese 165

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OCTOBER 26, 2018

At last count, there are 25 species of birds named for U.S. But only two states have more than one bird named for them: Hawaii and California, with nine and seven extant and eponymous species, respectively. states, with varying degrees of geographical relevance (sorry, Tennessee Warbler ).

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2015 San Diego Family California Condor 113

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OCTOBER 12, 2011

The male of the species has the upper portion of the head, back of neck, back and wings all glossy black. I found these beauties at Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge, one of the many locations the Black-necked Stilt breeds in the California Central Valley (map courtesy of Terry Sohl at South Dakota Birds ). www.youtube.com/watch?

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South Dakota Jordan Sacramento North America 180

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JANUARY 30, 2013

Now you know why the most numerous and widespread of the two swan species in North America used to be known as the Whistling Swan. That is where I found this group of nearly 100 Tundra Swans northeast of the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge as they flew in to the flooded agricultural fields.

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California South Dakota Sacramento North America 105

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JULY 13, 2017

One of the best things about our annual Lassen Park campout is that we get to see several species of birds that are rarely, if ever, seen in the Sacramento Valley. Many of those species also nest in the park. One of my favorite species is the Water Ouzel , more commonly known now as the American Dipper ( Cinclus mexicanus ).

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Woodpeckers Sacramento Raised Squirrels 101

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JUNE 17, 2015

The Refuge is now home to nearly 200 species of birds, over 50 species of mammals, 25 species of reptiles and amphibians, and a wide variety of insects, fish and plants. Sacramento River National Wildlife Refuge : Expand big game hunting. 31 to provide inviolate sanctuary for migratory birds.

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Fish Wildlife Hunting Game 142

10,000 Birds

MARCH 2, 2011

Pochards: Last Lifer of the Trip About the Author Larry Larry Jordan was introduced to birding after moving to northern California where he was overwhelmed by the local wildlife, forcing him to buy his first field guide just to be able to identify all the species visiting his yard.

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Wildlife 2011 Sacramento Jordan 155

Critter News

OCTOBER 23, 2008

According to the complaint, the defendants routinely beat elephants, violating the 1973 Endangered Species Act by hitting them with bull hooks. employee, claims the defendants inhumanely and illegally mistreat their Asian elephants and have done so for decades. The anticipated three-week, non-jury trial takes place in U.S.

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Ringling Bros Ringling Brothers Circus Elephant Elephants 100

10,000 Birds

MARCH 26, 2013

This is what we have to remember: - Many species are easier to observe at close range from a vehicle than on foot. - This stoked Great Egret was at Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge, CA. I have met several birders who think this way, and their arguments have validity. But hear me birders, for I am The Greatest Ornithologist.

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LACS North Dakota Costa Rica Birds 134

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MARCH 14, 2011

Mostly the ducks were Red-breasted Merganser and Greater Scaup , the two most prevalent species on the pond, but there were a few other birds mixed in as well. I have had similar experiences at Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge and you are so right on when you say “am I ever glad that I am a birder!&# What a spectacle indeed.

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Ducks 2011 Jamaica New York 168

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JANUARY 14, 2015

The nesting colonies of blue-morph geese were not discovered until 1929 after a direct and intentional search by Dewey Soper (a widely-traveled Canadian Arctic ornithologist) that lasted 6 years and, until 1983, the two color morphs were considered separate species. These are some of the images I took as the geese were bathing and preening.

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Sacramento Geese North America Wildlife 195

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

In publishing the most current thinking, eBird have become the month’s biggest contributor to the life list, expanding it by 7 brand new species and pushing it to 3774. 7 species were added to the life list in the time-honoured fashion of actually identifying the birds in the field. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route.

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2019 Arizona Ghana Tucson 116

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FEBRUARY 1, 2020

This shows the top birders, by species or checklists submitted. Sacramento River Trail North. Sacramento River Trail North. Sacramento River Trail North. Sacramento River Trail North. Sacramento River Trail North. Cinchona – Cafe Colibri. 29 Jan 2020. Great Curassow – Crax rubra. 28 Jan 2020.

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2020 Wildlife Reserve Tigers Wildlife 156

10,000 Birds

FEBRUARY 4, 2017

Last year they shared over 1200 checklists and managed to achieve a stunning total of 2647 species from 32 countries. Last year’s magnificent total of 2647 species is the target to beat, but other results could prove interesting. 1499 species were seen in the eastern hemisphere in 2016. The year stretches ahead.

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2017 Australia Sanctuary Woodpeckers 100

10,000 Birds

MARCH 16, 2011

Here is another photo of this beautiful species. About the Author Larry Larry Jordan was introduced to birding after moving to northern California where he was overwhelmed by the local wildlife, forcing him to buy his first field guide just to be able to identify all the species visiting his yard. Does anyone know for sure?

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2011 Jordan Deer New York 190

10,000 Birds

MARCH 3, 2018

They found 673 species and advanced the yearly total to 1019. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento Expo Center, RV site, on the American River. Clifford Park. 01 Jan 2018.

2018 100

2018 Australia Los Angeles Albatross 100

10,000 Birds

APRIL 7, 2018

During March, 11 beats shared 122 checklists to accumulate 680 species from 8 countries; USA, Costa Rica, Serbia, India, Australia, New Zealand, UK and Japan. Sacramento Expo Center, RV site, on the American River. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. 12 Feb 2018. 11 Feb 2018.

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2018 Australia Los Angeles Albatross 100

10,000 Birds

APRIL 6, 2019

978 species were tallied this month from 163 checklists. Only 123 species appear on both sides of the life list. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route.

2019 113

2019 Ghana Australia Woodpeckers 113

10,000 Birds

MAY 6, 2018

Their 185 checklists contained 951 species during April! Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento Expo Center, RV site, on the American River. Here they all are; Alphabetic Taxonomic.

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2018 Australia Los Angeles Albatross 100

10,000 Birds

MAY 4, 2019

April was a busy time for the beats with 10 of them contributing 164 lists to accumulate 744 species from 7 countries; Costa Rica, USA, Australia, Serbia, UK, Brazil and Barbados. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Back to numbers.

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2019 Australia Ghana Woodpeckers 113

10,000 Birds

JANUARY 5, 2019

In reverse order, the medals were awarded for “most species seen in a country”, to Australia with 420, USA got the silver, scoring 556 while the runaway winner was Costa Rica with 646 species. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route.

2018 113

2018 Australia Woodpeckers Sparrows 113

10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 3, 2018

During October, 7 countries (Costa Rica, Australia, USA, India, Hong Kong, UK, Serbia) were birded by 11 beats who shared 135 checklists and noted 697 species. Sacramento Expo Center, RV site, on the American River. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Alphabetic Taxonomic.

2018 113

2018 Australia Woodpeckers Sparrows 113

10,000 Birds

OCTOBER 6, 2018

They noted 598 species as a team, bringing the year total to 2118 and pushing the life list to 3555. Sacramento Expo Center, RV site, on the American River. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route.

2018 113

2018 Australia Woodpeckers Los Angeles 113

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JULY 7, 2018

10 countries were birded by 9 beats and 892 species were noted from 144 checklists. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento Expo Center, RV site, on the American River. 23 May 2018.

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2018 Australia Woodpeckers Los Angeles 100

10,000 Birds

MAY 6, 2017

Thus; As at April 30 th 2017, the collaborative year total stands at 1432 , with 895 species noted this month from 164 shared checklists. 9 beats contributed their sightings (this knocks last April’s efforts of 116 lists for 672 species into a cocked hat and claws back some ground on the 30th April 2016 running total of 1707).

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2017 Australia Sanctuary Woodpeckers 100

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 1, 2018

8 beats shared 126 checklists accounting for 704 species. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento NWR–Auto Tour Route. Sacramento Expo Center, RV site, on the American River. Roxanne’s house: Palmetto Bay, FL.

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2018 Australia Woodpeckers Sparrows 113

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2017

They submitted 144 checklists, noting 628 species adding 72 to the year’s running total bringing it to 1890. Sacramento NWR–Visitor Center. Sacramento NWR–Visitor Center. Sacramento NWR–Visitor Center. Sacramento NWR–Visitor Center. Great Tinamou – Tinamus major. 01 Jan 2017.

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2017 Australia Sanctuary Woodpeckers 100

10,000 Birds

MARCH 4, 2017

146 shared checklists (an increase on last year’s 97, well done chaps) noted 664 species (ooooh, down on 826 from last February) and brought the yearly total to 1063 (1303 at this time in 2016, ouch!). Sacramento NWR–Visitor Center. Sacramento NWR–Visitor Center. Sacramento NWR–Visitor Center.

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2017 Australia Sanctuary Woodpeckers 100