Date: 11/8/24 8:28 pm From: Andrew Core <tucsonrba...> Subject: [AZNMbirds] RBA Tucson, AZ - 8 November 2024
Hello Birders,
This update of Tucson Audubon Society's Rare Bird Alert for Southeast
Arizona w as made on November 8, 2024; the next update will be made on
November 15 . Email your reports to rarebirdalert AT tucsonaudubon.org.
SEVERAL IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS follow the sightings, including information
on temporary closures and rules for access to other important birding
areas. Abbreviation "m.ob." = multiple observers. An asterisk (*)
preceding a species name in the list indicates that it merits careful, full
documentation. A pound sign (#) indicates that brief corroborating details
are warranted. Documentation and photos of review species may be submitted
at https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/yMRdC8XrpnfjXzv0DhnfyHyFtd3?<domain...> A list of review
species can be found here:
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/HFYXC93vqoumzM3XLIEh6HqiXZn?<domain...>
SPECIES MENTIONED IN THIS REPORT:
#Eurasian Wigeon
#Berylline Hummingbird
#Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
*LEAST FLYCATCHER
#Eastern Phoebe
#Rose-throated Becard
#Rufous-backed Robin
#Gray Catbird
#Tennessee Warbler
#Black-throated Blue Warbler
#Louisiana Waterthrush
#Purple Finch
TUCSON area
A *LEAST FLYCATCHER was reported at Sweetwater Wetlands on 11/7 (Steve
Nord). A #RUFOUS-BACKED ROBIN continued through 11/6 (Geoff Wyszynski), a
#GRAY CATBIRD was reported on 11/6 (Alex Patia), and a #YELLOW-BELLIED
SAPSUCKER continued through 11/8 (m.ob.).
An #EASTERN PHOEBE was photographed at the intersection of Kolb and Snyder
Rds in the Catalina foothills on 11/4 (Dominic DeLaca-Wauer).
A #TENNESSEE WARBLER continued in an east Tucson yard on 11/3 (John Yerger).
A #GRAY CATBIRD was photographed at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum on
11/5 (Michael Sadat); a #YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER continued through 11/8
(m.ob.).
A #YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER continued at Columbus Park through 11/8
(m.ob.).
A #YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER was reported at Green Valley Estates on 11/8
(David Griffin).
GREEN VALLEY & the SANTA RITAS
In Madera Canyon (map: https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/U0nZCl8WJlto1An80IVCNHzPPPG?<domain...>), a #BERYLLINE HUMMINGBIRD
continued at the Santa Rita Lodge through 11/8 (Mel & Jeanne Goff). A
LOUISIANA WATERTHRUSH continued between the Whitehouse Picnic Area and
Madera Picnic Area on 11/8 (m.ob.). A #PURPLE FINCH was reported at Proctor
Rd on 11/2 (John Amoroso), and a #YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER was photographed
on 11/2 (Lisa Coons) and continued through 11/6 (m.ob.).
A #GRAY CATBIRD continued in a Green Valley yard on 11/4 (Rob Rutledge).
PARKER CANYON LAKE
A #YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER was reported at Parker Canyon Lake on 11/4
(David Palmer).
SIERRA VISTA & the HUACHUCAS
A #YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER was reported at the Hereford Bridge on 11/2
(Ron Beck).
A #YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER was reported in a private yard on 11/2 (Brad &
Traci Clemens).
AJO
An #EASTERN PHOEBE continued at the Ajo STP through 11/8 (m.ob.).
PORTAL & the CHIRICAHUAS (annotated map: https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/RiqaCm7WKmI5pAJ3Bs3FRHRhiKb?<domain...>)
A #ROSE-THROATED BECARD was photographed at the Southwestern Research
Station on 11/8 (Troy Corman); one was photographed here at the end of
September.
A #GRAY CATBIRD continued at Cave Creek Ranch through 11/8 (m.ob.).
A #GRAY CATBIRD was photographed at the George Walker House in Paradise on
11/2 (Chris McVittie).
NOGALES area
A #GRAY CATBIRD was photographed in a Rio Rico yard on 11/2 (Donna Bazzo).
PATAGONIA
A #BLACK-THROATED BLUE WARBLER was reported at the Paton Center for
Hummingbirds on 11/6 (Jeff Pippen).
RAMSEY CANYON - Ramsey Canyon Preserve is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
ASH CANYON BIRD SANCTUARY: open dawn to dusk EXCEPT Thursday, when open
noon to dusk. Parking is limited; please carpool whenever possible. No need
to call ahead.
FORT HUACHUCA - access requirements are posted on its official webpage at
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/j-DDCrgWPrTAr1VYPcmUrH448wt?<domain...> The Visitor Control Center is located at the Van Deman Gate on Hwy 90. The
fort is an active military installation and will suspend your driving
privileges on Post for 30 days on your first offense for talking or using a
cell phone while driving. You MUST use a hands free device. Current entry
requirements (subject to change without notice): US citizens must pass a
background check and should be prepared to show photo ID for everyone in
the vehicle at the entrance, and possibly your vehicle registration and
insurance as well. Sometimes, foreign nationals are required to have an
approved military escort; contact the base (520.533.7111), or possibly the
Sierra Vista Visitor's Bureau (520.417.6960) well in advance. ACCESS NOTE:
a REAL ID is required for entry; some state driver's licenses qualify; see
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/zU5YCvm6WyFWE2N5phZcgHQtz5f?<domain...> for details.
SANTA CRUZ FLATS: Management at the Evergreen Turf Sod Farm has asked
birders not to drive into the property (i.e., the 2750 road); birding from
perimeter roads (i.e., Tweedy or Pretzer) is still fine.
AVRA VALLEY WRF: Gates open at 7AM and close PROMPTLY at 2PM (do not
linger, you will be locked inside). Access subject to change without notice.
GREEN VALLEY WRF: Open 7 AM - 2 PM. Use the call box at the gate, follow
the signs for parking, and stay away from buildings and construction
equipment. Access subject to change without notice.
CORONA DE TUCSON WRF and NOGALES STP: Closed to entry; some facilities may
be viewed from outside the fence.
