Thanks Pete. This morning I met a couple here from Michigan who came to this area to bird. They were excited that they saw an Elegant Trogon in Madera Canyon the day before!! It's a real draw for many!!
This is where we live! Wish we’d known you were here. We probably ran into you, or you drove by us walking. Our daily walks are on South Fork Road. At least 2 females have arrived, and we actually witnessed copulation between the pair on the lower part of the road 2 days ago. The male up by the berm is still calling all day and roaming widely, hoping for his mate! Another pair is further up the trail. BTW, the name change isn’t recognized by all of the birding organizations, but because eBird accepted it, most people use it now.
Dan, awesome photos and appreciate the information you shared about the birds and their habitats and the renaming. John and I were fortunate to photograph a male trogon several years ago and it is one of my favorite bird pictures. Thanks so much for sharing.
They are magnificent! They look like a painting
thank you!
Fabulous photos, Dan!!!
Thank you Michele
Another remarkable bird to learn about! Amazing pictures of the details and colours…a treasure.
Thankyou!
Thanks Marylou. It is a special bird!!
What a beautiful bird, really unusual for Arizona.
Thanks Pete. This morning I met a couple here from Michigan who came to this area to bird. They were excited that they saw an Elegant Trogon in Madera Canyon the day before!! It's a real draw for many!!
Wow!
Thanks Shelly
This is where we live! Wish we’d known you were here. We probably ran into you, or you drove by us walking. Our daily walks are on South Fork Road. At least 2 females have arrived, and we actually witnessed copulation between the pair on the lower part of the road 2 days ago. The male up by the berm is still calling all day and roaming widely, hoping for his mate! Another pair is further up the trail. BTW, the name change isn’t recognized by all of the birding organizations, but because eBird accepted it, most people use it now.
Thanks Lori. I'll get in touch with you next time! You sure live in a very special place. I'm glad the females have arrived!!!
Ditto Janet. And I'm not going to rename my photos - this is a very elegant bird. I really miss our trips to Arizona.
Thank you Sally
Dan, awesome photos and appreciate the information you shared about the birds and their habitats and the renaming. John and I were fortunate to photograph a male trogon several years ago and it is one of my favorite bird pictures. Thanks so much for sharing.
I'm glad you had that experience. These birds do create special memories.
So much great information about the Coppery-tailed Trogon. Thanks for sharing. Inspired to take a bird watching trip!
Thanks JoAnn. It is inspiring!
Outstanding!
thank you Steve