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English and Scientific names: |
Monk Parakeet
(Myiopsitta monachus)
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Number of individuals: |
2
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Locality: |
Jefferson
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Specific Locality: |
Power Road,
about a block or so past Rouse\'s Grocery Store on an electric pole (the large
metal tower type) I expect they are still there.
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Date(s) when observed: |
7/24/10
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Time(s) of day when observed: |
3:30pm Approx.
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Reporting observer and address: |
Jonathan Zell
Metairie, LA
70003
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Other observers accompanying
reporter who also identified the bird(s): |
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Other observers who
independently identified the bird(s) |
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Light conditions
(position of bird in relation to shade and to direction and amount of light): |
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Optical equipment: |
Kodak Z 712 IS Digital Camera |
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Distance to bird(s): |
Approx
100 feet |
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Duration of observation: |
Approx. 10 minutes |
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Habitat: |
Large electrical tower |
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Behavior of bird: |
Heard loud chattering, and looked up at the sound.
Noticed large stick nest, and zoomed in with camera |
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Description: |
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Voice: |
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Similar species: |
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Photographs or tape
recordings obtained? |
I have a couple of clear photos, and the stick
nest is a bit of a give away. |
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Previous experience with
this species: |
Yes |
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Identification aids: |
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This description is written from: |
National Geographic Field Guide |
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Are you positive of your
identification? If not, explain: |
Yes |
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Date and time: |
7/24/10
Approx 3:30 pm |