Observation date: April 10, 2022
Submitted by: jamesvonloh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Two individuals with bright coloration perching from coyote willow and three-leaf sumac shrubs shielded from the strong afternoon wind. This is my earliest observation of this species along the Rio Grande. The afternoon was warm, under full sun, and with strong, gusting wind.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: April 13, 2022
Coordinator notes: Jim, this is the first of the year and apparently a new early record for the state (formerly 4/15). He looks nice and fresh and ready to go! great photos.
