[cobirds] Purple Sandpiper viewing ethics

Birders,

I hate to bring this up, but I know I'm not the only person thinking
this. Every day, people seem to be edging closer and closer to the
Purple Sandpiper at Lake Dillon. I think the welfare of this bird should
come before the "money shot" photograph. We should all feel fortunate
just to witness this special visitor. We, as birders, are under the
scrutiny of a much larger audience, and I want us to surpass
expectations for our exemplary behavior. I beg that people stand back,
let the bird forage with a little space, and remain here as long as it
chooses. If it's flushed, where else can it go?

I know a little about allowing people to observe rare birds from an
appropriate distance and for an appropriate duration. I don't know what
I can do about the Purple Sandpiper, but I'm thinking I'd better
consider the implications of reporting mega rarities in my neck of the
woods.

Respectfully,

Duane Nelson

Las Animas, Bent County, CO


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