Observations by denise1

This species was found last spring in the same spot. I counted 23 birds (male and female) though others have seen as many as 30 birds. This species is also being seen in three different locations about 7-10 miles from this spot. Tricoloreds were found in these areas also last spring. It’s suspected the birds are breeding in Idaho.

I’m confused by these birds. At first I thought they were Mountain Bluebirds but after seeing the rust on the chest and head, I’m leaning towards Western Bluebirds. The wings were a bright blue. The birds were seen in an open, rocky field south of where Western Bluebirds are known to nest.