[mou] SUMMER TANAGER found again at Lebanon Hills

[Drewbec@aol.com]

I'm posting this message on behalf of Jim Mattsson, who found this bird this 
morning.

This is a beautiful singing male bird, in complete alternate plumage. It was 
located fairly close to the area described by Dave Elwood in his post last 
Friday, and is likely the same bird. There is a chance the bird may be on 
territory since it has been hanging around this vicinity for nearly a week. Please 
exercise responsible ethics when looking for this easy to find bird. The song is 
similar to an American Robin's with a raspiness to it. It is also calling, 
which is accurately described in most field guides. Look for the bird at 
mid-level in the trees. Any additional information about a mate or possible nest 
location would be appreciated. This is a first county record.

Directions: From the parking lot at Holland Lake (entrance at Cliff Rd and 
Lexington Ave., in Eagan), follow the trail west around the lake. At the top of 
the first hill, take the trail to your right. Go passed the next trail, and 
then go right at the next trail intersection. A large arrow has been scraped on 
the ground here. Follow the trail passed the shelter, until you find a spot on 
the trail where 3 lines have been scraped across the trail. The bird was seen 
in the trees on the left.

Drew Smith
Eagan, Dakota County