Ovenbird - a first for Norway

The first Ovenbird and second Parula for Norway at Karmøy in western Norway.

RARE BIRDS

Frode Falkenberg

10/26/20031 min read

This stunning Ovenbird, a first for Norway, was discovered by Frank Steinkjellå on October 25th. 2003, at Karmøy in Rogaland county. Being found during a week-end, the news initiated one of the largest twitches ever in Norway.

The pointed tail feathers indicate a first-year bird. It was extremely confiding (poor condition?). Anyway, it fed on the ground and gave breathtaking views when these photos were taken on the 26th.

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