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Jane McCreary's avatar

I love this bird. The first time I saw them was near the Nogales border near a large pond. If I remember correctly several Cottonwood trees. Thanks

Dan Weisz's avatar

They are a special bird! I'm glad you have seen them

Lesley kramer's avatar

Great story!

Steven Kessel's avatar

Excellent narrative and images.

Dan Weisz's avatar

Thanks Steve

Elizabeth Healy's avatar

Completely amazing photos and story! The face changing color so dramatically is something that I had never seen before. Thank you Dan!!

Sally Hansen's avatar

Informative as always - thanks!

Dan Weisz's avatar

Thank you Sally

Michele Weisz's avatar

Great documentation! Their rattling call reminds me of a Belted Kingfisher.

Dan Weisz's avatar

They do have a unique call, that's for sure.

Calvin Kunin's avatar

Life in the wild - Nice series!

Dan Weisz's avatar

Thanks Calvin

Ned Harris's avatar

Well done, Dan. Thanks for documenting this interesting behavior.

Dan Weisz's avatar

Thank you Ned