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Caracara cheriway
Large, long-legged raptor. Black cap with short crest at back. Pale sides of back and neck. Bare red skin on face. Black body. White tail with wide black tip. White patches at ends of dark wings. Faint barring on upper back and breast. — All About Birds
A tropical falcon version of a vulture, the Crested Caracara reaches the United States only in Arizona, Texas, and Florida. It is a bird of open country, where it often is seen at carrion with vultures.
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Congratulations Bonnie!
Congratulations Bonnie, this perfectly timed shot is our Spotting of the Day!
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Nice guy and spotting