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Bombycilla cedorum
Adult - Large size & red feather tips unlike juveniles.
Sighting occurred in urban location with fruit bearing trees (primary diet during this time of year). Migrates in groups, however no others were spotted. Appeared to be resting. Was unphased by physical contact. Did not exhibit signs of distress when being handled.
Spotted on Apr 1, 2013
Submitted on Apr 4, 2013
7 Comments
Bandit.
Great close ups!
Hi Helena, if you scroll down and read the "Life History" section on this page, there is a brief explanation of where the name comes from:
http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/cedar...
Hey um why is it called a wax wing? I read In a book if a birds wings waxed they can't fly is it a flightless bird or something?
Welcome to PN. Lovely pics for first entry!
Such majestic birds
Grandioso!! son lentes de sol genial ::bella captura ::