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Icterus cucullatus
Entirely orange or orange-yellow head, nape, rump, and underparts. Black bib and narrow mask. Back black, with pale edges in fresh plumages. Wings black with two white wingbars, the upper one wide and bold, the lower one narrow. Tail black.
Breeds in areas with scattered trees, such as desert oases and along streams. Also in mesquite brush. Common in urban and suburban areas. Fond of palm trees.
Spotted on Dec 31, 2012
Submitted on Mar 14, 2013
2 Comments
Thank you Jakubko
Spectacular spotting!