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California Towhee

Melozone crissalis

Description:

"Your first encounter with a California Towhee may be prompted by a tireless knocking at your window or car mirror: these common backyard birds habitually challenge their reflections. But California Towhees are at heart birds of the tangled chaparral and other hot scrublands of California and Oregon. You’re as likely to hear their bright chip notes along a secluded trail as on your way out your front door. If you live in the Southwest, look for this bird’s twin, the Canyon Towhee." -All About Birds

Habitat:

"California Towhees live in chaparral and other tangled, shrubby, and dry habitats. They’re also at home in the small backyards and neighborhood parks of lowland California towns."-All About Birds

Notes:

Found in my Grandmother's yard!

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oLIVIaLOU11
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oLIVIaLOU11

Ranchos Palos Verdes, California, USA

Spotted on Mar 16, 2014
Submitted on Jun 27, 2014

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