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Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

Description:

A conspicuous and aggressive bird of open country, the Western Kingbird is common throughout the western United States and southern Canada. It is often found around human habitation, and frequently uses telephone poles, fence posts, and other man-made structures for nesting.

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2 Comments

CynthiaMHori
CynthiaMHori 12 years ago

It was so much fun watching this bird. We were almost done with our river walk and there it was! What a treat. First one of the season. Spring is finally here in the Salt Lake area

alicelongmartin
alicelongmartin 12 years ago

Nice Kingbird.

CynthiaMHori
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CynthiaMHori

White City, Utah, USA

Spotted on May 8, 2011
Submitted on May 8, 2011

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