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Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

Photo by Laurine
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Field Notes

Description:

The Common Grackle is a common and often urban blackbird of eastern North America. They appear black from a distance, but up close they have glossy purple heads and a bright golden eye.

Habitat:

Backyard.

Notes:

This particular bird has a leg tag.

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Common Grackle

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