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Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

Photo by CynthiaMHori
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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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CynthiaMHori
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

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PublishedMay 8, 2011

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