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Red-winged Blackbird
Agelaius phoeniceus
40.6331, -89.3985
Field Notes
Description:
A little larger than a Robin, this immature bird is more clorful at this stage than either parent. This young bird is striped on the underside and a light colored eyebar. It will darken with age and become less colorful.
Habitat:
Almost always found around aquatic settings with shoreline vegetation. These birds stake out territory and are relatively noisey and aggressive in this pursuit.
Reference Links:
Red-winged Blackbird
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedSeptember 7, 2011
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