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Bronzed Cowbird
Molothrus aeneus
27.3364, -82.5307
Field Notes
Description:
A Central American bird, the Bronzed Cowbird makes its way to the United States only in the border states and Louisiana. Like other cowbirds, the female does not make a nest, but instead lays her eggs in the nests of other bird species. Cornell Lab
The red eye is distinctive
Habitat:
Celery Fields wetland among Boat-tailed Grackles & Red-winged Blackbirds
Notes:
This species is rather unusual in our area.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedNovember 20, 2011
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