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Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans semiatra
33.0737, -117.063
Field Notes
Description:
Black bird with white underside in the shape of an inverted "V". The head is conical shaped head. There is light edging on wings and tail.
Habitat:
Kit Carson park. This is a subspecies and the range is "Southwest United States to western Mexico, including Baja California. It is always found near water, and is often found at coastal cliffs, river/lake banks, or even park fountains. Habitats must also include a supply of mud for nest building, and the birds' specialized nesting requirements probably cause their somewhat irregular range." - Wikipedia
Notes:
This bird is part of the family Tyrranidae which is the largest family of birds on Earth, with more than 400 species. This qualifies this bird to be in the NWF National Wildlife Week mission for Record Breakers.
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