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Early or late migration
KC Foggin

Early or late migration (Setophaga tigrina)

Cape May Warbler
The Cape May warbler is a species of New World warbler. It breeds in northern North America. Its breeding range spans all but the westernmost parts of southern Canada, the Great Lakes region, and New England and the eastern coast of the USA.
The tongue of the Cape May Warbler is unique among warblers. It is curled and semitubular, used to collect nectar.
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Habitat
Spruce and Pine Trees which I have plenty of.
Location
Backyard, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Date taken
January
Scientific name
Setophaga tigrina
Equipment used
Nikon D90, SIGMA 80-400/4.5-5.6 DG OS. plus a 1+1/4 extender, hand held
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Reactions: delia todd, Scozmos, Danielbirdwatcher and 1 other person
ammadoux
Aw how lovely this is, such a fabulous little cutie in this most lovely setting.

wonder where are the chiffchaffs here they should be here by now, and many are seeing birds that should have passed in last October.
 
bievreJJ
beautiful portrait of this off-season warbler, KC, lovely pose and setting, top class, many tfs!!
 

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