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Pyrrhuloxia - male sitting near our campsite
Thomas P Brown

Pyrrhuloxia - male sitting near our campsite (Cardinalis sinuatus)

I rarely get to see these beautiful relatives to the Cardinal, so when I do, it is a bonus day for me!! And then to have one hang around for photos...well, I am like a kid in a candy store!!

This is the C.s. peninsulae subspecies
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Habitat
Arroyo scrub brush
Location
Bahai Los Frailies
Date taken
3-19-2016
Scientific name
Cardinalis sinuatus
Equipment used
Nikon D300 400mm
KC Foggin
Supporter
They are so cute and look almost like their Cardinalis cardinalis relatives although I do think this one is a wee bit cuter ;) So nicely captured Tom.
 
Stanley Jones
Supporter
What a handsome chap this is and beautifully photographed in a great setting. Exceptional Tom!!!
 
bajadreamer
Very nice composition with the green foilage for contrast. A photo well worth posting and enjoying.
 

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Central & South America & Mexico
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