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Spotted Towhee
Phil Juvet

Spotted Towhee (pipilo maculatus)

When there is snow on the ground these come to my feeder.
Habitat
Pines and oaks in Sierra Foothills.
Location
Grass Valley, CA
Date taken
12-07-2013
Scientific name
pipilo maculatus
Equipment used
Cannon EOS 5D MK III with Canon 100-400 mm lens.
Wow Phil, this is just gorgeous! I know how hard it is to get these birds out in the open so well done! Love the sprinkles of snow-we just got the frost.

Vicki
 
Good image. Yeah, cold weather, especially snow, will drive these birds out of their customary deep cover seeking food. :t: :t:
 

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