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texas salute
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texas salute (tyrannus forficatus)

this young scissor-tailed flycatcher is currently visiting mast park here in the san diego area. i would normally expect to see them in texas hence the caption.
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Habitat
by the winter berries
Location
mast park, santee, ca.
Date taken
2-2-06
Scientific name
tyrannus forficatus
Equipment used
canon 1dmk2, 400 5.6
psilo
Not seen a photo of one of these birds posted in ages. Beautiful shot Richard, thanks!
 
SueO
I didn't know we had these in San Diego, but I had really just gotten into birding when I left 6 years ago. I did see a Silky Flycatcher. I've got a lot to look forward to when I get home. Thanks for the post, it's a great photo, and good info.
 

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