S. Michigan, USA-- solid gray bird w/ black markings? (1 Viewer)

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wramos

New member

• Jun 15, 2009

• #1

Hello there. My dad (living in southeastern Michigan) has been observing a gray bird in his backyard for the past few weeks (June, 2009) and we have not been successful at identifying it. He told me that he has not seen this type of bird in his yard before and that it seems rather tame. I thought it might be a gray catbird but it has no red markings and the tail is squared off, not rounded. Could it be a juvenile gray catbird?

 

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Last edited: Jun 15, 2009

Larry Lade

Moderator

• Jun 15, 2009

• #2

Hi wramos,

From all the BirdForum Moderators and Administration, Welcome!

We are glad to have you join us in our appreciation of nature, especially wild birds.

We hope you find this site enjoyable and rewarding.


Yes, it is a Gray Catbird.

 

Daddylion

The Daddy Lion

• Jun 15, 2009

• #3

I agree with Larry- it's a Gray Catbird.

 

MLoyko

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• Jun 15, 2009

• #4

Thirded, the red marking are on the underside near the vent region. They are usually hard to see unless you are close and they are holding the tail right.

 

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wramos

New member

• Jun 15, 2009

• #5

WOW! Thank you for the quick responses. I appreciate it since I'm a newcomer here.
Now I believe my dad owes me dinner!