September 17, 2023
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Clay-colored Sparrow, Santa Gertrudis 9-16-23
This bird really got my attention. There were several very dull Brewer’s Sparrows foraging the seed heads and the Clay-colored just popped up in front of me near the Brewer’s.
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Berylline Hummingbird, Santa Rita Lodge 9-12-23
It’s getting a bit late for some of these birds. Lucifers are still being seen in Ash Canyon.
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Rufous Hummingbirds, Santa Rita Lodge 9-12-23
It has been suggested that the top bird may be a Calliope
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Varied Bunting, Box Canyon 9-12-23
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Please don’t ask, Santa Gertrudis 9-16-23.
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Great photos, Eric!