White-winged Dove
Adult Description Size: 11.5” Plumage/Description: Male and female plumage similar. A large dove species, larger than Mourning Dove. In flight large patch of white visible on upper wing, tip of tail outlined with white feathers. When at rest the entire wing has a...
Williamson’s Sapsucker
Male Female Description Size: 9” Plumage/Description: Male plumage is very striking. Overall mostly black, with distinctive markings including a white line through the eye extending to the nape, and a white line from the base of the beak extending through the cheek...
Cassin’s Finch
Male Female Description Size: 6.25” Plumage/Description: Male plumage is striking in good light. Feathers on crown appear slightly raised, almost like a crest, and are a brilliant, intense red color. Red on throat, breast, and rump. Female plumage is heavy,...Canyon Wren
Size: 5.75” Plumage/Description: Male and female plumage similar. Gray head, white throat, and a rich Rufous color on belly, wings, back, and tail. Long, slightly curved bill for probing in rock crevices. Habitat: Pinyon/Juniper, Ponderosa Time of year: ...Weekly Articles
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Online Bird Guide
Interested in learning more about local birds? We have a wonderful online bird guide set up. This guide is here to help assist casual, novice or beginner backyard birders.
