Monthly Archives: October 2012

The Vermilion Flycatcher, a Ruby with Wings

Of all the colorful birds in southeastern Arizona, the one certain to get your attention is the male Vermilion Flycatcher.  Perched on a low branch, his brilliant red crown and breast reflecting Arizona sunshine, he looks like a ruby with … Continue reading

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Fall Migration of Birds in Southeast Arizona

Home to some of the best watching in the country, southeast Arizona actually has four birding ‘seasons’.  Our resident birds, like Cactus Wrens, Curve-billed Thrashers and Northern Cardinals, live here year-round and give us a continuous ‘season’ of birding.  A … Continue reading

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