Olive-sided Flycatcher by PatGoltz
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Description
Contopus cooperi.
Some birds aren't as fancy as others, but I like 'em anyway. :) This particular photo has significance for me because I actually got to "know" this bird a little. He liked sitting on top of that one-stick snag, about 10 feet off the ground, where he could see all around himself easily. I saw him there on more than one occasion. Found in Sweetwater Wetlands, southern Arizona, USA. I am also happy with this photograph because I took it with a 1300mm lens, hand-held.
The habit of sitting in a conspicuous treetop perch is typical of these birds, and they feed off large insects. In this case, I'm sure he found the abundant dragonflies very tasty.
Some people say that this bird's song sounds like he's saying, "Quick, three beers." I find descriptions like this helpful to learn to recognize bird songs, and when I hear a song, then I know what to look for.
Comments (5)
Mondwin
Splendid portrait my dear!!!Bravissima!V:DDD.Hugsxx Whylma
ariz
Really like what you are doing here. Good photos and educational about the desert life in Az.
phfrancke
he looks like a happy fellow. Thanks for these images and commentary. Every day I see and learn something new - this sounds dumb I know, but now I know a quail if I see one. And good job holding that lens.
Hubert
Great shot!
RodolfoCiminelli
Excellent shot my friend......!!!