I believe this to be a flycatcher of some type but have had a hard time trying to ID this one, my best guess at this point is a Ash-throated flycather??? Photographed in desert at Tucson, AZ.
Thanks for any help on this one.
Jim
Yes, this is a flycatcher - one of the Myiarchus family. Here in AZ that means: Ash-throated, Brown-crested, and Dusky-capped. And if you want to consider more remote possibilities: Nutting's Flycatcher (one confirmed record from Patagonia Lake State Park 8 or so years ago.
Based on paleness of the bird and the size of the bill I'd go with Ash-throated Flycatcher.
Well it was nice to confirm that I was at least on the right page (NG Field Guide). Interesting bird forum thread, such subtle differences between these birds.
Thanks for the ID and link.
Posted by Brian Gatlin on June 15, 2010 at 12:55 PM
Like Rich said, there are 3 Myiarchus species in Arizona, with Ash-throated being by far the most common and widespread through a variety of habitats. Dusky-capped are found only in the mountains of SE AZ, while Brown-crested stick to riparian areas. Although the species do overlap in habitat, the bird here looks like it's perched in a creosote bush (I think), which makes it very likely an Ash-throated based on habitat alone. Again, as Rich said, the appearance is consistent w/ ATFL also.
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4 repliesThanks for any help on this one.
Jim
Yes, this is a flycatcher - one of the Myiarchus family. Here in AZ that means: Ash-throated, Brown-crested, and Dusky-capped. And if you want to consider more remote possibilities: Nutting's Flycatcher (one confirmed record from Patagonia Lake State Park 8 or so years ago.
Based on paleness of the bird and the size of the bill I'd go with Ash-throated Flycatcher.
Thanks for the ID and link.