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Not BCC, Bird Pair ID help

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Posted by Bill Maile on May 20, 2011 at 11:57 AM
Not BCC, Bird Pair ID help
As I was looking for an osprey, this pair flew onto the branches you see. I thought I was shooting a pair of black-capped Chickadees, but now that I'm home it seems apparent with the lack of white cheeks, the longer tails, etc. that's not the case. I thought maybe another type of chickadee, but haven't found one to match. Thought maybe nuthatch of some sort, but think I struck out there... so I come to the Avian experts for help!! Also, worth posting with a little more PSE help??

Thank you as always.
Posted by Mia McPherson on May 20, 2011 at 12:02 PM
They look like Eastern Kingbirds to me
Posted by Philip Schwarz on May 20, 2011 at 2:05 PM
I would agree an Eastern Kingbird.
Posted by Luke Ormand on May 20, 2011 at 2:16 PM
Eastern Kingbirds is spot on. When they fly you will notice the white fringing the tail feathers.
Posted by Luke Ormand on May 20, 2011 at 2:18 PM
As far as worth posting - the image doesn't do much for me due to the lighting conditions. There are a couple Eastern Kingbird shots in my gallery if you want to take a look.

It didn't matchup with chickadees or nuthatches because those birds are probably half the size.