Bohemian Waxwing in the Rain

Raindrops fall as a Bohemian waxwing perches atop of a shrub in north Idaho.

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Claire Hamilton

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That is one beautiful bird, beautifully captured! Posted 10 years ago
1. travismorhardt
  
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  Thanks! They are really fun to watch because this time of year they form big social flocks and sing and flutter around all day. Posted 10 years ago

The Bohemian Waxwing

The Bohemian Waxwing is a member of the waxwing family of passerines. A sleek bird, 18–21 cm long with a pointed crest, it travels in large, nomadic groups with a strong, direct flight. It breeds in coniferous forests throughout the most northern parts of Europe, Asia and western North America.

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Similar species: Perching Birds

Species identified by travismorhardt