Bird Identification Help: This little one was bouncing all over the trees in search of bugs. I have not been able to identify any help would be appreciated...

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May 30, 2015 11:24:11 #

Homer60 Loc: Lyons, Illinois

This little one was bouncing all over the trees in search of bugs.
I have not been able to identify any help would be appreciated

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May 30, 2015 11:31:13 #

nealabello Loc: SB Wine Country

Looks a lot like a Ruby-crowned Kinglet but check with others.

May 30, 2015 11:55:25 #

A. J. Loc: PA. USA

Homer60 wrote:

This little one was bouncing all over the trees in search of bugs.
I have not been able to identify any help would be appreciated

Nice pic. :thumbup:

I'm leaning toward a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, 1st year.

Reference Books: Sibley Guide to the Birds (second edition)

Stokes Field Guide to the Birds of North America

May 30, 2015 12:00:42 #

Homer60 Loc: Lyons, Illinois

nealabello wrote:

Looks a lot like a Ruby-crowned Kinglet but check with others.

Thanks for the suggestion. I have some captures of Ruby Crowned the white around the eye is not as circular.

May 30, 2015 12:03:23 #

Homer60 Loc: Lyons, Illinois

A. J. wrote:

Nice pic. :thumbup:

I'm leaning toward a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, 1rst year.

Reference Book: Sibley Guide to the Birds (second edition)

I just used google (with your reference) and I agree, this one I can add to my sightings list.
Thank you for the help much obliged.

May 30, 2015 12:31:08 #

A. J. Loc: PA. USA

Homer60 wrote:

I just used google (with your reference) and I agree, this one I can add to my sightings list.
Thank you for the help much obliged.

Your welcome.
Congrats. on a New Life Bird

May 31, 2015 10:20:01 #

rob7789 Loc: Florida

A. J. is correct. It's a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher.

May 31, 2015 23:06:08 #

Homer60 Loc: Lyons, Illinois

rob7789 wrote:

A. J. is correct. It's a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher.

Thanks for your confirmation:)

May 31, 2015 23:47:47 #

sailorsmom Loc: Souderton, PA

Whatever he is, he's adorable and this is a very good shot, Mike!

Jun 1, 2015 07:52:49 #

Homer60 Loc: Lyons, Illinois

sailorsmom wrote:

Whatever he is, he's adorable and this is a very good shot, Mike!

Thank you, the little guy finally stopped and was facing me glad the camera focused correctly.

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