Verdin (Auriparus flaviceps ). A busy denizen of scrub in the southern parts of NM. Verdins are the only New World representatives of the Remizidae, a family that includes the penduline tits of Eurasia (Remiz) and Africa (Anthoscopus). #birds #birding #newmexico #birdwatcher

“This one’s OK, but I was hoping for a more open floor plan.” A female Wood Duck inspects a possible nest site. Yes, they nest in trees! #birds #birding #forest #wildlife

White-breasted Nuthatch. ”A chunky, neckless, child’s fist-sized wind up toy of a bird whose ability to hop headfirst down the tree trunks distinguishes it as a nuthatch.” -Pete Dunne
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Phainopeplas are part of the Silky Flycatcher family that can be seen in riparian areas (especially near mistletoe clusters) throughout the southwestern US and Mexico and are gorgeous. #phainopepla
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