California Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica)

California Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica)
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California Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica)
About California Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica)
- Kingdom: Animals
- Phylum: Chordates
- Class: Birds
- Order: Perching Birds
- Family: Gnatwrens
The California gnatcatcher is a small, 10.8-centimetre-long (4.3 in) insectivorous bird which frequents dense coastal sage scrub growth. This species was recently split from the similar black-tailed gnatcatcher of the Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts. This bird is often solitary, but joins with other birds in winter flocks.
Source: Wikipedia
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2008-02-20
Isla Espiritu Santo, Mexico