I am wondering if this Red-breasted Sapsucker is a hybrid with Red-naped?
I think pure Red-breasteds are pretty darn rare in Harney County but there
have been quite a few reports lately. Hybrids of the two are fairly
regular though. This bird has a bit too much dark in the crown and neck
area I think but would love to hear from others. It is nice Cory was able
to get a photo.
Tim Rodenkirk
Coos Bay
Red-breasted Sapsucker (Sphyrapicus ruber) (2)
- Reported Sep 12, 2019 17:10 by Cory Gregory
- Malheur NWR--P Ranch, Harney, Oregon
- Map:
http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&t=p&z=13&q=42.827796,-118.887434&ll=42.827796,-118.887434
- Checklist: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S59881485
- Media: 1 Photo
- Comments: "found earlier during our picnic lunch. Came back later and
was able to get a picture of two."
