POTD 7/12/25
UNUSUAL SPOTTING - Hunting for Monarchs in a meadow down the road - we spotted a bird on the wire that we had not seen before. A Red Crossbill - unusual in our area anytime - but especially unusual to see one in Summer. They have distinctive mandibles, crossed at the tip, which enable them to extract seeds from conifer cones and other fruits.
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Bill(non-registered)
Nice shot. Never seen a crossbill and spent a lot of time outdoors. Thanks for the posting.
John M Poltrack(non-registered)
Today I learned something new, Interesting bird
Janie Western(non-registered)
Oh my goodness!! This is a great pic -- I have never seen a crossbill! But I've heard of them written into the plots of Brit Box TV shows and movies - thanks for capturing this!
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