Focus on Flycatchers Field Trip
GUIDE:Homer Hansen
2008

 

 


Friday, April 25
Departure: 7am
Return: 3pm
Rating: 3
Cost: $40
This trip will take us into prime flycatcher country. First we’ll learn the basics of distinguishing among the species in a presentation by Homer Hansen

Photo compliments of "Wings Over Wilcox" birding festival.
Thank you.

of Wings Over Willcox” fame. The presentation will focus on characteristics, behaviors, and other clues for the identification of flycatchers. This will be a detailed presentation useful for the expert and beginner alike. Homer will then lead you on a trip to seek out flycatchers and try out your new skills. Species that might be seen include Gray Flycatcher and other “Empids,” Black Phoebe, Say’s Phoebe, Vermilion Flycatcher, Brown-crested Flycatcher, Ash-throated Flycatcher, Western Kingbird, and Cassin’s Kingbird. Box lunch is included.