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Posted by corunum (My Page) on

Sat, Jan 28, 12 at 14:45

This past week I saw 3 new breeds (to me) and thought some of you might like to see them too:

Harlequin Ducks - Sachuset Wildlife Refuge, Middletown, RI - they were almost 400ft away:

The first Yellow-bellied Sapsucker at my feeder:

And, today, a female Northern Cardinal considered 'leucistic' with her white head. Leucism is fairly rare in birds. I think she's lovely.

Kindly,
Jane
Link below to read about Leucism in birds

Here is a link that might be useful: Cornell Ornithology Dept. Leucism

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Posted by bob414 (My Page) on
Sat, Jan 28, 12 at 17:27

Nice. I always feel like I've had a good week when I see a bird that's new to me. Did you see the Hummingbird in the 'White Hummer' post? The site says it's albino but I think the bird would have pink eyes if it were a true albino. I think its a leucistic Ruby Throat.

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Posted by tsugajunkie (My Page) on
Sat, Jan 28, 12 at 18:46

Nice week indeed, Jane. Thanks for the pix.

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Posted by terrene (My Page) on
Tue, Jan 31, 12 at 21:01

Very interesting birding week you had there, Corunum! The pictures of the ducks are pretty decent considering they were so far away.

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