Rufous-backed Robin (Turdus rufopalliatus), Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Pinal County

This Rufous-backed Robin was discovered an photographed by Richard Ditch on 21 October 2009 at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum in a Chinese Pistachio tree near the picnic area.  Over the years this has been a productive spot for this species.

Rare but regular winter visitor to Arizona. Usually seen October through April.

Rufous back and coverts, lack of white markings around eye, long throat stripes. 

21 October 2009, photo by Richard Ditch