Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula), Horseshoe Ranch Headquarters at Agua Fria Monument, Yavapai County

This Common Grackle was discovered and photographed by Mark Sharon on 26 April 2013

There are about 20 accepted records for the state with several more pending. This species has been expanding in New Mexico and may be expected to occur more often in Arizona in the future.

Iridescent blue head contrasting with bronzy back and and wings, stout bill, light eyes.

26 April 2013, photo by Mark Sharon

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