Rufous-capped Warbler (Basileuterus rufifrons), Hunter Canyon, Cochise County

This Rufous-capped Warbler was photographed by Barry McKenzie on 07 April 2018

There are ~30 accepted records of Rufous-capped Warbler for Arizona, including observations of multiple birds and nesting attempts, and numerous pending reports. Some sites such as this one have hosted long staying multiple individuals. Rufous-capped Warblers were discovered in Hunter Canyon in September 2013 and have been present continously since.

Broad rufous crown stripes and bright yellow breast make this species nearly unmistakeable.

07 April 2018, photo by Barry McKenzie

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