White-winged Crossbill (Loxia leucoptera), Kaibab NF, FR 22, Coconino County

This White-winged Crossbill was photographed by Patricia Isaacson on 14 September 2022, and by Chris McCreedy on 18 September.

Mega Rare to Arizona. Third record for Arizona if accepted. For several days, no fewer than birds were observed in the Demotte Campground using a drip for water.

These White-winged Crossbills were in a campground adjacent to Kaibab Lodge, where at least two individuals were reported to the ABC in early June 2022 - so it appears thaat they may have bred locally - given that there were at least two juviniles seen at the drip.

Medium sized Finch with a crisscrossed bill. Adult male is a vibrant Red with a Black tail and wings. Typically 2 white wing bars present, however, this male may be in molt as only one patch of white noted on wings. Juvenile heavily streaked above and below with crisscrossed bill and two white wingbars.

14 September 2022, photo by Patricia Isaacson

18 September 2022, photo by Chris McCreedy

12 September 2022, photo by Gary Rosenberg

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