or not a Bendire’s Thrasher, near Agua Caliente, 2 October

Thanks to Curtis for pointing out that this short-tailed thrasher does appear to show some hint of wing bars and a poor photo of a worn Sage Thrasher is the simplest explanation. Apologies to anyone who bolted out there – at least Nancy and Mel were already in the desert. 

Justyn Stahl

North Park