The Curve-Billed Thrasher (Toxostoma curvirostre) is a common resident of the Sonoran Desert. It is a grayish bird with a down-curved bill,long tail and a yellow-coloured eye. Its nest is generally placed within a cholla cactus where it is well protected by cactus spines. It is a rapid runner and does most of its feeding on the ground. The strong,decurved bill is used for digging into the soil for insects. Saguaro National Park Tucson,AZ | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Lorenz, C.K. |
Taille de l’image : | 4096 px × 2731 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
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