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the Great-tailed Grackle
Photo Location: Colorado River, AZ ISO: 80 
Posted By: Bob Harris, 05-13-2011, 07:48 PM

Interesting bird to watch, as they walk along the ground, they suddenly stop and stare straight up at the sky for a couple of seconds, walk a little bit and go through the ritual again. The 2nd photo I caught is of a bird flying above and going away from me, lucky to get the focus on the head as I did.

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Interesting, I've never seen a Grackle do that.
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Interesting, I've never seen a Grackle do that.
It may be some type of mating dance, not sure, but the birds are consistent on their routine. thanks for looking Bob
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First time I see one, makes me think of our crows. Your timing was spot on with the second one Bob!

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Magnificent bastard.

It's called neck-craning and is a breeding display. It's purpose is not to attract females but to intimidate other males away from his breeding territory.

The common Grackle has a similar display.
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Magnificent bastard.

It's called neck-craning and is a breeding display. It's purpose is not to attract females but to intimidate other males away from his breeding territory.

The common Grackle has a similar display.
thanks for the information, I read a little bit about the bird, but could not find an explanation, appreciate the comment. Bob
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First time I see one, makes me think of our crows. Your timing was spot on with the second one Bob!
they are black as crows, thanks for the kind words. Bob

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