hello tweeties,

the most recently demystified mystery bird was a male Dickcissel, Spiza americana, as everyone correctly identified;

http://scienceblogs.com/grrlscientist/2009/01/todays_mystery_bird_for_you_to_66.php

be sure to check the link to read Rick's informative analysis for identifying this species.

today's mystery bird (thanks to me!), can be viewed here;

http://scienceblogs.com/grrlscientist/2009/01/todays_mystery_bird_for_you_to_76.php

although distinctive, this bird is a little bit tricky because it is not a North American species.

here's a cute picture and story about a Central Park bird by published author, Bob Levy, that you might enjoy;

http://scienceblogs.com/grrlscientist/2009/01/not_a_tiny_tiny_plush_toy.php

and of course, this is one of several stunning images of a kingfisher from a photoessay that you will enjoy;

http://scienceblogs.com/grrlscientist/2009/01/watching_and_waiting.php

cheers,

GrrlScientist
Devorah
http://scienceblogs.com/grrlscientist/
Roosting high up a tree somewhere in Central Park, NYC