Hi All,

Kevin Aanerud brought it to my attention, that the photos of the
Magnuson mockingbird look better for Long-tailed Mockingbird than for a
Northern Mockingbird. And, I would have to agree with Kevin. The white
and black marking about the head seem to support this along with the
very long tail. I did not find photos of juvenile Northern Mockingbirds
with such head features.

I believe the chance of natural vagrancy for Long-tailed here is about
nil, though I honestly have not researched that. But, it looks like a
very awesome bird to check out regardless.

Cheers and good birding,
Brad Waggoner
Bainbridge Island, Washington
mailto:wagtail24 at gmail.com