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Feb 25 2026
outside normal range
Early morning at Mirador Rio Blanco, the shards of light piercing through the mid-level canopy brought out the brilliant plummage on this male Lineated Woodpecker.
Mar 4
45
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Feb 25 2026
Although this will be upload 47 of this species, one could never tire of seeing the magnificent bird. In this case, on full display at Mirador Rio Blanco, Los Bancos.
Mar 4
41
Feb 25 2026
At Mirador Rio Blanco, Los Bancos. A stunning bird to see in person - and the white line was visible with the wings up. Thanks to Sue and AHmad for the help with the identification, and to Patricio for his great feeder setup!
Mar 4
43
Feb 26 2026
At Birdwatcher's House - east of Los Bancos
Mar 4
39
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Feb 26 2026
An awkward capture - but given it was a new species (it seemed at the time) had to do my best through the foliage. Birdwatcher's House - east of Los Bancos
Mar 4
42
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Feb 26 2026
At Birdwatcher's House near Los Bancos.
Mar 3
46
Feb 26 2026
Had to pay attention to every bird in Ecuador - including a Tree Swallow look-a-like. Venicio's Birdwatcher's House east of Los Bancos.
Mar 3
46
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