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from River Garden Bird Guide Vol. 1, page 10

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COMMON GRACKLE Quiscalus quiscula

Relatively large, with long legs and a long tail. They have a flat head and a long, downwardcurved beak. From a distance, the Common Grackle appears to be solid black, however up close one can see their iridescent body, as well as their golden eyes.

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The Common Grackle is found in a variety of habitats including agricultural feedlots, city parks, meadows, and woodlands.

The female chooses the nest site. FIELD NOTES:

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