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Re: Help with ID
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JB <[log in to unmask]>
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Fri, 25 May 2012 13:58:53 -0400
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Tim, your description sounds absolutely perfect for Blue-gray Gnatcatcher.

JB

Jen Brumfield
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On May 25, 2012, at 1:46 PM, "Hutson, Timothy B" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> So.... I was walking on the bike path south of 5th Ave. in Columbus, Ohio and saw a bird that I cannot identify.  I would appreciate some help.
> 
> The bird was very small; about the size of a warbler.  However, it had what looked to me to be an abnormally long tail.  As it flew I could see white borders on both sides of its tail.  I only saw it for a few seconds but it did not appear to have any other distinctive markings aside from what looked like a slightly darker cap on its head.   It appeared to be overall a uniform grey color.  It reminded me of a catbird but way smaller.   I flitted from branch to branch and nearly skimmed the top of my head as it flew away.  The area is bordered on the west by trees and honeysuckle leading down to the Olentangy River.  The area to the east is an open, mowed field.
> 
> Any help appreciated.
> 
> Thanks
> Tim
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