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Prickly Perch: Verdin on Ocotillo

The verdin is a small, agile songbird native to the arid deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Frequently seen flitting through thorny shrubs and towering cacti, such as this ocotillo, it tirelessly searches for insects, spiders, and nectar. With its resourcefulness and resilience, the verdin is perfectly adapted to its harsh desert habitat

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Uploaded on January 13, 2025