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Territory Establishment

One of the most iconic signs of spring in the United States is the return and territory establishment of male Red-winged Blackbirds in cattail marshes. Males travel around their territories singing from sentinel perches to establish territories and attract mates. This male was particularly cooperative and tolerated my presence while he displayed repeatedly.

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Uploaded on May 9, 2015
Taken on March 21, 2015