Photo by BarrytheBirder
Northern Shrike (Lanius excubitor)
The Northern Shrike is slightly larger and darker than the Loggerhead Shrike, with a paler head and back and lightly barred underparts. Mask is narrower than in the Loggerhead Shrike and does not extend above the eye. Its bill is longer, with a more distinct hook. It is uncommon and often perches in tall trees. Southern range limit and numbers on the wintering grounds vary unpredictably from year to year.
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