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Mango Thriller



Good Evening!
The Green-breasted Mango gave quite a show through most of the morning until my time of departure at 11:30 am today. The National Geographic 3rd edition does little justice to the bird. A much better representation is Kaufman's Birds of North America (page 219). Although viewing was under cloudy conditions, there were times where a brilliant burst of rufous/ brick red would emanate from the tail leading to oohs and aahs from the approximate 25 people scrutinizing the bird. Make sure you sign and then scan the guest book to get a sense of the magnitude this bird's presence is having around the country. 
Thanks Eric for the tips on using a digital camera through a spotting scope. A little digging through my manual allowed me to locate that flower symbol!
Thank God for allowing that bird to stick around through this 4 day holiday and for Lori Turner's hospitality!
Good Mangoing,
Joe Harris
Raleigh, NC
lharris@nc.rr.com