Slopes Of Mt. Lemmon

Heading towards the top of Mt. Lemmon outside Tucson, Arizona, past Thimble Peak Vista and 7 Falls lookout, the road finally enters a forested canyon – the first tall pines, junipers, etc. Stop at Cypress Picnic Area or Middle Bear Pullout for a great place to see, e.g., Acorn Woodpecker and Kinglet lookalike Hutton’s Vireo:

Hutton’s Vireo w/ snack
Acorn Woodpecker
Bell’s Vireo
Blue Grosbeak (male)
Bell’s Vireo II

Medley of alternating Acorn Woodpecker x female Northern Cardinal:


Finally, lots of Hutton’s Vireo: