Vermilion Flycatchers on Unique Perches
By Dan Weisz Red instantly attracts attention, makes people excited, energetic and increases the heart rate. -The Psychology of Color Vermilion Flycatchers can be found at just about any open field of grass throughout the Tucson valley. I recently observed several of them at an eastside cemetery which provided some interesting perch spots for these colorful birds. This brilliant male was perched on a fence post. One of his wing feathers was coming loose. A female Vermilion later perched on a different post of the same fence. From this typical hunting perch, the birds had a close view of any insects on the grass around them. Because of the holiday season, there were some interesting perches. For the families who left those "perches", they were a connection to the memories of their loved ones. For the Vermilion, the perches were nothing more than a spot to stop and rest, and a spot to look for insect prey from. For me, the perches added a dash of whimsy to the photos. This...
