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The long-tailed mockingbird (''Mimus longicaudatus'') is a species of bird in the Mimidae family. It is found in dry scrubland and woodland in western Ecuador. In Peru it is found throughout the coastal region, although much less so south of Ica. The bird favours open habitats with scattered low bushes and shrubs, such as forest edge and young second growth, montane scrub.〔 It is frequently found in gardens and parks. It often feeds on the ground, running forwards on relatively long legs. ==Description== An attractive, thrush-like bird, the long-tailed mockingbird has an with a long, elegant tail which it carries at a pert angle whilst on the ground. Its plumage is made up of grey, cappuccino, and dun coloured feathers. The outer tail feathers are broadly tipped white. Its face has been described as harlequin patterned. The juvenile is duller, with a dark iris, and is spotted or streaked on underparts.〔 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア(Wikipedia)』 ■ウィキペディアで「Long-tailed mockingbird」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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