[Shrikes of the American Southwest]

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

Loggerhead Shrike: Lanius ludovicianus - Loggerhead Shrike: Lanius ludovicianus - Loggerhead Shrike: Lanius ludovicianus

An adult (left) and juvenile (center and right) loggerhead shrikes observed in a California juniper as seen in Hornblend Canyon, located on the west side of Highway S-2 at about MP 26.1, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park..........March 30, 2010. Note the broad eye mask and stout bill on the adult.

Paul Slichter