vermilion flycatcher pyrocephalus obscurus male hunting over lake brazos bend state park texas

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Vermilion flycatcher (*Pyrocephalus obscurus*) male hunting over lake, Brazos Bend State Park, texas

A Vermilion Flycatcher (*Pyrocephalus obscurus*) is captured mid-flight over a reflective lake at Brazos Bend State Park in Texas. The bird displays vibrant red plumage with dark wings outstretched, casting a striking reflection in the water below. The background features blurred reeds and branches, adding a natural habitat context. The serene lake surface and vivid coloring of the bird create a dynamic and picturesque scene of avian behavior in a wetland environment.