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Rare Dark-sided Flycatcher Spotted in California: Birdwatchers Flock!

9/29/2025

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A dark-sided flycatcher, a small brown bird from Asia, was spotted in California for the first time.
The sighting occurred September 17 at Charleston Retention Basin by Google’s Mountain View. Google provided parking and refreshments.
Attendance was 40 on day one and 80 on day two; travelers came from Michigan, New York, Washington.
The bird was last seen Friday evening, and its whereabouts are unknown.

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Story summary

A dark-sided flycatcher, a small brown bird from Asia, was spotted in California for the first time.
The sighting occurred September 17 at Charleston Retention Basin by Google’s Mountain View. Google provided parking and refreshments.
Attendance was 40 on day one and 80 on day two; travelers came from Michigan, New York, Washington.
The bird was last seen Friday evening, and its whereabouts are unknown.