The eBirdr field guide

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Describe what you saw. We’ll narrow the field together.

Question 8 2 possible birds

What SIZE was the TAIL ?

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Your observation 7 answers recorded · open to review or change

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What TYPE of bird was seen ? Swallow-like
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2
What colour was the BELLY ? Orange, buff (orange-yellow), or tan
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3
What SHAPE was the TAIL ? Unknown
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4
Did the bird show conspicuous or promient white in flight ? Yes
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5
WHERE was the bird seen ? Northeastern Canada or United States
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What colour was the TOP of HEAD ? Unknown
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Where was the white seen in flight ? Mainly on the wings
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Leading possibilities

2 possibilities remain

1 rule inferred

1
Barn Swallow
Why this matches 2 supporting observations
- What TYPE of bird was seen ? Swallow-like
- What colour was the BELLY ? Orange, buff (orange-yellow), or tan
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2
Common Nighthawk
Why this matches 3 supporting observations
- What TYPE of bird was seen ? Swallow-like
- Did the bird show conspicuous or promient white in flight ? Yes
- Where was the white seen in flight ? Mainly on the wings
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