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

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One bird stands out.

This is the only species compatible with your answers.

Your observation 10 answers recorded · open to review or change
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    What TYPE of bird was seen ? Sandpiper-like
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    What colour was the BELLY ? Unknown
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    How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
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    What colour was the THROAT ? Brown, or chestnut (reddish-brown)
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    What colour were the LEGS or FEET ? Unknown
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    What colour was the BILL ? Blue
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    What colour was the BREAST ? Red, or pink
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    Was the HEAD striped ? Yes
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    What LENGTH was the BILL ? Long
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    What FACIAL or HEAD features were noted if any ? Light area running up the side of the neck or head
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Identification results

1 species match

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    Wilson's Snipe

    Why this matches 4 supporting observations
    • What TYPE of bird was seen ? Sandpiper-like
    • How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
    • Was the HEAD striped ? Yes
    • What LENGTH was the BILL ? Long
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