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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 8 answers recorded · open to review or change
  1. 1
    What TYPE of bird was seen ? Sparrow-like
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    What colour was the THROAT ? Black, purple, or dark
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  3. 3
    What colour was the TOP of HEAD ? Orange, buff (orange-yellow), or tan
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  4. 4
    What SHAPE was the TAIL ? Unknown
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    What colour was the BREAST ? White, or pale (grayish-white)
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    What were the EYE markings if any ? None
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    Was the RUMP or LOWER BACK light ? Yes
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    What colour was the BELLY ? Rufous (dull-red or rust-colored)
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Identification results

1 species match

2 rules inferred
  1. 1

    Hoary Redpoll

    Why this matches 5 supporting observations
    • What TYPE of bird was seen ? Sparrow-like
    • What colour was the THROAT ? Black, purple, or dark
    • What colour was the TOP of HEAD ? Orange, buff (orange-yellow), or tan
    • What colour was the BREAST ? White, or pale (grayish-white)
    • Was the RUMP or LOWER BACK light ? Yes
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