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

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One bird stands out.

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Your observation 4 answers recorded · open to review or change
  1. 1
    What TYPE of bird was seen ? Swallow-like
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  2. 2
    What colour was the BELLY ? Brown, or chestnut (reddish-brown)
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  3. 3
    What SHAPE was the TAIL ? Pointed or wedge-shaped
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  4. 4
    Was the RUMP or LOWER BACK light ? No
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Identification results

1 species match

1 rule inferred
  1. 1

    Black Swift

    Why this matches 3 supporting observations
    • What TYPE of bird was seen ? Swallow-like
    • What colour was the BELLY ? Brown, or chestnut (reddish-brown)
    • Was the RUMP or LOWER BACK light ? No
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