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Your observation 6 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 ? Black, purple, or dark
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  3. 3
    What SHAPE was the TAIL ? Unknown
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  4. 4
    WHERE was the bird seen ? Northeastern Canada or United States
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  5. 5
    Did the bird show conspicuous or promient white in flight ? Yes
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  6. 6
    What colour was the TOP of HEAD ? White, or pale (grayish-white)
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Identification results

1 species match

1 rule inferred
  1. 1

    Common Nighthawk

    Why this matches 2 supporting observations
    • What TYPE of bird was seen ? Swallow-like
    • Did the bird show conspicuous or promient white in flight ? Yes
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