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One bird stands out.

This is the only species compatible with your answers.

Your observation 5 answers recorded · open to review or change
  1. 1
    What TYPE of bird was seen ? Hawk-like
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    How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
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  3. 3
    What SHAPE was the TAIL ? Pointed or wedge-shaped
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  4. 4
    What colour PATTERN if any was shown on the BREAST ? Streaked lengthwise (from head to tail)
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  5. 5
    What colour was the BREAST ? Rufous (dull-red or rust-colored)
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Identification results

1 species match

1 rule inferred
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    Sharp-shinned Hawk

    Why this matches 4 supporting observations
    • What TYPE of bird was seen ? Hawk-like
    • How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
    • What colour PATTERN if any was shown on the BREAST ? Streaked lengthwise (from head to tail)
    • What colour was the BREAST ? Rufous (dull-red or rust-colored)
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