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One bird stands out.

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Your observation 6 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 ? Orange, buff (orange-yellow), or tan
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    How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
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    What colour was the BILL ? Blue
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    What colour were the LEGS or FEET ? Rufous (dull-red or rust-colored)
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    What colour PATTERN if any was shown on the BREAST ? Barred crosswise (from side to side)
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Identification results

1 species match

1 rule inferred
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    Spotted Sandpiper

    Why this matches 4 supporting observations
    • What TYPE of bird was seen ? Sandpiper-like
    • What colour was the BELLY ? Orange, buff (orange-yellow), or tan
    • How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
    • What colour PATTERN if any was shown on the BREAST ? Barred crosswise (from side to side)
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