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This is the only species compatible with your answers.

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 ? Gray, or blue-gray
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    What LENGTH was the BILL ? Medium
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    What colour was the THROAT ? Gray, or blue-gray
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  5. 5
    What colour were the LEGS or FEET ? Rufous (dull-red or rust-colored)
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    WHEN was the bird seen ? Spring
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Identification results

1 species match

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    Spotted Sandpiper

    Why this matches 5 supporting observations
    • What TYPE of bird was seen ? Sandpiper-like
    • What colour was the BELLY ? Gray, or blue-gray
    • What LENGTH was the BILL ? Medium
    • What colour was the THROAT ? Gray, or blue-gray
    • WHEN was the bird seen ? Spring
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