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

Best matches

One bird stands out.

This is the only species compatible with your answers.

Your observation 7 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 ? Unknown
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    How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
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    What colour was the THROAT ? Gray, or blue-gray
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    What colour were the LEGS or FEET ? Brown, or chestnut (reddish-brown)
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    WHEN was the bird seen ? Summer
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  7. 7
    What colour PATTERN if any was shown on the BREAST ? Streaked lengthwise (from head to tail)
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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
    • How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
    • What colour was the THROAT ? Gray, or blue-gray
    • WHEN was the bird seen ? Summer
    • What colour PATTERN if any was shown on the BREAST ? Streaked lengthwise (from head to tail)
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