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One bird stands out.

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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 ? Black, purple, or dark
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    What colour was the BREAST ? Red, or pink
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    Was the RUMP or LOWER BACK light ? No
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Identification results

1 species match

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    Wilson's Snipe

    Why this matches 4 supporting observations
    • What TYPE of bird was seen ? Sandpiper-like
    • How BIG was the bird ? Robin-sized
    • What colour were the LEGS or FEET ? Black, purple, or dark
    • Was the RUMP or LOWER BACK light ? No
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