The eBirdr field guide

Bird Advisor

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 6 answers recorded · open to review or change

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What TYPE of bird was seen ? Gull-like, or a Seabird
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What colour was the BILL ? Blue
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What colour was the TOP of HEAD ? Black, purple, or dark
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What colour was the BELLY ? White, or pale (grayish-white)
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What colour was the THROAT ? Black, purple, or dark
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What type of environment was the bird seen in? Freshwater marsh or wetland
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Identification results

1 species match

1 rule inferred

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Blue-footed Booby
Why this matches 6 supporting observations
- What TYPE of bird was seen ? Gull-like, or a Seabird
- What colour was the BILL ? Blue
- What colour was the TOP of HEAD ? Black, purple, or dark
- What colour was the BELLY ? White, or pale (grayish-white)
- What colour was the THROAT ? Black, purple, or dark
- What type of environment was the bird seen in? Freshwater marsh or wetland
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