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Dowitcher?

Last post 11-04-2009, 7:31 PM by Curlybird. 3 replies.


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11-04-2009, 6:39 PM 123822

Curlybird
Joined on 06-19-2009
Irvine, CA
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Dowitcher?

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Taken today in Irvine, CA. If it is a Dowitcher, anyone want to take a stab as to whether it is LB or SB?

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11-04-2009, 7:23 PM 123835 in reply to 123822

lyceel
Joined on 01-06-2009
Orlando, FL
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Re: Dowitcher?

I think you're right with Dowitcher. If I'm reading my Sibley's correctly, I think it's a juvenile Long-billed, based on the coloring of the tertials. Wait for someone to correct me before you write it down, though Smile

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11-04-2009, 7:30 PM 123839 in reply to 123835

Kryptos18
Joined on 09-02-2009
Piedmont NC
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Re: Dowitcher?

Agree with Long-billed due to the darkness of the bill at the base, and overall vibe. I would call this a non-breeding adult individual, however.

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11-04-2009, 7:31 PM 123841 in reply to 123839

Curlybird
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Re: Dowitcher?

Okay - thanks to you both.

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