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Identifying Wild BirdsDescribes some basic techniques for identifying wild birds in the field. Beginners can become proficient identifying wild birds by focusing on some general physical markers and behaviors. Identfying wild birds involves observations of a bird’s size, shape, markings, flight pattern, foraging behavior. These cues and others reveal a bird’s identity.
Distinguish Between Downy and Hairy Woodpeckers
<p>A common identification challenge facing beginning birders is distinguishing between Downy Woodpeckers (Picoides pubescens) and Hairy Woodpeckers (Picoides villosus). Telling apart the "downies" from the "hairies" is difficult for beginning birders for a variety of reasons – in addition to the obvious fact they both appear superficially very similar. Below I describe the… Passerine Parts
Gallery depicting the different parts of a passerine bird. Bird Identification - Wild Bird Identification
Beginning birders can improve their birding experience by learning basic bird identification skills. Identifying Wild Birds
Link to one of the best sites for getting bird I.D. help. Tips for Identifying Backyard Birds
A good step-by-step guide for identifying backyard birds. Photos of Common Feeder Birds
A helpful assortment of photos useful for identifying birds that commonly visit feeders. Photos of Common Birds
A photographic guide to some of the more common species. How to Identify Bird Calls
A beginner's guide to learning common bird calls. |
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