Hairy vs Downy Woodpecker
We considered this woodpecker for Hairy, but as we decided in the field, I still think Downy, but it is worth a look. Here’s part of what Sibley says. Anyone disagree?





We considered this woodpecker for Hairy, but as we decided in the field, I still think Downy, but it is worth a look. Here’s part of what Sibley says. Anyone disagree?





Someone just reported another gull from our “uncommon 7” list. Hoping a B3er will find one this winter!!
On Meadowlark ID from Mr. Sibley Link to David A. Sibley Article
This guys been hanging around my place this winter. He was dacha bird #138. Am now up to 143. This is a digi-bin pix.
And a few other birds from this morn.
Here’s some more bad photos for perusal. Bird 1. Thanks to all who are posting and commenting!!! Just what I hoped for.
Fall migration is in the air! Dickcissels and at least 4 upland sandpipers going over on this morning’s walk.