The originator and editor of the Kaufman Field Guides and one of the world’s best-known bird experts presents similar species and explains how to tell them apart. Photos are by professional nature photographer Brian Small.
Long-tailed Duck, winter male. March in Ocean County, New Jersey. Photo by Brian E. Small
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