How to ID the various plumages of this most distinctive member of a unique group of shorebirds. Read More “Identifying Wilson’s Phalarope”
Wilson’s Phalarope, breeding adult female. May in Cochise Co., Arizona. Photo by Brian E. Small
Kenn Kaufman's ID Tips
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.
Identifying Pygmy Nuthatch and Brown-headed Nuthatch
Use these tips to tell the difference between Pygmy Nuthatch and its close relative Brown-headed Nuthatch. Read More “Identifying Pygmy Nuthatch and Brown-headed Nuthatch”
Tips for identifying American Tree Sparrow
American Tree Sparrow shares similar traits to other sparrows. Use these tips to correctly identify it. Read More “Tips for identifying American Tree Sparrow”
Identifying Wandering Tattler and Spotted Sandpiper
Use these pointers to identify Wandering Tattler, a shorebird that is essentially a Pacific Coast specialty. Read More “Identifying Wandering Tattler and Spotted Sandpiper”
Tips for identifying Lucifer Hummingbird
Kenn Kaufman shares what to look for when identifying Lucifer Hummingbirds. Read More “Tips for identifying Lucifer Hummingbird”
Identifying Snail Kite
Use these tips from Kenn Kaufman to spot Snail Kites. Read More “Identifying Snail Kite”
Tips for identifying Bell’s Vireo
With photographs from Brian E. Small, author Kenn Kaufman provides tips for identifying Bell’s Vireo. Read More “Tips for identifying Bell’s Vireo”
Identifying Williamson’s Sapsucker
How to distinguish this western woodpecker from Yellow-bellied Sapsucker and Gila Woodpecker. Read More “Identifying Williamson’s Sapsucker”
Identifying Orange-crowned Warbler and Tennessee Warbler
Kenn Kaufman describes what to look for to identify the variable Orange-crowned Warbler and the similar Tennessee Warbler. Read More “Identifying Orange-crowned Warbler and Tennessee Warbler”
Identifying Henslow’s Sparrow, Grasshopper Sparrow, and Baird’s Sparrow
Kenn Kaufman explains how to identify the nomadic Henslow’s Sparrow and its close relatives Grasshopper and Baird’s Sparrows. Read More “Identifying Henslow’s Sparrow, Grasshopper Sparrow, and Baird’s Sparrow”