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Identifying Wandering Tattler and Spotted Sandpiper

By Kenn Kaufman, Brian E. Small
Published October 16, 2019

Use these pointers to identify Wandering Tattler, a shorebird that is essentially a Pacific Coast specialty.

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By Kenn Kaufman, Brian E. Small
Published August 21, 2019

Kenn Kaufman shares what to look for when identifying Lucifer Hummingbirds.

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By David Sibley
Published July 23, 2019

Start by learning to recognize the four distinct groups of beach-combers.

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By Kenn Kaufman, Brian E. Small
Published July 1, 2019

Use these tips from Kenn Kaufman to spot Snail Kites.

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By Kenn Kaufman, Brian E. Small
Published May 20, 2019

With photographs from Brian E. Small, author Kenn Kaufman provides tips for identifying Bell’s Vireo.

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By David Sibley
Published May 15, 2019

Focusing on wing coverts can lead to further insights about birds.

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By David Sibley
Published March 29, 2019

A successful birder will be able to use habitat as a clue to identifying birds — and also quickly set it aside when necessary.

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By David Sibley
Published January 2, 2019

In winter, identifying waterbirds is often challenging because the birds are too far away to see details. Understanding flocking behavior can help.

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By Kenn Kaufman, Brian E. Small
Published December 13, 2018

How to distinguish this western woodpecker from Yellow-bellied Sapsucker and Gila Woodpecker.

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By David Sibley
Published October 15, 2018

Late summer is the time of year when many birds replace their feathers in a process called molt. Old feathers, most of which have been … Read More

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