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  1. Robert / Seattle

    ID help Seattle Wa

    Likewise. If you don't know what it is, it's likely a female Red-winged Blackbird.
  2. Robert / Seattle

    Crane and juv gsw

    I second that! (Great post, too!).
  3. Robert / Seattle

    Interesting Bird Facts

    http://www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/birds/Birdextremes.shtml
  4. Robert / Seattle

    Pine Siskins, and ?? Moab, UT USA

    Quite agree. And here they often travel with Pine Siskins, so good call!
  5. Robert / Seattle

    How many birders don't own a car

    Wha'? No car?! You writing from Europe or something?
  6. Robert / Seattle

    Zeiss Fl's or Swarovski EL

    Well said. And being said, I have both binoculars in addition to the Leica Ultravid HD. In order of my particular preference, if I had to choose, I'd rate the three in the following order: Leica HD Swarovski EL Zeiss FL Again, it's a personal preference, and all three are better than anyone...
  7. Robert / Seattle

    Nikon versus Canon

    The Nikon D700 has the same sensor as the D3, is lighter, and equipped with a self cleaning sensor. It's also about 1/3rd less in price. I have them both, and use the D700 for field photography, reserving the D3 for studio work. Either way, both of these cameras are equipped with the finest...
  8. Robert / Seattle

    Pigeons ID, NE Oklahoma, USA

    All Rocks.
  9. Robert / Seattle

    African eagle(?)

    Looks like a Tawney to me!
  10. Robert / Seattle

    Meadowlark but I can't tell Eastern or Western Missouri

    Where the ranges meet, it's my understanding that they can only adequately be told apart by their call (or DNA sequencing - very tricky in the field). Nevertheless, going out on the limb with Sibley in hand I'd say "Eastern".
  11. Robert / Seattle

    Have I Found the Perfect Bins?

    Joanne, the above is well worth considering, Just don't linger too long -- comparing top notch bins side by side can be an exercise in "what if" futility. If you do compare, keep it under an hour, if that, and go with your gut impression. Those will be the binoculars for you.
  12. Robert / Seattle

    Have I Found the Perfect Bins?

    Far from being a problem, I actually prefer the green ones (they're actually a nice two-toned green and black (counting the large focus knob and generous eyecups). Rather fetching, I'd say; less "severe" than the all black. And if they're cheaper then I'd go for them (they are in every other...
  13. Robert / Seattle

    Nikon D3X -- to buy, or not to buy?

    Good answer, Gentoo. Very thorough and thoughtful. Did you enjoy the video?
  14. Robert / Seattle

    Nikon D3X -- to buy, or not to buy?

    Uh, why?
  15. Robert / Seattle

    No Leica discussion for two weeks?

    Your usual table, sir?
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