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    Atlantic of Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross? Simon's Town - August 2016

    Is this Atlantic or Indian, and why? Seen on pelagic trip from Cape Town, South Africa.
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    Gull species, Greenwich, London - 14 July

    Here is another photograph of Gull 2 and 3 but in the context of the other birds around it...
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    Gull species, Greenwich, London - 14 July

    Which gull species is this? Taken at low tide on the River Thames yesterday in a large flock of HG, LBBG, GBBG and a couple of YLG. I think Gull 1 is a different bird from Gull 2 and 3 (which are the same bird from a different angle). Features - 1. whitish head and breast 2. dark eye mask 3...
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    Rock Pipit? East London River Thames, UK

    Update: what about Scandinavian Rock Pipit? This would explain the pale legs. This bird was seen in east London where all the wintering Rock Pipits are of this sub-species. The nominate species is very rare there.
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    Rock Pipit? East London River Thames, UK

    Another couple of photos from different angles. Thanks for the comments so far!
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    Rock Pipit? East London River Thames, UK

    Thanks for the responses so far. Are you sure on Rock, and not Water? I had this response just now from an experienced birder at the BTO, who is confident this is Water. "The bird in the photograph is a Water Pipit. The soft streaking and sullied underparts rules out Meadow Pipit, which has...
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    Rock Pipit? East London River Thames, UK

    I saw this bird feeding on the rocky banks of the River Thames in East London this morning. Is this a Rock Pipit? Its pale legs and pale base to the bill are making me doubt this. Or is the bird transitioning into summer plumage and out of its duller winter plumage? Am I right to rule out both...
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    Black Redstart, Common Redstart or Dunnock? Slovenia, August 2015

    That's what I thought. Any more agreements for Black Redstart?
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    Black Redstart, Common Redstart or Dunnock? Slovenia, August 2015

    Which species is this? And is it possible to age and sex this bird? I am also curious to know about the developing black patches on its chest. Juvenile moulting? Many thanks in advance. Seen in rural Slovenia in August. On roof. Finally, It would also be fantastic if you don't mind explaining...
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    Slovenia August 2015 - Pipit and Duck ID

    What about a juvenile / 1st winter Water Pipit? And would the first two duck photos be female Ferruginous due to the dark eye, number three being male?
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    Slovenia August 2015 - Pipit and Duck ID

    (1) Photos 1 - 3. Which duck species are these? Two different birds. Seen in wetland in eastern Slovenia. Ferruginous Duck is comfortably in range as a breeding summer visitor. Are these birds definitely Ferruginous and not Tufted? (2) Photos 4 -5. Which pipit species is this? Seen on Mangatsko...
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    Slovenia August 2015 - Goshawk and Shag?

    Thanks everyone. Female Sparrowhawk it is then! Would appreciate confirmation on Shag (No. 2) and Crag Martin (No. 3) too.
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    Slovenia August 2015 - Goshawk and Shag?

    Interesting. If it is a Sparrowhawk, what is it's age and sex?
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    Slovenia August 2015 - Goshawk and Shag?

    The hawk seemed quite large to me. It came very close to the hide I was in and appeared to me anyway to be approaching towards Buzzard size. I thought Goshawk at the time as: 1. Orange eye (sparrowhawk yellow from what I've read) 2. Very strong white eyebrow which connects at the back of the...
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    Slovenia August 2015 - Goshawk and Shag?

    (3) 6 - 10 One final one. Is this a Crag Martin? Sorry for the terrible photos. Handheld phone-scoped at range under a bridge!
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    Slovenia August 2015 - Goshawk and Shag?

    Any advice on these is much appreciated. (1) 1 + 2 + 3 = Seen perched at VERY close range in very remote and dense woodland in southern Slovenia. Bird of prey came in and spooked every small bird in sight as it looked for prey. I initially thought classic Goshawk, but I would like confirmation...
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    Great Northern Diver? Staines Reservoirs, Surrey, 09/04/15

    Yes, the bill was dark. Is it definitely a GND rather than a GCG or another diver?
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    Great Northern Diver? Staines Reservoirs, Surrey, 09/04/15

    I went to Staines Reservoirs in Surrey this morning. It was very foggy first thing. I thought I saw a Great Northern Diver, but could you confirm that I was indeed looking at the right bird? Is this a Great Northern Diver, another diver species or a Great Crested Grebe. Apologies for the truly...
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    Chiffchaff

    Would this Chiffchaff be a winter visitor or a Spring migrant? ANy thoughts?
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    Chiffchaff

    Is this a Common Chiffchaff? And what features on this bird make it one, as opposed to a Willow Warbler, for example? I am 99% sure it is, but would just like confirmation. This bird also called its typical chiff chaff chiff chaff (albeit very briefly and sporadically) song. However, it was...
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    Great Black-backed Gull, London? Age?

    Another photo. Charlie
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    Great Black-backed Gull, London? Age?

    Hello, Is this a Great Black-backed Gull? What age is it? 2nd winter would be my guess. Photos taken this morning in Kensington Gardens in central London. I have included photos of it in flight and with other species to give an impression of size. It was very big and dwarfed all the other...
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    Slovenia August 2014 alpine meadow 2 species

    Any ideas? I think the second is Marbled White. Still not sure on the first. Thanks in advance!
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    Slovenia August 2014 alpine meadow 2 species

    What are these two species? I saw them on a trip report to Slovenia on 10th August 2014. Habitat - alpine meadows in north-west of Slovenia. 1. http://anserbirding.co.uk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/butterflies-Breginski-Stol.jpg and...
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    Southend Sanderling?

    I have never seen Sanderling before, so would appreciate confirmation on this. Seen by Southend Pier on sand and pebble beach at high tide. Very confident birds, some roosting and some feeding. Those feeding doing so very quickly! Why are they not winter-plumaged Knot or Dunlin? What are the key...
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