This is a Willet? Right? (1 Viewer)

Chato

Well-known member

• Aug 2, 2008

• #1

The first picture is the way I expect a Willet to look. But last week I took the second picture and he looks more like a Yellowlegs then what I'm used to. Same rather delicate look, and "cuter" face.

Nor is seeing a Willet some sort of unique expereince to me. I see them all the time.

Is this one of those Western Willets? A hybrid? Or just a normal Willet, having an off-color day?

Dave

 

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shishmarefbirder

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• Aug 2, 2008

• #2

It's a Willet, and looks to me an Eastern, maybe just molting?

 

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Jim M.

Member since 2007

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• Aug 3, 2008

• #3

I would go for Western Willet for the second photo, based on the long bill and pale neck.

Best,
Jim

 

Chato

Well-known member

• Aug 4, 2008

• #4

J. Moore said:

I would go for Western Willet for the second photo, based on the long bill and pale neck.

Best,
Jim

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Much thanks. There were other Willets around, all looking much like the first picture. This guy stood out like a sore thumb, looking much like a Yellowlegs in disguise... :gh:

Thanks again!

Dave