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This comprehensive guide focuses on the identification of various common birds, including the American Crow, Pygmy Nuthatch, and Lesser Goldfinch. Learn to distinguish between male and female plumage, breeding versus non-breeding features, and key identifying traits such as coloration and markings. The guide also covers hawks like the Cooper’s and Sharp-shinned, highlighting size, feather patterns, and eye color in different maturity stages. Perfect for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, this resource aids in recognizing these fascinating species in their habitats.
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Common Raven American Crow
Pygmy Nuthatch Mountain Chickadee
House Sparrow Drak-eyed Junco
Yellow-rumped Warbler Breeding male above Female/winter male right
Lesser goldfinch male breeding Comnpare to American Goldfinch White patch plus wingbars Lesser goldfinch female (non breeding similar)
Red cap Brown nape Cassin’s Finch House Finch Male No streaks on side Distinct dark streaks on white female Buffy streaks on light brown
Cooper’s Hawk Sharp-shinned Hawk A medium crow-size hawk (avg.14-20" long) with a dark gray back, a rusty-barred breast, dark cap, and a long, rounded tail. A small, jay-size hawk (avg. 10-14" long), adult with dark gray back, a rusty-barred breast, a slender square-tipped tail ‘hooded’ rather than capped” Thin “pencil” legs Eye-line Buffy streaks Adult (red eye) Adult (red eye) Immature (yellow eye) Immature (yellow eye)