Taylorjane Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 This photo was taken today at a Nature Park on Central Montana. I believe it may be a Veery, but not positive. Any help with an ID would be greatly appreciated. Thank You! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connor Cochrane Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 (edited) I think this is a Swainson's. Veery would have a much riche color and different head pattern. The spotting vary faint and in general lots of features point to Veery, but this bird just seems off to me for Veery. I'm not certain though, what do the rest of you think? Edited May 22, 2020 by Connor Cochrane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylorjane Posted May 22, 2020 Author Share Posted May 22, 2020 Another enlarged photo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connor Cochrane Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 Definitely Swainson's for these reasons It has a full eye-ring The overall color The bill's different (black tip) Pale comes up, making it look like it surrounds the bottom of the head You can see the Spectacles. I don't know the age, but I don't think it's an adult bird. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melierax Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 I'm no expert but I'm pretty sure Veery have softer streaks and more of a buffy wash down the front. Strikes me as a Swainson's as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylorjane Posted May 22, 2020 Author Share Posted May 22, 2020 Thank you both, you've been very helpful with your descriptions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jefferson Shank Posted May 22, 2020 Share Posted May 22, 2020 Swainson's Thrush 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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