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Bird ID New to my Neighborhood

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Posted by David Schoen on September 6, 2010 at 3:09 PM
Bird ID New to my Neighborhood
Willow Flycatcher or Western Wood-Pewee or ?
am I on the right track? 1st one I've seen at my feeder...
iso 1000, 500th sec, f6.3, 500 plus 1.4X, d700

Thanks
Posted by Nate Chappell on September 9, 2010 at 1:24 AM
Hi David,
I'd say your first guess is correct - Willow Flycatcher. One thing to look for when comparing those 2 species is the length of the wings. A pewee's wings would extend farther down the tail.