Re: [Maine-birds] Hoary Redpoll?

Odd. The original message I sent yesterday (before resending) finally
showed up today. Meanwhile, the bird in question is unquestionably a
Common Redpoll. Fun, though.

Bob

> OK, this one's just for fun, since I don't know if there is a right
> answer.
> I was trying to get a good shot of Common Redpolls at my feeder this
> morning, when a frosty fella showed up. But I didn't get a good enough
> look
> or photo to say so for certain. From the quick view, it had much finer
> breast streaks, almost not apparent. But the bill doesn't strike me as
> particularly stubby. And I didn't see the bird from behind. So, for those
> who fancy themselves good at identifying Hoaries, have a look:
> www.mainebirdingtrail.com
>
>
>
> Bob Duchesne
>
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