[Birdnet] Merlin

[Jeff Bilsky]

Thanks Jerry. I had thought so, but with my relative Merlin inexperience I
was hesitant to make a definitive call. I did notice a lot of rufous while
it was flying - quite a good looking bird. Anyone looking to track down this
bird, it was towards the North end of Kuhni Road, on the East side, flying
around on the other side of the tracks where the fields are flooded and
bisected by a paved road. There is a spot you can cross the tracks near the
high power poles although its probably not encouraged. Lots of Song Sparrows
and ducks on the other side as well. You can call or email for more
specifics. jbilsky at gmail.com, 8018424013

Good Birding,
Jeff


On Sat, Oct 25, 2008 at 7:15 AM, Jerry Lig <jerrylig at hotmail.com> wrote:

>
> Hi Jeff
>
>
> You are right, definite Prairie Merlin...very pale overall with rufous
> streaking and line behind eye is not seen on other races but can be seen on
> Prairie Merlins. No way to tell juveniles from females by plumage though.
>
>
> Jerry
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Jeff Bilsky
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