Bird Quiz #2: Ruby-crowned Kinglet vs. Hutton’s Vireo

In our previous post, ID Study: Ruby-crowned Kinglet vs. Hutton’s Vireo, we discussed the identification challenge of these two superficially similar species. We reviewed several field marks to look for to help with the ID.
 
Now, onto the fun part! Let’s put what we learned into practice with our Bird Quiz #2: Ruby-crowned Kinglet vs. Hutton’s Vireo! Continue reading “Bird Quiz #2: Ruby-crowned Kinglet vs. Hutton’s Vireo”

Ruby-crowned Kinglet vs. Hutton’s Vireo

Click here for part two of this post – “Bird Quiz #2: Ruby-crowned Kinglet vs. Hutton’s Vireo” – where you can put the pointers below to the test!


Ahh, winter is here! The air is crisp, the day is short, and the rain is coming down. But rain isn’t the only thing dripping from the trees this season – Ruby-crowned Kinglets have invaded Sonoma County! Continue reading “Ruby-crowned Kinglet vs. Hutton’s Vireo”