Wilson's Snipe - John Bean
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Great Cedar Conservation Area
Middlesex, Connecticut, United States
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Map Coordinates: 41.3031649, -72.3992123
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Observation details

Surprised to see this smallish woodcock-like bird land in the open grass right when I pulled into the parking lot (midday). Initially ID'd as an American Woodcock, but after comparing Woodcock and Snipe, I now think Snipe. Slimmer body, streakier more intricate markings on the belly, more distinct striping on the head with dark line extending behind the eye. Managed to get a zoomed-in phone photo.

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