I agree with Andrew Block that the Corncrake is (was)a juvenile (first-cycle,
first-fall) bird. Most field guides only show the adult plumage, but there's a
very nice illustration of the "1st-winter" plumage in "Rare Birds of North
America" by Howell, Lewington, and Russell.
Deb Allen
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From: Andrew Block
Sent: Nov 8, 2017 12:04 PM
To: NYSBIRDS-L-for Posts Posts
Subject: [nysbirds-l] age of Corn Crake
Does anyone agree with me when I say this bird looks to be a juvenile? It
doesn't seem to have the gray typical of adults on the breast, throat, and
face. I'm also glad it's not being as secretive as they are supposed to be.
What a great bird.
Andrew Andrew v. F. Block
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