Migratory Bird ID Flashcards

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Which migratory game bird is known for its distinctive whistling wings?

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The Green-winged Teal is known for the distinctive whistling sound made by its wings during flight

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What is a primary identifying feature of a male Mallard in breeding plumage?

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A male Mallard in breeding plumage is easily identifiable by its iridescent green head.

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Which game bird is identified by its large size and long, white neck?

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The Canada Goose is a large bird with a long, white neck and a black head.

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What is the distinguishing feature of a Northern Pintail?

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The Northern Pintail is known for its long, pointed tail feathers.

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Which migratory bird has a characteristic black ring around its neck?

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The Ring-necked Duck has a distinctive black ring around its neck, making it easily identifiable.

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Which bird is known for its “laughing” call?

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The Wood Duck is known for its unique “laughing” call.

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What is the primary diet of the American Wigeon?

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The American Wigeon primarily feeds on aquatic plants.

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Which game bird is commonly found in large flocks and has a v-shaped formation?

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Canada Geese are often seen flying in a v-shaped formation in large flocks.

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What color are the legs of a Snow Goose?

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Snow Geese have distinctive pink legs.

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Which migratory bird is identified by a blue speculum bordered by white?

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The Blue-winged Teal has a blue speculum bordered by white on its wings.

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What is the primary habitat of the Gadwall?

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Gadwalls are typically found in freshwater wetlands.

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Which bird is known for its large, spoon-shaped bill?

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The Northern Shoveler is easily identified by its large, spoon-shaped bill.

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What is a distinguishing feature of a male Wood Duck?

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A male Wood Duck is known for its striking red eyes.

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Which bird has a distinctive white crescent on its face?

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The Blue-winged Teal has a distinctive white crescent on its face.

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Which game bird is identified by its black and white plumage and red eyes?

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The Commen Goldeneye has black and white plumage and red eyes.

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What is the primary diet of the Northern Shoveler?

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The Northern Shoveler primarily feed on aquatic invertebrates.

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Which bird species is characterized by a large, fan-shaped tail?

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The Wild Turkey is characterized by its large, fan-shaped tail.

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What is a distinguishing feature of a male Redhead in breeding plumage?

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A male Redhead in breeding plumage is easily identified by its red head.

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Which bird has a characteristic white stripe extending from the bill to the back of the head?

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The American Wigeon has a white stripe that extends from the bill to the back of the head.

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Which migratory game bird is identified by its black head and neck with white cheek patches?

A

The Canada Goose is identified by its black head and neck with white cheek patches.

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What is the primary diet of the Green-winged Teal?

A

The Green-winged Teal primarily feeds on seeds and aquatic invertebrates.

22
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What color are the legs of a Greater White-fronted Goose?

A

Yellow.

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Which migratory game bird is known for its iridescent green head in males?

A

Male Mallards are known for their iridescent green heads.

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What is a primary identifying feature of a male Canvasback?

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Red head and black breast.

25
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Do male Mallards have a green head during breeding season?

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Yes

26
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Are Snow Geese characterized by their black-tipped wings?

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Yes.

27
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Are Northern Shovelers known for their small, slender bills?

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No
Northern Shovelers have large, spoon-shaped bills.

28
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Do male Northern Pintails have long, pointed tail feathers?

A

Yes.

29
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Are Ring-necked Ducks identified by a black ring around their necks?

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Yes.

30
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The primary habitat of the Gadwall is grasslands?

A

No
Gadwalls are typically found in freshwater wetlands.

31
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Do Canvasbacks have a red head and black breast?

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Yes.

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Are Blue-winged Teals known for their blue speculum bordered by white?

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Yes.

33
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Do Northern Shovelers primarily feed on small Mammels?

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No
Northern Shovelers primarily feed on aquatic invertebrates.

34
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Do Greater White-fronted Geese have pink legs?

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No
Greater White-fronted Geese have yellow legs.

35
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Do American Wigeon Males have a white strip extending from the bill to the back of the head?

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Yes.

36
Q

Do Canada Geese have a black head and neck with white cheek patches?

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Yes.

37
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Do Snow Geese primarily feed on berries and nuts?

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No
Snow Geese primarily feed on grains, seeds, and grasses.

38
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Do male Redheads have a distinctive red head during breeding season?

A

Yes.

39
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Do Commen Goldeneyes have red eyes and black and white plumage?

A

Yes.

40
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Are Mallards known for the v-shaped flight formation?

A

No
Canada Geese, not Mallards, are known for their v-shaped flight formation.

41
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Are Greater Scaups characterized by a distinctive blue bill?

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Yes.

42
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Do Northern Pintails have a black and white fan-shaped tail?

A

No
Northern Pintails have long, pointed tail feathers, not a fan-shaped tail.

43
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Are American Wigeons known for their iridescent green head in males?

A

No
Mallards, not American Wigeons, are known for their iridescent green head in males.

44
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Green-winged Teals primarily feed on seeds and aquatic invertebrates?

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Yes.

45
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Are male Gadwalls easily identifiable by their red head?

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No
Male Gadwalls do not have a red head; they are generally more subtly colored.