I asked AI to help identify three photos of the same bird, and really loved it’s answer from the third shot: Here’s why this image is particularly helpful:
- Bill shape: This photo clearly shows the slightly decurved bill, a key feature for distinguishing it from the Gray-tailed Tattler, which has a straighter bill.
- Eye stripe: You can see a faint white eyebrow and a dark eye line, typical of a Wandering Tattler.
- Leg color: While subtle, the legs appear to have a yellowish hue, further supporting the ID.

The combination of these features in all your photos, along with the bird’s behavior and location, makes me confident that this is indeed a Wandering Tattler.
