Just a quick note on aging Brant in the field . . .
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In this photo we have 2 adult Brant (the two birds on the left) and one first cycle Brant. While their overall appearance
is similar it is an easy species to age with a decent look. Notice the white tips to the secondary coverts on the first cycle.
The white neck-ring is also reduced in first cycle birds. |
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Notice the patterned appearance of the first cycle and the plain-winged appearance of the adults. |
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Is this a first cycle or an adult Brant? |
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