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Old 19-04-09, 05:52 PM
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Default Chiffchaff or Willow Warbler
Hi all,

I took this today at Marton Mere in Blackpool and can't decide on the ID. I think it is probably Chiffchaff, but am hoping for Willow Warbler. The reason I'm hoping for Willow is because of the yellowish tinge on the belly, but this could just be reflected light. The primaries are obscured and because of the strong light, I can't determine the leg colour either. Annoyingly I can't recall with 100% certainty the song either.

Thanks in advance for your help,

Alan
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