The DBC Board is pleased to present Mini-Tutorials on the DBC YouTube Channel.
Five species of empid flycatchers (genus Empidonax) can be found in DuPage County: the Least, Alder, Willow, Yellow-bellied, and Acadian Flycatcher. They look quite similar, but subtle differences in field marks can help with identification. When and where they're found and how commonly they are seen can also help with ID. But the fast track to telling these birds apart is by learning their distinctive songs and calls! Join Joe Suchecki, the Springbrook Birder, as he details how to distinguish each of the five species, finishing up with a quick quiz.
For more on birds and birding in DuPage County, visit https://www.dupagebirding.org​.
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