Photos

Rare Connecticut Birds

Here you’ll find images of birds recently photographed in Connecticut that are considered to be rare in our state. Each includes the species, location, and photographer. Click on the arrows to browse.

2021

Hoary Redpoll (Acanthis hornemanni)

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Hoary Redpoll, Nod Brook Wildlife Management Area Avon Connecticut, Jan 2021. © C.S. Wood

2020

Buff-breasted-Sandpiper (Calidris subruficollis)

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Sherwood Island SP Westport CT, Oct 2020. © C.S. Wood

2017-2018

Black-bellied Whistling Duck

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Black-bellied Whistling Duck. First state record, Essex, August 13, 2018 © Frank Gallo