Cornell Lab Bird Academy: Shorebird Identification - Online Course

Learn the keys to identifying shorebirds with world-renowned birding expert and ornithologist Kevin McGowan.

From the Course Instrctor:

"There's no doubt about it. Shorebirds can be tricky—so I've designed this course to get you up-to-speed on the distinctive silhouettes, markings, and behaviors that will unlock your ability to identify everything from sandpipers and plovers to oystercatchers and stilts. You'll get up-close-and-personal with all 47 species found in the United States and Canada so that next time you encounter birds on the shore, you'll be able to enjoy the thrill of recognizing what you see and confidently adding them to your list."

About this course:

Lessons inside: 16
Topics inside: 56
Completion time (estimated): 12 hours
Instructional videos: 59
Total instructional video time: 3.25 hours
Level: Advanced
Categories: Bird Identification
Regionality: United States/Canada – General

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