Which Goldeneye?

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Which Goldeneye?

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Taken 27 JAN 2011 Columbia River /Klickitat County, WA / Maryhill, WA

Common or Barrow's Goldeneye? Thanks for your help.

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Re: Which Goldeneye?

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Adult male Barrow’s
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Re: Which Goldeneye?

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AveryF wrote: Sun Mar 29, 2026 8:08 pm Adult male Barrow’s
That is what I had it tagged as, but Google Lens identified it as Common. I wanted to check here to be sure that I hadn't made a mistake with my ID. I appreciate your help. Thank you!
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Re: Which Goldeneye?

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Definitely Barrows
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Re: Which Goldeneye?

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Kevin wrote: Mon Mar 30, 2026 5:43 pmDefinitely Barrows
Thank you! I appreciate your help.
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