I think so, my Peterson's Warbler guide has you looking at the soles of the 

feet in the first fall Blackpoll, They should be bright yellow.  This 

appears to be true in the photo.  Nancy

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Subject: [VTBIRD] blackpoll vs blackburnian?





>I would have to  agree that Julia's photo is that of a blackpoll, but would 

>be delighted if someone discussed the finer differences between these two 

>species in the fall.  Is the leg color a reliable clue - provided it can be 

>seen?

>

> Ruth Stewart

> E. Dorset

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