Geoff Williamson

For decades Geoff Williamson has been active in local, state, and national birding organizations. Currently he heads the Illinois Ornithological Records Committee of the Illinois Ornithological Society, serves eBird as a Regional Reviewer for Illinois, and co-compiles the Illinois-Indiana region’s seasonal reports for North American Birds, the journal of ornithological record published by the American Birding Association. He is a recipient of the American Birding Association’s Ludlow Griscom Award, given for outstanding contributions in regional ornithology. He founded Third Coast Birding to foster an appreciation for and connection to the birds of the Great Lakes region and beyond.

Website: https://www.thirdcoastbirding.com/

Contact

4046 N Clark St Unit K
Chicago, IL 60613
geoff@thirdcoastbirding.com
+1-773-485-5217

Presentation Information

Title

Flycatchers of Illinois and Their Identification

Subject(s)

Description

Confused by flycatcher identification? This presentation discusses what to look for, and what to listen to, when trying to put names to the summering and migrant flycatchers of Illinois. The various species are grouped systematically and ID problems both “easy” and hard are addressed. The special problems posed by rarities are also featured.

Length

50 minutes

City or Area of Travel

Fees

$150

A/V Needs

Projection system with audio to which I can connect my laptop.

Presentation Materials

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