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Martin ID, Bourke's Luck Potholes (1 Viewer)
- Thread starter Hanko von Schlichting
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safariranger
Well-known member
Hanko, firstly the habitat should be considered. Rock Martin's are obviously associated with cliffs and rocky outcrops. Brown-throated Martin's are typically found over open wetlands, rivers, dams etc.
Brown-throated Martin has a very distinct brown throat contrasting with the white belly. There is a more uncommon brown form which is completely brown underneath, but that still is different to a Rock Martin who has cream coloured underside with an orangey/pinkish tinge to the throat.
Besides these, Rock Martin also has white tail spots which can be seen when the bird fans its tail in flight.
Brown-throated Martin has a very distinct brown throat contrasting with the white belly. There is a more uncommon brown form which is completely brown underneath, but that still is different to a Rock Martin who has cream coloured underside with an orangey/pinkish tinge to the throat.
Besides these, Rock Martin also has white tail spots which can be seen when the bird fans its tail in flight.
